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India’s Top Financial Advisors: Your Guide to Wealth
Discover India’s top financial advisors revolutionizing personal finance through education and long-term relationships. Secure your financial future with expert guidance.

Nilesh Shah: Cricket Analogy for Smart Stock Picking
Kotak AMC’s Nilesh Shah uses cricket analogies like Rishabh Pant vs. Rahul Dravid to guide investors on balancing high-growth stocks with steady compounders.

Vodafone Idea Shares Surge 8% on SBI Funding News
Vodafone Idea shares jumped over 8% following reports of secured SBI funding for capex and anticipation of telecom tariff hikes. Learn more.

Tempsens Instruments IPO Allotment Finalized: 101% Gain Expected
Tempsens Instruments IPO allotment is finalized. With a strong Grey Market Premium (GMP), a potential 101% listing gain is anticipated on August 27, 2026. Check your allotment status now!

Sensex, Nifty Surge: Indian Equities End Higher on Sectoral Gains
Indian stock markets rally: Sensex gains 287 points, Nifty tops 24,300 driven by healthcare, pharma, and PSU banks. Corporate news from Ceigall India & HoABL.

Stock Market Open Eid-e-Milad: Settlement Delays Expected
Indian stock exchanges NSE & BSE operate on Eid-e-Milad (Aug 26, 2026), but it’s a settlement holiday. Understand transaction delays and their impact.

Federal Bank in Talks to Acquire Jana SFB; Shares Dip
Federal Bank shares fell as talks for a controlling stake in Jana Small Finance Bank advanced. Jana SFB’s promoter may sell entire holding. RBI previously rejected Jana SFB’s universal bank application.

Nilesh Shah: Closing Auction Session Needs Tweaks for Funds
Kotak AMC’s Nilesh Shah suggests refinements for the Closing Auction Session, focusing on mutual fund industry proposals for passive and arbitrage funds.

Apollo Pipes Stock Soars 163% on Investor Confidence & Growth
Apollo Pipes shares surge 163% from 52-week low to ₹664.95, boosted by Mukul Agrawal’s stake and promoter share increases. Explore the growth outlook.

Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Closes Marginally Higher; Midcaps Outperform Amidst Mixed Sectoral Trends | 25 Aug 2026, 03:45 PM IST
The Nifty 50 settled at 24260.05, gaining 0.17% in a mixed session. Midcap stocks outperformed, while banking faced pressure. Institutional buying offered underlying support.

WazirX AI: Crypto Trading Assistant Launched in India
WazirX launches WazirX AI, an advanced trading assistant for crypto. Integrates research, analysis, and trading for a streamlined user experience.

ESDS Software IPO: Price Band ₹408-₹429, Opens Aug 28
ESDS Software Solution sets IPO price band at ₹408-₹429 per share, aiming to raise ₹720 crore. Subscriptions open August 28. Learn key dates and investor allocation.

India Banks: 20% Credit Growth, Private Lenders Lead in FY27
India’s banking sector hit a 4-year high with 20% credit growth in Q1 FY27, driven by industrial and services lending. Private banks gain an edge amid stable asset quality.

Lumino Industries IPO: Rs 736 Crore Issue Opens Aug 27
Lumino Industries launches a Rs 736 crore IPO on August 27, 2026. Explore details on price band, investor allocation, and company profile.

ACME Solar Wins 300 MW SECI Contract at ₹6.00/kWh
ACME Solar Holdings secures 300 MW capacity from SECI at ₹6.00/kWh, boosting its BESS portfolio and renewable energy supply capabilities.

India Crypto Market: Shift to Long-Term Investing
India’s crypto market is evolving from short-term trading to long-term investing, with HNIs showing cautious interest. Regulatory clarity is key for future growth.

Jana SFB, Federal Bank Shares Dip Amid Merger Rumors
Jana Small Finance Bank and Federal Bank shares fell up to 4% on Tuesday following reports of advanced merger discussions. Learn more about the potential consolidation.

India’s IPO Market Surges: 25% Average Gains in July-August
India’s IPO market rebounds with a 25% average listing gain in July-August. 18 out of 22 offerings saw positive returns, signaling a strong investor sentiment.

Top Small-Cap Funds for Growth Amidst Market Slowdown
Discover top-performing small-cap mutual funds defying the market slowdown. Learn which funds offer growth potential despite recent performance shifts.

Sebi Drops ₹3,911 Cr Case Against Max Financial, Axis Entities
India’s Sebi dismisses ₹3,911 crore case against Max Financial, Max Life, and Axis entities, finding no evidence of shareholder loss or fraudulent scheme.

Gold Funds Beat Equities: 44% SIP Returns Over 3 Years
Discover how gold funds, like SBI Gold Fund (44.11%), significantly outperformed equity funds over three years with SIP investments. See your money grow!

US Sanctions Indian Firms Over Iran Petrochemical Trade
The US has sanctioned four Indian companies and individuals for allegedly trading Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products, warning of consequences for continued dealings with Tehran.

Bernstein Cuts PFC, REC Targets on Slowing Loan Growth
Bernstein revises target prices for Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC downwards due to a significant slowdown in loan book growth and increased competition.

Indian Markets Recover: Sensex Narrows Loss, Nifty Down 0.20%
Indian equity benchmarks recover from lows. Sensex down 0.06%, Nifty 0.20%, boosted by telecom stocks & Asian markets. Crude oil prices & Mideast tensions add caution.

Pound Futures: Speculators Cut Bearish Bets
Large speculators reduced net short positions in Pound futures by 1,648 contracts as of August 18, 2026, signaling a shift in sentiment.

Market Highlights: Nifty 50 Trades Lower as Key Indices Slip Mid-Session; Midcaps Show Resilience | 25 Aug 2026, 02:00 PM IST
Indian equities trade lower mid-session, with the Nifty 50 hovering near 24137.60, down 81 points. Broader indices also show declines.

Russia Assures India Fertilizer Supply Amid Subsidy Crisis
Russia confirms continued fertilizer and energy supplies to India, a critical move as India’s subsidy bill escalates due to global supply disruptions and rising costs.

Shanti Gold Shares Dip Post-Rights Issue Despite Monthly Gains
Shanti Gold International Ltd. shares fell 1% post-rights issue allotment of 46.43 lakh shares. The stock maintains a 27% monthly gain, showing resilience.

Netweb Technologies Stock Dips Post ₹1,200 Cr QIP Fundraise
Netweb Technologies’ shares fell nearly 4% after successfully raising ₹1,200 crore via its first Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP), impacting its stock value.

IIFL Finance Shares Drop 8% on ₹963 Cr Tax Demand
IIFL Finance shares tumbled 8% after its subsidiary, IIFL Home Finance, received a ₹963.39 crore tax demand, impacting stock performance.