Svatantra Microfin, backed by Advent International, is preparing for an initial public offering that could raise up to $250 million. The microfinance firm, founded by Ananya Birla, has appointed Kotak Mahindra Capital and Axis Capital as advisers and plans to file draft paperwork in the coming months. The offering will likely include both new and...Read More

Australian shares surged over 2% to a five-week high, driven by a U.S.-Iran ceasefire that pushed oil prices below $100 a barrel. The S&P/ASX 200 index saw its biggest one-day gain in a year, with resources and financials leading the rally. This development offers relief from inflation concerns, sparking broad buying across equities.Read More

Om Power Transmission Limited IPO opens on April 9 with a price band of Rs 166–175. The IPO comprises a fresh issue of Rs 132.56 crore and an offer for sale of Rs 17.50 crore. The allotment is expected to be finalised on April 15, 2026, and the company is likely to make its stock...Read More

Bitcoin and Ethereum surged following President Trump’s announcement of a two-week ceasefire and plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, boosting market sentiment. Ethereum rose 6.5% to $2,248, while Bitcoin gained around 4% to trade near $71,575. The global crypto market capitalization increased by 4% to $2.44 trillion.Read More

Shares of Tata Motors and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles rose sharply on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump agreed to a ceasefire with Iran, tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Cooling crude prices boosted sentiment on D-Street. The Strait of Hormuz is a key route that carries 20% of the world’s oil supply.Read More

Indian banking stocks experienced a significant surge on Wednesday. This rally followed a sharp decline in March, driven by investor concerns over the US-Iran conflict and oil price volatility. The announcement of a US-Iran ceasefire has boosted market sentiment. Major banks like HDFC Bank and SBI saw substantial gains. Analysts suggest current valuations present buying...Read More

Despite the massive success of the ‘Dhurandhar’ film franchise, which has grossed over Rs 2,000 crore, PVR Inox shares have seen a significant decline of 14% since December. Investors are spooked by weak content consistency and rising costs, overshadowing the box office triumphs.Read More

Market expert Sandip Agarwal sees a structural turn in IT stocks driven by a weakening rupee and cooled valuations, expecting significant EPS growth. He also highlights emerging value in the banking sector, while advising caution on EMS and consumption due to seasonal and supply chain concerns.Read More

A two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has boosted Indian stocks. Brent crude prices fell significantly after the agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This eased supply disruption fears, leading to sharp gains in aviation, refining, and infrastructure sectors. Companies with significant Middle East exposure saw substantial rallies. The development is expected to...Read More

Indian government bonds experienced a significant surge on Wednesday, driven by a sharp drop in oil prices following a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement. This development eased fears of escalating conflict, boosting market sentiment ahead of the Reserve Bank of India’s policy announcement. Investors are keenly awaiting the RBI’s guidance on domestic risks amidst shifting global financial...Read More