‘Targeted incentives such as capital subsidies, premium rebates linked to fleet size, and upfront payment relaxations are critical to de-risk adoption’

CreditAccess Grameen secured a $100 million dual-currency syndicated loan led by Standard Chartered, upgraded from $70 million, involving seven South Asian and Far Eastern banks to fund social projects.

Acme Solar stock: Acme Solar gained 18% in a month after reporting strong Q4 results, improved power generation, and a 55% rise in output. The firm expanded capacity to 2,806 MW and raised fresh equity via IPO, with analysts forecasting strong growth till FY28.

SEBI issues ₹5.35 crore recovery notices to OPG Securities and directors for unfair trade practices, warning of asset attachment

Equity mutual funds experience lowest inflow in 13 months, with SIP contributions remaining robust in May

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While the Sensex dipped 53 points to 82,391 on Tuesday, nine BSE 200 stocks hit their 52-week highs. These gains signal bullish momentum, with stocks like Bharat Electronics, Max Financial, and SBI Cards posting sharp monthly advances, boosting investor sentiment.

DFCC Bank PLC became the first foreign corporation to list green bonds on NSE IX at GIFT IFSC, raising LKR 2.5 billion for solar energy projects. This supports Sri Lanka’s renewable goals and strengthens regional sustainable finance partnerships between India and Sri Lanka under IFSCA’s green finance vision.

Gold prices slipped Rs 110 to Rs 97,670 per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday due to persistent selling by jewellers and stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association.

Sebi has sent notices to stock broker OPG Securities and its directors asking them to pay Rs 5.35 crore, in a case of unfair access to secondary market servers in connection with the NSE co-location issue, and warned of attachment of assets as well as bank accounts if they fail to make the payment within 15 days.

Sensex closed slightly lower while Nifty remained flat. Power stocks surged, led by RattanIndia and Reliance Power. Jindal Saw gained on expansion news. Realty stocks declined despite broader market stability.

By unlocking bank funds, the RBI is betting that cheaper credit will revive urban demand, stimulate SME investment, and complement the rural boost — helping broaden the economic recovery.

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As of now, India’s household debt is at a relatively low level, 42%, compared to 49.1% for other emerging market economies (EMEs)

Sensex closes lower after 4-day rally, Nifty gains slightly; investors cautious amid global cues and trade talks

There is a perception that equities are too expensive and amid geopolitical tensions, there is a growing scepticism among investors. Additionally, there were other asset classes – short term debt and gold – which did well

The Nifty Bank index closed 0.37 per cent down at 56629.1.

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Rupee strengthens against U.S. dollar due to foreign capital inflows, but faces resistance from mixed market sentiment

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The Nifty Realty index closed 1.14 per cent down at 1026.3.

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The benchmark BSE Sensex closed marginally lower on Tuesday, while the broader NSE Nifty 50 ended unchanged, as profit booking in financial stocks outweighed optimism stemming from U.S.-China trade talks and policy support from the Reserve Bank of India.

Agri commodity trading firm IFL Enterprises on Tuesday said its board has approved to raise up to Rs 49.14 crore through a rights issue of equity shares.

AU Small Finance Bank received a ‘Hold’ rating with Rs 794 target from Asit Mehta, citing strong growth, secured loan base, and potential universal bank license as key catalysts for future expansion and margin protection.

Adani Power shares rallied 12% in five sessions, defying market weakness despite mixed Q4 results. Gains were driven by new orders, expansion plans, and positive technical indicators, including support above key moving averages and bullish MACD signals.

The rally in Tata Power stocks came amid robust volumes and positive sentiment following operational milestones, including a 4 GW production mark by its solar unit and record rooftop solar installations.

The rally in RattanIndia Power stock comes despite the absence of any known trigger, prompting the BSE to seek a formal clarification from the company. The stock has been gaining for four straight sessions, with a cumulative 26% rise even as its long-term performance remains muted.

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WazirX saw its proposed restructuring plan shot down by the Singapore High Court

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Bajaj Finance has announced a stock split and bonus issue. The stock split ratio is 1:2. The bonus issue ratio stands at 4:1. June 16 is the record date for both corporate actions. Shareholders with shares by June 13 are eligible. The allotment is expected on or before June 27.

The Rs 61.62 crore Sacheerome IPO consists entirely of a fresh issue of 60.41 lakh shares. Retail investors must apply for a minimum of 1,200 shares, translating to an investment of at least Rs 1,22,400. The issue opened for subscription on June 9 and will close on June 11.

