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India Dominates Asian FinTech in Q1 2026: 35% of Deals
India leads Asian FinTech in Q1 2026 with 35% of deals and $1.8B funding. China sees a strong comeback, while Uzbekistan’s Uzum raises $130M.
Egypt’s Beltone & Telda Launch Digital Retail Investing
Beltone Asset Management and fintech Telda partner in Egypt to offer digital investment products, expanding access to mutual funds for mobile investors.
INNOCEAN & SBVA Launch ‘UP 2026’ for AI Startup Growth
INNOCEAN partners with SBVA on ‘UP 2026’, accelerating 10+ AI & data startups to foster strategic collaborations and new revenue models.
Italy Industrial Production Surges 0.5% in April
Italy’s industrial output unexpectedly grew 0.5% in April, marking a third consecutive monthly rise. Prometeia cites firms front-loading production against supply chain risks.
Asian Growth Stocks: Insiders Bet Big Amid Volatility
Discover why insiders are increasing stakes in Asian growth companies like Laopu Gold and Shenzhen Dynanonic despite market volatility. Strong confidence signals opportunity.
St. Xavier’s Hosts Int’l DeFi, Crypto & Fintech Conference
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata, held an international conference on DeFi, Crypto & Fintech, discussing emerging trends and future finance for Viksit Bharat @2047.
Ripple Invests in Flutterwave: African Fintech Valued at $3.3B
Ripple acquires a minority stake in Flutterwave, valuing the African fintech at $3.3 billion. This expands Ripple’s crypto payment solutions across Africa.
Grasim & Lubrizol Launch India’s New CPVC Resin Plant
Grasim Industries and Lubrizol Advanced Materials inaugurate a 50,000 MT CPVC resin plant in Gujarat, India, enhancing domestic supply for infrastructure.
Nuvei Acquires Payoneer for $2.75B in Cross-Border Payments Deal
Global payments leader Nuvei is acquiring cross-border platform Payoneer for $2.75 billion in an all-cash deal, significantly expanding its payment acceptance and payout infrastructure.
Zerodha & UTI MF Launch New Investment Schemes in India
Zerodha Mutual Fund and UTI Mutual Fund introduce new investment schemes in India, including a Life Cycle Fund and an ETF, expanding options for investors.
Schneider Electric Director Resigns; Magnum Ventures Raises ₹50 Cr
Chinmoy Das resigns from Schneider Electric Infrastructure. Magnum Ventures secures ₹50 crore via Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis.
Bondada Engineering Wins ₹1,338 Cr NTPC Order, Marsons Secures US Deal
Bondada Engineering secures a massive ₹1,338 Cr NTPC order for a 250 MW solar project with BESS. Marsons bags a ₹7.75 Cr US deal for a power transformer.
Asian Markets Climb, Nifty Futures Premium on Global Rally
Asian markets surged Tuesday, mirroring Wall Street’s gains and lower crude oil prices. Nifty June 2026 futures closed at a premium, indicating positive domestic sentiment.
Vedanta vs Hindalco: India’s Aluminium Market Strategies
Explore the divergent strategies of Vedanta Aluminium and Hindalco Industries, India’s top aluminium players. Vedanta focuses on primary production, while Hindalco emphasizes integrated value-added products and recycling.
M&M Financial to Raise ₹1000 Cr via NCDs; Kilburn, JOJO News
M&M Financial Services plans to raise ₹1000 Cr via NCDs. Kilburn Engineering secures ₹70.20 Cr orders, and JOJO partners with Dish TV India.
Highway Infra Contract Cancelled, BPL Reports Q4 Net Loss
Highway Infrastructure’s Bhopal housing contract cancelled. BPL reports improved Q4 net loss of Rs -109.92 million for March 2026.
Diksha Polymers IPO: Rs 17.90 Cr Issue Opens June 17
Diksha Polymers launches IPO on June 17, 2026, aiming to raise Rs 17.90 crore. Shares priced at Rs 112, listing on BSE SME.
Sellwin Traders Appoints Pooja Sarkar as New Company Secretary
Sellwin Traders Limited appoints Pooja Sarkar as Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, effective June 16, 2026, following Pratiti Patel’s resignation.
Western Union Acquires Israeli Fintech GMT for $70M
Global remittance leader Western Union acquires Israeli fintech GMT for $70M, boosting its presence in Israel’s payments sector with integrated services and network.
Invesco India Ultra Short Duration Fund Launches Weekly IDCW Option
Invesco Mutual Fund introduces a new weekly Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal (IDCW) option for its Ultra Short Duration Fund, effective June 16, 2026, offering enhanced liquidity.
Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Closes Above 23980 as IT, Financials Drive Gains; DIIs Remain Strong Buyers | 16 Jun 2026, 03:45 PM IST
The Nifty 50 concluded Tuesday’s session at 23983.45, marking a gain of 0.54%. Broad-based buying, particularly in IT and financial stocks, supported the market, with Domestic Institutional Investors providing significant impetus.
Indian Bond Yields Dip on Easing Geopolitical Tensions
Indian 10-year bond yields fall to 6.86% as Middle East tensions ease and a US-Iran peace deal calms global markets and oil prices.
Advit Jewels IPO: Rs 165 Cr Issue Opens June 23
Advit Jewels IPO opens June 23, aiming to raise Rs 165 crore with shares priced at Rs 130-138. Funds to boost working capital and repay debt.
Indian Hotels Expands Taj in Dharamshala; Amir Chand Enters Oman
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announces new Taj hotel in Dharamshala. Amir Chand partners for Aeroplane Rice distribution in Oman, boosting shares.
FII & DII Daily: FIIs Turn Net Buyers with ₹200 Crore Inflow, DIIs Sustain Robust Buying | 16 Jun 2026, 03:30 PM IST
Foreign Institutional Investors recorded a net inflow of +₹200.05 Cr on June 15, breaking a four-session selling streak. Domestic Institutional Investors continued their strong buying, adding +₹3,189.26 Cr, leading to a total market cushion of +₹3,389.31 Cr.
Nippon Paint to Double India Plants, Targets €672M Revenue by 2029
Nippon Paint invests €56M to double India plants to 15 by 2029, targeting €672M revenue. Intensifies competition in the Indian paints market.
Marsons Secures $1M US Power Transformer Order for Renewables
Marsons Limited lands a ₹7.75 Cr ($820K) order for a 25 MVA power transformer from a US solar developer, marking its entry into the American renewable energy market.
AIQ Markets & MarketAxess Launch AI-Native Bond Solution
AIQ Markets and MarketAxess partner to launch AIQ Insight™, an AI-native tool enhancing efficiency in the U.S. corporate bond market for traders and portfolio managers.
Market Highlights: Nifty 50 Climbs +0.48%, Closes at 23968.95 as Key Stocks Advance | 16 Jun 2026, 02:00 PM IST
Indian equities saw a positive session on Tuesday, with the Nifty 50 gaining +115 points. Strong FII and DII inflows from Monday supported market sentiment.
Nvidia Raises $25 Billion in Landmark Bond Sale
Nvidia secures $25 billion in its first U.S. bond sale since 2021, boosting liquidity amid soaring AI infrastructure demand. Initial $20B target saw $85B investor interest.