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Policybazaar Stock: Buy Signal from SMC Global Securities

SMC Global Securities’ Shitij Gandhi recommends buying Policybazaar stock on dips, targeting Rs 1885 based on a bullish inverse Head & Shoulders pattern.

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Reliance Profit Falls 22.4% in Q1 FY27; Jio IPO Planned

Reliance Industries reports a 22.4% profit drop in Q1 FY27 despite strong EBITDA growth. Jio Platforms files for IPO, signaling strategic diversification.

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NSE IPO: Navigating Regulation 45(2) for Market Listing

NSE plans a two-step IPO strategy, listing on BSE first, to comply with Regulation 45(2) and enable trading on its own platform.

Carl Icahn’s Portfolio: $8.26B Concentrated in Q2 2026

Carl Icahn’s Portfolio: $8.26B Concentrated in Q2 2026

Carl Icahn’s Q2 2026 portfolio, valued at $8.26 billion, shows heavy concentration, with Icahn Enterprises dominating over 53% of holdings.

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Foreign Banks Lose Credit Card Market Share in India

Five major foreign banks in India witnessed a 7.1% drop in their credit card base, losing significant market share to the expanding domestic industry.

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Momentum Funds: Wide Return Gap & Strategy Differences

Momentum funds show a wide return range (-2% to 24%). Active strategies averaged 9.2%, outperforming index funds at 1.8%. Discover why.

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SEBI’s New Rules for Online Bond Ads: Investor Protection

SEBI proposes strict advertising rules for online bond platforms in India to protect investors from misleading promotions and FOMO tactics.

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Unchecked Power Risks: Finance, Environment, Tech Dangers

Explore the significant risks of unchecked power in finance, environment, and technology, from retail investor losses to biodiversity threats and AI’s impact.

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Macquarie, RPSG Group Eye Welspun New Energy Deal

Macquarie and RP Sanjiv Goenka Group are in final talks to acquire Welspun New Energy for approximately Rs 2,000 crore, signaling a major shift in India’s renewable energy sector.

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IIFCL Raises $200M for Infrastructure, FY26 Profit Dips

IIFCL secures $200M via ECBs for infrastructure projects, despite reporting a 13.3% profit decline in FY26 attributed to currency fluctuations.

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Logistics Stocks Surge: TCI, RITCO, Aegis Show Bullish Signs

Indian logistics stocks TCI, RITCO, and Aegis are showing strong bullish technical signals, with ICRA forecasting significant sector growth. Explore potential investment opportunities.

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India Releases Buffer Onion Stocks to Curb Price Surge

India’s government to release buffer onion stocks and launch ‘Kanda Express’ to stabilize soaring retail prices, up 45% year-on-year due to reduced kharif output.

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Mid-Cap Funds Lag Nifty Midcap 150 Index: Shift to Index Funds?

New report shows most active mid-cap funds struggle to beat the Nifty Midcap 150 index. Discover why investors are shifting to passive index funds.

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SFBs Outperform AU Bank, Trade at Discount

Ujjivan, Equitas, and Jana SFBs show strong Q2 FY27 results, trading at a 48%-66% discount to AU Small Finance Bank despite higher NIMs.

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Lalithaa Jewellery IPO Oversubscribed 17.47x, Lists Aug 24

Lalithaa Jewellery IPO oversubscribed 17.47x, set to list on BSE & NSE Aug 24, 2026. Potential listing gains up to 36.32% expected.

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Skyways Air Services IPO: Bidding Open, ₹37 GMP, 27% Gain Potential

Skyways Air Services IPO opens Aug 24-26, 2026. With a ₹37 GMP and ₹583 crore size, anticipate a 27% potential listing gain. Details inside!

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HSBC India Doubles Profits Amidst Currency Weakness Concerns

HSBC India reports doubled pre-tax profits, plans expansion in wealth management and digital services, but CEO warns of currency weakness impacting investments.

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Indian Markets Consolidate, Primary Market Booms

Indian stock markets consolidate with low volumes while the primary market thrives with IPOs and strong listings. Key indices show mixed movements.

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India’s Gold Monetisation Scheme: Unlock Idle Assets

India aims to revive its Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS) to formalize household gold, reduce imports, and boost financial markets by unlocking vast private reserves.

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Indian Markets Consolidate: IPOs Shine Amidst Low Volumes

Indian stock markets are in a consolidation phase with muted trading volumes. While major indices trade range-bound, the primary market thrives with successful IPOs.

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India NBFCs: Growth Amidst Margin Squeeze

India’s NBFCs show strong growth driven by credit demand, despite persistent margin pressures. Explore key financial highlights and outlook.

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India Eyes Chile Trade Pact for Critical Minerals

India’s Commerce Secretary visits South America to finalize a trade pact with Chile, focusing on critical minerals like lithium and copper vital for EV batteries and renewables.

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India’s Economy Resilient Amidst AI Capital Shift to US

Despite global capital flowing to US AI, India’s long-term growth remains robust due to demographics, energy demand, and transition, experts confirm.

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SEBI Chief: Stronger Governance Needed for India’s Growing Mutual Funds

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey calls for enhanced governance in India’s mutual fund industry as its investor base rapidly expands and diversifies, especially from smaller towns.

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India Market Premium Dips: Foreigners Exit, Domestic Funds Rise

India’s market premium is declining as foreign investors grow cautious, while domestic mutual funds see increased investment despite weakening returns. Explore the changing investment landscape.

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EPF vs. Stocks: EPFO Clarifies Investment Differences

EPFO clarifies that Employees’ Provident Fund and stock market investments serve distinct financial goals, highlighting why they are not substitutes for retirement security and wealth creation.

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US, India Stocks Offer Low Free Cash Flow Yields: Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs report: US & Indian equity markets (S&P 500, Nifty 50) show unattractive 2.7% free cash flow yields, lagging behind Europe’s 5%.

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US-Canada Trade War: Tariffs Spark Retaliation Fears

US tariffs on Canada trigger retaliatory threats, risking price hikes and reduced investment for the US economy. Explore the potential fallout.

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India Smallcap SIP Assets Surge 5x to ₹1.83 Trillion

India’s smallcap fund SIP assets exploded 5x to ₹1.83 trillion by March 2026, driven by strong retail investor interest and disciplined investing.

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SEBI Scrutinizes NSE’s Self-Trading Plan Before 2026 IPO

SEBI is reviewing NSE’s proposal to trade its own shares, raising market integrity concerns ahead of its 2026 IPO. Learn about the potential conflicts and implications.

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