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Banks seek RBI relief on InvIT lending rules, warn 3-yr track record rule may slow infra monetisation & fresh funding
Banks have asked the Reserve Bank of India to relax new lending rules for Infrastructure Investment Trusts. The proposed three-year operational track record requirement could delay infrastructure monetisation and new project funding. Lenders prefer asset quality over trust age for financing eligibility. This change aims to ensure smoother fund recycling and attract global investors for new infrastructure projects.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday
Domestic equities closed marginally lower due to weakness in financial and consumer shares, despite gains in IT stocks. Analysts suggest the short-term sentiment remains bearish, with Nifty 50 facing resistance at 23,800 and support at 23,400. US markets were down, while European indices were mixed.
Sensex, Nifty end lower after late sell-off in banks; IT rally continues
Closing Bell: Indian markets failed to hold early gains on Tuesday as weakness in financial stocks dragged benchmark indices lower, although broader markets remained resilient with continued buying in midcaps and information technology shares.
Top Gainers & Losers on May 19: Triveni Turbine, Tata Tech, Angel One, OLA, Coforge, Vodafone Idea among top gainers
On May 19, the Indian stock market remained range-bound despite positive opening, with the Nifty 50 closing down 0.23%. The broader market outperformed benchmarks, led by Nifty IT's 3.18% gain. Financial stocks struggled, while geopolitical developments around Iran influenced oil prices.
Volume Shocker: MFs added 1 crore+ shares to 9 stocks in April '26; shares rally up to 55%
ETMarkets’ mutual fund analysis highlights 43 stocks with strong share additions in April 2026 versus March 2026, with nine names emerging after a performance filter. Eternal and Vodafone Idea led inflows, while select stocks showed sharp gains driven by sustained institutional buying and strong price momentum.
VolumeShocker:MFsadded1crore+sharesto9stocksinApril'26; sharesrallyupto55%
ETMarkets’ mutual fund analysis highlights 43 stocks with strong share additions in April 2026 versus March 2026, with nine names emerging after a performance filter. Eternal and Vodafone Idea led inflows, while select stocks showed sharp gains driven by sustained institutional buying and strong price momentum.
Oracle Financial Services Software Ltd soars 2.69%, rises for third straight session
Oracle Financial Services Software Ltd is quoting at Rs 9662, up 2.69% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 14.53% in last one year as compared to a 3.87% fall in NIFTY and a 21.31% fall in the Nifty IT index.
Nifty could hit 27,000 once geopolitical tensions ease: Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO
Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO Nimesh Chandan projects 15% earnings growth for Nifty in FY28, with EPS rising to the ₹1,420–1,440 range, making valuations look attractive. He backs metals, construction, and cement as long-term plays on a global supply chain shift, holds gold and silver in the multi-asset portfolio, and flags El Niño and elevated US yields as key risks keeping Indian interest rates high in the near term.
How JSW Energies’ Rs 3,150-crore JSW Steel stake sale will help lower debt, Jefferies explains
JSW Energy’s Rs 3,150-crore stake sale in JSW Steel to GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund is expected to strengthen its balance sheet. Jefferies says the move will lower leverage, support capex plans and improve execution visibility, prompting a target price upgrade to Rs 675.
Mirae Asset believes higher import duty could widen India-global bullion price gap
India gold and silver import duty hike may distort bullion prices, widen gap with global rates, and tighten silver ETF supply, Mirae Asset warns.
Retail SIP boom boosts AMC outlook; Nippon, ICICI Pru lead pack: Siddhartha Khemka
India's asset management sector is transforming with systematic investing driving growth and stability, reducing reliance on volatile discretionary capital. SIP inflows have surged, now forming a significant portion of mutual fund assets, indicating a shift towards predictable, annuity-like revenue streams. This structural change positions the industry for sustained, retail-led expansion.
Why 10 stocks suffered massive Rs 17,000 crore mutual fund selloff in April
Mutual funds aggressively booked profits in April, offloading an estimated Rs 17,000 crore from 10 major stocks like HDFC Bank and Wipro. This strategic sell-off occurred amid concerns over earnings risks, geopolitical uncertainty, and stretched valuations, even as many of these stocks saw significant rallies.