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Expert view: See compelling opportunities in financials, energy, metals, says Sandeep Neema of PL Asset Management - livemint.com
Expert view: See compelling opportunities in financials, energy, metals, says Sandeep Neema of PL Asset Managementlivemint.com
Bajaj Finance shares gain 2% after Q1 business update; AUM rises to Rs 5.46 lakh crore
Bajaj Finance shares rose after the company reported strong Q1 FY27 business growth, driven by higher assets under management, customer additions and loan bookings. The NBFC also continued its steady expansion in deposits, while stable asset quality and healthy profitability reinforced confidence in its long-term growth trajectory.
Edelweiss AMC crosses ₹1 trn milestone in equity assets under management
The asset manager attributed the milestone to consistent fund performance, wider distribution and sustained retail participation through systematic investment plans across market cycles
Niket Shah Quits As Motilal Oswal Principal Investments MD, Plans Own Asset Management Venture
Niket Shah announced the decision in a LinkedIn post
Management churn in banks: Business as usual, or should you be worried?
Kotak Institutional Equities said that the recent management changes at HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and Bandhan Bank appear to be driven by individual career considerations rather than bank-specific concerns
HDFC Securities sees limited impact from RBI's new prop trading rules, expects firms to adapt
Abizer Diwanji, founder of NeoStrat Advisors LLP, pushed back on the idea that the RBI is targeting capital markets directly, noting that market regulation is SEBI's — the Securities and Exchange Board of India's — job, not the RBI's. Instead, he said, the central bank's goal is to prevent bank funding from inflating asset prices in ways that create systemic risk.
Axis MF unveils digital solution to unlock ₹25 trillion MSME opportunity
Asset manager launches Axis Account Plus, a digital treasury management solution that enables MSMEs to invest surplus working capital seamlessly in liquid and mutual fund schemes
Motilal Oswal's top 4 banking picks ahead of Q1 earnings season. Do you own any?
Motilal Oswal has identified its top banking picks ahead of the Q1 earnings season, anticipating strong MSME credit demand. HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are highlighted for their robust asset quality and profitable growth. State Bank of India leads the PSU pack with aggressive pricing and housing loan strength, while AU Small Finance Bank is favored for its retail segment performance.
Former finance services secy Rajiv Kumar named HDFC Bank part-time chairman
Kumar (66), a seasoned public policy leader and financial sector reformer, is widely credited with playing a key role in revitalising India's banking and financial system during a period of significant stress between 2017 and 2020. During his tenure, he strengthened governance, risk management and regulatory oversight across banks by institutionalising specialised monitoring of large exposures and introducing technology-driven risk assessment systems.
Former finance services secy Rajiv Kumar named HDFC Bank part-time chairman
Kumar (66), a seasoned public policy leader and financial sector reformer, is widely credited with playing a key role in revitalising India's banking and financial system during a period of significant stress between 2017 and 2020. During his tenure, he strengthened governance, risk management and regulatory oversight across banks by institutionalising specialised monitoring of large exposures and introducing technology-driven risk assessment systems.
Expert view: See compelling setup for Indian stocks to outperform, says Bajaj Finserv Asset Management's head of equity - Mint
Expert view: See compelling setup for Indian stocks to outperform, says Bajaj Finserv Asset Management's head of equityMint
HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank remain top bets as valuations stay attractive, says Kotak
Kotak Institutional Equities supports leading private banks like HDFC and ICICI, believing they will benefit from improved loan yields and lower funding costs. They remain cautious on loan demand but expect strong asset quality and less pressure on corporate balance sheets.