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Bond market at a turning point! Axis Mutual Fund says bond investors should buy, not panic
Axis MF cautions that aggressive rate hikes won't address INR depreciation and may harm India's growth. They recommend a neutral-to-slightly long duration stance over three months, adjusting based on RBI policy and crude prices, while advising gradual exposure to fixed-income assets.
ICICI Bank, AU Small Finance Bank top picks as banking sector gears up for earnings revival
India's banking sector is poised for a strong earnings rebound. Profit growth is set to recover significantly over the next two years. Private lenders are expected to lead this growth. Deposit competition presents a near-term challenge. Asset quality risks appear manageable. The sector is transitioning to a differentiated growth narrative.
PB Fintech sees Rs 665 crore block deal as founders pare stake; Goldman among other top funds buy
PB Fintech founders Yashish Dahiya and Alok Bansal sold 38 lakh shares worth Rs 665 crore in a block deal. The shares were purchased by various institutional investors, including Goldman Sachs and Tata Mutual Fund, following the company's recent performance.
PPFAS to HSBC, Kotak: 62% equity mutual funds outperform Nifty 50 in brutal Q4 selloff - Check top performers - Mint
PPFAS to HSBC, Kotak: 62% equity mutual funds outperform Nifty 50 in brutal Q4 selloff - Check top performersMint
Don’t bet against the Indian rupee now! DSP Mutual Fund says the currency is undervalued - 5 reasons why
The Indian rupee's decline has raised concerns among investors. However, DSP Mutual Fund suggests that the rupee is undervalued, citing strong macroeconomic indicators that favor Indian assets.
Development Bank of Japan makes maiden realty investment in India with HDFC Capital
Development Bank of Japan has invested in HDFC Capital's H-DREAM Fund, marking its first real estate venture in India. The fund focuses on affordable housing and has raised over $350 million towards a $500 million target. The development shows growing Japanese interest in India's real estate.
IDFC First Bank receives Rs 514.82 crore insurance payout on microfinance defaults, expects full provision write-back
IDFC First Bank has successfully secured a substantial allocation of over Rs 500 crore from the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units. This funding is targeted at eligible microfinance loans and is expected to enhance the bank's financial performance by allowing it to reverse previously set aside provisions for defaults.
IDFC First Bank receives Rs 514.82 crore insurance payout on microfinance defaults, expects full provision write-back
IDFC First Bank has successfully secured a substantial allocation of over Rs 500 crore from the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units. This funding is targeted at eligible microfinance loans and is expected to enhance the bank's financial performance by allowing it to reverse previously set aside provisions for defaults.
SEBI seeks tighter oversight of use of equity funds raised, document shows
SEBI drafts rules to tighten oversight of IPO fund use, boosting powers of monitoring agencies, adding penalties, lowering monitoring threshold to 500 million rupees to protect investors.
Monetise idle household gold, ease compliance burden to build Viksit Bharat: Kotak MF's Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mutual Fund suggests India must unlock its vast household gold reserves. He also calls for easing business regulations. These steps are crucial for India's development. He highlighted significant gold imports and the potential of gold financing. Entrepreneurs are driving innovation despite challenges. Support for businesses is vital for global competition.
RBI should start rate hike cycle as inflation risks rise, says Bandhan MF’s Suyash Choudhary
Average inflation forecasts are likely to move higher, and the RBI should begin the rate hike cycle to maintain its credibility as an inflation-focused central bank, according to Suyash Choudhary, CIO-Fixed Income at Bandhan Mutual Fund. However, he believes rate hikes alone may not immediately solve the problem. He said the RBI must avoid mixed messaging to prevent market uncertainty and added that a favourable mix of global factors — including lower oil prices, better foreign inflows, and a weaker dollar — could help improve the situation.
Diamonds in the dust? Retail investors unleash Rs 17,500 crore on 8 battered bluechip stocks
Retail investors pumped an estimated Rs 17,539 crore into eight battered Nifty bluechip stocks during the March 2026 quarter, betting aggressively on market leaders despite steep declines in portfolio values. HDFC Bank, ITC, Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Reliance Industries and L&T emerged as top retail picks even as their shares fell sharply.