He expects a robust recovery in FY27 and sees the strongest opportunities in capital goods, financials and healthcare, while remaining cautious on export-oriented businesses amid an uncertain global growth outlook.Read More

ProTec General Insurance will be allowed to undertake general insurance business under the applicable regulatory framework. The four registrations granted so far in calendar 2026 include two general insurers, one health insurer and one reinsurer, Irdai said.Read More

Motilal Oswal Private Wealth favors Indian mid and small-cap stocks. They are increasing allocations to these segments by ten percentage points. The firm suggests a neutral stance on Indian equities overall. Hybrid and large-cap allocations are set at forty percent. Global equities will comprise the remaining ten percent of investments.Read More

Manipal Health Enterprises plans to raise ₹8,000 crore through a fresh issue for debt repayment and expansion. The company’s revenue grew strongly in recent years, while margins faced pressure. Its occupancy rate declined, and geographic concentration is noted in Karnataka. The promoter group’s stake will decrease after the initial public offering. Investors may consider waiting...Read More

Indian equity markets opened with a strong gap-up and extended gains throughout the session. The Indian Rupee appreciated from lower levels, boosting investor sentiment significantly. Foreign portfolio investors were net buyers, adding to the positive market momentum. Analysts suggest the index may head towards key resistance levels soon. The India VIX, a fear gauge, also...Read More

Indian stock gauges rose over one percent on Wednesday. Overseas fund flows are expected to shift into local technology companies. The Nifty and Sensex closed higher, reflecting positive investor sentiment. Declining crude oil prices and a stronger rupee also supported market gains. Foreign and domestic institutions were net buyers of shares.Read More

Asian stocks fluctuated on Thursday as semiconductor shares declined. Treasury yields reached multi-decade highs following the Federal Reserve’s policy decision. Microsoft’s cloud growth boosted its stock, while Meta’s forecast caused a slide. South Korea implemented measures to stabilize its stock market after a significant rout. Oil prices edged lower amid reports of US air strikes...Read More

Federal Reserve officials decided to keep interest rates unchanged this week. A fractured vote indicated some policymakers favored a rate increase. Recent inflation data showed a slight easing, influencing the committee’s decision. However, escalating geopolitical tensions and tariffs are fueling inflation concerns. Officials remain committed to achieving their two percent inflation target.Read More

The rupee strengthened for a third consecutive day, reaching a near three-week high. Dollar sales by foreign and state-run banks aided the local currency’s climb. Sustained buying in domestic equities and positive foreign investor sentiment supported the rupee. Crude oil prices saw a modest rebound, limiting further rupee gains. The currency is expected to trade...Read More