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Motilal Oswal Picks Titan & L&T Finance for Growth
Motilal Oswal identifies Titan and L&T Finance as top stock picks for August 31, 2026, citing strong growth drivers and market potential.

Indian Stocks Eye Positive Open: HDFC, Reliance in Focus
Indian stocks set for a positive open on Aug 31, boosted by GIFT Nifty. Key corporate news from HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries, and IGL.

India Fuel Prices Aug 31: Petrol, Diesel Rates in Major Cities
Explore petrol and diesel prices across major Indian cities on August 31. Understand how global crude oil trends and domestic policies impact fuel rates.

Morning Brief: Nifty Rises 0.35% to 24,175; IT Sector Surges, FIIs Remain Net Sellers | 31 Aug 2026, 08:16 AM IST
Indian equities saw a positive close on Friday, with the Nifty 50 ending at 24,175.65, driven by strong performance in the IT sector despite continued net selling by Foreign Institutional Investors.

Pre-Market Brief: Nifty 50 Closes +0.35% Higher at 24175.65; IT Stocks Lead Gains | 31 Aug 2026, 08:00 AM IST
Indian equities saw Nifty 50 advance +0.35%, driven by strong performance in IT majors. Traders eye global cues and FII flows for Monday’s 9:15 AM open.

MSCI Rebalancing: India’s Closing Auction Faces $5B Test
India’s new closing auction system faces its biggest test with MSCI rebalancing triggering $5B in passive fund trades, raising concerns about price volatility.

US Bond Yields Surge: India’s Foreign Investment Appeal at Risk
Rising US Treasury yields are shrinking India’s return premium, increasing capital outflow risks and challenging foreign investment attraction. Learn more.

Piramal Finance Raises ₹3,850 Cr via QIP & Promoter Warrants
Piramal Finance successfully secures ₹3,850 crore through QIP and promoter warrants, strengthening its balance sheet and fueling growth in lending segments.

Oil Prices Top $90 Amid Iran-US Tensions & Sanctions
Oil surges past $90/barrel as Iran retaliates against US bases, escalating Middle East conflict and prompting new US financial sanctions.

6 F&O Stocks to Watch in September: Seasonality & Technicals
Discover 6 Futures & Options stocks poised for September moves, leveraging historical seasonality and technical analysis for potential trading opportunities.

Indian Stocks Climb on Nvidia Boost; Key August 31 Movers
Indian equity markets closed higher on Friday, boosted by Nvidia’s strong earnings. Sensex gained 0.43%, Nifty50 rose 0.35%. Key stocks to watch on August 31.

Nippon Life India AMC Q1 Profit Surges 27% on Japanese Capital Inflow
Nippon Life India AMC reports a 27% Q1 FY27 net profit jump to ₹5.04B, driven by increasing Japanese investment interest in India’s financial services.

Augmont Enterprises IPO Lists Today: 36.80% Gain Expected
Augmont Enterprises IPO lists on BSE & NSE on Aug 31, 2026. Analysts predict a strong 36.80% listing gain, with GMP at +290, indicating a potential ₹1,078 listing price.

India Passive Mutual Funds Hit ₹15.15 Lakh Cr by July 2026
India’s passive mutual fund AUM reached ₹15.15 lakh crore by July 2026, driven by cost-efficiency and active fund underperformance. Explore the growth drivers and risks.

Japan Investment Surge: Beyond FDI into India, Says Sikka
Nippon Life India’s Sandeep Sikka predicts a major rise in Japanese portfolio and retail investments in India, citing strong economic ties and India’s growth potential.

Tata Short Term Fund NAV Hits Rs 26.74: August 28 Update
Tata Short Term Fund Regular-IDCW NAV reached Rs 26.74 on Aug 28, 2026. Explore this moderate-risk debt fund’s performance and key metrics.

Indian Stocks Decline for 3rd Week: Nifty, Sensex Drop
Indian benchmarks Nifty 50 and Sensex closed higher Friday but fell 0.5% weekly for the third consecutive week amid mixed global cues.

Indian Stocks Rebound: Hero MotoCorp, Tejas Networks Lead Gains
Indian benchmarks Sensex and Nifty50 closed higher Friday, boosted by IT, pharma, and metals. Hero MotoCorp and Tejas Networks showed significant gains.

Indian Stocks Rise: IT Surge & Key Corporate Moves
Indian equity markets rebound, driven by IT sector strength and significant corporate news including HDFC Bank CEO’s decision. Nifty50 and BSE Sensex close higher.

Franklin India Gilt Fund: Returns, Risks & Tax Guide
Analyze Franklin India Gilt Fund Direct-Growth: 7.03% returns, moderate risk, NAV, expense ratio, AUM, and tax implications for investors.

Kotak Short Term Fund: Debt Investment Guide
Discover Kotak Short Term Fund Direct-IDCW: returns, fees, and tax implications for new investors in this open-ended debt scheme.

US Fed Rate Hike: Impact on India’s Equities & Rupee
US Fed hints at a 25 basis point rate hike in September. Discover the potential impact on India’s stock market and the Rupee.

Tamil Nadu Dominates India’s Gold Loans, Fuels Credit Growth
Tamil Nadu leads India’s gold loan market with ₹4.11 lakh crore by March 2026, significantly boosting agriculture and MSMEs and driving financial inclusion.

SBI, SBI Capital Markets to Dilute 1% Stake in NSE IPO
State Bank of India & SBI Capital Markets plan to dilute up to 1% stake in the upcoming Rs 30,000 crore NSE IPO. SBI Chairman confirms 0.7% dilution from the bank.

Kotak Short Term Fund: A Guide for New Investors
Understand the Kotak Short Term Fund Regular-IDCW: NAV, risk, AUM, and tax implications for new investors. Learn about this open-ended debt scheme.

Purple Style Labs IPO: ₹680 Cr Target, Opens Aug 31
Purple Style Labs, owner of Pernia’s Pop-Up Studio, launches ₹680 Cr IPO on Aug 31, 2026. Price band ₹546-₹575. Explore investment details.

Purple Style Labs IPO: ₹680 Cr Issue Opens Aug 31
Purple Style Labs launches ₹680 crore IPO from Aug 31-Sep 2, 2026. Grey Market Premium at ₹28 suggests strong investor interest. Listing on Sep 7.

Indian Markets Extend Losses: FII Selling, Global Cues Impact Sensex & Nifty
Indian benchmarks Sensex & Nifty face longest losing streak in 5 months due to FII selling, rising global yields, and geopolitical tensions. DIIs offer support.

Pakistan & Saudi Arabia Aim for $3B Agri-Food Exports
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia forge a strategic partnership to boost Pakistan’s agri-food exports to $3 billion within two years, focusing on rice, meat, and fruits.

Mahle Eyes $300M-$400M IPO in Mumbai
German auto parts giant Mahle GmbH is reviving plans for a Mumbai IPO, aiming to raise $300M-$400M, capitalizing on India’s booming market and strong investor demand.