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News•Mar 2, 2026
HAL, BDL, Other Defence Stocks in Focus as War in Middle East Escalates; What to Expect?
Indian defence stocks rallied as Middle East tensions rose after Iran's Supreme Leader was killed. HAL and BDL saw modest gains despite year‑to‑date declines of over 11% and 15% respectively. The recent India‑Israel defence pact and Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Israel have heightened export expectations. Analysts caution that broader market sentiment may stay pressured, with oil price movements remaining a key driver.
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Mar 1, 2026
Crude Oil Prices to Cross $100? What Experts Predict After US, Israel Attack on Iran
Following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran and the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, crude oil prices surged, with WTI at $67.29 and Brent at $72.87. Barclays raised its Brent forecast to $100 per barrel, citing heightened supply‑disruption risk...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Mar 1, 2026
AI: The Great Disruptor and Where Smart Money Is Moving
Artificial intelligence is moving from hype to tangible disruption, with AI‑driven code generation eroding the market value of traditional IT services firms such as IBM, which saw a 13% drop in market capitalisation. The technology is also bypassing established middlemen...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 28, 2026
FIIs Pour Rs 22,615 Crore Into Indian Equities in February. Can Iran-Israel Conflict Flip the Trend?
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned net buyers in February, pouring Rs 22,615 crore into Indian equities, with Rs 19,782 crore going to secondary markets and Rs 2,832 crore to primary issues. However, a sharp sell‑off on February 28 saw FIIs dump Rs 7,536 crore, dragging the Nifty and Sensex...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 28, 2026
Vanguard’s India Portfolio Shines: 12 Stocks Rally up to 120% in FY26, 8 Fresh Q3 Picks
Vanguard Fund’s India portfolio surged, now valued at ₹69,100 crore, a 60% jump from the March quarter. The fund holds stakes in 48 BSE‑listed companies, placing it among the top three active foreign institutional investors in the country. Twelve of its...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 28, 2026
Iran-Israel Conflict: Expect a Gap-Up Opening in Gold and Silver. Here's How to Trade Bullion on Monday
The recent pre‑emptive Israeli strike on Iran has reignited geopolitical tension, prompting a sharp rally in precious metals. While Indian MCX gold and silver futures slipped modestly on Friday, COMEX prices surged, with gold up 2% to $5,296 per ounce...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 27, 2026
Global Stocks: Barclays Shares Fall as Collapse of UK Specialist Mortgage Lender Revives Wider Worries
Barclays shares slipped 1.6% after reports it faces roughly £600 million exposure to the collapsed UK specialist mortgage lender Market Financial Solutions (MFS). The fallout also highlighted potential losses for Santander and Jefferies, underscoring broader concerns about the fast‑growing private‑credit market....
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 26, 2026
US Stock Market | Fed Policy in Wait-and-Watch Mode as Markets Eye Next Rate Move
Federal Reserve officials signaled that the current policy rate is appropriately balanced, with St. Louis Fed President Albert Musalem noting no immediate need for cuts. Musalem warned that a rise in layoffs combined with weak job creation could tip the labor...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 26, 2026
US Stock Market | Investor Rush Sparks Historic Scramble for New Bond Issuances
Investor demand for U.S. corporate bonds has surged to historic levels, making new issuances harder to access and allocations tighter. Barclays’ analysis of TRACE data shows competition in investment‑grade debt is up 15% and high‑yield debt up 30% compared with...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 24, 2026
Govt to Divest up to 4% Stake in IRFC via OFS Starting Wednesday, Sets Floor Price at Rs 104 per...
The Ministry of Railways has launched an offer‑for‑sale (OFS) to off‑load up to 4 % of Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) equity, equivalent to 26.13 crore shares, with a green‑shoe option for an additional equal tranche. The floor price is fixed at...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 24, 2026
Schaeffler India Announces Rs 35/Share Dividend. Check Payment Date, Dividend Yield
Schaeffler India announced a Rs 35 per share dividend for FY 25, payable within 30 days of its AGM on 30 April 2026. The company posted a 36% jump in Q4 net profit to Rs 322 crore and revenue rose 28% YoY to Rs 2,724 crore. Profit after...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 24, 2026
India Aims to Raise $19.7 Billion From IPOs of State-Run Firms by 2030
India plans to raise 1.79 trillion rupees (about $19.7 billion) by selling stakes in state‑run firms through IPOs by the 2029/30 fiscal year. The effort is part of a broader $183.7 billion asset‑monetisation drive announced by NITI Aayog, following an earlier phase that fell...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 24, 2026
HAL Correction a ‘Wait and Watch’; Select Midcap IT Names Emerging Despite AI Disruption: Mayuresh Joshi
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) slipped 3‑4% amid order‑book optimism, prompting investors to adopt a wait‑and‑watch stance. The stock trades near 30‑times trailing earnings, making it pricey despite strong defence pipeline visibility. Mid‑cap IT names such as KPIT Technologies, Mphasis and...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 23, 2026
Sebi Chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey Flags Big PMS Overhaul, to Examine New RBI Funding Rules
Sebi chair Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced a sweeping review of portfolio‑management‑services (PMS) regulations, citing the sector’s Rs 10.5 lakh‑crore asset base and 17% CAGR growth. The draft overhaul will prioritize investor suitability, governance, and technology, with a public consultation slated before the...
