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Japan’s Development Bank invests in Indian real estate through HDFC Capital fund
Japan's Development Bank of Japan Inc. has entered India's residential property market. It committed capital to HDFC Capital's affordable and mid-income housing platform. This marks a significant new entry of Japanese institutional capital. The investment supports sustainable development and addresses India's housing shortage. It also enhances geographic diversification for the bank's overseas real estate portfolio.
Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...
Monetise idle household gold, ease compliance burden to build Viksit Bharat: Kotak MF's Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mutual Fund suggests India must unlock its vast household gold reserves. He also calls for easing business regulations. These steps are crucial for India's development. He highlighted significant gold imports and the potential of gold financing. Entrepreneurs are driving innovation despite challenges. Support for businesses is vital for global competition.
Premier Energies Shares Extend Gains A Day After Nomura, Quant Buy Stake In Block Deals
Among the key buyers, Quant Mutual Fund acquired 40.84 lakh shares, while Nomura India Investment Fund Mother Fund purchased 25 lakh shares at Rs 955 apiece.
Premier Energies shares in focus as promoters sell stake worth Rs 2,289 crore. Check top buyers
Promoter family members of Premier Energies sold shares worth around Rs 2,289 crore through a block deal, while institutional investors, including Quant Mutual Fund and Nomura, picked up stakes. The development comes amid strong investor interest in renewable energy and domestic solar manufacturing, supported by robust earnings growth and aggressive capacity expansion plans.
Premier Energies bulk deal: Promoters sell stake worth Rs 2,289 crore; Quant, Nomura among top buyers
Premier Energies' promoters divested shares worth nearly Rs 2,289 crore to institutional investors, including Smallcap World Fund and Quant Mutual Fund. This move coincides with heightened interest in India's solar manufacturing sector, driven by policy support and robust earnings. The company is aggressively expanding its module and cell capacities, with analysts maintaining a positive outlook.
Barbell Strategy For Fixed Income: Here's What Debt Fund Managers Use To Navigate Yield Volatility — Explained
According to Basant Bafna of Mirae Asset Mutual Fund, the 'barbell' strategy broadly involves allocating money at both ends of the duration spectrum rather than concentrating investments in the middle.
Quantum AMC’s Christy Mathai sees private banks, insurance as long-term bets amid earnings risks
Christy Mathai, Fund Manager-Equity at Quantum AMC, believes elevated crude and input costs could lead to earnings downgrades across sectors over the next year, especially in consumer discretionary. Despite near-term uncertainty, he remains constructive on private banks, life insurance and select real estate plays from a longer-term perspective. Mathai also said valuations in power and data centre-related themes remain expensive despite strong structural growth opportunities.
Nandish Shah of HDFC Sec suggests Bear Spread on Nifty; key levels here
Nandish Shah of HDFC Securities has shared a Bear Spread strategy on Nifty, and a Bull Spread strategy on Aurobindo Pharma.
Block deal: JSW Energy sells Rs 3,150 crore JSW Steel stake to GQG, SBI Mutual Fund
JSW Energy has divested a portion of its JSW Steel stake for Rs 3,150 crore to fund its aggressive power generation expansion. The company aims to reach 30 GW capacity by 2030, bolstered by both renewable and thermal power projects. This strategic move enhances capital allocation and supports long-term growth initiatives.
Nifty faces bearish grip: Key levels to watch and top 3 stock picks for next week
Nifty faces bear control after a weekly slide. The IT sector is under pressure, and Kaynes stock has stumbled. Analysts highlight support at 23,500 for Nifty. Selective buying is advised in Marico, Arvind, and Triveni Turbine for the upcoming week. These stocks show potential for upside movement.
Nifty May futures trade at premium
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, HDFC Bank and Infosys were the top traded contracts.