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Opening Bell: Nifty Opens Lower; Bajaj Auto Gains While Indigo Slips in Early Trade | 23 Jul 2026, 09:25 AM IST
Nifty 50 opens at 23910.70, down 86 points from its previous close, indicating a cautious start to Thursday’s session. Early trade sees mixed movements across key stocks.

Indo-MIM IPO Opens: ₹3,811 Cr Issue, 38% Listing Premium Expected
Indo-MIM’s ₹3,811 crore IPO launched July 23. Grey market premium suggests a strong 38.14% listing gain. Details on price band, dates, and allocation.

India Urges China on Market Access, Trade Balance for Stronger Ties
India’s Foreign Minister S Jaishankar pressed China on market access and trade imbalances, stressing border peace and stable supply chains for improved bilateral relations.

India’s FDI Soars to $6.5B in April-May 2026
India’s net FDI nearly triples to $6.5 billion in April-May 2026, signaling strong global confidence amidst market volatility. RBI reports significant growth.

India Small & Mid-Cap Funds Surge with ₹11,692 Cr Inflows
Indian equity markets see small and mid-cap funds attract ₹11,692 Cr in June 2026, driven by strong domestic investor inflows and positive corporate earnings outlook.

Morning Brief: Nifty Dips 0.79% to 23,996 Amid Global Tensions; FIIs Net Sell ₹819 Cr | 23 Jul 2026, 08:15 AM IST
Indian equities extended losses for a third day, with Nifty 50 closing at 23,996.25, down 0.79%, as FIIs turned net sellers. Global tensions and rising oil prices weighed on sentiment.

India MF Accounts Hit 27.86 Cr, Flexi-Cap Funds Surge 24%
India’s mutual fund industry surpasses 27.86 crore investor accounts by June 2026. Flexi-cap funds lead growth with a 24.3% surge, reaching 2.42 crore folios.

Samsung India’s 30-Month EMI Plan for Affordable Smartphones
Samsung India launches a groundbreaking 30-month EMI plan and expands to smaller towns to boost smartphone sales amid a 10% market decline, enhancing affordability for new-to-credit customers.

India May Allow Airport Operators to Own Airlines, Boosting Competition
India’s aviation ministry is considering a policy change to let airport operators own airlines, aiming to increase competition against IndiGo and Air India.

Pre-Market Brief: Nifty Dips Below 24,000; FIIs Extend Selling Streak for Third Session | 23 Jul 2026, 08:00 AM IST
Nifty 50 closed at 23996.25, a −0.79% drop, pushing it below the 24,000 mark. FIIs recorded their third consecutive selling session. This signals a cautious open for Thursday’s trading.

Tesla-SpaceX Merger Rumors: Musk Hints at Consolidation
Elon Musk discusses a potential Tesla-SpaceX merger, driven by increasing operational synergy and resource sharing. Explore the implications and hurdles.

WBPDCL IPO: West Bengal Power Company Eyes Stock Exchange Listing
West Bengal plans to list WBPDCL on stock exchanges for transparency and financial stability. WBSEDCL to adopt monthly billing, plus renewable energy subsidies announced.

Financial Freedom Elusive Despite Easy Investing
Discover why financial freedom remains a challenge for many, despite the unprecedented accessibility and diversity of modern investment options.

Indian Markets Tumble on Q1 FY27 Earnings Disappointment
Indian benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 saw their sharpest drop in 10 sessions on July 23, influenced by mixed Q1 FY27 corporate earnings reports and global market trends.

Indo-MIM IPO Opens: ₹3,812 Cr Target, ₹461-485 Price Band
Indo-MIM’s IPO launched July 23, 2026, aiming to raise ₹3,812 Cr. Priced at ₹461-485, the precision engineering firm targets debt reduction and sustained profits.

Ather Energy Raises ₹13 Billion in Oversubscribed QIP
Ather Energy successfully raised INR 13 billion via an oversubscribed QIP, attracting major global and Indian institutional investors, signaling strong market confidence.

NRIs Shift Investments: From Property to Global Financial Assets
Non-Resident Indians are diversifying investments beyond real estate, increasingly favoring liquid global financial assets like equities, private markets, and structured solutions.

Accenture India: Pradeep Prabhala to Lead Market Unit from Sept 2026
Accenture appoints Pradeep Prabhala as India Market Unit lead from Sept 1, 2026, focusing on data, AI, and global capability centers for accelerated growth.

HPCL, BPCL Report Massive Q1 Losses Amid Crude Oil Surge
HPCL and BPCL face significant Q1 FY26-27 losses due to under-recoveries driven by a 70% surge in crude oil prices amid West Asian geopolitical tensions.

UTI AMC Profit Jumps 24% to ₹294 Cr in Q1
UTI AMC reports a strong 24% rise in net profit to ₹294 crore for the June quarter, driven by cost efficiencies and digital growth. Explore financial highlights and AUM.

Ex-Juniper Green Energy CEO Sues for ₹365 Crore Over IPO Equity
Former Juniper Green Energy CEO Naresh Mansukhani sues for ₹365 crore, alleging wrongful termination before IPO to deny him stock options and equity.

US Tariff Hike Threatens India’s $30B Pharma Exports
US tariff hikes on generic drugs pose a significant threat to India’s $30 billion pharmaceutical export sector, impacting major players and US market share.

Temasek India Investments Drop to $42B After $6.4B Divestment
Temasek Holdings’ India investment exposure decreased to $42 billion in FY26 following a $6.4 billion divestment from Schneider Electric. India remains a key market.

Indian Funds Use Gold to Hedge Weak Rupee Amid SEBI Cap
Indian multi-asset funds are using gold to hedge against a weakening rupee, navigating SEBI’s overseas investment limits. Discover how gold acts as an indirect currency hedge.

iPhone 17 Dominates Apple India Shipments (44%)
Apple’s iPhone 17 series captured 44% of India shipments in Q2 2026, outperforming other models despite market challenges, according to CyberMedia Research.

LYCRA Company Partners with RADCCO for Exclusive India Distribution
The LYCRA Company appoints Radcco Tex Private Limited as its exclusive distributor in India, enhancing market presence and support for local manufacturers.

Kotak Gilt Fund NAV at ₹24.58: Moderate Risk Debt Investment
Kotak Gilt Investment Direct-IDCW Quarterly fund’s NAV reached ₹24.58 on July 21, 2026. Explore its moderate risk profile, ₹2257.15 crore AUM, and 0.48% expense ratio.

SBI Mutual Fund IPO: SEBI Approves Rs 13,000 Cr Offer
SBI Mutual Fund, India’s largest, gets SEBI nod for a Rs 13,000 crore IPO. The offer is entirely an OFS by promoters State Bank of India and Amundi.

India Ramps Up Russian Crude Imports Amid Iran Tensions
India significantly increased Russian crude oil imports in Q2 2026 due to Middle East disruptions and Iran conflict concerns, diversifying energy sources.

SBI Funds Management Stock Dips: Analysts Maintain Long-Term Growth View
SBI Funds Management stock fell post-IPO, but brokerages like Emkay Global remain bullish, setting a ₹750 target. Learn why long-term investors should consider accumulating.