By The Economic Times – Markets
News•Feb 23, 2026
Market Trading Guide: Tourism Finance and Cummins India Are Stocks to Buy on Tuesday for up to 16% Returns. Here’s...
India's benchmark indices rallied after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Trump’s global tariffs, but the Nifty stayed confined between the 21‑EMA (25,641) and the 50‑DMA (25,737). Technical analysts highlighted elevated VIX and indecisive RSI, suggesting a sideways short‑term range....
By The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 23, 2026
Kiaasa Retail Launches Rs 70 Crore IPO on BSE SME
Indian fashion brand Kiaasa Retail announced a Rs 70 crore fresh-issue IPO of 54.90 lakh shares priced between Rs 121-127 per share, opening for subscription on Monday, Feb 23 2026. The issue, with a 0% GMP, allocates 56.03% to retail...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 21, 2026
CleanMax Secures Rs 921 Crore Anchor Round From Temasek, Tata Investment Ahead of IPO
CleanMax announced an anchor round of Rs 921 crore as part of its upcoming IPO, with strategic investors Temasek and Tata Investment among the backers. The funding will support the company's growth and preparation for the public offering.
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 21, 2026
Clean Max, PNGS Reva Lead Rs 4,300 Cr IPO Rush of Nine Companies Next Week
Nine Indian firms, including Clean Max and PNGS Reva, are set to launch IPOs next week, collectively targeting about Rs 4,300 crore in proceeds. The flurry of listings underscores strong market appetite for new capital raises.
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 20, 2026
Omnitech Engineering to Float Rs 583 Cr IPO on Feb 25
Omnitech Engineering announced an IPO to raise Rs 583 crore, with a price band of Rs 216‑227 per share. The offering includes a fresh issue of Rs 418 crore and an offer‑for‑sale of Rs 165 crore, open to the public from Feb 25 to Feb 27, with anchor bidding...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 20, 2026
Milky Mist Targets 2026 IPO, CEO Confident Amid Market Jitters
Milky Mist, the Indian dairy brand, announced that it remains on track to launch its initial public offering in 2026 despite recent market volatility. The company's CEO expressed confidence in the firm's growth prospects and readiness for the listing. No...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 20, 2026
Manilam Industries Announces IPO with Price Band and Subscription Details
Manilam Industries has filed for an initial public offering, releasing details on the global minimum price (GMP), price band, and subscription process. The IPO is slated for the near term, and investors can review the offering particulars on the stock...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 20, 2026
SEBI Approves IPOs for Integris Medtech, Alpine Texworld, Anjali Labtech and Others
India's securities regulator SEBI has approved four initial public offerings, including Integris Medtech, Alpine Texworld and Anjali Labtech, clearing the path for their upcoming listings.
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 20, 2026
UPL to Spin Off Crop Protection Arm Into a Separate Listed Entity
UPL announced plans to spin off its crop protection division into a separate listed company, aiming to create a focused entity for the crop protection market. The spin‑off will be listed independently, though details on valuation and timeline were not...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 18, 2026
India's State Debt Sale Draws Strong Demand, Boosting Bond Market
India's bond market rallied after a state debt sale attracted robust demand, pushing yields lower. The strong appetite for the newly issued bonds underscores investor confidence in Indian sovereign and sub‑sovereign debt.
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 18, 2026
SBI Funds Management to Launch $1.5B IPO in March
India's top asset manager, SBI Funds Management, announced plans to file for an initial public offering in March, targeting a $1.5 billion raise. The filing is expected to be submitted in March, marking a significant expansion of the company's capital base.
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 18, 2026
Supreme Court Clears Aakash Educational Services to Proceed with Rights Issue
The Supreme Court has permitted Aakash Educational Services to move forward with a rights issue, enabling the company to raise additional capital from existing shareholders. The approval removes a regulatory hurdle and sets the stage for the fundraising, though the...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Gaudium IVF and Women Health to Launch Rs 165 Crore IPO on Feb 20
Gaudium IVF and Women Health announced a Rs 165 crore public issue, marking the first IPO in India's fertility care sector. The offering is set to open on February 20, 2026, providing investors with exposure to the growing fertility market.
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
PhonePe Announces $15B IPO
PhonePe, the Indian digital payments platform, is planning an initial public offering with a target valuation of $15 billion. The IPO, announced in February 2026, could reshape the competitive landscape with rival Paytm and trigger a sector re‑rating. The filing signals...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Carlsberg to Launch IPO for Its Indian Operations
Carlsberg announced plans to list its Indian business via an initial public offering, aiming to capitalize on rising sales in the market. The IPO, slated for later this year, will raise capital to fund further expansion, though the valuation and...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 16, 2026
Kwality Wall's to List on Indian Exchanges on Feb 16 After HUL Secures Approvals
Hindustan Unilever Ltd received listing and trading approvals for its demerged ice‑cream business, allowing Kwality Wall's (India) to debut on the BSE and NSE on Feb 16, 2026. The spin‑off gives HUL shareholders one Kwality Wall's share for each HUL share held,...
The Economic Times – Markets
Deals•Feb 13, 2026
Five Indian Companies Secure SEBI Clearance for Upcoming IPOs
Sebi granted observation letters to Duroflex Limited, Premier Industrial Corporation, Virupaksha Organics, Hexagon Nutrition and Om Power Transmission, clearing them to launch their initial public offerings. The firms span manufacturing, pharma, nutrition, power EPC and sleep solutions, with fresh issue...
The Economic Times – Markets