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Private life insurers outpace LIC as industry new business premium rises 16.6% in Q1
Life insurers saw a 16.6% rise in new business premium during the first quarter. Private sector players grew faster than LIC, driven by regular premium products. Total new business premium collected reached Rs 1.09 lakh crore in the period. Insurers are preparing for upcoming regulatory changes and improving demand. Private companies gained market share while LIC retained its dominant position.
Life insurers report double-digit growth in June; SBI Life, Axis Max, ICICI Pru post strong expansion
Indian life insurance sees healthy growth in June 2026. Private insurers show double-digit expansion, LIC posts robust gains in key premium metrics.yash
Knack Packaging shares list at 11% premium; expert sees further upside
Knack Packaging achieved a strong market debut, listing at a premium. Experts recommend holding the stock for potential further gains. Investors can consider accumulating shares on dips after reviewing performance. The company manufactures printed and laminated woven polypropylene bags for various industries. Knack Packaging exports its products to seventy-one countries globally.
Laser Power & Infra IPO: GMP, price band to financials—10 things investors should know before subscribing
Laser Power & Infra's IPO opens July 9, 2026, aiming to raise ₹742 crore. The price band is set at ₹203-214 per share, with a minimum investment of ₹14,980. Recent financial growth includes 39.84% revenue CAGR, and positive grey market premium indicates strong investor interest.
Knack Packaging gains on market debut
Shares of Knack Packaging were currently trading at Rs 185.40 at 10:20 IST on the BSE, representing a premium of 9.06% as compared with the issue price of Rs 170.
Knack Packaging shares list at 10% premium, beat IPO GMP estimates
Knack Packaging shares listed at ₹188 apiece on the NSE and ₹186 on the BSE, against the IPO issue price of ₹170 per share
General insurers clock 16.7% premium growth
The general insurance sector saw a 16.7% premium income rise in June. Standalone health insurers led this growth with a 31% increase. First quarter collections for FY27 also climbed by 11.1%. Niva Bupa Health Insurance showed strong premium growth of 34% in June. ICICI Lombard General Insurance reported a 13.7% premium increase for the month.
Knack Packaging IPO listing date today. GMP, experts signal share debut at a decent premium in Indian stock market - livemint.com
Knack Packaging IPO listing date today. GMP, experts signal share debut at a decent premium in Indian stock marketlivemint.com
BSE SME Atharva Poly-Plast moulds a strong market debut
Kratikal Tech traded at Rs 72.45 on the BSE, a 20.75% premium to the issue price of Rs 60.
Knack Packaging IPO listing in focus. Here's what GMP signals ahead of debut
Knack Packaging share price will be listed on Wednesday, 8 July, on both exchanges - BSE and NSE. The shares are commanding a strong premium in the grey market.
General insurance premiums rise 14% in June; health insurers clock 31% growth
Niva Bupa Health Insurance outperformed the segment, reporting 35% growth in premium collections, while Star Health and Allied Insurance recorded a 19% increase.
Dalal Street sees 6 SME listings, highest in CY26; check winners, laggards
Shares of Teja Engineering, Kratikal Tech, Atharva Poly-Plast, and Sampark India -listed at a premium to their respective issue prices, while Seemax Resources, and Vinit Mobile debuted at a discount