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Government Advances PSU Bank Disinvestment, Set to Appoint Advisers for Stake Sale

Government Advances PSU Bank Disinvestment, Set to Appoint Advisers for Stake Sale

#PSUBankReforms #DisinvestmentDrive #BankingSector #GovernmentPolicy #PublicSectorBanks #IndianEconomy #BankOfMaharashtra #IOB #UCOBank Mumbai: In a significant move towards banking sector reforms and public sector disinvestment, the Government of India is preparing to dilute its stakes in five public sector banks (PSBs). These include Bank of Maharashtra, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), UCO Bank, Central Bank of India, and Punjab and Sind Bank. On July 8, an inter-ministerial group (IMG) is scheduled to meet to finalise the appointment of transaction advisers—both technical and legal—who will be responsible for guiding the strategic execution of this stake sale. This step marks the formal initiation of a complex…
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Mainboard IPOs Make a Strong Comeback: Signal of India’s Market Resilience and Economic Confidence

Mainboard IPOs Make a Strong Comeback: Signal of India’s Market Resilience and Economic Confidence

#MainboardIPO #IndiaMarkets #IPOBoom #MarketResilience #ConsumerDiscretionary #SMEIPO #EquityMarkets #InvestmentTrends #SEBI #IndianEconomy #RetailInvestors #NSEEMERGE Chandigarh — After a two-month lull, Mainboard Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) have roared back to life, underscoring investor confidence and India’s enduring market strength amid complex global conditions. The Indian primary equity market regained its footing in May 2025, with three Mainboard IPOs collectively raising around ₹5,250 crore, each averaging an issue size of approximately ₹1,750 crore. This marked a significant turnaround from the previous months, which saw no Mainboard IPO activity. The broader revival of IPO momentum has been buoyed by an improving macroeconomic backdrop—marked by early signs…
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SEBI Report Reveals Retail Traders Lost Over ₹1 Lakh Crore in FY25 in Derivatives Market: A Wake-Up Call for Investor Protection

SEBI Report Reveals Retail Traders Lost Over ₹1 Lakh Crore in FY25 in Derivatives Market: A Wake-Up Call for Investor Protection

#SEBIReport #RetailInvestorLosses #DerivativeTrading #FuturesAndOptions #InvestorProtection #FOMarket #FinancialLiteracy #SEBIIndia Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released a sobering study on the equity derivatives segment, painting a troubling picture of the financial toll on retail investors. According to SEBI’s findings, individual traders lost a staggering ₹1.06 lakh crore in FY25 from trading in Futures and Options (F&O), despite a notable decline in retail participation and turnover. This marks a 41% increase from the ₹74,812 crore lost in FY24, further reinforcing the structural risks associated with the F&O market. Retail Participation Falls, But Losses Deepen The report indicates that…
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Bank of Baroda Waives Charges on Non-Maintenance of Minimum Balance in Savings Accounts: A Step Towards Inclusive Banking

Bank of Baroda Waives Charges on Non-Maintenance of Minimum Balance in Savings Accounts: A Step Towards Inclusive Banking

#BankOfBaroda #CustomerFirst #InclusiveBanking #MinimumBalanceWaiver #FinancialInclusion #DigitalIndia #SavingsAccount #BankingNews #PublicSectorBanks #ChandigarhNews #NoMorePenalty #BankingForAll #IndiaBanking #BoBUpdates #SmartBanking Chandigarh: In a significant move aimed at enhancing customer convenience and promoting financial inclusion, Bank of Baroda (BoB)—one of India’s leading public sector banks—has announced the waiver of charges for non-maintenance of the Monthly Average Balance (MAB) in all standard savings accounts, effective July 1, 2025. This decision is a part of the Bank’s broader strategy to offer more customer-centric, inclusive, and accessible banking services to the Indian population. Under the new policy, Bank of Baroda customers maintaining regular savings accounts will no longer be…
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Smartworks Coworking Spaces IPO Opens July 10; Price Band Set at ₹387–407 per Share

Smartworks Coworking Spaces IPO Opens July 10; Price Band Set at ₹387–407 per Share

#SmartworksIPO #CoworkingIPO #StartupIndia #FlexibleWorkspace #IPOAlert #IndianStockMarket #RealEstateTech #SmartworksListing Chandigarh: Smartworks Coworking Spaces, a leading provider of managed office solutions, has officially announced the launch of its initial public offering (IPO), opening for subscription on July 10 and closing on July 14. The company has set a price band of ₹387 to ₹407 per share, with a minimum bid lot of 36 shares and in multiples thereafter. This IPO marks a significant milestone for Smartworks as it attempts to capitalize on the post-pandemic boom in flexible and managed office spaces across India. 💼 Revised IPO Details and Market Valuation Smartworks has…
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Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on “Anti‑American” BRICS Allies — Market Ripples Follow

Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on “Anti‑American” BRICS Allies — Market Ripples Follow

#BRICS #TrumpTariffs #TradeWar #USChina #GlobalMarkets #DollarDominance #DeDollarization #EconomicPolicy #MarketUpdate #GeoEconomics Mumbai: In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that any nation aligning with what he termed “Anti‑American policies” of the BRICS bloc will face an additional 10% unilateral tariff. In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned: “Any Country aligning themselves with the Anti‑American policies of BRICS, will be charged an ADDITIONAL 10% Tariff. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” The announcement comes hot on the heels of Monday’s BRICS summit in Rio…
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Annual Report Card: ICICI Prudential, HDFC, and SBI Lead India’s Mutual Fund AUM Surge; Industry Grows 22% YoY

Annual Report Card: ICICI Prudential, HDFC, and SBI Lead India’s Mutual Fund AUM Surge; Industry Grows 22% YoY

#MutualFundsIndia #AUMGrowth #ICICIPru #HDFCMF #SBIMF #InvestmentTrends #SIPIndia #RetailInvestors #DigitalFinance #ETFs #PassiveInvesting #FinancialInclusion #IndiaGrowthStory #WealthCreation #FintechIndia #MutualFundsSahiHai Mumbai — India’s mutual fund industry continues its phenomenal ascent, growing by a staggering 22% year-on-year. According to the latest annual data released by AMFI (Association of Mutual Funds in India), the Assets Under Management (AUM) of the Indian mutual fund industry increased from ₹58.96 lakh crore in FY24 to ₹72.14 lakh crore in FY25, showcasing strong investor confidence, robust economic fundamentals, and consistent equity market performance. Among the biggest contributors to this surge were industry giants ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund, HDFC Mutual Fund,…
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India’s Mutual Fund Industry Set to Cross ₹130 Lakh Crore AUM by FY30: Bajaj Finserv AMC

India’s Mutual Fund Industry Set to Cross ₹130 Lakh Crore AUM by FY30: Bajaj Finserv AMC

#IndianEconomy #MutualFundsIndia #InvestmentGrowth #BajajFinservAMC #GDPGrowth #FinanceNews #MutualFundAUM Mumbai, July 6, 2025 — The Indian mutual fund industry is poised for unprecedented growth over the next five years, with assets under management (AUM) projected to cross ₹130 lakh crore by FY2030, according to Ganesh Mohan, CEO of Bajaj Finserv Asset Management Company (AMC). This ambitious outlook reflects India’s accelerating economic momentum, evolving financial habits, and a conducive regulatory environment that continues to deepen the reach of mutual funds across the country. Mohan, speaking at an industry event, emphasized that India’s mutual fund industry is mirroring the trajectory seen in China a…
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Capital Gains Tax in India Explained: What You Pay on Property, Stocks, and Mutual Funds

Capital Gains Tax in India Explained: What You Pay on Property, Stocks, and Mutual Funds

#CapitalGainsTax #TaxPlanning #MutualFundTaxation #RealEstateTax #EquityTaxation #FinancialFreedom Chandigarh | July 6, 2025 Whether you’re selling a piece of real estate, exiting a stock investment, or redeeming mutual fund units, capital gains tax is a key part of your financial journey. Understanding how capital gains are calculated and taxed is crucial for preserving your returns and optimizing your tax liability. Capital gains tax is levied when you sell a capital asset — such as property, stocks, or mutual funds — at a profit. But the rate of tax you pay depends primarily on: The type of asset sold The duration for which…
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India’s First Defence Mutual Fund Turns Two: HDFC Defence Fund Delivers Nearly 60% Return Since Launch

India’s First Defence Mutual Fund Turns Two: HDFC Defence Fund Delivers Nearly 60% Return Since Launch

#HDFCDefenceFund #DefenceMutualFund #IndiaDefence #SectoralFunds #MutualFundsIndia #AtmanirbharBharat By Lavanya Singla | July 6, 2025 India’s pioneering sectoral mutual fund dedicated to the defence and allied industries — the HDFC Defence Fund — has completed two years since its inception, and it’s doing more than just making headlines. As of May 30, 2025, the fund has delivered a stellar return of 57.71% since launch, outperforming traditional large-cap indices and shining a spotlight on the country’s growing defence sector. Launched on June 2, 2023, by HDFC Mutual Fund, the scheme is India’s first and only mutual fund specifically targeting companies involved in defence…
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