Deven Choksey, MD of DRChoksey FinServ, says private sector insurance companies are relatively more favourable from a growth perspective. Valuation-wise, some of them have already started scaling up. There is good potential in the likes of SBI and HDFC Life and also Bajaj Life Insurance business. He likes those businesses from an investment perspective.

Punita Kumar Sinha suggests focusing on quality, defensives, and FMCG, anticipating a boost from a better monsoon. She recommends a domestic-focused portfolio including financials, particularly NBFCs benefiting from a recovering rural economy. While IT valuations are reasonable, a catalyst for increased spending remains uncertain due to ongoing trade and immigration concerns.

Grasim Industries shares: Grasim’s foray into the decorative paints segment has outperformed expectations, according to Morgan Stanley. The company has swiftly expanded its manufacturing capacity and distribution network, and now provides a comprehensive product range across the country.

Domestic Institutional Investors are showing strong confidence in Indian stocks. They invested nearly Rs 2.94 lakh crore by early June 2025.

Markets are stable due to the RBI cut and benign macro conditions. Global events like US-China trade talks and internal US economic softening are key factors. India faces mixed economic data, with positives like rate cuts and good monsoons balanced by concerns about valuations and geopolitics. Market momentum exists, but choppiness is expected. Valuations are neutral to high.

A short buildup suggests that traders are anticipating further price declines and are establishing short positions.

European stocks were steady on Tuesday, shrugging off modest losses from the previous session, as investors stayed on edge awaiting fresh signals from the second day of tense U.S.-China trade negotiations.

12 retail investor favourites rally over 50% in just two months of FY26, led by Premier Explosives, Data Patterns, and Ideaforge.

IPO approvals have been granted to four companies: Kent RO Systems, Vidya Wires, Karamtara Engineering, and Mangal Electrical Industries. Their planned public offerings, comprising a combination of fresh issues and offers for sale, represent a diverse range of sectors—including water purifiers, kitchen appliances, transformers, and specialty wires.

Bitcoin surged past $110,000 amidst anticipation for US inflation data and US-China trade discussions. Ethereum and several altcoins, including Solana and Cardano, also experienced significant gains. Market sentiment was boosted by easing geopolitical tensions and substantial institutional investment, potentially paving the way for new all-time highs for Bitcoin.

According to Deven Choksey, most of the platform companies from investment perspective are quoting at a fancy valuations given that they have been succeeding with the price hike and the charges. But these fancy valuations might get affected if competition like JioMart could start penetrating faster and could possibly create disruption with them.

Five stocks saw long buildups on June 10 as rising open interest and prices signaled bullish sentiment in F&O trade.

Swaminathan Aiyar warns that US-China trade talks remain uncertain, with tariffs likely to persist. India must strengthen rare earth capacity and stay assertive amid global supply shifts and Trump’s unpredictable policies.

Senior citizens can earn up to 7.95% interest on fixed deposits in June 2025, with top PSU banks offering special schemes across mid-term tenures and limited-period offers.

Hindustan Zinc shares surged 16.8% in four sessions, driven by a sharp rally in silver prices, which hit all-time highs on MCX. As the world’s third-largest silver producer, the company benefits from rising demand amid geopolitical tensions and dollar weakness.

‘India is seeing renewed overseas inflows and the government is open to suggestions and will adopt new measures to promote FDI in the country,’ said Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal in Switzerland’s capital city, where he is on an official tour.

Jindal Saw shares: On Monday, June 9, Jindal Saw announced that its board had approved three overseas investments totaling up to $118 million, as part of its strategy to expand its presence in the iron and steel industry across the region.

In May, equity mutual funds reported their lowest net inflows in a year at ₹19,013.12 crore, down 21.66% from the previous month.

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United Spirits shares: According to the report, Diageo is considering several options regarding its stake in the prominent cricket franchise, which it holds via United Spirits. The British liquor major is said to be in talks with advisers to assess the possibility of selling either a partial or complete stake in RCB.

Coforge shares: The brokerage expressed continued confidence in Coforge’s strong growth potential and margin improvement. It also highlighted the company’s optimistic management outlook, noting the absence of macroeconomic challenges that have affected other firms in the sector.

The Nifty Auto index was trading 0.17 per cent up at 23818.0.

Karthik Kumar of Axis Mutual Funds says the trickle-down effect of the rate cuts we will see a few months down the line. The earning outlook would improve in four to six months and at that time the market will start trending upwards. The macros for FIIs – in terms of expected policy path for interest rates in the US, the dollar weakness -- to some extent are positive from a flow perspective.

