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Paytm block deal: SocGen, Ghisallo, Viridian among biggest buyers in Rs 964 crore stake sale
Paytm's parent company, One 97 Communications, saw Rs 964 crore in block deals on Friday. Major institutional investors like Societe Generale and Nippon India Mutual Fund bought shares. Existing shareholders such as SAIF Partners reduced their holdings. This activity occurred as Paytm shares experienced a decline. The stock has shown a recovery over the past year.
EisnerAmper India elevates Karthick Venkatakrishnan as managing director
EisnerAmper India has appointed Karthick Venkatakrishnan as managing director to spearhead growth and sales strategy across India and the APAC region. In his new role, Venkatakrishnan will focus on expanding the firm's brand presence in advisory, tax, and fund administration services, identifying new opportunities and showcasing its unique capabilities to clients throughout the area.

Adani Energy sees ₹644 cr block deal; Birla MF takes 0.4% stake from Qatar Holding
Qatar Holding sold 0.4 percent in Adani Energy Solutions to Birla Mutual Fund for 644 crore, Adani Energy profit rose 5.7 percent, FY26 EBITDA and income hit record highs
SBI Mutual Fund stake in Bandhan Bank crosses 5 pc
SBI Mutual Fund has increased its holding in Bandhan Bank. The fund now owns over 5 percent of the bank's paid-up share capital. This stake was finalized on May 20, 2026. SBI Mutual Fund acquired additional shares from the open market on that day. Bandhan Bank's shares saw a slight increase in trading on Friday.
11 MF-backed microcap stocks rallied up to 515% in a year; 7 turned multibaggers
Despite the Nifty Microcap 250 index remaining largely flat over the past year, several microcap stocks delivered extraordinary gains. ET Markets identified 11 microcap companies held by over 20 mutual fund schemes as of April 2026, of which seven turned multibaggers, reflecting strong institutional conviction and sharp wealth creation in select pockets of the market.​
SBI Mutual Fund raises stake in Bandhan Bank. Check details - Mint
SBI Mutual Fund raises stake in Bandhan Bank. Check detailsMint

ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund raises stake in PI Industries over 7%. Details here
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund increased its stake in PI Industries to 7.16% from 5.12% by acquiring 4.38 lakh shares on May 20, 2026. The fund has now purchased over 30.9 lakh shares since October 2025, showing strong institutional confidence.

Dipan Mehta prefers Yatra over Ixigo, sees opportunity in new-age consumer stocks
Dipan Mehta, Director of Elixir Equities sees online travel platform Yatra as a better bet than Ixigo due to reasonable valuations and strong growth in corporate travel. He expects AI-led changes to create clear winners and losers in the IT services sector over the next few quarters. In FMCG, Mehta prefers new-age consumer brands like Nykaa and Honasa Consumer, citing faster growth and stronger positioning than traditional players. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.

Mint Explainer: Are Sebi's third-party mutual fund payments a risk or convenience?
Sebi has recommended third-party transactions for mutual fund investments in certain scenarios in a consultation paper issued on Wednesday.
Adani turning back the clock: How two group stocks created Rs 1.3 lakh crore wealth in a lopsided Nifty year
Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports have generated over Rs 1.3 lakh crore in investor wealth this year. These two Adani Group stocks have significantly outperformed the Nifty index. This surge is driven by strong operational performance and renewed investor confidence. Adani Ports shows robust cargo growth and expansion. Adani Enterprises benefits from growth in airports and new industries.
Over 15 MF schemes cut exposure to these 10 stocks in April ’26. Do you own any?
Over 15 mutual fund schemes trimmed stakes in 10 major stocks in April 2026, signalling growing caution as market volatility and geopolitical risks rise.

Can silver ETFs face supply issues after India’s import restrictions? What should investors do
India's bullion market faces challenges as import duties on gold and silver rise to 15%. The move aims to curb imports and stabilize the rupee amidst global uncertainties. Concerns emerge over silver ETF supply due to new import restrictions, potentially leading to higher domestic premiums.