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Do you know what an Offer for Sale (OFS) is? Here's a complete guide
An Offer for Sale (OFS) allows current shareholders to divest ownership in a publicly traded company via the stock exchange. It differs from an IPO as it does not issue new shares, preventing equity dilution and providing a quicker execution process.
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.
Yaashvi Jewellers IPO: Issue subscribed 1.18x so far. Check GMP, issue details
Yaashvi Jewellers IPO is open from May 25-27, priced at ₹83 per share. The company, established in 2013, manufactures and trades gold jewellery. It aims to raise ₹44 crore to enhance working capital and fund corporate activities, with subscription status at 1.18x on day 3.
Senco Gold shares fall 3% despite 151% jump in Q4 net profit; firm tops FY26 guidance
Senco Gold share price over 3% despite a 151% net profit jump to Rs 157 crore in Q4, driven by strong revenue growth and improved margins. The company reported record retail sales, boosted by a wedding season and its Old Gold Exchange program, while expanding its showroom network across India.
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.
'India Cannot Afford Fear Mongering': FM Sitharaman On Fuel Prices, MSME Credit Push, And US-Iran Conflict
Sitharaman also linked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal for austerity to rising global crude oil, fertiliser and gold prices, saying the pressure on imports had implications for both inflation and foreign exchange reserves.
Modi wants Indians to press pause on gold. But the $5.2 trillion obsession runs deep
India’s attempt to protect the rupee is now colliding with one of the country’s strongest cultural habits — buying gold. After Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to avoid gold purchases for a year, the government raised gold import duty from 6% to 15% to reduce pressure on foreign exchange reserves and the current account deficit.
US-Iran Negotiations: Here's how asset classes from equities to oil and gold are reacting
Oil prices fell in response to the latest developments, with Brent crude prices falling below the mark of $100 for the first time this month. Brent fell as much as 5.2% to $98.12 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate or the US crude variant also fell by a similar quantum towards the $92 mark.
FTSE index rejig: Tata Capital, Lenskart, Groww, Meesho among additions to global indices
The additions are expected to draw interest from passive global funds and exchange-traded funds benchmarked to FTSE indices.
NCDEX unveils India's first exchange-traded rainfall futures contract
The SEBI-approved contract will begin trading from 29 May 2026 and has been developed in collaboration with IIT Bombay using rainfall data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Forget stocks, you can now profit from Mumbai rains! Here's how NCDEX's unique weather futures work
NCDEX has launched India’s first exchange-traded weather derivative contract, RAINMUMBAI, allowing traders and businesses to hedge against rainfall variability during the monsoon season. The contract is linked to Mumbai rainfall deviation data from IMD and aims to help weather-sensitive sectors manage financial risks arising from excess or deficient rainfall.
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.