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Edelweiss AMC crosses ₹1 trn milestone in equity assets under management
The asset manager attributed the milestone to consistent fund performance, wider distribution and sustained retail participation through systematic investment plans across market cycles
Zerodha eyes foray into investment banking
India's leading retail broker, Zerodha, is making a significant move into investment banking. The company has applied to Sebi for a merchant banking license through its arm, Zerodha Corporate Advisors. This strategic expansion comes as the equity capital markets show strong potential, with experts noting ample room for new players possessing robust distribution and investor networks.
Zerodha eyes foray into investment banking
India's leading retail broker, Zerodha, is making a significant move into investment banking. The company has applied to Sebi for a merchant banking license through its arm, Zerodha Corporate Advisors. This strategic expansion comes as the equity capital markets show strong potential, with experts noting ample room for new players possessing robust distribution and investor networks.
Waka Waka! Indian consumer giants seek to roar louder in Africa
Indian consumer firms are significantly boosting investments in Africa, shifting from market entry to large-scale operations. Driven by a young population and underpenetrated markets, beverages, hair care, and personal care sectors are showing robust growth. Companies, such as GCPL, VBL, Dabur India and Marico are prioritizing local manufacturing and distribution, viewing Africa as a crucial long-term growth engine despite currency volatility and retail fragmentation.
Knack Packaging IPO: Price band set at ₹161-170 per share; check key dates, issue details
Knack Packaging's IPO ranges from ₹161 to ₹170, open for subscription from July 1-3. The lot size is 88 shares, with a distribution among QIBs, NIIs, and retail investors. Listing on BSE and NSE anticipated on July 8.
ICICI Lombard: AI Integration Lifts Growth Outlook — Buy, Sell or Hold? Read Motilal Oswal's Analysis
Leadership in motor insurance, accelerating momentum in retail health, expanding distribution capabilities, growing AI integration and a strong balance sheet remains ICICI Lombard's key growth drivers.
Liberty Mutual Insurance raises stake in Indian arm to 74 pc
Liberty Mutual Insurance has increased its stake in Liberty General Insurance to 74%, strengthening its commitment to India’s fast-growing insurance market. Following an earlier stake hike in September 2025, the company plans to expand distribution networks and deepen its presence across retail and commercial insurance segments, while capitalising on rising insurance penetration opportunities in India.
NTPC signs pact with Octopus Energy to expand global energy play
As per an exchange filing, the agreement establishes a non-binding framework for cooperation aimed at identifying, assessing and pursuing opportunities in electricity distribution and retail, renewable energy and storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, digital energy platforms, innovation, research and development, and capacity building.