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India’s biggest equity fund makes contrarian bet on IT stocks
India’s largest actively managed equity fund, PPFAS Flexi Cap, is increasing exposure to beaten-down IT stocks, taking a contrarian view on AI disruption fears. CIO Rajeev Thakkar argues pessimism is overdone, betting on productivity gains and valuation comfort even as the Nifty IT index heads for its worst year since 2008.
RBI MPC: Growth rate could top 7% if oil prices fall further
The MPC members had voted for a status quo in the June policy, citing resilient growth and the need to assess inflation impact while stating that the MPC would closely monitor incoming data. The Reserve Bank of India has projected FY27 growth at 6.6% in the June policy, while the economy expanded at 7.7% in the January-March quarter, exceeding earlier estimates.

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JSW Infrastructure launches Rs 7,500 crore QIP, to fund capex, repay debt
JSW Infrastructure has launched a Rs 7,503 crore QIP to fund expansion projects, reduce debt and pursue strategic acquisitions. The institutional share sale, priced at a discount to the market price, is expected to strengthen the company's balance sheet and support the next phase of growth in ports and logistics.
Govt bonds walk tightrope on steady oil price, shaky US-Iran truce
Traders said Indian debt markets still face rate risks from El Niño's potential impact on inflation and growth and elevated global yields after a hawkish US Federal Reserve commentary

Trust MF CIO sees revival in corporate cycle, stays bullish on mid and smallcaps
Mihir Vora, Chief Investment Officer at Trust Mutual Fund, remains bullish on renewable energy, with a preference for solar, and is betting on transmission and distribution companies as well as commercial clean energy suppliers catering to sectors such as data centres.

Kevin Warsh is no hawk and Fed rate hikes look unlikely: Julius Baer
Mark Matthews, Head of Research Asia at Bank Julius Baer, expects crude oil to fall to $60 per barrel by next year. However, he said strong earnings growth in the US, driven by artificial intelligence investments, continues to attract global capital, limiting the appeal of India for international investors in the near term.
Easing West Asia tensions boost IPO activity, 3 issues to open next week
The primary market is showing signs of revival as improving geopolitical conditions in West Asia have boosted investor sentiment, prompting three mainboard IPO launches next week and paving the way for more public issues in the pipeline. Cordelia Cruises operator Waterways Leisure Tourism, Jaipur-based jewellery manufacturer Advit Jewels, and IT solutions provider CSM Technologies will launch their maiden public issues over the next few days, while packaging solutions provider Knack Packaging is expected to announce its price band. Quick commerce unicorn Zepto is looking to raise over Rs 10,000 crore, and the country's largest fund house, SBI Mutual Fund, plans to launch its Rs 13,000-crore public issue next month, according to people familiar with the development. In June, CMR Green Technologies and Hexagon Nutrition have already launched their IPOs, while the public issue of insurtech unicorn Turtlemint Fintech Solutions is currently underway. Adding to the momentum, the National

Dalmia Bharat Plans To Raise Rs 4,000 Crore; Targets 110-130 MTPA Cement Capacity By FY31
Dalmia Bharat remains optimistic about the cement industry's growth prospects and expects cement demand to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6-7 per cent over the next few years, driven by government-led infrastructure spending, private-sector investments, and rising housing demand amid increasing urbanisation.
IT nightmare on loop, Accenture's 20% fall highlights AI disruption
Indian tech stocks experienced a sharp decline Friday, mirroring a significant drop in global IT giant Accenture due to weaker-than-expected revenue and order forecasts. The Nifty IT index plunged over 6%, with major players like Infosys and TCS seeing substantial losses. Analysts suggest valuations are now attractive but future growth remains uncertain amid AI advancements, advising caution for investors.
Sebi clarifies EPI benefits; Turtlemint Fintech IPO subscribed 45% on Day 1
The market regulator revised commodity margin provisions, cleared SBI Mutual Fund's IPO and oversaw the opening day of Turtlemint Fintech's share sale

SBI Mutual Fund Gets SEBI's Clearance To Launch IPO
The offering will see promoters, SBI and Amundi India Holding, pare their stakes.