Shares of BLS International rose sharply after the Delhi High Court overturned a two-year ban imposed by the Ministry of External Affairs, allowing the company to participate in future tenders. The ruling removes restrictions that had affected tender participation, while existing contracts and financial outlook remain largely unaffected.Read More

Japan’s central bank has hiked interest rates to a three-decade high, pushing the 10-year government bond yield to a 26-year peak. This move signals a significant shift from the Bank of Japan’s previous cautious stance. Despite the rate hike, the yen weakened against the dollar. The Nikkei share average, however, saw gains, particularly in AI-linked...Read More

Two Indian real estate investment trusts are set to raise funds through bond issuances. Knowledge Realty Trust and Embassy Office Parks REIT plan to tap the bond market in the coming days. This move will conclude a year of record issuances from real estate operators. These issuances will bring the total for the year to...Read More

India’s 2025 IPO boom signals more than listings—it reflects a shift toward building durable public companies. Post-IPO success hinges on operational discipline, repeatable unit economics, governance, and long-term leadership. Investors should focus on profitability, maturity, and strategic vision, treating the IPO as a transition, not the ultimate goal.Read More

Dr Lal PathLabs shares plunged over 50% in early trade after the stock turned ex-bonus following a 1:1 bonus issue. The sharp fall is purely technical, reflecting price adjustment for additional shares, and does not impact investors’ overall holding value or ownership in the company.Read More

Indian railway stocks have suffered a sharp valuation reset in 2025, erasing Rs 1.32 lakh crore in investor wealth, led by steep losses in IRFC and other PSU players. Analysts cite stretched valuations, muted capex growth and execution challenges as key hurdles, making a broad-based recovery in 2026 uncertain despite long-term structural support.Read More

HDFC AMC anticipates positive regulatory changes following Sebi’s revised mutual fund expense rules. Brokerages believe these adjustments will boost earnings and valuations. The new framework, effective April 2026, is less punitive than initially feared. This clarity allows focus to shift back to HDFC AMC’s growth potential and market share.Read More

Indian government bonds held steady Friday as traders awaited new debt sales. The central bank’s substantial liquidity injections previously boosted sentiment. Today’s auctions will gauge demand, with foreign investors showing a cautious stance. Overnight swap rates are expected to trade within a narrow band as the year concludes.Read More

Japan’s benchmark 10-year government bond yield surged past 2% for the first time since 2006, reaching 2.005%. This follows the central bank’s quarter-point rate hike to 0.75%, signalling further policy tightening. The move reflects concerns over rising living costs and the new government’s fiscal stance, rather than economic recovery optimism.Read More

The rupee appreciated 24 paise to 89.96 against the US dollar on Friday, driven by corporate dollar inflows and easing crude oil prices. This gain follows recent record lows, with likely RBI intervention and crude oil hovering around USD 59 per barrel supporting market sentiment. Experts suggest the rupee remains within a 90-90.50 range.Read More