India’s IPO market has slowed amid volatility and weak sentiment, despite a robust pipeline of over Rs 3 lakh crore. Companies are adopting a cautious, tactical approach to listings, while experts see the slowdown as temporary. A recovery in secondary markets and FII flows could trigger a revival, with backlog-driven launches accelerating once sentiment improves...Read More

Dalal Street may witness a relief rally on Wednesday as GIFT Nifty surged nearly 200 points following reports of continued US-Iran peace talks. Despite initial plunges, global markets rallied as oil prices cooled and hopes for a diplomatic resolution emerged, with Wall Street and Asian markets showing gains.Read More

The sharp fall in indices created pockets of opportunity in niche and under-owned stocks.Read More

Foreign institutional investors have pulled out $18 billion from Indian equities since the Iran war began, dragging the Nifty down over 9% from its peak. Rising oil prices and capital flight have turned India from a preferred market into a cautious bet. Despite corrected valuations, global investors remain unconvinced, with weak dollar returns limiting fresh...Read More

LIC has announced its first-ever 1:1 bonus issue, signalling strong financial health and rewarding shareholders. The move will increase liquidity without impacting market capitalisation. Backed by robust Q3 earnings growth, the insurer continues to deliver steady performance, though its stock shows mixed trends in the short and medium term.Read More

Oil prices retreated below $100 after fresh signs of US-Iran dialogue despite escalating tensions and a naval blockade. Markets remain volatile as supply disruptions persist and peace prospects stay uncertain. Analysts warn prices could stay elevated, with risks of further spikes if geopolitical tensions prolong and energy flows remain constrained.Read More

Japanese stocks surged to a multi-month high as hopes for an end to the Iran conflict boosted market sentiment. Oil prices dipped on optimism surrounding ceasefire talks, with U.S. Vice President JD Vance indicating progress.Read More

Oil prices dropped as talks between the U.S. and Iran offered hope for de-escalation. This eased worries about supply disruptions from the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI crude futures saw declines. Analysts suggest tight oil balances could keep prices elevated. International bodies urged nations to avoid hoarding energy supplies.Read More

Life Insurance Corporation of India announced its first bonus share issue in a 1:1 ratio, doubling its paid-up equity base. This move aims to reward shareholders amid the stock’s underperformance since its 2022 public debut. The issuance, subject to approval, will capitalize reserves and is expected within two months.Read More

Wall Street anticipates the Federal Reserve will adopt a gradual strategy for reducing its balance sheet expansion. The central bank began purchasing approximately $40 billion in short-term Treasuries monthly in December to alleviate funding market pressures. Officials suggest the pace of these purchases will be significantly reduced, moving cautiously to avoid missteps as the Fed...Read More