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Global billionaire rankings saw a dip for several top names this week, with Oracle founder Larry Ellison suffering the largest decline. However, domestic markets in India received a major boost from Bihar’s exit polls, which signaled a strong performance for the NDA. The surge in Indian share markets particularly benefited Gautam Adani. Shares across the Adani Group saw significant gains, with flagship company Adani Enterprises jumping 4.98%. As a result, the net worth of Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani increased by $2.15 billion (approximately ₹1,90,55,52,52,500). According to Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Adani’s net worth now stands at $90.8 billion, making him the 19th richest person globally. In 2025 alone, his wealth has risen by $12.1 billion. Adani Group, a conglomerate wit...

New Delhi: India’s leading retail investment platform Groww, through its parent company Billionbrains Garage Ventures Ltd, made a successful stock market debut on Tuesday. Shares listed at ₹114 on BSE, a 14% premium, and at ₹112 on NSE, a 12% premium over the issue price of ₹100. The Grey Market Premium (GMP) had indicated a 5% gain, but the stock opened well above expectations, trading at ₹120.75 at 10:16 am—6.75% higher than the listing price and 20.75% higher than the IPO price. IPO Subscription Details The IPO was open from 4 to 7 November 2025 and witnessed overwhelming investor interest, being subscribed 17.6 times. While only 36.47 crore shares were on offer, bids worth ₹641.86 crore were received. Retail Individual Investors (RII) category: 9.43x subscription (6.63 cro...

Mumbai: Tata Motors’ newly demerged Commercial Vehicles (CV) business made a remarkable debut on the stock market on Tuesday, 12 November 2025, with shares listing on the NSE at ₹335, marking a 28.48% premium over the estimated price of ₹260.75. Analysts see this as a positive signal for the company, with long-term benefits expected from the strategic demerger. Demerger Details The listing follows the demerger of Tata Motors, which became effective on 1 October 2025. Under this scheme, shareholders of Tata Motors received one share of TMCVL for every one share held as of the record date, 14 October 2025. Post-demerger, the Commercial Vehicle division now operates under Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles Limited (TMCVL), while Passenger Vehicles (PV), Electric Vehicles (EVs), and Jagu...

New Delhi: Shares of Atul Auto, the three-wheeler manufacturer in veteran investor Vijay Kedia’s portfolio, gained for the third consecutive day, reflecting strong quarterly performance. On Tuesday, Atul Auto shares jumped over 12% during trading, while in early Wednesday trading on the BSE, the stock rose more than 1% to ₹502.75. The company reported an 80.9% increase in net profit for the second quarter of FY 2026, rising to ₹8.27 crore from ₹4.57 crore in the same period last year. Revenue during the quarter increased 4.49% to ₹92.48 crore, with total operational revenue growing 10% to ₹200.17 crore. Vijay Kedia’s Stake According to BSE filings, Vijay Kedia holds 18.20% of Atul Auto, equivalent to 50,50,505 public equity shares. His investment firm, Kedia Securities Pvt Ltd, al...

S New Delhi: India’s smartphone market recorded its highest sales in the past five years during the third quarter of 2025, driven by strong iPhone sales and the festive shopping season. Although Chinese brands like Vivo and Oppo led in overall unit sales, Apple became the star of the quarter, selling a record 5 million iPhones in India for the first time. This surge also boosted the average selling price of smartphones. Data from IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker shows that total smartphone shipments reached 48 million units, marking a 4.3% increase compared to Q3 2024. The festive season’s growth was attributed to attractive pricing, heavy discounts, and easy payment options. However, demand remained weak in the lower segment (₹9,000–₹18,000) and entry-premium Androi...

He D New Delhi: Shares of Reliance Infrastructure, the company led by industrialist Anil Ambani, witnessed a surprising surge on Tuesday, climbing over 5% in early trading despite weak quarterly results. The company reported its Q2 FY 2026 consolidated net profit fell by more than 50%, dropping to ₹1,911 crore from ₹4,082 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue also declined by 14%, reaching ₹6,235 crore, down from ₹7,258.50 crore in Q2 FY 2025. Despite these disappointing figures, the stock touched an intraday high of ₹183.80. By 12:50 PM, it was trading at ₹181, up 3.4%, pushing the company’s market capitalization to ₹7,394.18 crore. Reliance Infrastructure shares have faced a tough year, falling over 40% so far, including a 30% drop in the past six months. The st...

New Delhi: With the GST rate cuts just before Diwali, the prices of several cars have dropped by ₹1–1.5 lakh. Many buyers are rushing to purchase vehicles and seeking insurance online to save money. However, opting for extremely low premiums can backfire, as one car owner, Navneet, recently discovered after a major accident revealed gaps in his motor insurance coverage. Insurance Experts Warn:Rakesh Kaul, Chief Distribution Officer – Retail Sales at Bajaj General Insurance, emphasizes that motor insurance is not just a regulatory formality. “It reflects your awareness of risks and responsibility. Trying to save a small amount on premiums can lead to costly mistakes,” he says. Many buyers focus only on the mandatory third-party liability cover, neglecting comprehensive protection that co...

New Delhi: In a major corporate development, US-based private equity giant Advent International is close to acquiring a significant stake in Whirlpool India, one of India’s leading home appliance manufacturers. According to a report by The Economic Times, the deal has entered its final stage, and an official announcement could come by the end of this year. Initially, several major players — including KKR, TPG, EQT, Bain Capital, Havells, and Reliance Industries — expressed interest in acquiring the company. However, Advent International has now emerged as the frontrunner and is reportedly in the final phase of negotiations with Whirlpool Corporation, the US-based parent company. Advent Eyes 31% Stake, May Go Up to 57% Sources reveal that Advent plans to acquire a 31% stake in Whir...

The United States, under former President Donald Trump—who once labeled India a “dead economy”—is itself teetering on the brink of economic distress. The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has begun to show its severe impact, costing the country an estimated $15 billion every week. Record-Breaking ShutdownThe current shutdown, which began on October 1, has already lasted 38 days, surpassing the previous record of 35 days in 2018-19. Unlike the partial shutdown then, which affected only 10% of federal spending, this shutdown has disrupted the entire federal budget. Bloomberg reports that the ongoing shutdown is now starting to take a heavy toll on multiple sectors of the U.S. economy. Air Travel and Federal Operations Hit HardAccording to the Federal Aviation Administration, ...

The Indian stock market has seen limited movement over the past six months, with Nifty gaining only 5% and Sensex rising by 4%. However, a few select companies have delivered exceptional returns, rewarding their investors handsomely. In this period, four companies recorded gains of up to 298%, drawing significant attention from foreign portfolio investors (FPIs). Top Performers: BGR Energy Systems Ltd – Leading the pack, BGR Energy, which manufactures machinery for the power and petrochemical sectors, delivered a spectacular 298% return in six months. Its stock price surged from ₹101.88 to ₹406. FPI stake in the company increased from 0.01% in June to 0.10% in September. The stock closed at ₹406, up 0.83% on Friday. Soma Textiles & Industries Ltd – Engaged in the cotton busin...