The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a significant shift in how the closing price of a stock is determined. Moving away from the existing volume-weighted average price (VWAP) method, SEBI suggests adopting the close auction session (CAS), an internationally recognized practice, to enhance accuracy and reduce volatility, especially on event-heavy trading…
The year 2024 has marked a record-breaking milestone for Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) fundraising in India, with 77 companies raising Rs 96,320.83 crore, according to data from Prime Database. Nearly half of these funds have been used to reduce debt, reflecting a sustained focus on deleveraging balance sheets. Key Highlights of QIP Usage 1. Record…
Vodafone Group Plc is set to complete its exit from Indus Towers Limited through a block trade worth approximately Rs 2,700 crore. The deal, priced at Rs 343–358 per share, represents a slight discount of up to 4%, according to sources. The share sale will be executed through Vodafone’s units, Omega Telecom and Usha Martin…
Indian equity markets experienced a sharp decline on Thursday, with both the Sensex and Nifty tumbling over 1%. The selloff was driven by weakness in IT and auto stocks, compounded by global uncertainties and cautious investor sentiment ahead of key economic announcements. Market Snapshot The steep fall coincided with the unwinding of trades ahead of…
In a significant development ahead of its market debut, NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of NTPC Ltd, has established a 50:50 joint venture with Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Ltd (MAHAGENCO). The new entity, named Mahagenco NTPC Green Energy Private Limited (MNGEPL), was incorporated on November 25, 2024. Purpose of the Joint…
The Indian primary market is gearing up for a bustling December, with 10 companies planning to collectively raise Rs 20,000 crore through initial public offerings (IPOs). These IPOs will span diverse sectors, from retail and finance to healthcare and diamond grading, reflecting the sustained investor interest in India’s equity market. Key Players in the December…
Introduction Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL) is gearing up for a pivotal Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 28, facing mounting challenges. Proxy advisory firms have urged shareholders to vote against the reappointment of CEO Punit Goenka and the adoption of the company’s audited financial statements. These developments highlight concerns over governance, audit irregularities, and…
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) have significantly reduced their selling activities in Indian equity markets, according to Samir Arora, founder of Helios Capital. Speaking at the CNBC-TV18 Global Leadership Summit on November 14, Arora addressed the causes behind the massive sell-off and shared his outlook for the Indian stock market. Arora’s insights focused on corporate earnings,…
At the CNBC-TV18 Global Leadership Summit, Raamdeo Agrawal, Chairman and Co-founder of Motilal Oswal Financial Services, expressed confidence in the resilience of India’s markets and future potential for the Nifty index. Despite the current slowdown in earnings growth, Agrawal emphasized that this downturn is only temporary, and he expects a revival within the next six…
Introduction Tata Motors is taking a bold step forward with a major investment in a new manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, India. This advanced greenfield plant, backed by an investment of Rs 9,000 crore, will bring a significant boost to Tata’s production capacity and job creation, with 5,000 positions expected to emerge. Notably, this facility…
