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Suzuki Motor arm Next Bharat Ventures launches ₹2,000 crore second impact fund to back rural entrepreneurs
Next Bharat Venture’s second fund will focus on agriculture, financial inclusion, healthcare, and AI for social good among others.
NPCI's Dilip Asbe joins Swift's global supervisory board
Dilip Asbe, CEO of NPCI, has joined Swift's global supervisory board, a significant step for India's payment ambitions. This appointment, pending regulatory approval, grants India a voice in global payment standards, recognizing the success of UPI. Asbe's leadership has been pivotal in developing India's advanced payment systems, positioning the nation as a key influencer in shaping future cross-border financial infrastructure.
NPCI's Dilip Asbe joins Swift's global supervisory board
Dilip Asbe, CEO of NPCI, has joined Swift's global supervisory board, a significant step for India's payment ambitions. This appointment, pending regulatory approval, grants India a voice in global payment standards, recognizing the success of UPI. Asbe's leadership has been pivotal in developing India's advanced payment systems, positioning the nation as a key influencer in shaping future cross-border financial infrastructure.
Stock markets to track crude prices, global trends, TCS earnings this week
Trading sentiment in the stock market this week will depend on crude oil prices, global trends and the start of corporate earnings season with IT bellwether TCS reporting its June-quarter financial results on July 9, analysts said. Besides, the advancement of the southwest monsoon and trading activity of foreign investors would also influence market trading, they added. "Investors will closely monitor the quarterly results of TCS on July 9, with particular focus on management commentary regarding demand trends, discretionary spending, and AI-led business opportunities," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 663.44 points, or 0.86 per cent, and the NSE Nifty increased by 214.85 points, or 0.89 per cent. "Domestically, investor attention will centre on the commencement of the Q1 FY27 earnings season from July 9, with the initial batch of corporate earnings and management commentary expected to provide valuable insights int
Cube Highways Trust plans ₹5,000 crore IPO, eyes broader investor base
Cube Highways Trust is planning to launch its Rs 5,000-crore initial public offering, comprising entirely an offer-for-sale component, this month, as it looks to broaden its investor base and improve liquidity, people familiar with the matter said. The proposed issue is structured entirely as an offer for sale (OFS), according to the draft papers. Cube Highways Trust (Cube InvIT), which owns a portfolio of highway assets across India, had 27 operational assets spanning 8,754 lane kilometres across 12 states and one Union Territory as of March 31, 2026, with an average residual concession life of 18 years. In a message to unitholders in the FY26 annual report, its Chief Executive Officer Vinay C Sekar said the trust's strategy remains focused on disciplined acquisitions, predictable distributions, financial prudence and operational efficiency. About 85 per cent of the portfolio comprises toll road assets that benefit from traffic growth and inflation-linked toll revisions, and the .
FMCG, healthcare in line for strong show in FY27: Brickworks
India's consumer goods and healthcare sectors are poised for robust growth this fiscal year, driven by tax relief, increasing consumer spending, and a booming medical tourism industry. Brickwork Ratings anticipates a significant revenue jump for consumer goods, while healthcare benefits from strong financial health and government initiatives. Most sectors show a stable outlook, with power distribution being the sole exception due to persistent debt issues.
Ferrari's former design house is hanging by a thread—extended by Tech Mahindra
Pininfarina was meant to diversify Tech Mahindra into high-end engineering and design, but a decade after the acquisition, it has become a financial burden.
IT stocks may not have bottomed yet; prefer Coforge, Mphasis: Motilal Oswal Financial
Abhishek Pathak, VP – Institutional Research Analyst, Tech & IT at Motilal Oswal Financial Services, expects Infosys and HCLTech to lower the upper end of their FY27 guidance, remains cautious on KPIT Technologies following its profit warning, and warns that the IT sector could see further valuation cuts. However, he continues to favour selective mid-cap bets such as Coforge, Mphasis and, potentially, Persistent Systems.
HDFC Bank shares down 20% in 2026 so far. Time to buy as the governance cloud clears up?
HDFC Bank shares have plunged 20% this year amid governance concerns, sparked by a former chairman's resignation. The bank has since appointed a new part-time chairman and key financial officers. While leadership is strengthening and operations are improving, analysts advise caution against trying to time the bottom, suggesting other banks might offer better immediate value. The stock's future hinges on the CEO's reappointment and regulatory outcomes.
SBI boosts AI-powered banking with new digital journeys for retail, corporate customers
The announcements span SBI's YONO platform, introducing new customer journeys, AI-driven capabilities and industry-first features that simplify banking, empower businesses and promote financial and sustainability wellness, the bank said in a statement.
Nifty reclaims 24,000 as auto, FMCG stocks drive market rebound
Benchmark indices snapped a two-day losing streak on Wednesday, supported by broad-based buying in auto, FMCG and financial stocks, while IT shares remained under pressure following KPIT Technologies' weak Q1 FY27 outlook. The Nifty reclaimed the 24,000 mark, while broader markets also ended higher. Positive global cues and value buying in beaten-down large-cap stocks lifted overall market sentiment.
BSE 500 stocks: Adani Ports, Marico, Ather, Piramal Finance hit new highs
Adani Enterprises, Aurobindo Pharma, GMR Airports, Gujarat Flurochemicals, Oracle Financial Services and Star Health Insurance from BSE 500 stocks registered 52-week highs on Wednesday.