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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.
IRB Infra Trust offers to sell two BOT highway assets worth Rs 4,663 crore to IRB InvIT Fund
IRB Infrastructure Trust has offered two of its revenue-generating highway assets, valued at approximately Rs 4,663 crore, to IRB InvIT Fund. The non-binding offer includes the Solapur Yedeshi NH211 and Chittorgarh Gulabpura NH79 BOT Assets, totaling 1,144 Lane km. This move aims to fund future opportunities and enhance IRB InvIT Fund's asset portfolio.
Eternal, Maruti can rally up to 30%, says Mirae Asset Sharekhan
Muthuselvaraj M, Research Analyst at Mirae Asset Sharekhan believes that both Eternal and Maruti have corrected significantly from their respective peaks and are now showings some signs of strength.
Texmaco Rail & Engineering shares zoom 13% on strong Q4 show, order win worth Rs 4,045 crore
Texmaco Rail & Engineering shares rose sharply after reporting a 45% rise in Q4 net profit. Despite lower revenue, margins improved, while a Rs 4,045 crore South Africa order win and defence foray plans boosted sentiment. The stock hit an intraday high amid strong growth and a global expansion outlook.

The market had given up on this drone stock. Then defence orders started rolling in - financialexpress.com
The market had given up on this drone stock. Then defence orders started rolling infinancialexpress.com
Indian banks need AI-led defence systems as Anthropic’s Mythos heightens cyber risks: Barclays
Indian banks must upgrade their technology. They need AI-powered defenses to fight new cyber attacks. Outdated systems are vulnerable to advanced AI tools. Modern warfare requires modern weapons. Banks must use AI to protect themselves from AI-driven threats. This is crucial for future security.
Equity MFs inflow dips 5% in April; SIP contributions fall to ₹31,115 cr
Equity-oriented mutual fund schemes garnered a net inflow of Rs 38,440 crore in April, marking a 5 per cent decline from the preceding month, amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, fluctuating crude oil prices, and concerns about global growth. Moreover, monthly contributions through SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) declined to Rs 31,115 crore last month from Rs 32,087 crore in March,according to data released by industry body Amfi on Monday. Overall, the industry recorded a net infusion of Rs 3.22 lakh crore in April after witnessing an outflow of Rs 2.4 lakh crore in March. This was contributed by a huge inflow of Rs 2.5 lakh crore in the debt funds. The inflow has lifted the industry's assets under management by 11 per cent to Rs 81.92 lakh crore at the end of April, up from Rs 73.73 lakh crore at the end of March. This was driven by strong positive flows across segments and market to market gains witnessed during the month, said Venkat Chalasani, Chief Executive at ...

UBS says FII inflows may not pick up soon; financials, defence and consumption are top themes
Gautam Chhaochharia, Head of Global Markets at UBS, said foreign investors remain invested in India despite slower inflows and caution over valuations. He also said India remains a stock pickers’ market with select midcap and smallcap opportunities backed by earnings growth.
Ignore market noise, India’s long-term story intact, say D-Street bulls Ramesh Damani and Sunil Singhania
Indian markets face temporary challenges with foreign outflows and geopolitical concerns. However, top investors Ramesh Damani and Sunil Singhania emphasize that India's fundamental growth drivers are strong. They advise retail investors to ignore short-term noise and focus on long-term wealth creation through disciplined investing and compounding. Sectors like defence, infrastructure, and energy offer opportunities.

BSE wants more participation and products, not just a bigger market share, says CEO
Sundararaman Ramamurthy believes India’s mutual fund penetration remains low relative to the country’s population, leaving significant room for growth as financial awareness and retail participation continue to rise.

Exclusive | Jio BlackRock gets GIFT City nod; to launch commodity ETFs in 3 months, says Sid Swaminathan
Jio BlackRock Mutual Fund gets IFSCA nod to start GIFT City operations, eyes global access for Indian and foreign investors, plans commodity ETFs in gold and silver soon

Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC joins Category III AIF rush with ₹2,000 crore fund
This follows growing investor appetite for Category III AIFs, which are increasingly being used by asset managers and wealth firms to offer hedge fund-like public market products to high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), ultra-HNIs and family offices.