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IRDAI nod for Allianz Jio Reinsurance and Kiwi General
IRDAI has issued Certificates of Registration to Allianz Jio Reinsurance and Kiwi General Insurance, granting them final approval to begin operations. Allianz Jio Reinsurance is a joint venture between Allianz Group and Jio Financial Services, while Kiwi General Insurance is supported by WestBridge Capital and former Tata AIG chief Neelesh Garg.
FPIs shift from IT to financials, capex sectors amid rising AI fears
Foreign investors are shifting their money in India. They are selling IT stocks and buying into financial services. Capital goods, automobiles, and construction sectors are also seeing increased investment. This rotation is driven by concerns over AI's impact on IT and a positive outlook for other sectors.
Markets in ‘fear phase’, deploy money in autos, banks, capital goods: AlfAccurate’s Rajesh Kothari
The sharp correction in Indian equities triggered by fears of a prolonged war in West Asia should be viewed as a buying opportunity, according to Rajesh Kothari, Managing Director at AlfAccurate Advisors.Benchmark indices declined nearly 3% this week — their steepest weekly fall in over a year — as rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions rattled investor sentiment. Financial stocks led the decline, with the Nifty Bank logging its biggest weekly drop in 14 months.However, Kothari believes the selloff reflects sentiment rather than a deterioration in underlying economic fundamentals.“We are currently in a fearful phase of the market. When others are fearful, that’s usually the time to be greedy,” Kothari told CNBC-TV18, advising investors to deploy money gradually over the next 30–60 days rather than attempting to time the market.He emphasised that the outcome of the West Asia conflict is less important for markets than its duration. While companies with exposure to the Middle East could face short-term uncertainty, the broader domestic growth story remains intact.Against this backdrop, Kothari highlighted four sectors that investors should focus on.Autos remain a key bet, supported by strong demand trends and low inventory levels across the industry. February sales data was robust, and leading automakers have reported healthy growth, signalling sustained momentum.Banking and financials are another preferred sector. Credit growth has improved to around 13% from about 8.5% earlier, while asset quality remains strong. According to Kothari, the sector could become a “strong buy on declines” if crude-driven inflation concerns ease.He also sees opportunities in capital goods, particularly companies reporting strong order inflows as India’s investment cycle picks up.Lastly, hospitals stand out as a defensive play. The sector remains largely insulated from geopolitical risks and technological disruptions such as artificial intelligence.“These are strong India stori
BSE eyes expansion in Bandra Kurla Complex, seeks land from MMRDA
Bombay Stock Exchange is seeking land in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex for expansion. This move follows the National Stock Exchange's recent growth in the area. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority is facilitating this strategic investment. BKC is becoming India's prime financial hub, attracting major institutions and corporations. This expansion will further solidify Mumbai's position as India's financial capital.
Upcoming IPO: Moneyview files draft papers with SEBI to raise ₹1,500 crore via primary market
Moneyview Limited has filed for an IPO with SEBI, aiming to raise ₹1,500 crore. The IPO includes new equity shares and an offer for sale from shareholders. Proceeds will support financial services growth and enhance its subsidiary's capital base.
Billionaire Jain bets on India’s wealth boom to hire, woo assets
Nirmal Jain plans to significantly expand IIFL Capital Services. Assets are set to double and the number of advisors will triple within two years. This growth targets India's rapidly expanding wealthy population. The firm is actively hiring relationship managers to meet this demand. Competition for affluent clients is increasing across the financial sector.
Stocks to Watch for February 26: IRFC, Tata Capital, Lupin, KFin Tech and more
Tata Capital Ltd, IRFC, Lupin, KFin Technologies, Emmvee Photovoltaic Power, and Shaily Engineering Plastics announce key financial and operational updates. Here are few stocks to track ahead of Thursday's trading session.
Overall financial conditions exhibited some tightness from second half of January
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Asian shares are mixed, US futures up as AI fears drag Wall Street lower
Shares were mixed Friday in Asia as worries over risks linked to massive investments in artificial intelligence and a potential US-Iran conflict weighed on major benchmarks. US futures edged higher, while oil prices resumed their ascent. Crude prices have been climbing as both the United States and Iran signal they are prepared for war if talks on Tehran's nuclear programme fizzle out. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 fell 1.2 per cent to 56,797.22 as shares in major banks and other financial institutions skidded on worries over the potential impact of weakening private credit companies that have lent to companies exposed to the risk that AI will steal away their businesses. That includes market heavyweights like Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, which has a partnership with Blue Owl Capital, one such private-credit company. MUFJ's shares dropped 2.6 per cent in Tokyo after Blue Owl lost 5.9 per cent on Thursday. Toyota Motor Corp. fell 3.9 per cent and Sony was down 3.3 per cent. In Hong Kong, t
Why global capital is looking at India differently this year
India's economic resilience, fueled by digital infrastructure and evolving regulations, is attracting global capital. The latest budget reinforces this, with initiatives like GIFT City offering fiscal clarity and regulatory certainty. This focus on long-term institutional choices and data integrity signals India's readiness for global financial integration, moving beyond 'emerging market' status.
US Market | Credit Concerns Mount: Blue Owl shake-up weighs on US financial stocks
Blue Owl Capital’s $1.4 billion asset sale and halted fund redemptions rattled US financial stocks, highlighting mounting private credit stress. Investors are cautious over software-linked loans, liquidity, and valuations, underscoring how vulnerabilities in private markets can quickly ripple into public equities, particularly in financials and technology sectors..
Bajaj Finserv all set to launch $1-billion alts investment platform
Bajaj Finserv's alternative investment arm plans to raise up to $1 billion across private equity, liquid alternatives, listed equity, and real estate. The platform aims to expand beyond traditional financial services, with capital deployment expected to begin next fiscal year. The firm is building a 40-member team and seeks to deliver consistent outperformance in its strategies.