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SBI wanted to change cash-counting staff at Ram temple 3 months ago: Sources
State Bank of India reportedly sought to replace cash-counting staff at the Ayodhya Ram temple three months ago due to suspicions of fund diversion, but the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust allegedly intervened. An FIR was filed, and eight individuals have been arrested following an SIT report, with significant cash and foreign currency seized from several accused.
Nifty indices rejig goes live today: Which stocks will see biggest inflows and outflows?
The NSE’s quarterly index rebalancing takes effect today, triggering significant passive fund flows across Indian equities due to changes in free-float weights. While the Nifty 50 sees limited adjustments, broader strategic indices are witnessing sharper reshuffling.
Passive investing explosion: DSP’s Anil Ghelani predicts ETFs, index funds will command 30% of mutual fund industry
Passive investing is gaining rapid traction in India, with DSP’s Anil Ghelani projecting ETFs and index funds to grow from 17% to 30% of mutual fund assets within five years. The shift reflects changing investor behaviour, with passive strategies forming core portfolios and active funds playing a selective, high-alpha role.
BMO Market+ International Equity Fund Series Share Price | NLB:ZMPI ETF - Investing.com India
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HDFC Mutual Fund buys additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health for Rs 130 crore
HDFC Mutual Fund has secured an additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health, which is known for operating Medanta hospitals, from co-founder Sunil Sachdeva for Rs 130 crore. This acquisition builds on a prior purchase made last month. The transaction accounts for a 0.37% stake in the company. In related news, Global Health has reported an impressive 39.7% increase in its fourth-quarter profit after tax, totaling Rs 141.7 crore.
Oil slide powers India's stock benchmarks to longest weekly winning run 7 months
Indian stock markets achieved their longest winning streak in seven months, with the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closing higher. Falling crude oil prices and measures to boost the rupee and attract foreign investment bolstered investor confidence. The Reserve Bank of India's stance against near-term rate hikes also supported sentiment, with the pharma and financial sectors showing notable gains.
‘Korean markets are like small caps’, says Capitalmind Mutual Fund CEO Deepak Shenoy; Kospi jumps 5%
Investor sentiment in South Korea shifted amid falling oil prices and positive news from US-Iran talks. However, proposed taxes on unrealised gains introduced uncertainty, contributing to significant market volatility and sharp fluctuations for major technology stocks.
Sterlite Tech hits 5% upper circuit on QIP launch; zooms 495% in 6 months
Sterlite Technologies plans to raise up to ₹1,500 crore through the QIP route. Recently, Bandhan Mutual Fund sold 1.82 million equity shares of STL in open market trade.
Shares of India's largest lender could cross record high levels, according to CLSA
SBI is one among the few Nifty 50 stocks that do not have a "sell" recommendation among the analysts who track the stock. 49 analysts have coverage on SBI, of which 43 have a "buy" rating, while six others say "hold."
Bulls roar back as Nifty reclaims 24,000, Sensex soars over 700 points
Key equity benchmarks rebounded sharply on Wednesday, with the Sensex rising over 700 points and the Nifty reclaiming the 24,000 mark. The sentiment was supported by easing concerns over interest rate hikes after RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said discussions on rate increases were premature. Sentiment was further aided by a recovery in South Korean markets, optimism over a potential India-US trade deal, a decline in crude oil prices below $77 per barrel, and foreign institutional investor buying. Gains in heavyweight IT and private banking stocks, lifted the indices.
Why is market rising today? Sensex rallies 900 pts, Nifty above 24,050. 6 key factors driving D-St rebound
Indian stock markets experienced a significant upswing on Wednesday, with both the Sensex and Nifty registering robust gains. This positive momentum was fueled by a more optimistic investor outlook, following the RBI Governor's indication that further interest rate increases might not be necessary. A recovery in South Korean stocks and other favorable international market trends also contributed to the buoyant trading session.
Tech-Led global selloff, Fed rate fears weigh on Indian equities
Indian stock markets experienced their sharpest single-day drop in nearly a month, mirroring a global tech sell-off. The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex both fell significantly, influenced by a strong US dollar and profit-taking after recent gains. While pharma and healthcare sectors showed resilience, most others, including metals and IT, declined. Market volatility increased, with analysts watching key support levels closely.