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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 ...
Lord’s Mark Industries receives BSE listing approval under PPIRP
Lord's Mark Industries Ltd. achieved a historic first, securing stock exchange listing approval under India's IBC scheme of PPIRP. This significant milestone, expected to see trading commence around June 2026, underscores the company's successful restructuring and future growth ambitions. Driven by a vision inspired by Ratan Tata, the company aims to contribute to national progress across key sectors.
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.
RBI should start rate hike cycle as inflation risks rise, says Bandhan MF’s Suyash Choudhary
Average inflation forecasts are likely to move higher, and the RBI should begin the rate hike cycle to maintain its credibility as an inflation-focused central bank, according to Suyash Choudhary, CIO-Fixed Income at Bandhan Mutual Fund. However, he believes rate hikes alone may not immediately solve the problem. He said the RBI must avoid mixed messaging to prevent market uncertainty and added that a favourable mix of global factors — including lower oil prices, better foreign inflows, and a weaker dollar — could help improve the situation.
AXISCADES transfers engineering services verticals to Akkodis in $30 million deal
Akkodis is a global digital engineering consulting company with over 40,000 engineers and digital experts across more than 30 countries, according to the company’s exchange filing.
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.
Top Gainers & losers on May 22: JSW Cement, Honasa Consumer, Tata Comm, Sammaan Capital, Trent among top gainers
On May 22, markets showed mixed results with the Nifty 50 gaining 0.40% and Sensex rising 0.36%. While Nifty Private Bank and Nifty Metal saw gains, Nifty Media and Nifty Pharma lagged. The Indian rupee strengthened to 95.9 per dollar amid RBI interventions.
360 ONE Asset Management receives SEBI approval for services at GIFT City
360 ONE Asset Management (AMC), a wholly owned subsidiary of 360 ONE WAM, has received 'No Objection' letter from Securities and Exchange Board of India on 21 May 2026, to undertake following activities permitted under Regulation 21(b) of the SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 2026 through 360 ONE Global Asset Management (IFSC) (GAM), a wholly owned subsidiary of AMC, in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City):
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.
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.
Binance Launches Official WhatsApp Channel for India to Bring Trusted Crypto Updates and Web3 Education
New Delhi [India], May 15: Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, announced the launch of its official India WhatsApp channel, designed to deliver trusted crypto updates and Web3 educational content directly to its users in the region. This initiative is part of Binance's wider strategy to deepen engagement with India's fast-growing digital community through platforms they use daily.