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Indian household savings through securities markets nearly doubled to ₹6.91 lakh crore in FY25, driven by mutual fund inflows of ₹5.13 lakh crore, as households continued selling direct equity for a third consecutive year.

Reliance Industries has slowed Jio Platforms IPO preparations as the Iran war weakens Indian markets and complicates valuation. The deal could raise up to $4 billion if it proceeds.

SEBI has proposed a framework allowing salaried employees to invest in mutual funds directly through automatic payroll salary deductions.

Nuvama expects Trent to exit the Sensex in the June 2026 rejig, with Hindalco or Shriram Finance as likely replacements. Passive flows of up to $445 million are estimated depending on which stock enters.

NCDEX launched India’s first rainfall-based weather derivatives contract to support businesses and farmers manage monsoon-related financial risks.

India’s gold loan market rose fast in FY26. It grew 50% and reached ₹19 lakh crore. More households are using gold jewellery now. They are taking quick secured loans against it. Read more about the lending shift and market trends.

RBI is set to pump $5 billion into the banking system through a forex swap auction as the rupee stays under pressure.

Parle Industries shares hit a 5% upper circuit after Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Melody toffees to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during his Italy visit. The rally came despite Parle Industries having no connection with the Melody candy brand, manufactured by Parle Products.

The Indian stock market indices traded higher after market opening on Thursday morning. Global markets also gave positive cues as there was news of peace talks between the US and Iran.

Indian markets rebounded sharply as easing oil prices lifted sentiment. Bosch India, Aditya Birla Capital, TeamLease and Honeywell posted key developments, while Jubilant FoodWorks and Whirlpool reported weak quarterly performances.

SEBI has clarified that Non-Discretionary PMS clients can pledge securities held in their demat accounts for personal borrowing arrangements. The regulator said such pledges are allowed as long as they are initiated solely by the client.

The Sensex and the Nifty 50 ended Wednesday’s trading session in the positive territory. Broader markets also closed in the green.

Bank of America’s latest survey shows inflation has emerged as the biggest threat to global markets, even as fund managers turn risk-on, cut cash holdings, and remain heavily positioned in semiconductor stocks.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises reported a Q4 FY26 net loss of ₹104 crore as revenue weakened across advertising and services segments. The company also announced a proposed final dividend of ₹2 per share.

FIIs have sharply reduced exposure to India’s biggest blue-chip stocks over the last four years, with the top 10 holdings now accounting for just 21.3% of foreign portfolios versus 40.9% in March 2022. Banking and IT giants such as HDFC Bank, Infosys and TCS have seen the steepest cuts.

Indian equities were largely unchanged by late morning, with the Nifty and Sensex moving in a narrow range as US–Iran tensions kept sentiment subdued.

Eureka Forbes reported a 3% rise in Q4 FY26 profit, while revenue grew over 11%, driven by strong demand for water purifiers and emerging product categories. The company also posted double-digit revenue growth for the full financial year.

Zydus Lifesciences announced a ₹1,100 crore buyback after strong Q4 earnings, with revenue rising 16% and profit topping estimates. Find out how the market reacted and what it means for shareholders.

Donald Trump’s portfolio executed over 3,600 stock trades worth more than USD 100 million in Q1, including Nvidia and defence stocks, triggering ethics concerns over investments tied to presidential policy decisions.

SEBI has proposed replacing the centralised STP hub with a direct API-based system to improve institutional trade processing efficiency and reduce risks. Read more to understand the proposed changes.

India is evaluating a $1 billion incentive programme to boost private-sector adoption of electric buses and trucks, as the government looks to cut fossil fuel dependence and reduce transport emissions amid the ongoing West Asia crisis. Read ahead to know more.

More IPO-bound companies are opting for the confidential filing route with SEBI amid uncertainty from the West Asia conflict, as it allows them to keep business details private and gives them a longer window to launch their offerings. Read ahead to know more.

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited reported a 28% rise in Q4FY26 profit to ₹5,625 crore on steady revenue growth. Moreover, for FY26, net profit nearly doubled.

Maharashtra has signed MoUs with Reliance Industries, NTPC, Adani Power, and Lalitpur Power Generation Company for nuclear energy investments totalling ₹6.5 lakh crore. The projects are expected to add 25,400 MW of power capacity and create over 1.23 lakh jobs. Read ahead to know more.

The Indian stock market indices opened lower on Wednesday, with both Nifty50 and Sensex dropping over 0.6%. Uncertainty about the Middle East war has not yet subsided, and markets are experiencing extreme volatility.

Kirloskar Industries reported a 15% year-on-year rise in consolidated PAT to ₹111 crore in Q4 FY26. Consolidated total income increased 6% to ₹1,875 crore.

BPCL profit fell sharply on exceptional losses, while Orkla India, Karnataka Bank and Godawari Power posted strong earnings growth. Several firms reported margin pressure, operational weakness, stake acquisitions, dividend announcements and management changes.

Bharat Electronics reported a 5% year-on-year rise in Q4 FY26 PAT to ₹2,203 crore. Revenue from operations increased 12% to ₹10,177 crore.

Sensex slipped 114 points to close at 75,200, while the Nifty 50 ended below 23,650 on 19 May 2026 amid profit booking and mixed global cues. GIFT Nifty at 23,534 signalled a subdued start for Wednesday’s trade.