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Blue Jet Healthcare shares rally 9% after Rs 800 crore QIP allotment
Blue Jet Healthcare shares rose sharply on Friday after the company completed its Rs 800 crore QIP, attracting marquee institutional investors, including multiple ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund schemes. The fund raise is expected to strengthen the company's balance sheet, support expansion plans, and boost long-term growth prospects while broadening its institutional shareholder base.
Healthcare, banks and EVs remain long-term bets: Invesco Mutual Fund's Taher Badshah
Taher Badshah, Chief Investment Officer at Invesco Mutual Fund, expects EV adoption to increase gradually with policy support, while opportunities are emerging in power distribution alongside transmission. Badshah also said SIP inflows remain stable and mutual fund industry trends are not showing signs of concern.
SBI Securities prefers HDFC Bank, sees long-term upside in metals
Sunny Agarwal, Head Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, remains positive on private banks, preferring HDFC Bank over Kotak Mahindra Bank after the lender received a clean legal review. He says Persistent Systems' acquisition benefits may take up to eight quarters to materialise, while slower growth remains a near-term concern. Agarwal is also bullish on the metals sector, with Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys as his top pick, and remains positive on Astral over the long term despite near-term challenges.
HDFC Mutual Fund buys additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health for Rs 130 crore
HDFC Mutual Fund has secured an additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health, which is known for operating Medanta hospitals, from co-founder Sunil Sachdeva for Rs 130 crore. This acquisition builds on a prior purchase made last month. The transaction accounts for a 0.37% stake in the company. In related news, Global Health has reported an impressive 39.7% increase in its fourth-quarter profit after tax, totaling Rs 141.7 crore.
Mcap of 9 most valued firms jumps ₹2.15 trn, Airtel biggest winner
The combined market valuation of nine of the top-10 most valued firms jumped by Rs 2.15 lakh crore last week, with Bharti Airtel emerging as the biggest winner, in line with improving global risk sentiment. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 1,274.95 points, or 1.68 per cent. "Indian equity markets extended their recovery during the week, supported by easing geopolitical concerns, softer crude oil prices, and improving global risk sentiment. Although negotiations remain ongoing and the agreement is yet to be fully implemented, the reduction in geopolitical uncertainty has significantly improved market sentiment," Ponmudi R, CEO - Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said. The market valuation of Bharti Airtel surged by Rs 52,432.67 crore to Rs 11,62,963.30 crore, the most among the top-10 firms. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) added Rs 51,675.23 crore, taking its valuation to Rs 5,56,726.30 crore. The valuation of Bajaj Finance soared by Rs 26,55
Nifty extends winning streak to fifth day; banks, healthcare stocks lead gains
The S&P BSE Sensex advanced 254.36 points or 0.33% to 77,409.98. The Nifty 50 index rose 82.30 points or 0.34% to 24,168. In five sessions, the Sensex jumped 4.85% and Nifty climbed 4.35%.
HDFC MF, ADIA among buyers as Sepia Investments offloads Rs 749 crore in Corona Remedies via block deal
Sepia Investments and Anchor Partners sold shares worth about Rs 777 crore in Corona Remedies through block deals. HDFC Mutual Fund emerged as the largest buyer, while several institutional investors, including Aberdeen entities, ADIA, Invesco and WhiteOak, also accumulated stakes.
Beyond the hype: 5 under-the-radar stocks common across India's 3 largest smallcap portfolios
India's top three smallcap mutual funds, managing over Rs 1.5 lakh crore, show strong consensus by holding five under-the-radar stocks across their portfolios. These include Kalpataru Projects International, KIMS, City Union Bank, PVR Inox, and Carborundum Universal, collectively representing 5.34% of their combined assets.
KIMS launches ₹1,500 crore QIP to repay debt and fund subsidiaries
KIMS has launched a ₹1,500 crore qualified institutions placement (QIP) through a 100% primary share issuance, with the indicative price set at ₹755 per share at up to a 3% discount to the last closing price. The hospital chain plans to use the proceeds to repay debt and fund investments in its subsidiaries, with the issue expected to be priced later this week and listed on the NSE and BSE thereafter.
Why Bajaj Finserv AMC is bullish on banks, NBFCs and the Indian market
Nimesh Chandan, Chief Investment Officer at Bajaj Finserv AMC, said the recent correction has created opportunities in select gold financing companies. However, the fund house remains relatively cautious on jewellery stocks and is more constructive on gold financiers from a long-term perspective.
Ambani-backed robot startup seeks $100 million to take on China
Reliance-backed robotics startup Addverb Technologies is looking to raise over $100 million to fund expansion into humanoid robots, AI and advanced automation. The company, which generates half its revenue overseas, targets a spot among the world's top 10 robotics firms within five years.
PE investor BC Investments sells Rs 612 crore stake in Emcure Pharma; Kotak MF picks up stake
Private equity firm BC Investments IV sold a Rs 612 crore stake in Emcure Pharmaceuticals to Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund at Rs 1,700 per share. Despite this divestment, analysts remain positive on Emcure's growth outlook across its core therapeutic segments.