Bajaj Housing Finance’s IPO saw a strong debut, but technical issues led to the disqualification of nearly 14 lakh applications. Most rejections were due to UPI-related glitches, affecting investor participation. The company received a record 89.07 lakh applications, with 74.46 lakh deemed eligible after rejections.

Afcons Infrastructure, Quadrant Future Tek, Godavari Biorefineries, Enviro Infra Engineers, and Shivalik Engineering Industries have received approval from Sebi for their proposed IPOs. The IPOs will include a mix of fresh issues and offers for sale by promoters and investors, with significant amounts being raised across these companies.

Shares of housing finance companies fell after Bajaj Housing Finance’s strong debut, as investors considered the prior run-up excessive. The future performance of these shares depends on Bajaj Housing Finance’s stock. PNB Housing Finance and LIC Housing Finance saw significant declines, while others like Can Fin Homes and Aavas Financiers Continue Reading

Bajaj Housing Finance made a remarkable debut on the stock market, listing at ₹150, a 115% increase from its IPO price of ₹70. The stock closed at ₹165, making it the most valuable in its segment with a market cap of ₹1.37 lakh crore. Analysts predict further gains in the Continue Reading

The Shapoorji Pallonji Group, holding an 18.37% stake in Tata Sons, has suggested exploring an IPO to unlock value for stakeholders. At the Tata Sons AGM, the SP Group praised the performance under chairman N Chandrasekaran. This marks a potential thaw in relations following years of legal battles after Cyrus Continue Reading

Asian stocks were steady early Tuesday following a mixed session on Wall Street. Traders are betting on a half-point rate cut from the Federal Reserve this week. Markets in China and South Korea remain shut for public holidays. Investors are also watching the trading debut of Chinese appliance giant Midea Continue Reading

Stocks in news: Domestic markets closed slightly higher on Monday, continuing Friday’s recovery. Key stocks in focus include Tata Steel, Torrent Power, TVS Motor, JK Tyre, and Firstsource due to various developments. Notable highlights include Tata Steel’s expansion in Odisha and Torrent Power’s significant investment in renewable energy projects.

Northern Arc Capital’s IPO, which opened for subscription on Monday, saw strong demand, especially from retail investors. The IPO was subscribed 2.87 times on the first day. The company aims to raise up to Rs 777 crore through the issue, with a price band of Rs 249-263 per share.

SEBI has reduced the time for crediting and trading bonus shares to two days from the record date. This change will be applicable to all bonus issues announced after October 1, 2024.

Western Carriers IPO: The Western Carriers IPO includes a fresh equity issuance of Rs 400 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 54 lakh shares by promoter Rajendra Sethia. In the unlisted market, the company’s shares were trading at a grey market premium of Rs 55 per Continue Reading