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Advent gets CCI nod to pick up 14.3% stake in Aditya Birla Housing Finance
The Competition Commission of India has approved Advent International's proposal to acquire a 14.3% stake in Aditya Birla Housing Finance. This move involves a significant capital infusion into the housing finance subsidiary. The CCI also cleared other acquisitions, including Citrus Investment LLC's increased shareholding in Hitachi Construction Machinery and Indus Infra Trust's acquisition of KNR SPVs.
Birla Estates garners sales of Rs 1,600 cr from Birla Arika Phase 2 project
Birla Estates, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aditya Birla Real Estate (ABREL), has achieved bookings exceeding Rs 1,600 crore for its luxury project, Birla Arika Phase 2 in Sector 31, Gurugram. Nearly 97% of the residences-152 of 156 units-were sold within a month of launch, underlining strong buyer confidence in the brand's luxury developments in Gurugram.
Helios MF’s Dinshaw Irani says India looks oversold, stays cautious on IT stocks
Helios Mutual Fund CEO Dinshaw Irani said the fund has been actively deploying cash as Indian equities appear oversold after recent underperformance. He noted that consumption trends remain resilient for now, though prolonged global uncertainty could weigh on demand over the next few quarters. Irani remains cautious on the IT sector, warning that AI-led disruption, weaker growth expectations and margin pressures could keep valuations under strain despite recent corrections. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Right policies can help bring idle household gold into the market
Indians hold significant idle gold. Unlocking this gold could ease economic pressure by reducing reliance on imports. A two-year-old brand, Indriya Aditya Birla Jewellery, sees increased gold exchange contributing to sales. The company focuses on design and quality, catering to women of all ages. Indriya also plans to expand its natural diamond business, seeing growth potential in the Indian market.
Vinit Sambre positive on insurance, private banks; favors IT firms on skilling and capital disciplin
Vinit Sambre, Head of Equities, DSP Mutual Fund, which manages funds worth $24.30 billion for the period of October-December 2025, said recent market volatility has brought valuations to more reasonable levels, with macro indicators like credit growth and auto sales still improving. He expects growth to recover after near-term disruptions and sees opportunities emerging in IT and BFSI. While uncertainty remains due to global risks, he suggests gradual equity allocation, maintaining a balanced approach with diversified funds and selective deployment as clarity improves.
SBI MF buys 4% in Urban Company via bulk deals; Wellington, others pare stake
SBI Mutual Fund acquired a 4% stake in Urban Company for ₹632 crore through bulk deals, while existing investors including Wellington and DF International Partners pared holdings in the company.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Dalal Street rises for 2nd day; Sensex gains 568 pts, Nifty ends close to 23,600
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The markets appear to have overcome the qualms, as the Nifty is trading with a rise of around 150 points and now above 23,500. The Nifty Bank index is down about 200 points, falling towards the 54,000 mark. Tata Steel, Eternal and M&M are among the biggest gainers.
Cement capacity race with Birla group may ease as Adani shifts focus to margins
The rivalry between the Adani Group and the Aditya Birla Group’s UltraTech Cement Ltd has resulted in rapid manufacturing capacity expansion. In the last three-and-a-half years, the two conglomerates have added nearly 120 mtpa of cement manufacturing capacity between them.
Hindalco halts production of extruded aluminium products due to Iran war
The Aditya Birla Group-owned metals producer declared force majeure to all of its extruded aluminium customers on March 11, the notice showed.
Too early to see shift from equities to FDs: Federal Bank CEO KVS Manian
Speaking to CNBC-TV18 on the sidelines of the 21st India Business Leader Awards, KVS Manian, MD and CEO of Federal Bank, said it is too early to see investors moving money from equities back to fixed deposits. A Balasubramanian, MD and CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, added that mutual fund investors continue to see healthy three- and five-year returns, helping keep inflows steady despite recent market volatility.
Stock Market Highlights: Rs 9.5 Lakh Crore Investor Wealth Wiped Out As Oil Shock Rattles Markets - NDTV
Stock Market Highlights: Rs 9.5 Lakh Crore Investor Wealth Wiped Out As Oil Shock Rattles MarketsNDTVSensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex plunges 1,470 pts, Nifty below 23,200; Tata Ste...The Economic TimesIndia's equity benchmarks confirm correction on Iran war, crude prices; technicals weakenReutersStock market crash today (March 12, 2026): Nifty50 ends below 23,650; BSE Sensex down over 800 points onThe Times of IndiaSensex, Nifty opening: Will stock market rise or fall today?India TodayIran war drags down everything, everywhere all at once for India Inc.—from Sensex to Nifty 50 and Rupee | Business NewsHindustan TimesIndian stock market: 10 things that changed overnight - Gift Nifty, US-Iran war, oil prices to global markets sell-offMintStock Market Highlights: Dalal Street bleeds as Sensex sinks 1,380 pts; Nifty below 23,150CNBC TV18Stock Market Closing: Sensex Tanks 1,340 Points, Nifty Below 23,900 On Oil Supply Fear Amid US-Iran WarNews18
Nifty IT hurtles toward historic 8-week bloodbath: AI death knell or ultimate bear trap?
Indian IT stocks are experiencing an unprecedented losing streak. This has wiped out significant market value and ignited a debate about artificial intelligence's future impact. Some investors see a major buying opportunity amid the sell-off. Foreign investors have exited, but one large mutual fund is aggressively buying. Analysts are divided on the sector's outlook.