The Nifty Smallcap 100 Index is a benchmark that tracks the performance of 100 small-cap stocks listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). It reflects the behaviour of the small-cap segment, making it an important reference for investors evaluating smaller companies in the financial market. The index is computed using the free-float market capitalisation method, …
India’s housing finance sector is poised for significant expansion, with projections indicating a doubling of its market size from ₹33 lakh crore (US$ 378 billion) to ₹81 lakh crore (US$ 928 billion) over the next 5 years. This growth is underpinned by structural demand, favourable policy incentives, and a shift towards higher-value housing loans. Banks …
India’s semiconductor industry is poised for substantial growth, with projections indicating a market size of ₹3,47,800 crore (US$ 40 billion) by 2030. This expansion is primarily driven by developments in the supply chain ecosystem, particularly the availability of chemicals and gases essential for chip manufacturing. According to the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA), the …
With the formal setup of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) on the horizon, central government employees are eagerly awaiting an increase in their Dearness Allowance (DA), as per news report. The hike, which is typically announced in March and implemented from January, is determined by the All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers …
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been actively conducting USD/INR buy-sell swaps to infuse durable liquidity into the banking system. This strategy has had a ripple effect on corporate borrowing, making external funding more attractive for Indian businesses. A buy-sell swap involves the RBI purchasing US dollars in the spot market while simultaneously selling …
As of 10:33 AM on March 10, 2025, the BSE Sensex was trading 245 points higher above the 74,570 level. Despite the positive movement, the valuation of the index remains subdued, with its price-to-earnings (PE) ratio at 20.69x as of March 7, 2025. This is a notable drop from its September 26, 2024 high of …
The Nifty Bank Index consists of the most liquid and large Indian banking stocks, serving as a key benchmark for tracking the performance of the banking sector in the Indian capital market. The index includes a maximum of 12 companies listed on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE). Intraday Performance on March 10, 2025 …
The NSE benchmark Nifty50 began the session on a negative note but swiftly recovered after initial volatility. As a result, the index surged to a fresh 10-day high of 22,669 as of 9:54 AM on March 10, 2025. Currently, the Nifty50 is trading up by 116 points or 0.50% at 22,669. Top Gainers and Losers …
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Friday announced an extension of the deadline for submitting public comments on its proposed guidelines for the treatment of unclaimed funds and securities lying with brokers. Initially, the markets regulator had sought comments by March 4, 2025, but has now extended the timeline to March 31, …
Foreign investors have continued their retreat from the Indian equity markets, pulling out ₹24,753 crore (approximately USD 2.8 billion) in the first week of March. This marks the 13th consecutive week of net outflows, reflecting growing concerns over escalating global trade tensions and underwhelming corporate earnings. Sustained Outflows in 2025 The latest outflow follows a …
