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India's IPO pipeline in the second half may touch $40 billion as billion-dollar listings line up: JPMorgan
Abhinav Bharti, Managing Director and Head of India ECM at JPMorgan said the Indian market has sufficient depth to absorb multiple large IPOs simultaneously, while global investor interest remains strong for sizeable IPOs across consumer, consumer tech and healthcare sectors.
Medical device maker Zimmer Biomet to hire 500 employees in 3 years for tech centre in India
Medical device giant Zimmer Biomet is set to significantly expand its Indian footprint by hiring 500 professionals over three years for its new Bengaluru technology hub. Focusing on AI, software engineering, and R&D, the company aims to drive innovation in orthopedic implants and surgical devices. This move underscores India's growing importance as a global capability center for healthcare firms.
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.

Thursday’s insider buys and sells: Healthcare and tech in focus By Investing.com - Investing.com India
Thursday’s insider buys and sells: Healthcare and tech in focus By Investing.comInvesting.com India
Manipal Health picks up hospital building in Bengaluru through 30-year lease
Manipal Health Enterprises has secured a large hospital building in Bengaluru's Yelahanka area. The lease spans nearly 30 years, with total rental payments projected at over Rs 816 crore. This move signifies the hospital chain's ongoing expansion across major Indian cities. The transaction underscores the growing trend of healthcare operators prioritizing long-term occupancy in prime urban markets.
Healthcare, engineering and specialty chemicals remain key market themes: Mayuresh Joshi
Mayuresh Joshi, Director Research at Marketsmith India, believes execution will remain key for companies like Suzlon, while healthcare, engineering and select speciality chemical names continue to offer strong growth opportunities. He also sees India-focused engineering and capital goods companies remaining resilient despite global uncertainties. Joshi says investors should stay selective in IT, remains positive on Navin Fluorine, and is closely tracking niche AI-linked opportunities emerging in smaller tech firms.
Engineers India Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Ganesha Ecosphere Ltd, Central Bank of India, Max Healthcare Institute Ltd and GMR Power & Urban Infra Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 22 May 2026.

Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Sanghvi Movers shares surge over 12%; Jubilant Foodworks down 7%
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: ITC, Aurobindo Pharma, LIC, LG Electronics, Ashoka Buildcon, Bikaji Foods, Datamatics, Engineers India, GMM Pfaudler, Happy Forgings, Honasa Consumer, Ixigo, Nykaa, Page Industries, Ramco Cements, Max Healthcare, Prestige Estates, MTNL, Sun TV, Quick Heal, RCF, WeWork, VA Tech Wabag, are among the companies reporting their earnings today. The street will also react to numbers reported by Whirlpool, Apollo Hospitals, Sammaan Capital, JK Lakshmi Cement, Lenskart, Ola Electric and others. Watch this space for all the LIVE earnings updates.
Meta May 20 layoff: As ‘doomsday’ nears, anxious employees stock up on free snacks, charges; apply preemptively
Employees have described the severance package as unexpectedly generous, calling it a “golden parachute” as the tech firm tries to soften the blow with 18 months of healthcare coverage.
Cigniti Tech exits Nifty indices following amalgamation with Coforge
As part of the changes, Cigniti Technologies will be removed from the Nifty Microcap 250 index and replaced by Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India.

Hexaware Tech reiterates revenue, margin guidance for 2026; Stock declines after Q1
Hexaware Tech's healthcare and insurance vertical was the clear standout as it contributed to 22.6% of its revenue. The segment saw growth of 9.8% sequentially and 13.5% from the previous year.
Star Health to launch affordable health insurance plans targeting tier 2, 3 markets
As healthcare expenses soar, Star Health is bracing for premium increases in the next fiscal year. In a proactive move, the insurer is rolling out a series of affordable health insurance options tailored for smaller urban areas. These plans will incorporate a curated list of hospitals to not only streamline costs but also enhance accessibility for policyholders in these communities.