JP Power Share: On the technical charts, the RSI of the stock stood at 73.47.

Gold June futures at MCX opened lower by Rs 723 at Rs 96,397/10 grams. Silver July futures also dipped by Rs 563 to Rs 1,06,524/kg after reaching an all-time high. Despite settling positively on Monday, both metals experienced volatility due to ongoing US-China trade talks and a weaker dollar. Analysts expect continued fluctuations this week

Gold June futures at MCX opened lower by Rs 723 at Rs 96,397/10 grams. Silver July futures also dipped by Rs 563 to Rs 1,06,524/kg after reaching an all-time high. Despite settling positively on Monday, both metals experienced volatility due to ongoing US-China trade talks and a weaker dollar. Analysts expect continued fluctuations this week

Jainik Power Cables has launched its ₹51.3 crore IPO, open for subscription from June 11 to June 12, with a price band of ₹100–110 per share.

Reliance Power surged 4.8% to a 52-week high, extending its strong rally driven by project wins, equity infusion, court relief, and a return to profitability in Q4 FY25. The company secured major solar-BESS projects, raised Rs 348 crore via preferential allotments, and posted a net profit of Rs 126 crore. Technical indicators signal strong momentum despite overbought conditions.

In a now-viral tweet, Kiyosaki noted that the unrest extends beyond the United States, highlighting increasing turmoil in countries like Japan, China, and France. He suggested that the world may be heading into a phase of broad-based instability.

Oswal Pumps has set the price band for its Rs 1,387.34 crore IPO at Rs 584–614 per share. The issue opens on June 13 and includes a fresh issue of Rs 890 crore and a Rs 497.34 crore OFS by promoter Vivek Gupta. Anchor bidding starts June 12, and the allotment is expected by June 18, with listing on June 20.

MSMEs must prioritize understanding the creditworthiness of key individuals like proprietors and directors, as their financial credibility significantly influences business operations and lender trust. Access to adequate funding is essential for growth, and credit reports can help assess risk.

The Nifty Pharma index was trading 0.19 per cent up at 21867.65.

Brokerages have initiated bullish coverage on seven companies across sectors, projecting up to 34% upside. Emkay Global sees strong potential in Aditya Birla Real Estate, citing a robust project pipeline and targeting Rs 3,300. Swiggy earned an ‘Overweight’ rating from Morgan Stanley, backed by improving execution and growth in quick-commerce.

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Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) purchased equities worth ₹1,992.87 crore on a net basis on Monday, according to exchange data.

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Indian government bond prices rose on Tuesday after two sessions of decline, with the 10-year bond yield at 6.686%. Traders expect continued consolidation amid a neutral stance from the Reserve Bank of India, which limits further rate cut expectations.

Grasim Industries surged 4.4% on Tuesday after Morgan Stanley upgraded the stock to ‘Overweight’ and raised its target price to Rs 3,500, implying a 28.5% upside. The brokerage also named it a “top pick,” citing strong prospects in the paints segment, which has exceeded expectations since launch, and highlighted multiple growth opportunities driving long-term value.

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The Nifty Realty index was trading 0.09 per cent up at 1039.1.

Despite strong Q4FY25 earnings by several companies in ace investor Ashish Kacholia’s portfolio, stock prices tell a different story in 2025. An ETMarkets analysis of 29 of his holdings reveals that while 16 firms posted YoY profit growth—some exceeding 700%—18 stocks have declined up to 37% this calendar year.

The rupee rose 8 paise to 85.58 against the US dollar, supported by positive equity markets and foreign inflows. However, rising crude oil prices and a stronger dollar capped gains, with forecasts suggesting a trading range of 85.45 to 85.95.

ICICI Securities maintains an Add call on Sobha, revising the target price to Rs 1,519. Despite a YoY decline in FY25 sales bookings, the brokerage anticipates significant growth, projecting Rs 96 billion in FY26E and Rs 109 billion in FY27E. This optimism stems from substantial unreleased inventory and upcoming project launches, driving an upward revision of sales booking estimates.

If you look at the backdrop of past few weeks, things have been moving in the positive direction whether it is the government data, whether this is news regarding monsoons, and now the interest rate cut by RBI has been better than what the markets anticipated.

Technology, pharma, and small-cap equity mutual funds experienced losses of up to 7% in 2025, with technology funds declining the most due to global tech fatigue and valuation concerns. Experts suggest a cautious approach, recommending diversified equity funds for technology and staggered investments for pharma, while advising SIPs for small-cap funds due to earnings volatility.

