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Retail SIP boom boosts AMC outlook; Nippon, ICICI Pru lead pack: Siddhartha Khemka
India's asset management sector is transforming with systematic investing driving growth and stability, reducing reliance on volatile discretionary capital. SIP inflows have surged, now forming a significant portion of mutual fund assets, indicating a shift towards predictable, annuity-like revenue streams. This structural change positions the industry for sustained, retail-led expansion.
Why 10 stocks suffered massive Rs 17,000 crore mutual fund selloff in April
Mutual funds aggressively booked profits in April, offloading an estimated Rs 17,000 crore from 10 major stocks like HDFC Bank and Wipro. This strategic sell-off occurred amid concerns over earnings risks, geopolitical uncertainty, and stretched valuations, even as many of these stocks saw significant rallies.
Block deal: JSW Energy sells Rs 3,150 crore JSW Steel stake to GQG, SBI Mutual Fund
JSW Energy has divested a portion of its JSW Steel stake for Rs 3,150 crore to fund its aggressive power generation expansion. The company aims to reach 30 GW capacity by 2030, bolstered by both renewable and thermal power projects. This strategic move enhances capital allocation and supports long-term growth initiatives.

JSW Steel block deal sees GQG, SBI MF as key buyers
GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund emerged as key buyers in a block deal of JSW Steel on May 18, reflecting in the day’s institutional inflow data. The transaction, valued at around ₹3,150 crore, saw JSW Energy offload 2.5 crore shares at ₹1,260 apiece. GQG acquired 1.5 crore shares, while SBI Mutual Fund picked up 1 crore shares, indicating strong institutional appetite for the steel major.

Kotak’s Sanjeev Prasad warns on weak Nifty earnings quality, sees more fuel price hikes
India's oil companies are bleeding ₹24,000 crore a month. Sanjeev Prasad, MD and Co-Head of Kotak Institutional Equities breaks down what rising crude means for the market.

Stocks to buy for short term: From Kotak Mahindra Bank to Ashok Leyland - Jigar Patel of Anand Rathi recommends 3 shares - Mint
Stocks to buy for short term: From Kotak Mahindra Bank to Ashok Leyland - Jigar Patel of Anand Rathi recommends 3 sharesMint

Investors may need to temper return expectations as capital costs rise, warns Kotak Pension Fund CIO
Nilesh Bharkhada says higher capital costs, slowing corporate earnings growth and crude oil above $100 a barrel could pressure valuations and trigger earnings downgrades.

Hybrid Mutual Funds Attract Rs 1.55 Lakh Crore In FY26 On Diversified Investment Appeal
According to data from the AMFI, the number of hybrid fund folios rose to 1.9 crore in March 2026 from 1.56 crore a year earlier, adding 34 lakh investor accounts.
Hybrid MFs attract ₹1.55 trn in FY26 on diversified investment appeal
Hybrid mutual fund schemes attracted inflows of Rs 1.55 lakh crore in 2025-26, a 29 per cent increase over the preceding fiscal year, as investors increasingly turned to diversified investment strategies amid volatile market conditions. The category witnessed strong traction despite heightened geopolitical tensions, including the conflict in West Asia, as investors sought balanced investment solutions that could cushion market volatility. "Hybrid funds saw strong traction in FY26 as investors looked for balanced investment solutions during volatile times. Multi asset allocation funds, in particular, gained popularity due to their ability to deliver relatively stable performance across market cycles," Radhika Gupta, MD and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, told PTI. According to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), the number of hybrid fund folios rose to 1.9 crore in March 2026 from 1.56 crore a year earlier, adding 34 lakh investor accounts. Assets under manageme

Rs 3,000 Mutual Fund SIP Vs PPF: Which Can Build Bigger Wealth In 15 Years?
SIP is a method of investing regularly in mutual funds, usually linked to the stock market. PPF, on the other hand, is a government-backed savings scheme.
Reliance Industries, TCS, HDFC Bank among 10 companies with highest FII selling in Q4. Do you own any?
Foreign institutional investors have sold $53 billion worth of Indian equities since late 2024, with HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Bharti Airtel among stocks witnessing the heaviest FII outflows.
Smaller banks find it harder to hit a home run
Larger banks are dominating the home loan market. Mid-sized private banks are struggling as competition squeezes profits. State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank are expanding their mortgage books. These big lenders use lower funding costs and wider reach. They see home loans as a way to build lasting customer relationships.