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SIF AUM jumps 29% to Rs 17,858 crore in June; inflows surge 171% MoM
Specialised Investment Funds saw assets grow significantly in June 2026. Total inflows into these funds also experienced a substantial increase. Hybrid Long-Short Funds continued their dominance within the SIF segment. The broader mutual fund industry also reported healthy investor participation during the month. SIP contributions reached a record high, indicating sustained retail interest.
INR settles higher, supported by good recovery in local equities
The Indian rupee appreciated by 7 paise to settle at 95.41 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday even as crude oil prices firmed up and the greenback strengthened in the global markets. A recovery in the stock markets and dollar selling by state-run lenders supported the local currency amid rising volatility triggered by the fresh escalation in the West Asia crisis. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened lower by 4 paise at 95.52 against the US dollar and later traded in the range of 95.58 to 95.28 during the day. It settled at 95.41 (provisional), up 7 paise from the previous close. The rupee had declined by 52 paise to settle at 95.48 against the US dollar on Wednesday. Indian shares ended modestly higher on Thursday, after having fallen heavily in the previous session amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East. At the close of the market, the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 80.75 points (0.34%) to settle at 23,962.80, while the BSE Sensex gained 238.22 ...
TCS, Infosys crash up to 55%: Why India's largest mutual fund scheme is still buying
India's largest mutual fund scheme is buying more shares of TCS and Infosys. This buying occurs even as these IT stocks experience significant market value losses. The fund manager's conviction rests on current cash flows rather than future AI narratives. While AI disruption pressures revenue, it also creates new technology spending opportunities. The sector is no longer considered expensive, but earnings visibility remains a concern.
Torrent Pharma among 6 stocks to hit 52-week highs & rally up to 25% in a month
Despite a sharp sell-off in the broader market, six BSE 200 stocks touched fresh 52-week highs, highlighting resilient investor confidence. The outperformers from retail, pharmaceuticals and energy sectors continued to show strong momentum, signalling sustained buying interest despite market volatility.
India's mutual fund industry just beat FIIs in a historic first. Here's what changed
India's mutual fund industry has overtaken foreign institutional investors in total assets under custody for the first time, marking a historic shift in market ownership. Strong SIP inflows and sustained domestic participation have driven the milestone, even as FII holdings declined amid continued selling and changing global investment trends.
Airtel to Trent: 44 stocks likely to report double-digit profit slump in Q1. Are your stocks on the list?
Motilal Oswal expects 44 companies, including Bharti Airtel, Trent, IndiGo, HAL, GAIL and Cipla, to report double-digit year-on-year profit declines in the June quarter. Higher energy costs, weaker demand, geopolitical tensions and margin pressure are expected to weigh on earnings, even as overall corporate profit growth slows in Q1.
Indian Rupee loses momentum as international oil prices and dollar firms up
The Indian rupee lost momentum in opening trades on Wednesday as international oil prices and dollar firmed up following renewed tensions between US and Iran. Reported US air strikes on Iran drove oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and reinforcing expectations of interest rate hikes that kept dollar index upbeat. Meanwhile, investors also wait for the minutes of the Federal Reserves June meeting for additional insight into the policy outlook. INR opened at Rs 95.15 per dollar and hit a low of 95.19 so far during the day. Local equities are also seen in negative tracking global peers on concerns that the AI-fueled rally in chipmakers may be losing momentum. The Nifty 50 has fallen below 24,250 while the BSE Sensex has tumbled over 550 points, trading around the 77,60077,800 range. Yesterday, rupee appreciated 48 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar, on improved global risk sentiments as higher traffic flows through the Strait of Hormuz reduced supply uncertainties.
Are bluechip stocks cheap and safe to invest in now? Radhika Gupta explains why the answer isn't so simple
Edelweiss Mutual Fund MD & CEO Radhika Gupta says investors should move beyond the belief that large-cap stocks are inherently safer, arguing India's evolving economy favours bottom-up investing across market caps. She remains optimistic about domestic inflows, advocates diversified portfolios with global exposure, and expects double-digit equity returns, while cautioning against relying on outdated market narratives.
Eternal stock up 2%; Motilal Oswal retains buy for 31% upside
Motilal Oswal Financial Services has reiterated its 'Buy' rating on Eternal stock for a target price of ₹380, implying an upside of 31 per cent from its current price.
Eternal shares could hit new record highs, Motilal Oswal projects backed by these factors
As Eternal expands beyond food and quick commerce into the wallet share of the affluent urban consumer, Motilal Oswal believes District presents meaningful optionality and could contribute $125 million to its EBITDA by FY30.
Jubilant FoodWorks gains 4% on Q1 update; Motilal Oswal stays 'Neutral'
Post Q1 business update, MOFSL has maintained a 'Neutral' view on Jubilant FoodWorks for a target price of ₹475, implying an upside of 8 per cent from the previous close of ₹438.25.
Dixon Tech, Coforge, 8 other stocks among Motilal’s non-Nifty ideas ahead of Q1 results
Motilal Oswal has identified ten non-Nifty stocks for investors ahead of quarterly earnings. The brokerage anticipates healthy revenue growth across various market capitalizations. TVS Motor and Dixon Technologies are among the top picks with significant upside potential. Radico Khaitan and Indian Hotels Company also show promising revenue growth prospects. Coforge and Kirloskar Oil Engines are also highlighted for their future performance.