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LIC likely to announce its first-ever bonus issue tomorrow: Check key things to know

Life Insurance Corporation of India is expected to announce its first-ever bonus share issue after its April 13 board meeting. The move may enhance liquidity and investor participation, supported by strong financials, steady growth, and consistent dividend payouts since its 2022 listing.

Exclusive: Life insurers see uneven growth as some lag, others outperform in FY26

Life insurers reported mixed retail APE trends for FY26, with industry growth at around 12%, according to CNBC-TV18 sources. While HDFC Life and ICICI Prudential missed guidance, Axis Max Life and SBI Life met or exceeded expectations.

Nippon India, ICICI Pru lead MF growth charts as industry expands in FY26

Nippon India MF and ICICI Prudential MF lead AUM growth as industry expands over 20% for the third straight year despite equity market volatility

General insurance March data: ICICI Lombard grows 21% vs industry 8%

ICICI Lombard leads with 21% March premium growth versus industry 8%, Niva Bupa outperforms health peers, overall general insurance expansion stays moderate.

ICICI Prudential AMC shares get another bullish call; check CLSA's price target

CLSA expects ICICI Prudential AMC to deliver AUM growth of about 18% CAGR between FY26 and FY28, along with profit after tax growth of around 16%.

Stocks To Buy: HSBC bets on this asset manager on strong AUM growth prospects

According to HSBC, ICICI Prudential AMC is set to outperform peers on key operating and financial metrics over the medium term. It is also well-positioned to manage yield pressure while benefiting from positive operating leverage.

Where are the Indian markets headed? Here's a bull case Vs bear case scenario

Brokerages remain divided on India’s market outlook amid global uncertainties. Jefferies, ICICI Prudential AMC and 3P Investment Managers are positive on India, driven by improved valuations, limited earnings downside and supportive domestic flows. They highlight attractive Nifty valuations, favourable allocation signals and recent market correction as key reasons to increase exposure, with a preference for sectors like banks and pharma and a gradual approach to adding equities. On the other hand, Nomura, Goldman Sachs and UBS remain cautious, citing rising oil prices, weak foreign flows and global risks that could weigh on growth and market returns in the near term.

Coal India's arm CMPDIL raises ₹470 cr via anchor investors ahead of IPO

Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDIL), an arm of state-owned Coal India, on Wednesday said it has mobilised Rs 470 crore from anchor investors, ahead of its initial share-sale opening for public subscription. Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), Nippon India Mutual Fund (MF), Edelweiss MF, ICICI Prudential MF, Baring Private Equity India Fund, General Insurance Corporation of India and Edelweiss Life Insurance Corporation are among the anchor investors, according to a circular uploaded on BSE's website. Also, Societe Generale, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas Financial Markets participated in the anchor round. As per the circular, the state-owned firm allotted 2.73 crore equity shares to 22 funds at Rs 172 per piece, aggregating the transaction size to Rs 469.74 crore. Of these funds, LIC has been allocated shares to the tune of Rs 105 crore. CMPDIL's Rs 1,842-crore initial public offering (IPO) will open for subscription on March 20 and conclude on March 24. T

'Consistent Compounder' insurance stock can rise another 24%, Motilal Oswal says

SBI Life has been a consistent compounder, with annualised premium equivalent growth at a compound annual growth rate of 15% between FY20 and FY25, compared to 6% for the overall industry.

HDFC Life Insurance Company Share Price Live Updates: Announcement under Regulation 30 (LODR)-Allotment of ESOP / ESPS

Too early to call market bottom; prefer gradual investing via SIPs and funds: Anand Shah

Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC, which manages funds worth ₹28,318 crore as of February 28, 2026, advises investors to avoid deploying cash aggressively as markets may not have bottomed yet. He recommends gradual allocation through SIPs or staggered investments, using a mix of ETFs and mutual funds rather than direct stock picking. Amid inflation, rising energy prices, and global shifts, Shah prefers value over growth and asset-heavy businesses. Commodity producers may benefit, while consumers like autos could face pressure.

IDBI Bank shares fall 15% after sources say disinvestment move may not proceed

The Centre currently holds a 45.48% stake in IDBI Bank, while Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) owns another 49.24%.