Introduction to the Potential Acquisition Blackstone Inc., a global private equity firm, is preparing to make a significant investment in Haldiram’s, a leading Indian fast-food and snack company. This strategic move is expected to secure Blackstone a prominent position in India’s lucrative snack market. Despite earlier disagreements on valuation, the firm is now ready to…
Apple’s Expansion Beyond Smartphones: MacBooks and iPads Leading the Way Apple is set to experience significant growth in its non-handset categories, including MacBooks, iPads, smartwatches, and True Wireless Stereo (TWS) devices. As demand for iPhones remains strong in India, Apple’s other product lines are also gaining momentum. According to data from Counterpoint, Apple’s non-smartphone revenue…
Introduction to Ceigall India’s IPO Ceigall India, a prominent infrastructure construction company, is set to open its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on August 1. The price band for the IPO will be revealed on July 29. This public offering includes a fresh issuance of equity shares valued at Rs 684.3 crore and an offer for…
The recent changes to the real estate tax rules have stirred significant discussion among homeowners and investors. The Union Budget 2024 introduced modifications that have left many wondering whether they will benefit or face a heavier tax burden. Here, we delve into the details and analyze the impact of these new rules on different property…
Advanced Stage of RBI’s Vetting Process for IDBI Bank Sale The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) review of potential bidders for IDBI Bank’s stake sale is progressing well, as reported by Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Secretary of the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM). This development marks a significant step in the strategic disinvestment…
Raamdeo Agrawal, the Chairman and Co-Founder of Motilal Oswal Financial Services, provided the following key insights on the pre-budget market conditions: The market is an “approximate machine” that goes up and down in an unpredictable manner. It may go up 5 steps, then down 4 steps, then up 7 steps, and then down 4 steps….
The Indian equity market experienced one of its most remarkable weeks of 2024, with the Nifty and Sensex indices hitting unprecedented highs of 24,592.20 and 80,893.51, respectively. They closed the week at 24,502.15 and 80,519.34, reflecting gains of 0.73% for the Nifty and 0.65% for the Sensex. This marked the sixth consecutive week of gains…
In a free trade agreement (FTA), two or more trading partners either significantly reduce or eliminate customs duties on the maximum number of goods traded between them. Additionally, they ease norms to promote and facilitate trade in services and investments. India and UK’s Commitment to FTA Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Wednesday…
The Finance Ministry has wrapped up its pre-budget consultations, engaging with ten crucial stakeholder groups, including agriculture, education, health, MSME, energy, and infrastructure sectors. These discussions, involving over 120 invitees, began on June 19 and concluded on July 5, highlighting concerns around jobs and growth for the upcoming budget. The first full budget of the…
European stocks are poised for a strong start on Friday as attention centers on the U.K.’s general election. Futures for major indices, including the DAX, CAC, and FTSE, are trading higher, reflecting investor optimism. Specifically, the DAX futures are up by 0.24%, CAC by 0.53%, and FTSE by 0.33%. Market Update: Benchmark Indices Decline As…