Despite retail investors pumping money into smallcap stocks amid a ₹13 lakh crore rally, Q4FY25 earnings paint a worrisome picture. Data from JM Financial and Motilal Oswal show that smallcaps recorded the highest proportion of earnings misses, with 31% of companies underperforming and overall PAT plunging 16% YoY. Experts caution that smallcaps remain overvalued relative to earnings, urging selective stock picking over broad-based exposure.

Stock Market Today: The early gains in the Indian stock market followed optimism around US-China trade talks and domestic policy measures.

Stock Market Today: Domestic benchmark indices showed a mixed trend in early trade on Tuesday. Weakness in banking and FMCG stocks was offset by buying interest in IT, metal, and auto sectors.

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Indian markets are expected to trade higher on Tuesday, supported by firm global cues and bullish options data, with Nifty holding above 25,000; experts suggest selective stock picks for short-term gains.

Premier Energies shares will be in focus after reports that South Asia Growth Fund II Holdings plans to offload up to 2.5 crore shares—around 5.5% of its equity—via block deals. The floor price is set at Rs 1,051.50 per share, with a 150-day lock-in on further sales. The fund currently holds an 11.1% stake in the company.

BEML shares are set to be in focus after the company signed three licensing agreements with DRDO’s VRDE to manufacture key support systems for the Indian Army’s Armoured Corps. The deal includes indigenous production of UMV, URV for the Arjun tank, and a 70-tonne tank trailer, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision for defence self-reliance.

Indian investors are now more mature. They are accepting market ups and downs. They are investing for the long run. SIP investments are strong. Passive funds are becoming popular. Defence sector is growing due to government support and new technology. Groww Asset Management focuses on long-term investments. Geopolitical issues are impacting global markets. India is doing well.

Manish Jain from Mirae Asset Capital Markets highlights AI, defense, digital economy, semiconductors, and renewables as key sectors for long-term wealth creation in India. He suggests that tariff war fears are not the main volatility driver, but geopolitics and earnings shocks could be.

ITD Cementation India has secured a contract worth approximately Rs 893 crore for constructing Berth & Breakwater at a Greenfield Captive Jetty in Odisha. The project, part of its routine business, further strengthens ITD’s position in maritime infrastructure and EPC services, the company said in a filing.

ITD Cementation India has secured a contract worth approximately Rs 893 crore for constructing Berth & Breakwater at a Greenfield Captive Jetty in Odisha. The project, part of its routine business, further strengthens ITD’s position in maritime infrastructure and EPC services, the company said in a filing.

Protean eGov Technologies has secured a Rs 100 crore work order from the Bima Sugam India Federation to serve as the Technology Solution Provider for its unified digital insurance marketplace. The 72-month domestic contract involves end-to-end development, integration, and support of the platform, strengthening Protean’s position in India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) ecosystem.

Protean eGov Technologies has secured a Rs 100 crore work order from the Bima Sugam India Federation to serve as the Technology Solution Provider for its unified digital insurance marketplace. The 72-month domestic contract involves end-to-end development, integration, and support of the platform, strengthening Protean’s position in India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) ecosystem.

Jana Small Finance Bank has applied to the RBI for a universal banking licence. Calling it a key milestone, the bank said the move underscores its focus on financial inclusion and sustainable banking. Since becoming an SFB in 2017, it has built a strong retail and MSME presence with solid asset quality and digital infrastructure.

Jana Small Finance Bank has applied to the RBI for a universal banking licence. Calling it a key milestone, the bank said the move underscores its focus on financial inclusion and sustainable banking. Since becoming an SFB in 2017, it has built a strong retail and MSME presence with solid asset quality and digital infrastructure.

Top investors such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and a clutch of mutual funds acquired a 1.45% stake in Suzlon Energy through block deals worth Rs 1,309 crore. As per NSE data, over 19.81 crore shares changed hands at an average price of Rs 66.05 apiece.

The Indian Army eyes a ₹30,000 crore proposal to acquire three Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) regiments, enhancing air defence capabilities along critical borders.

Defence stocks rallied up to 2% on Tuesday after reports said the Indian Army is planning to acquire indigenous QRSAM systems worth Rs 30,000 crore. Data Patterns and BDL led the gains, while BEL hit a record high. The Defence Ministry may soon approve the purchase of three QRSAM regiments developed by DRDO for border deployment.

