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Gold slumps most in two months as jobs fuel Fed rate-hike bets
Bullion declined as much as 3.4% as bond yields and the dollar climbed after the latest US data showed job growth topped all forecasts in May. The strength in the labour market keeps the door open for Fed officials to hike rates as Middle East tensions fuel higher energy prices.
Aditya Birla Group Emerges Front Runner To Buy Shell's Sprng Energy For $1.7 Billion
As part of the process, the Aditya Birla Group will conduct due diligence over the next three to four weeks before deciding on a final agreement.
Aditya Birla Group seen as front-runner in $1.7-billion-plus deal for Shell’s Sprng Energy: report
Aditya Birla Group has emerged as front runner to buy Shells Indian renewable platform Sprng Energy for over $1.7 billion, edging KKR, though talks remain ongoing and non-binding.
Senco witnesses 6% drop in gold sales; customers bullish on silver, diamond
Senco Gold saw gold volumes decrease by 6% in FY26. However, silver and diamond sales increased significantly. The company achieved its highest-ever Q4 retail sales, boosted by wedding and gifting demand. Senco Gold anticipates over 20% revenue growth in the current fiscal year, driven by its expanding network and brand strength.
Retail health premium growth rises to 31% YoY in April 2026, anchoring non-life insurance sector: Kotak Institutional Securities
Indian non-life insurance saw robust growth in April 2026. Retail health premiums surged 31 percent year-on-year. Motor insurance also performed well. Private players and standalone health insurers are gaining market share from public sector companies. Commercial lines faced challenges, though marine and engineering segments showed resilience. This indicates a dynamic shift in the insurance landscape.
Aditya Birla Group bets big on IPL boom, says media rights frenzy is far from over
Aditya Birla Group sees strong future growth for Indian sports. The group believes IPL media rights will keep increasing in value. This is despite current worries about fewer bidders. India's economy and sports viewership are rising. Premium sports assets are also scarce. This supports future valuations. The group recently bought Royal Challengers Bengaluru. They are optimistic about the long-term trend.
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Nifty could hit 27,000 once geopolitical tensions ease: Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO
Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO Nimesh Chandan projects 15% earnings growth for Nifty in FY28, with EPS rising to the ₹1,420–1,440 range, making valuations look attractive. He backs metals, construction, and cement as long-term plays on a global supply chain shift, holds gold and silver in the multi-asset portfolio, and flags El Niño and elevated US yields as key risks keeping Indian interest rates high in the near term.
Gold loans are no longer merely the last source of credit for the poor: Shaji Varghese, CEO, Muthoot FinCorp
Muthoot Fincorp is gearing up for a monumental ₹4,000 crore IPO, seeking to ignite its expansion plans and harness the momentum of its current growth trajectory. With an optimistic eye on the future, the company is poised to navigate market fluctuations and continue its upward path. The funds raised will be pivotal in propelling further innovations and initiatives.
See long-term opportunity in auto parts, aerospace and chemicals: AB Sun Life AMC’s Harish Krishnan
Harish Krishnan of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC said the rupee’s sharp fall may be nearing its final phase as the government and RBI step up stabilisation measures. He highlighted engineering exports, chemicals, aerospace and IT services as long-term investment themes, while cautioning that margin pressure from rising input costs could continue over the next two quarters.
Aditya Birla group, KKR left in race for Sprng Energy
Aditya Birla Group and KKR are vying to buy Shell's renewable energy firm Sprng Energy. Binding financial bids are in, and Shell will negotiate with the top two contenders next week. India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund and Actis are out of the running. The deal could be worth around $2 billion. Shell is reviewing strategic options for Sprng Energy.
‘Time for alpha’: Motilal Oswal AMC CEO sees these sectors leading next market cycle
Motilal Oswal AMC MD & CEO Prateek Agrawal said the current market environment favours active investing and emerging growth sectors over traditional index-heavy plays. Agrawal also said gold duty hikes were less severe than expected and added that mutual fund inflows remain stable despite market volatility.