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Axis Bank allots 3.26 lakh equity shares under ESOP
The paid-up share capital of the Bank has accordingly increased from Rs. 6,219,209,828 (3,109,604,914 equity shares of Rs. 2/- each) to Rs. 6,219,862,386 (3,109,931,193 equity shares of Rs. 2/- each).
Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty below 23,900 as US-Iran tensions simmer
Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday. Sensex and Nifty saw minor declines. Investors are watching US strikes on Iran and their effect on peace deal hopes. Broader markets are performing better. India VIX, a volatility measure, dropped. Top Sensex losers included HDFC Bank and Infosys. Sun Pharma shares led gains. Midcap and smallcap indices saw small gains.
Buy or sell: Gift Nifty trades flat, Vaishali Parekh recommends three stocks to buy today — 27 May 2026
Buy or sell: Vaishali Parekh recommends three stocks to buy today — Morepen Laboratories, Radico Khaitan, and AU Small Finance Bank
Market Wrap: Sensex falls 479 points, Nifty below 23,950 as bank stocks falter; small, midcaps shine
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed significantly lower on Tuesday, impacted by a downturn in banking, oil and gas, and pharma stocks. Investor sentiment shifted following U.S. strikes in southern Iran, reigniting Middle East conflict concerns. Broader markets, however, showed resilience, with midcap and smallcap indices posting gains.
Union Bank to raise Rs 8,000 cr through debt, equity mix
In a BSE filing, Union Bank said the board has approved raising of debt capital through Basel III-compliant additional Tier 1 bonds and/or Tier 2 not exceeding Rs 5,000 crore.
Union Bank board approves ₹8,000 crore fund raise via equity and debt
Union Bank’s board approved plans to raise up to ₹8,000 crore through equity and debt instruments, as the lender looks to strengthen capital buffers despite pressure on core income growth.
AU Small Finance Bank Ltd spurts 1.24%
AU Small Finance Bank Ltd is quoting at Rs 1011.7, up 1.24% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 44.28% in last one year as compared to a 3.34% drop in NIFTY and a 0.41% drop in the Nifty Bank index.
RBI panel to evaluate impact of quantum tech in finance
The Reserve Bank of India has formed an eight-member committee to explore quantum technology's role in finance. Headed by an IIT Madras professor, the panel will assess opportunities, risks, and challenges. It will also review the financial sector's readiness for quantum-related threats. The committee aims to recommend a roadmap for safe adoption of quantum applications in finance within six months.
Bank of India holds meeting with Ishana Capital - scanx.trade
Bank of India holds meeting with Ishana Capitalscanx.trade
Govt open to hearing investor concerns on capital gains tax, says Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the government is open to investor feedback on LTCG and STCG taxes, amid ongoing market discussions on tax levels.
FM Sitharaman says Government open to hear investor concerns on LTCG, STCG taxation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has indicated the government is ready to listen to stock market investors. Concerns regarding Long-Term Capital Gains and Short-Term Capital Gains taxes are being considered. The Minister emphasized openness to feedback on taxation matters. This comes amid market volatility and discussions on investor sentiment. The government is engaging with stakeholders on market-related tax issues.
WhiteOak bets on India's small- and mid-caps on earnings strength, growth prospects
WhiteOak Capital says India small and mid caps look attractive on structural themes, despite crude, foreign outflows and Nifty, Sensex declines, favors industrials and select financials