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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.
Stocks in news: TCS, Groww, Shriram Finance, Dixon Tech, Anand Rathi Wealth
Indian markets saw a rebound on Thursday, recovering from Wednesday's sharp sell-off. TCS reported a 5% year-on-year profit growth, and Groww affirmed its direct mutual fund strategy. Shriram Finance is raising funds to reduce borrowing costs after a rating upgrade. Maruti Suzuki plans to add service points, and Dixon Tech will expand smartphone manufacturing. Premier Energies commissioned a solar module facility, and Anand Rathi Wealth saw profit rise.

Groww says direct mutual funds remain core offering amid confusion over MF Prime
The investment platform clarified that its new MF Prime service is an optional offering for investors seeking research-backed guidance and does not replace its zero-commission direct mutual fund platform.
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.
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.

China gold ETF overtakes CSI 300 fund as investors move away from equities
State-backed purchases of stock ETFs have eased in China, while demand for gold, fixed-income and cash-management funds has reshaped the country's ETF rankings.
Analysts back buy-on-dips strategy as Nifty targets 24,450–24,800
Indian stock market analysts are optimistic, anticipating the Nifty to continue its upward trend. They suggest buying on dips around the 24,000-24,150 mark, with potential upside targets reaching 24,800. Several stocks, including Container Corporation of India, IndusInd Bank, Biocon, HDFC Asset Management Company, Shriram Finance, and Piramal Pharma, are highlighted as strong buy recommendations with specific price targets and stop-losses.

RBI Imposes Rs 66.7 Lakh Penalty On Bank Of Baroda, GIC Housing Finance
The RBI found that the public sector lender had collected interest higher than the contracted rate of interest in certain loan accounts.
RBI imposes Rs 66.7 lakh penalty on Bank of Baroda, GIC Housing Finance
The Reserve Bank of India has levied significant penalties on Bank of Baroda and GIC Housing Finance for regulatory breaches. Bank of Baroda faces a Rs 63.6 lakh fine for charging excess interest and delayed KYC record uploads. GIC Housing Finance has been fined Rs 3.1 lakh for failing to conduct timely risk reviews of accounts. These actions highlight the RBI's commitment to enforcing fair lending and customer identification practices.

ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund crosses 5% stake in Container Corporation of India - scanx.trade
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund crosses 5% stake in Container Corporation of Indiascanx.trade

SEBI mulls extending net fund settlement framework to mutual funds
SEBI is considering allowing mutual funds to settle their stock market transactions on a net basis, a move that could improve cash management and reduce the need for short-term borrowing. The proposal comes after the regulator introduced a similar system for foreign portfolio investors.
Bank of Baroda settles NMC Health dispute for $600 million; Q1 credit grows 17%
Bank of Baroda has settled a significant legal dispute with NMC Health entities for USD 600 million, resolving claims under UAE and UK regulations. The bank's Abu Dhabi branch facilitated the payment, concluding proceedings without admitting liability. In other news, BoB reported robust financial performance, with credit growth reaching 17% and total deposits rising 14% in the first quarter of FY27.