Bandhan Mutual Fund's Innovation Fund has delivered impressive double-digit gains, outperforming the Nifty 500 TRI significantly since its launch. Prateek Poddar attributes this success to a long-term investment mindset, in-depth research, and diversified stock selection focused on companies demonstrating innovation through profit pool shifts and new product creation. The fund sees consumption as a key driver for future market growth.
Patanjali Foods' shares turned ex-bonus on Thursday, September 11, following a 2:1 bonus issue. Shareholders who held the stock by Wednesday's close are eligible to receive two additional shares for each share owned. While the bonus issue expands holdings, the stock's performance has been mixed, with a year-long decline contrasting recent gains over the past three months.
Attention traders! 37 million JSW Cement shares, representing 3% of equity and valued at $62 million, become available for trading today as the one-month shareholder lock-in period expires. This event, the largest among peers this month, is expected to increase liquidity but could also create downward pressure if investors choose to sell.
Airfloa Rail Technology's SME IPO will launched today. The IPO sees significant investor demand. The company plans to raise approximately Rs 91 crore through a fresh equity sale. The IPO will remain open until September 15. Airfloa manufactures components for Indian Railways and the aerospace and defence sectors.
Global auto brands are now looking at Chinese technology for electric vehicles. Audi already built an EV using Chinese tech. Toyota and Volkswagen also have similar plans. Renault and Ford may develop global models using Chinese platforms. Chinese firms get revenue and global firms get technology. This helps them launch EVs faster amid a price war.
Asian equities displayed mixed performance following Wall Street's rally, fueled by hopes of Federal Reserve rate cuts after a drop in producer prices. US futures saw slight gains as the S&P 500 reached a new record.
IT stocks surged following positive comments from Donald Trump regarding US-India trade negotiations, easing concerns about potential tariffs. Optimism surrounding a possible US Federal Reserve rate cut and Infosys' share buyback further fueled the rally. Investors are anticipating more buybacks from other IT companies, contributing to the sector's positive momentum.
Indian government bonds are poised for a resurgence, with demand expected to pick up from October. Analysts anticipate that benign inflation, resilient fiscal footing, and potential RBI action to address market dislocations will revive demand. Experts suggest that strategic policy interventions and upcoming key events could further soften yields on long bonds.