Defence stocks rallied up to 5% on Tuesday after reports said the Indian Army is planning to acquire indigenous QRSAM systems worth Rs 30,000 crore. Data Patterns and BDL led the gains, while BEL hit a record high. The Defence Ministry may soon approve the purchase of three QRSAM regiments developed by DRDO for border deployment.

Tracking these stakeholder changes can offer investors valuable insights into shifting market sentiment, sectoral trends, and the conviction of informed institutional players. LIC, in particular, stands out among institutional investors for its scale and long-term investment strategy.

Azim Premji Trust sold over 20 crore shares worth Rs 5,057 crore via a block deal. Buyers included Hasham Traders and Prazim Traders. The shares were sold at Rs 250 apiece — a 0.6% premium over Friday’s closing price of Rs 248.59.

Brokerages have maintained a positive outlook on select frontline and midcap stocks, citing strong fundamentals, earnings visibility, and growth potential for the next 12 months.

Tata Elxsi shares will trade ex-dividend from June 11, 2025, with a final dividend of ₹75 per share; June 10 is the last day to buy shares and be eligible for the payout.

The U.S. dollar remained stable amid ongoing trade discussions between Washington and Beijing. Investors are cautious, awaiting the U.S. inflation report. Top economic officials are trying to resolve trade disputes. The markets are reacting to the lack of concrete details from the talks. Focus is now shifting to the upcoming consumer price index report.

Gold prices held steady as investors closely monitored U.S.-China trade talks in London, assessing progress in resolving their trade dispute. Discussions encompassed tariffs and rare earth restrictions, impacting global economic growth. Investors are also anticipating U.S. inflation data, which could influence expectations for potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Oil prices saw a slight increase as investors awaited the results of U.S.-China trade discussions, which could potentially reduce trade tensions and boost fuel demand. While Iran plans to present a counter-proposal for a nuclear deal, disagreements with the U.S. persist over uranium enrichment.

Indian fertilizer and chemical sectors have seen gains, but face challenges. Rising raw material costs like rock phosphate and sulphur are squeezing margins, despite government subsidy increases. While low fertilizer inventories may boost demand, chemical exports are declining. Analysts suggest a cautious outlook, highlighting margin pressures and monitoring input costs, crop prices, and export market recovery.

Silver is poised for a potential record-breaking surge, surpassing $36 per ounce for the first time in 13 years, driven by technical strength and a weakening dollar. Analysts anticipate silver outperforming gold, potentially reaching $50 by year-end. Favorable technical patterns and expectations of easing trade tensions further fuel the bullish outlook for the white metal.

Speaking at an event on financial inclusion, Rao raised concerns about the persistent challenges the microfinance sector faces, including a vicious cycle of over-indebtedness, high interest rates, and harsh recovery practices. "While some moderation in interest rates charged on microfinance loans has been observed in recent quarters, pockets of high interest rates and elevated margins continue to persist," he said.

While Felix Pharmaceuticals achieved its first U.S. FDA approval in 2020, it has quickly scaled to a 14 commercialised product portfolio and has several others in advanced stages of pipeline.

During 2024-25, the bank earned a record net profit of ₹70,901 crore, as against ₹61,077 crore in the preceding year, registering a 16 increase

Despite remaining among the top 5 FDI destinations in the last 10 years, Delhi’s share fell to 12% in 2024-25 from 32% in 2015-16, while Maharashtra grew from 24% in 2015-16 to 39% in 2024-25; experts attribute gravitation to ‘predictable returns’

“The valuations of the market are expensive and of many ‘narrative’ stocks bizarre after the sharp recovery in the market in the past 4-5 weeks” Kotak Institutional Equities said.

Wipro share sale: Azim Premji Trust sold 20.23 crore Wipro shares for ₹5,057 crore via block deals on Monday. Hasham Traders and Prazim Traders acquired the stake, while Wipro stock closed higher post the deal amid strong Q4 earnings and stable outlook.

Warner Bros Discovery said it would split into two publicly traded companies, separating its studios and streaming business from its fading cable television networks as the parent of HBO and CNN looks to compete better in the streaming era.

Markets regulator Sebi on Monday proposed to revise the existing frequently asked questions (FAQs) and introduce additional ones to incorporate consequential and regulatory changes arising from recent amendments to the Research Analysts (RA) norms.

Markets extended gains for the fourth day as RBI’s 50-bps rate cut lifted sentiment. The Nifty broke past consolidation, supported by IT, auto, and pharma stocks, with bullish technical indicators pointing to further upside toward 25,700.