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RBI clears Kotak Bank to raise stake up to 9.99% in AU Small Finance, Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has approved Kotak Mahindra Bank's increased stake in AU Small Finance Bank and Federal Bank. Kotak can now hold almost 9.99 percent in both lenders. This move allows Kotak to build significant minority stakes. The approvals were confirmed through regulatory filings. Markets showed a mild reaction to the development.
RBI clears Kotak Mahindra Bank to buy up to 9.99% in Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has approved Kotak Mahindra Bank to acquire up to 9.99% of Federal Bank's share capital. This move positions Kotak Mahindra Bank as a potentially significant institutional shareholder in the Kerala-based lender. Investors will now monitor future disclosures to track the progress of this strategic stake acquisition.

Kotak Mahindra Bank gets RBI nod to acquire ‘aggregate holding’ of up to 9.99% in AU Small Finance Bank - Mint
Kotak Mahindra Bank gets RBI nod to acquire ‘aggregate holding’ of up to 9.99% in AU Small Finance BankMint

HDFC Bank Shares In Focus After RBI Clears Up To 9.95% Stake In ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank
HDFC Bank submitted the application to the RBI on Jan. 23, 2026, on behalf of its group entities after aggregate holdings were expected to exceed the 5% limit prescribed under the new framework.
Individual investors sold Rs 13,000 crore worth stocks, but Zerodha clients kept buying: Nithin Kamath
Retail investors sold equities, but Zerodha clients bought heavily, highlighting divergence. Overall, direct retail ownership declined while mutual fund holdings hit record highs, reflecting a structural shift toward professionally managed investments and rising domestic institutional dominance in Indian equity markets

Baroda BNP Paribas MF sees easing crude boosting rate-sensitive stocks, chemicals
Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund Senior Fund Manager Jitendra Sriram said softer crude prices could improve sentiment for India and support interest rate-sensitive sectors. He believes refining, oil marketing and select specialty chemical companies may benefit if West Asia tensions ease. Sriram also cautioned that higher raw material and logistics costs may pressure corporate earnings over the next few quarters despite resilient recent results. 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.

SEBI sets ₹20,000 crore mutual fund AUM rule to classify significant indices
SEBI clarifies criteria for significant indices, sets AUM threshold, registration rules and review norms to boost transparency and governance for index provider.
CAMS shares jump 9% after firm reports highest-ever Q4 revenue, announces dividend. Do you own?
Computer Age Management Services (CAMS) shares surged over 9% after reporting an 11% rise in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 126 crore and a record quarterly revenue of Rs 395 crore. The company also announced a dividend of Rs 4 per equity share, driven by strong non-mutual fund business growth and improved operational efficiency.

Nippon India Mutual Fund raises stake in this healthcare stock. Do you own? - Mint
Nippon India Mutual Fund raises stake in this healthcare stock. Do you own?Mint
Vedanta demerger: How mutual funds are rebalancing after the five-way split
As Vedanta splits into five separate listed entities, the immediate focus has shifted from business fundamentals to the technical mechanics of fund rebalancing
Retail direct equity bets fall, MF holdings rise to new high
Individual investors reduced direct equity ownership for the third consecutive quarter, while mutual fund holdings reached a record high, driven by surging retail inflows. Foreign ownership hit a 14-year low amid a risk-off sentiment, contrasting with domestic institutional holdings climbing to an all-time peak.

Markets bullish, but taxes and currency worry investors: Samir Arora
Sandeep Tandon, Founder & CIO at Quant Mutual Fund maintained that improving sentiment, infrastructure-led investments and increased exposure to mid- and small-cap segments could drive the next phase of growth.