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Fedbank Financial Raises Borrowing Limit to Rs 23,000 Crore
Fedbank Financial Services (FedFina) expands borrowing limit to Rs 23,000 crore, enabling debt issuance and supporting growth. Q1 FY27 net profit up 52.49%.

Gaja Capital IPO: Shares Surge 15.6% on Debut
Gaja Alternative Asset Management lists at ₹185, a 15.6% premium over its IPO price. Strong investor demand fuels market debut.

DSP Banking & PSU Debt Fund NAV Hits ₹10.6222
DSP Banking and PSU Debt Fund Direct-IDCW reached an NAV of ₹10.6222 on Aug 25, 2026. Explore this open-ended debt fund with zero entry/exit loads.

Top 30 Indian Stocks for New Investors by 2026 | Samco
Samco Securities unveils its guide to the top 30 Indian stocks for new investors by August 2026, focusing on strong fundamentals and growth potential.

Small-Cap Funds with Mid-Cap Exposure: Better Liquidity
AMFI stress test reveals small-cap funds with higher mid-cap allocations offer superior liquidity, liquidating assets faster during redemption scenarios.

Sriram Kapilavai Resigns as Sri Chakra Cement Director
Sriram Kapilavai has resigned as Whole-time Director of Sri Chakra Cement, effective immediately. The company announced the departure via a regulatory filing.

Sensex Up 0.05%, Nifty 50 Down 0.21% Midday Trade
Indian equity markets saw mixed trading on August 26. Sensex gained 0.05% while Nifty 50 dipped 0.21% amid profit booking and easing crude oil prices.

Market Highlights: Nifty 50 Trades Lower as Banking Stocks Show Resilience Mid-Session | 26 Aug 2026, 02:00 PM IST
The Nifty 50 hovers near 24267.00, down 0.28% mid-session, while Nifty Bank shows strength. Investors monitor market movements as key sectors diverge.

Symbiotec Pharmalab IPO Subscribes 3x+ on Day 2
Symbiotec Pharmalab’s IPO is attracting strong investor interest, subscribing over 3 times its offering size by the second day of bidding. Learn more about the subscription details.

ICICI Prudential Launches New Life Cycle Funds for Goals
ICICI Prudential MF introduces Life Cycle Fund 2031 & 2036 for goal-based investing. Learn about NFO dates, minimum investment, and strategy.

Heineken Silver Launches in Kerala, Odisha, MP
Heineken Silver premium lager now available in Kerala, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh, catering to growing demand for international beer experiences in India.

Purple Style Labs IPO: Rs 680 Cr for Luxury Market Expansion
Luxury fashion platform Purple Style Labs announces Rs 680 crore IPO (Aug 31-Sep 2, 2026) to fuel expansion in India’s high-end market. Funds for retail infra.

Franklin India Ultra Short Term Fund NAV Hits 11.3834
Franklin India Ultra Short Term Fund’s NAV reached 11.3834 on Aug 25, 2026. Discover its concentrated portfolio of 20 holdings and asset allocation.

PPFAS GIFT Slashes Global Fund Minimum to $500
PPFAS GIFT lowers minimum investment for global funds to $500, making international markets accessible for Indian retail investors. Explore S&P 500 & Nasdaq 100.

Franklin India Fund NAV Reaches 10.7255
Franklin India Medium to Long Term Fund’s Direct Plan NAV hit 10.7255 on Aug 25, 2026. Explore its debt and equity allocation strategy.

Hindustan Copper OFS Opens for Retail Investors; Stock Surges
Hindustan Copper’s Offer For Sale (OFS) is now open for retail investors, following a significant surge in its stock price driven by strong institutional demand.

Hindustan Zinc Shares Soar 5% on Jefferies Target Hike to Rs 750
Hindustan Zinc stock jumps over 5% as Jefferies raises target to Rs 750, citing improved zinc market, silver rebound, and upgraded EPS estimates.

Ashika Initiates Defence Stock Coverage: Buy HAL, BEL
Ashika Institutional Equities initiates coverage on Indian defence stocks, assigning ‘Buy’ ratings to HAL & BEL, citing ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and export growth.

Welspun Corp Shares Drop 4% After Large Block Trades
Welspun Corp Ltd shares fell over 4% on August 26 due to significant block trades involving 6.13 million shares, impacting 2.39% of the company’s equity.

Top Gainers & Losers: Nifty Dips; Banks and Insurers Lead Gains, IT Stocks Face Selling Pressure | 26 Aug 2026, 12:00 PM IST
The Nifty 50 experienced a minor dip today, while the Nifty Bank surged. Financials and insurance companies led the gainers, contrasting with declines in IT and select consumer stocks.

Gold, Silver Futures Surge on US Treasury Buyback News
Gold and silver futures hit multi-month highs as US Treasury announces increased long-term bond buybacks, boosting demand. MCX prices reflect the upward trend.

Indian Markets: Large-Caps Rise, IPOs Set for H2 2026 Boost
HDFC AMC’s Chirag Setalvad sees limited NFOs, favoring large-caps as SMID valuations moderate. Expects IPO surge in H2 2026.

Hindustan Copper Shares Rise on OFS Retail Bidding
Hindustan Copper shares climbed 3.59% as retail bidding for the government’s Offer-for-Sale began, following strong institutional demand and oversubscription.

Avaada Electro Files for ₹7,600 Cr IPO with SEBI
Avaada Electro Limited files UDRHP with SEBI for a ₹7,600 crore IPO, including ₹1,600 crore fresh issue for debt repayment and ₹6,000 crore OFS. Expanding solar manufacturing.

Gujarat Energy Shares Plunge on Morgan Stanley Downgrade
Gujarat Energy Ltd. shares fell 1.23% after Morgan Stanley downgraded its rating to ‘Underweight’ and slashed the target price, citing concerns over spot LNG exposure and competition.

MTAR Technologies & Monarch Surveyors Win Orders Over ₹137 Cr
MTAR Technologies secures ₹126.74 Cr from NPCIL for reactor refurbishment, while Monarch Surveyors wins a ₹10.41 Cr contract. Significant wins boost order books.

Sundaram Medium Term Fund NAV & AUM Update: Aug 25
Sundaram Medium Term Fund Regular-Growth: NAV at 71.7726, AUM Rs. 33.50 Cr as of Aug 25, 2026. Review performance and risk metrics.

India: Index Funds Gain Over ETFs for SIP Investment
Indian investors favor index funds over ETFs for passive investing due to easier SIPs, despite potential cost differences. Explore the market shift.

Gaja Alternative IPO Lists Today: Expect 12% Premium
Gaja Alternative IPO lists today, August 26, 2026, on BSE & NSE. Grey Market Premium suggests an 11.88% listing premium, with an estimated price of ₹179.

Indian Stocks Rally: Nifty50 Surges Past 24,350 on Falling Crude Prices
Indian equity benchmarks SENSEX and NIFTY50 surged on August 26, driven by a significant drop in international crude oil prices. Nifty50 topped 24,350 as Brent Crude futures declined.