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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.
Titan shares in focus on Q1 business update; consumer business grows 41% YoY
Titan Company reported a 41% year-on-year rise in consumer businesses for the June quarter, driven by robust jewellery demand, retail expansion and strong international growth. The Tata Group firm added 77 stores during the quarter, while its jewellery, watches, eyecare and emerging businesses all posted healthy growth.
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares fall over 3% after Q1 update; advances jump 15% to Rs 5.12 lakh crore
Kotak Mahindra Bank's shares dipped over 3% following its Q1 FY27 business update. While net advances saw a healthy 15% year-on-year jump to Rs 5.12 lakh crore, and total deposits grew nearly 12%, a sequential slowdown in deposit growth and a dip in current and savings account deposits may have concerned investors. The bank also recently announced the acquisition of Deutsche Bank's India retail and wealth management business.
OMCs lost Rs 18.9/litre on diesel, ₹6 on petrol in Q1
State-run oil companies faced significant losses in the April-June quarter, losing ₹18.9 per litre on diesel and ₹6 on petrol. This downturn occurred as domestic fuel prices failed to keep pace with rising international rates. Previously, these companies enjoyed healthy profits, but fluctuating global prices and limited domestic revisions have led to volatile retail margins, impacting profitability.
Markets rebound sharply as GST collections stay strong and crude oil eases
On the macro front, Indias gross GST collections rose 13.9% year-on-year to Rs 1.95 lakh crore in June, signalling sustained strength in domestic demand and healthy external trade. However, the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI eased to 54.2 in June from 55.0 in May, indicating a moderation in factory activity, though it remained comfortably in expansion territory. Meanwhile, the rupee weakened against the U.S. dollar during the session.
Tech-Led global selloff, Fed rate fears weigh on Indian equities
Indian stock markets experienced their sharpest single-day drop in nearly a month, mirroring a global tech sell-off. The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex both fell significantly, influenced by a strong US dollar and profit-taking after recent gains. While pharma and healthcare sectors showed resilience, most others, including metals and IT, declined. Market volatility increased, with analysts watching key support levels closely.
ABFRL's Sangeeta Tanwani steps down as Pantaloons CEO
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) said Sangeeta Tanwani has ceased to be whole-time director (WTD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of its Pantaloons business with effect from close of business hours on 31 July 2026.
FSSAI notices to 8 companies over misleading names, claims
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to eight food companies, including Emami Healthy & Tasty, for potentially misleading product names and claims. Companies like Plan B are under scrutiny for "plant-based vegan" marketing without prior approval. FSSAI aims to prevent consumer deception regarding food products.
Life insurers' premium income up 19% in Apr-May
Life insurance premiums surged 19% to ₹62,581 crore in April-May, fueled by strong individual policy sales and improved retail demand post-GST exemption. Both LIC and private players saw healthy gains, with overall policy numbers rising 5%. This growth highlights renewed customer interest in savings and protection products.
7 most valued firms' mcap eroded ₹1.25 trn last week, RIL took biggest hit
The combined market valuation of seven of the top-10 most-valued firms eroded by Rs 1.25 lakh crore last week, with Reliance Industries taking the biggest hit, in-line with a bearish trend in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 532.4 points, or 0.71 per cent, and the NSE Nifty dipped 181.05 points, or 0.76 per cent. "Persistent FII selling remained the key drag on market sentiment despite supportive developments such as cooling crude oil prices and a recovery in the rupee against the US dollar. Concerns regarding the pace of monsoon advancement also weighed on investor confidence," Santosh Meena, Head of Research at Swastika Investmart Ltd, said. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion from their valuation, while HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and State Bank of India were the gainers. The market valuation of ...
Hexagon Nutrition IPO: Issue received healthy response on Day 01, booked 1.65 times; GMP signals solid listing
Hexagon Nutrition IPO saw strong demand on Day 1, with bids for 3.56 crore shares against 2.16 crore shares offered. NII segment subscribed 2.03 times, retail portion 2.43 times. Company raised ₹41.66 crore from anchor investors. IPO price band set at ₹42-45 per share.
Gokaldas Exports says tariff hit to Q4 margins was temporary, order pipeline remains strong
Gokaldas Exports said demand visibility remains healthy with bookings secured till Q2 FY27, while supplier consolidation and easing tariff pressures are helping the company strengthen its position in key export markets.