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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.
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.
INR extend gains amid dollar weakness; Local benchmark indices surge in early trades
The Indian rupee extended gains in opening trades on Friday tracing weakness in dollar overseas on expectations that US and Iran will continue peace negotiations despite a recent escalation. However, oil prices stay supported after recent streak of gains that could limit gains in the counter. INR opened at Rs 95.27 per dollar and hit a high of 95.22 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee appreciated by 7 paise to settle at 95.41 against the US dollar. Asian stock markets are trading mostly higher on Friday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street overnight, boosted by the surge in semiconductor and AI stocks. Indian benchmark indices surged early on Friday, with the BSE Sensex climbing 701.73 points (0.91%) to 77,443.55 and the NSE Nifty 50 gaining 200.85 points (0.84%) to trade at 24,162.25.
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.
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.
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.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Q1 net advances rise 15%, total deposits up nearly 12%
Kotak Mahindra Bank reported Q1 business growth: advances up 15.1%, CASA up 10.2%, total deposits up 11.7%. It will acquire Deutsche Bank's India retail, private, wealth businesses for Rs 281.7 crore.
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares up after Deutsche Bank India retail business acquisition, brokerages positive - BusinessLine
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares up after Deutsche Bank India retail business acquisition, brokerages positiveBusinessLine

MFs wary of Sebi plan to allow celeb ads, cite mis-selling, edge for big entities
Sebi's proposal to let mutual fund houses use celebrity endorsements has sparked a debate over investor protection and competition. While supporters say it could bring in more first-time investors, critics fear higher mis-selling risks and a growing advantage for large fund houses.

Kotak Mahindra Bank to acquire Deutsche Bank’s India retail unit - Investing.com
Kotak Mahindra Bank to acquire Deutsche Bank’s India retail unitInvesting.com
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares in focus on deal to buy Deutsche Bank’s retail business for Rs 282 crore
Kotak Mahindra Bank will acquire Deutsche Bank India's retail banking, private banking and wealth management business, adding a sizeable loan book, deposits, assets under management and customers. The deal is expected to strengthen Kotak's affluent banking franchise while supporting Deutsche Bank's strategy to focus on its core businesses.