Market News
Stay updated with the latest market trends, earnings, and economic indicators.
Adani Ports Upgraded To 'BBB' By S&P Global As Strong Cash Flows Support Expansion Plans
The global ratings agency also upgraded the rating on Adani Ports' senior unsecured notes to 'BBB' and assigned a stable outlook, reflecting its expectation that the company will maintain a net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of around 2.6 times over the next 12 to 24 months despite elevated capital expenditure.
Amazon to invest additional $13 billion in India AI, cloud infrastructure by 2030
Amazon is injecting an additional $13 billion into India's AI and cloud infrastructure by 2030, bringing its total planned investment to over $21 billion. This significant commitment, announced after CEO Andy Jassy met Prime Minister Modi, aims to bolster AWS data centers and provide advanced AI technologies. The move underscores India's growing importance in the global AI landscape and Amazon's long-term vision for the country's digital transformation.
Alpha Wave sells entire 1.9% stake in Delhivery; stock falls over 2%
Global investment firm Alpha Wave Global has divested its entire 1.93% stake in logistics giant Delhivery for Rs 665 crore. This significant exit saw the firm offload over 1.44 crore shares. In related news, venture capital firm Nexus Venture Partners also sold a substantial stake in Delhivery, while Mirae Asset Venture Investments reduced its holding in logistics firm Shadowfax Technologies.
India realty investment defies global volatility; institutional inflows rise 23% in H1
India's real estate investment surged 23% to $4.33 billion in H1 2026, driven by robust domestic capital. Despite global headwinds, 54 deals marked a record half-year. Domestic players funded 64% of investments, offsetting a foreign capital dip. The office sector led with $2.3 billion, attracting significant domestic interest due to strong occupier demand and attractive yields. Experts anticipate foreign inflows to rise as uncertainties ease.
United Spirits set to cut 100 jobs to curb costs, streamline operations
United Spirits is cutting around 100 jobs in India as part of parent Diageo's global cost-saving drive. This significant workforce reduction, impacting mid- to senior-level employees, aims to streamline operations and boost productivity. While the company continues investing in key brands and growth markets, further roles could be affected. This move comes despite strong recent financial performance and ongoing supply chain optimization efforts.
IndiGo, SpiceJet shares rally up to 4% as crude oil prices fall below pre-war levels after 42% crash
Aviation stocks, including IndiGo and SpiceJet gained after crude oil prices declined sharply as supply concerns eased following progress in the Iran conflict. Lower fuel costs lifted sentiment for airlines, while investors assessed the potential recovery in travel demand and normalisation of global aviation operations.
Manglam Group to invest Rs 350 crore in Sheraton hotel in Jaipur
Rajasthan's Manglam Group is investing Rs 350 crore to build a 220-key Sheraton Hotel on the Jaipur-Ajmer Highway, marking their third partnership with Marriott International. This project is part of a larger Rs 1,000 crore hospitality investment plan. The hotel aims to showcase Jaipur's culture and boost its global profile for tourism and business, leveraging its strategic location near key destinations and a major SEZ.
Oil, AI and chips: The new resource race redrawing markets and nations
The leap to a $5 trillion valuation for Nvidia underscores a dramatic paradigm shift: semiconductors have become the driving force of global economic prowess, akin to oil in previous centuries. With nations such as Taiwan and South Korea emerging through powerhouses like TSMC and Samsung, the future prosperity relies heavily on mastering the semiconductor supply chain as AI technology evolves, reshaping national strength and financial stability.
Motilal Oswal initiates coverage on KPR Mill, 7 other textile stocks with up to 43% upside. Own any?
Motilal Oswal has initiated coverage on eight textile companies, turning bullish on Gokaldas Exports, Indo Count, Arvind Fashions, Pearl Global and Welspun Living. The brokerage expects improving global demand, trade agreements and supply-chain shifts to support India’s textile sector recovery and long-term export growth.
Satcom firms flag omission of GMPCS in DoT's draft spectrum allocation rules
Satellite communication firms are concerned over the exclusion of Global Mobile Personal Communications Service (GMPCS) providers from draft rules for administrative spectrum allocation. The Broadband India Forum highlighted this omission, stating it contradicts the Telecommunications Act. While the rules cover various satellite services, GMPCS, explicitly mentioned in the Act for administrative assignment, is missing, creating industry uncertainty. Consultation on the draft rules is ongoing.
Centre brings together states, industry for $100 billion textile exports goal
India aims to double its textile and apparel exports to $100 billion by 2030, with a nationwide exercise and summit focusing on strategies for key hubs. Discussions centered on technical textiles, man-made fibers, and improving logistics. The initiative emphasizes district-led growth and value addition to bolster the nation's global textile trade presence.
Hormuz shipping activity shows signs of recovery; Indian refiners shine amid disruption: S&P Global
Shipping through the crucial Strait of Hormuz is showing signs of recovery, with daily transits increasing significantly, though still far below pre-war levels. Indian refiners, however, are demonstrating remarkable resilience, successfully diversifying their crude oil sources to include Russian, Brazilian, West African, and US grades amidst ongoing global energy supply disruptions. Market watchers remain vigilant as geopolitical tensions continue to influence oil trade.