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Kotak Mahindra Bank to pursue acquisitions alongside organic growth
Kotak Mahindra Bank plans to pursue acquisitions and organic growth. The bank recently acquired Deutsche Bank's retail portfolio in India. This move aims to enhance scale and customer reach for the bank. Kotak Mahindra Bank will also tap into India's economic expansion opportunities. A strong balance sheet and leadership talent support future growth strategies.
Kotak Mahindra Bank to pursue acquisitions alongside organic growth
Kotak Mahindra Bank plans to pursue acquisitions and organic growth. The bank recently acquired Deutsche Bank's retail portfolio in India. This move aims to enhance scale and customer reach for the bank. Kotak Mahindra Bank will also tap into India's economic expansion opportunities. A strong balance sheet and leadership talent support future growth strategies.
TCS' next growth phase hinges on AI investments, not just deal momentum
Tata Consultancy Services reported flat dollar revenue and margin contraction in the June quarter. AI revenue shows growth but remains a small part of total earnings. The company paid significant dividends, impacting its ability to invest internally. Sustained order flow and stable attrition offer some long-term hope. TCS needs to balance investor returns with future technology investments.
Demat account additions pick up on D-Street rebound
India added over 2.5 million demat accounts in June, the highest since February. This growth occurred as key market indices Nifty 50 and Sensex advanced significantly. Improved market sentiment followed the easing of geopolitical concerns and potential IPO announcements. Broader market participation and digital onboarding are attracting new retail investors. Future demat account growth will depend on Indian market performance and investor confidence.
Retail leasing jumps 18% YoY in Q2 despite supply crunch: Cushman & Wakefield
India's retail real estate market is booming, with leasing up significantly quarter-on-quarter and year-on-year. Despite limited new mall supply, retailers are actively leasing space, especially in organized formats and established high streets. This strong demand is leading to tighter vacancies and rising rentals, with fashion and F&B sectors showing particular strength. Future supply additions are expected to ease constraints.
Escorts Kubota tractor sales up 19.1% at 13,695 units in June
Escorts Kubota reported a 19.1% surge in total tractor sales for June 2026, reaching 13,695 units compared to the previous year. Domestic sales climbed 19.8%, while exports saw a 4.4% increase. Despite a delayed monsoon impacting Kharif sowing, improved wholesale and retail performance fueled this growth. The company remains watchful of monsoon progress and El Nino's effects on rural sentiment and future growth.
Stocks to buy below ₹100: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell
Next week, Bank Nifty's trading range is set between 57,000 and 59,000, with breakouts suggesting future trends. Analyst Mehul Kothari advises buying Trident, UCO Bank, and MMTC under ₹100, as the Indian market remains strong amid mixed signals and easing crude oil prices.
US Dollar Index firmly perched above the crucial 101 level; Euro, Pound tumble sharply against greenback
The dollar index scales above 101 mark for the first time in more than a year amid growing indications of a Federal rate hike in the near future. The Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting is seen bolstering gains the U.S. dollar. However, the yield on the US 10-year Treasury note fell to 4.48% on Tuesday as markets reacted to signs that a USIran deal could move closer to a lasting agreement. The dollar index hovered around 101.24 this morning, trading at its highest level in more than a year as expectations for Federal Reserve rate hikes this year remained strong. An unexpectedly hawkish Fed meeting chaired by Kevin Warsh last week boosted expectations for a year-end interest rate hike. Markets are also looking ahead to this weeks PCE inflation report, the Feds preferred inflation gauge, for additional clues on the outlook for monetary policy. Among basket currencies, British pound weakened against a firmer US dollar and tumbled under $1.32 mark as investors balanced .
INR stays hammered as dollar stands tall on hawkish Fed
The Indian rupee continues to stay pressured against the dollar in opening trades on Wednesday, tracking firm dollar overseas. Mildly positive start to local equities and easing oil prices are unable to support rupee that is hammered by gains in DXY on the back of a hawkish dollar overseas. INR opened at Rs 94.88 per dollar and hit a low of 94.93 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at 94.76. The dollar index scales above 101 mark for the first time in more than a year amid growing indications of a Federal rate hike in the near future. The Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting is seen bolstering gains the U.S. dollar. The upcoming PCE inflation report, the Feds preferred gauge, will be closely watched this week for further clarity.
Dollar index scales above crucial 101 mark
The dollar index scales above 101 mark for the first time in more than a year on Tuesday amid growing indications of a Federal rate hike in the near future. The Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting is seen bolstering gains the U.S. dollar. However, the yield on the US 10-year Treasury note fell to 4.48% on Tuesday as markets reacted to signs that a USIran deal could move closer to a lasting agreement. The upcoming PCE inflation report, the Feds preferred gauge, will be closely watched this week for further clarity. The dollar index that measures the greenback against a basket of currencies is quoting at 101.09. Among basket currencies, British pound weakened against a firmer US dollar but remained comfortably above $1.32 as investors balanced easing political uncertainty with weaker UK economic data. However, euro slumped to a one-year low. The Swiss franc weakened to near 0.81 per US dollar, falling near its weakest level since November 2025 amid a stronger U.S. ...
VinFast India partners Shriram Finance for vehicle finance
VinFast India has joined hands with Shriram Finance Ltd to boost electric vehicle adoption through accessible retail finance. This collaboration offers customers up to 100% on-road funding, competitive interest rates, and flexible repayment plans. Leveraging Shriram Finance's wide network, the partnership aims to simplify EV ownership and accelerate its uptake across India, supporting a greener mobility future.
SBI's improving performance warrants better valuation, chairman Setty says: Report
State Bank of India's chairman believes the bank is undervalued, citing improvements in financial strength, customer base, and earnings. He highlighted the success of the Yono digital platform, strengthened capital position, and the significant growth in value from its subsidiaries. SBI is also focusing on technology adoption, including AI, and sees opportunities in power, MSME, and retail lending, positioning itself for future growth despite evolving funding landscapes.