So, one important factor in India is that we are a country with a young population. We have almost 65 crore-plus smartphone users, almost 75 crore people have access to the internet, and 100 crore-plus have mobile phone connections. So, these are important indicators of where the industry is moving—towards Continue Reading
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Patient investors could subscribe to GIC’s two-day OFS
Retail investors can consider buying General Insurance Corporation shares in the ₹4,701-crore offer for sale on Thursday. Analysts suggest long-term holding for potential gains. The government is selling 6.78% of its stake, reducing its holding to 79%. GIC shares have risen 27% in 2024, outperforming the Nifty 500 index.
Why you should look to build a core and satellite portfolio
Financial planners suggest equity investors build a core and satellite portfolio, combining active and passive strategies. The core should be long-term oriented with large-cap focus, while the satellite portion can take tactical bets on sectors or themes. This mix aims to optimize returns and manage risks effectively.
Domestic funds stay put in equities with sustained inflow in August
The 12-month cumulative rolling investment by domestic mutual funds reached a record high of Rs 3.3 lakh crore ($39 billion) in August, according to SEBI data, driven by new opportunities in the primary market including IPOs and qualified institutional placements.
Stocks in news: GIC Re, RIL, Vedanta, Sona BLW, PNB Housing Finance, Suzlon Energy
Stocks in news: Equity markets paused after a 14-day winning streak, closing lower on Wednesday amid weak global trends. Key stocks in focus include GIC Re, RIL, Vedanta, Sona BLW, PNB Housing Finance, and Suzlon Energy due to various developments such as stake sales, fundraising plans, and business expansions.
Yen gains hurt Japan stocks, dollar steadies: Markets wrap
The yen strengthened as the dollar remained weak, with investors anticipating a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut. Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell, while South Korea and Australia saw gains. US futures were stable after a slight drop in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100. Key economic data, including Friday’s payrolls report, will Continue Reading
Work culture claims misplaced, officers misguided by ‘external elements’: Sebi
Sebi has claimed that its officers were misguided by external elements to raise concerns about leadership and HR practices, leading to a complaint to the finance ministry. The regulator denied allegations of a toxic work culture and said some employees were using these issues to seek monetary benefits.
September seasonality weighs on SBI, other PSU bank stocks. Should you buy, hold or sell?
Historically, September hasn’t been kind to these three banks. BoI has seen declines in 9 out of the last 10 Septembers, while SBI and Bank of Maharashtra have fallen 8 times each during the same period. On average, their September returns are negative, with BoI at -7.7%, SBI at -3.4%, Continue Reading
PN Gadgil Jewellers IPO to open on September 10. Check details
PN Gadgil Jewellers, Maharashtra’s second largest organised jewellery player, will launch its IPO on September 10, aiming to raise Rs 1100 crore. The funds will be used for opening new stores, debt repayment, and general corporate purposes. The company has shown significant growth in revenue and profit over recent years.
IPO lock-in expires, shares of 38 companies worth $21 billion may enter market by November
Between now and November 30, $21 billion worth of shareholder lock-ins across 38 companies will expire. This includes shares from Ceigall India, Unicommerce, and Firstcry, among others. Not all unlocked shares will immediately hit the market, as some are held by promoters.