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Libas looks beyond ethnic wear, gears up for FY28 IPO
Libas's intent to expand into a multi-brand player comes against a challenging backdrop for apparel retailers, as macro slowdown in the mid-premium category has driven some industry consolidation

GameStop Makes $56 Billion Bid for eBay, Four Times Its Size
The gaming retail chain has offered $125 per share in cash and stock for the online marketplace, or about a 20% premium to its Friday close.
Premiumisation and expansion into new markets key focus areas: Mother Dairy MD
Mother Dairy is prioritizing premium products and expanding into new markets. The company is also strengthening its distribution network and increasing its presence on quick commerce platforms. This strategy aims to meet evolving consumer demands and address competition. Mother Dairy anticipates significant growth in the coming fiscal year, projecting revenue to reach Rs 24,000 crore.
How Wipro's Rs 15,000 crore share buyback offer can give double-digit returns in weak market
Wipro announced a Rs 15,000-crore share buyback at Rs 250 per share, offering a 22% premium. Retail investors could see returns of 11-13% with an expected 50-60% acceptance ratio. This tender route buyback, the first in three years, reserves 15% for small shareholders, potentially boosting their returns significantly.

Life insurers see double-digit premium growth in March; retail business performance varies
Life insurers report strong March premium growth, with Axis Max, ICICI Prudential and LIC showing gains but mixed trends in retail APE performance.

Retail investors flock to weekly options despite regulatory curbs and losses
Combined average daily premium turnover (ADT) of index options such as Nifty and Sensex rose 5% even as combined cash market ADT dipped by almost 8% in the current fiscal through 9 March (FY26), from the same period a year ago.

Sedemac Mechatronics shares list at 13% premium to issue price despite tepid IPO response
The portion reserved for retail investors in the Sedemac Mechatronics IPO, was subscribed only 20% during the three-day subscription period, according to NSE data.
India strongly positioned as the next global platform for consumer technology: Nothing co-founder
India is emerging as a global consumer technology hub, driven by its expanding manufacturing and supply chain capabilities. Aspirational consumer preferences are reshaping demand, with a notable shift towards premium, differentiated products. This strategic market is experiencing hyper-growth, aligning with global trends and evolving tastes.

Cult.fit's fitness playbook widens: Affordable gyms, Pilates studios and products fuel growth
The company is investing in mass-market centres like Cult Neo, premium Pilates studios, and a rapidly growing consumer products division as it aims to become an active lifestyle brand. This puts it in competition with boutique studios, independent gyms and a growing wave of D2C fitness brands.

Dow Jones turns negative for 2026 after 800-point fall led by higher oil prices
A stronger US dollar and fading hopes of the Fed cutting interest rates more than once this year have taken both Gold and Silver prices down, negating the war premium these assets generally carry. Bitcoin prices are also lower, but are holding on to the $70,000 mark.

Metal stocks led by Tata Steel fall up to 8% as war premium fades; Aluminium outperforms
The US dollar firmed on safe-haven demand, adding pressure across the metals complex. At the same time, high crude prices raised concerns about rising inflation.

Gaudium IVF shares list at 5% premium over issue price
The IPO of Gaudium IVF and Women Health was subscribed 7.27 times at close, driven by sustained demand from retail and non-institutional investors.