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Zepto Gets SEBI Nod for $1B IPO, Eyes Public Market Debut
Quick commerce giant Zepto secures SEBI approval for its $1 billion IPO, marking a major step towards its public market debut and a potential game-changer for the Indian startup ecosystem.

Tencent Sells PB Fintech Stake for ₹805 Cr, Exits PolicyBazaar
Tencent fully exits PB Fintech, parent of PolicyBazaar, selling its remaining 1.05% stake for ₹805.4 crore in a major block deal to institutional investors.

Qualcomm Challenges Nvidia with Custom AI Chips for Data Centers
Qualcomm enters the data center AI chip market, challenging Nvidia with custom silicon for hyperscalers and expanding its AI focus.

Lenskart Investors Sell ₹3,800 Cr Shares Post IPO Lock-In
Lenskart’s early investors sold over ₹3,800 crore in shares after the IPO lock-in expiry, marking a significant liquidity event. Explore the impact on the eyewear giant.

Britannia’s ‘Many Indias’ Strategy Tackles Inflation
Britannia adopts a ‘Many Indias’ strategy, empowering local teams for agility and tailored products amid inflation and changing consumer tastes.

Indian Oil Firms Face ₹30,000 Cr Monthly Losses
State-owned Indian oil companies like IOC, HPCL, BPCL face ₹30,000 crore monthly losses selling fuel below cost amid rising global crude prices.

AI Gold Rush: Giants & Startups Battle for Enterprise Dominance
The enterprise AI market is booming! Giants and startups are in a fierce race for dominance, signaling a major tech shift and massive business opportunities.

ArisInfra Q4 Profit Soars 55% YoY to ₹21.7 Cr
ArisInfra Solutions reports a strong Q4 FY26 with net profit at ₹21.7 Cr, a significant turnaround from last year. Revenue surged 55% YoY to ₹343.4 Cr.

Israel-Iran Tensions Hike Sofa Prices in India
Geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran are impacting India’s furniture market, driving up material and shipping costs. Consumers may soon face higher prices for sofas.

OnEMI Technology Solutions (Kissht Parent) Lists at 12% Premium
OnEMI Technology Solutions, parent of lending tech startup Kissht, debuts on stock exchanges at a 12% premium, signaling strong investor confidence in the fintech sector.

India’s Biggest Buying Opportunity Since COVID: Sandeep Tandon
Quant Mutual Fund CIO Sandeep Tandon sees India’s biggest buying opportunity since COVID-19, driven by undervalued market segments amid crude oil and rupee fears.

Kodiak AI Stock Drops 37% After $100M Discounted Funding
Kodiak AI’s stock plunges 37% after securing $100M in funding at a significant discount, raising investor concerns about valuation and future prospects.

Gusto Hits $1B Revenue, Eyes IPO Readiness
Payroll and benefits leader Gusto surpasses $1 billion in actual revenue, signaling strong financial health and increased readiness for a potential public market debut.

Kalshi Hits $22B Valuation with $1B Series F Funding
Kalshi, a prediction market startup, secures $1B Series F funding, reaching a $22B valuation. This doubles their worth in just five months.

Walmart CEO: India is a Dynamic Global Commerce Opportunity
Walmart CEO John Furner sees India as a key growth market, highlighting $40B+ in sourcing and a commitment to supplier development for global commerce.

Kissht IPO Success: Investors See Strong Returns in Lending Tech
Kissht’s parent company, OnEMI Technology Solutions, launches IPO, delivering significant returns for early investors like Ventureast and Vertex Ventures in the booming lending tech sector.

India’s Power Demand to Grow 5-5.5% in FY27: ICRA
ICRA forecasts India’s power demand to rise 5-5.5% in FY27, driven by industry, agriculture, households, EVs, and data centers. Distribution companies face financial challenges.

Vijay’s Investments: FD, Real Estate, Gold – Tamil Nadu Contender’s Portfolio
Explore Tamil Nadu contender Vijay’s election affidavit: a deep dive into his investments in Fixed Deposits, Real Estate, Gold, and PPF, revealing his financial strategy.

United Breweries Leaks Draft Financials, Releases Final Results
United Breweries confirms accidental leak of draft financial results. Company promptly released final figures and is enhancing internal controls to prevent future incidents.

InCred Holdings IPO: ₹1,250 Cr Raise Filed with SEBI
InCred Holdings, parent of InCred Financial Services, files updated IPO papers with SEBI to raise ₹1,250 Cr, strengthening its lending operations.

Fairfax India Invests $211M to Boost IIFL Capital Stake to 51%
Fairfax India injects $211M to increase its stake in IIFL Capital to 51%, signaling strong confidence and fueling the financial services firm’s expansion plans.

India’s Fuel Security: Diversification Cuts Hormuz Crisis Impact
India bolsters fuel security by diversifying crude oil imports, reducing reliance on the Strait of Hormuz and mitigating crisis impact, reports S&P Global Energy.

Godrej Consumer: Crude Oil Costs Pressure Margins
Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) faces near-term margin pressure due to rising crude oil prices impacting input costs, but expects manageable inflation and continued revenue growth.

Gold & Silver Prices Rise on West Asia De-escalation Hopes
Gold and silver prices surged Wednesday as hopes for a West Asia conflict truce grew. Discover how geopolitical shifts impact precious metal investment trends.

Freshworks Q1 2026: $4.8M Loss, 11% Layoffs
SaaS firm Freshworks reports a $4.8M net loss in Q1 2026, a sharp decline from Q4 2025 profit. The company also plans to reduce its workforce by 11%.

India’s Cow Dung Biogas: Sustainable Energy Solution
Amidst global energy shortages, Indian villagers in Uttar Pradesh are using cow dung to produce sustainable biogas, a reliable alternative fuel source supporting carbon neutrality.

Fund Managers Cautious on Long Duration Funds Amid Yield Uncertainty
Fund managers advise caution on long duration funds. Investors should await fresh triggers before considering gilt funds for tactical plays due to prevailing yield uncertainties.

Rubio: US Uniquely Poised to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Senator Rubio highlights ‘Project Freedom,’ asserting the US is uniquely positioned to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring safe passage for global commerce amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Rupee Crisis: NRI Investor Slams India Property Yields
As the Indian Rupee hits a historic low, a Dubai-based NRI investor criticizes India’s real estate yields as ’embarrassing’ amidst currency crisis.

Sun Pharma Eyes $12B Organon Deal: Funding Strategy Revealed
Sun Pharma explores a $12B financing mix for Organon acquisition, including debt swaps and offshore loans. Deal approvals anticipated by December.