In a market scenario marked by cautious optimism and selective buying, Siddharth Vora, Head of Investment Strategy & Fund Manager – PMS at Prabhudas Lilladher, has revealed that his investment team is holding 14-15% of their portfolio in cash to navigate what he describes as a slightly bearish undertone. This measured approach comes as equity…
In a major move signalling confidence in India’s booming quick commerce sector, Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFS) has announced a ₹400 crore investment in Zepto, one of the country’s fastest-growing instant grocery delivery platforms. This funding injection is expected to strengthen Zepto’s competitive position against rivals like Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and BigBasket Now, as it…
In the fiercely competitive Indian mutual fund industry, Jio BlackRock is betting big on one factor it believes will outshine product variety, brand legacy, and even pricing — digital trust. The joint venture between Reliance’s Jio Financial Services and global asset management giant BlackRock is positioning itself to leverage India’s fast-growing digital infrastructure and rising…
In the fast-paced and often headline-grabbing world of stock markets, it’s usually big IPOs, soaring stock prices, or market crashes that dominate the news cycle. Yet, according to Zerodha co-founder and CEO Nithin Kamath, one of the most impactful developments for retail investors in recent years came not from flashy announcements, but from a quiet…
The much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO) of Regaal Resources Ltd has officially opened for public subscription, drawing significant attention from retail and institutional investors. With the grey market premium (GMP) hovering around 22%, market participants are keen to know whether the stock offers strong listing gains or is a long-term portfolio candidate. IPO Details and…
In a significant development for India’s pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector, Avendus Future Leaders Fund (FLF) has spearheaded a ₹300-crore investment in Aragen Life Sciences, a leading contract research, development, and manufacturing organization (CRDMO). The deal not only strengthens Aragen’s capital base but also positions it for accelerated growth in the global life sciences market. Strengthening…
Shares of IDFC First Bank are expected to be in the spotlight after Platinum Invictus, a prominent global investment firm, received the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s approval to invest Rs 2,624 crore in the lender. The regulatory nod paves the way for one of the largest private equity-led capital infusions in India’s banking sector…
India’s energy strategy has once again come into the spotlight after Nobel Prize-winning economist Abhijit Banerjee urged policymakers to reconsider the long-term viability of importing discounted Russian oil. Speaking at a recent economic policy forum, Banerjee suggested that the benefits of cheap crude should be weighed against potential geopolitical and trade repercussions, particularly in light…
The Indian primary market is set for a busy week as six new initial public offerings (IPOs) are scheduled to open on Dalal Street, collectively aiming to raise an estimated ₹1,938 crore. This comes amid rising investor interest in fresh equity issues, supported by strong domestic liquidity and robust retail participation. Analysts believe that this…
In a surprising turn of events, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath and Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas have ignited a captivating online conversation that financial experts say could potentially impact investor sentiment and influence India’s stock market updates. What started as a thought-provoking tweet exchange has quickly evolved into a widely discussed thread, bringing together traders,…
