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Investors are closely watching Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming speech at the prestigious Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium on Friday. Markets hope it will provide insight into the Fed’s policy direction—particularly regarding the possibility of an interest rate cut when the central bank meets in September. Invest in Indian Markets and Unlock Future Potential With 5paisa! Open Account Now .login-warning { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: space-

India’s banking sector saw average net interest margins (NIMs) narrow to a three-year low of 3.98% in the June quarter, as the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) 100 basis point repo rate cut exerted downward pressure on profitability. This marks a decline from the previous low of 3.82% recorded in March 2022. The fall is attributed to quicker adjustments in lending rates compared to slower declines in deposit costs, squeezing the banks' net margins. Although short-term pressure is anticipated to persist, if deposit rates fall and the RBI decides

India’s IPO market is set for fresh activity with CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions and Sakhiya Skin Clinic filing draft red herring prospectuses (DRHPs) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Both companies plan to raise funds through equity offerings, though they belong to very different sectors—renewable energy and healthcare. CleanMax Enviro’s ₹5,200 Crore IPO Plan CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd, a renewable energy solutions provider, has submitted its DRHP to SEBI proposing an initial public offering (IPO) of ₹5

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is considering extending the tenure of equity derivatives, a move that sparked sharp declines in the shares of key market players, including BSE and Angel One. The proposal was revealed by SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey at FICCI’s 22nd Annual Capital Markets Conference in Mumbai on August 21. Pandey explained that the idea of lengthening the tenure of derivatives is currently in the “thought process” stage and will undergo a consultative approach before implementation. He confirmed that a c

India’s renewable energy sector is preparing for a significant wave of fundraising through initial public offerings (IPOs), with companies expected to raise nearly ₹25,000 crore over the coming months. This comes as the nation accelerates efforts toward meeting its ambitious clean energy goals. Invest in Indian Markets and Unlock Future Potential With 5paisa! Open Account Now .login-warning { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: space-between; background: #f

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have significantly reduced their stake in Indian equities in August, with ownership dropping to a seven-month low, according to data from the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL). This decline reflects deepening concerns over trade tensions, high valuations, and subdued corporate earnings. Sustained Selling Pressure Seen in Equity Markets During the first fortnight of August, FPIs sold equities worth nearly ₹21,000 crore, reversing net injections of ₹17,741 crore in July. This shift marks a sha

Analysts and investors were upbeat on Thursday after the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Group of Ministers (GoM) proposed a full exemption of the 18% GST levied on health and life insurance premiums for individuals. This recommendation aims to make insurance policies more affordable and enhance coverage in a market that remains underinsured. Invest in Indian Markets and Unlock Future Potential With 5paisa! Open Account Now .login-warning { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-c

Silver prices in India witnessed an increase on Thursday, August 21, 2025, with the precious metal now trading at ₹116 per gram and ₹1,16,000 per kilogram. This marks a rise of ₹1 per gram and ₹1,000 per kilogram compared with the previous day, reflecting short-term gains supported by global price movements and currency shifts. Market experts note that silver’s domestic value is influenced by international benchmarks and the rupee–dollar exchange rate. A weaker rupee tends to push local prices higher, while a stronger currency can moderate c