DOWNLOAD IPFS Leading Indian firms are sitting on massive liquidity reserves, totaling roughly ₹2.5 lakh crore. This positions them to fund expansion, acquisitions, and shareholder payouts without depending on external borrowing. Among India’s top-five cash-rich companies, Reliance Industries leads the pack with a staggering ₹1.06 lakh crore in cash and[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Equity benchmarks started the week on a strong note as the Sensex surged by 442 points to close at 82,128, while the Nifty 50 climbed 0.49% to settle at 25,091. The gains were primarily driven by robust performances in the banking and financial sectors following encouraging earnings from[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have sharply increased short bets in Indian markets, particularly targeting defence and financial stocks. Market data shows FIIs raised their short position in index futures by nearly 6% last Friday, while reducing long positions by 6.7%, leaving their net long exposure at its lowest[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Domestic brokerage firm Motilal Oswal has issued “Buy” ratings on seven stocks, forecasting potential gains of up to 25% in the medium term. These recommendations span key sectors including banking, energy, consumer goods, and industrials, offering a balanced investment approach. Here are the seven recommended stocks and their[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Global brokerage firm CLSA has identified ICICI Bank, State Bank of India (SBI), and HDFC Bank as its top investment picks in the Indian banking sector, highlighting their strong fundamentals, consistent performance, and growth potential. Bandhan Bank has also been featured among the promising mid-sized lenders. In its[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Private sector banks in India are facing mounting pressure in the home loan segment as public sector undertakings (PSUs) and housing finance companies (HFCs) ramp up their presence with competitive offerings. According to recent industry data, PSUs have reclaimed significant market share in housing finance, leveraging lower interest[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS IIFL Home Finance Ltd (IIFLHF) has secured a $100 million (₹858 crore) loan facility from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) aimed at expanding affordable housing in India, particularly for low-income and economically weaker sections. The funding will also promote the development of green-certified residential projects, reinforcing India’s[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS State-run non-banking financial company IFCI Ltd has formally sought approval from the central government to consolidate its subsidiaries in a phased manner. The move is part of a broader restructuring aimed at streamlining operations and improving financial performance. According to officials familiar with the development, IFCI’s consolidation strategy[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Investment firm Amara Partners is on track to close its debut private credit fund with commitments nearing ₹800 crore, according to people familiar with the matter. The fundraise marks a significant milestone as the firm prepares to officially launch its private credit operations in India. The Mumbai-based asset[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS JSW Steel, one of India’s leading steelmakers, has confirmed that it will allocate the majority of its ₹20,000 crore capital expenditure for FY25 toward expanding its Dolvi plant in Maharashtra. The company aims to boost the plant’s production capacity from 10 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 15[Read More…]