Paytm shares surged over 7% after brokerages raised target prices following the introduction of MDR on se ...More

Paytm shares surged over 7% after brokerages raised target prices following the introduction of MDR on select UPI transactions above Rs 2,000. Jefferies, JM Financial and Emkay Global retained Buy ratings on the stock. ...Less

Paytm shares fell after the government directed banks and payment providers not to charge for UPI transac ...More

Paytm shares fell after the government directed banks and payment providers not to charge for UPI transactions up to Rs 2,000, raising uncertainty over charges for higher-value transactions. The decline came a day after Paytm hit a fresh 52-week high of Rs 1,840, with the stock having nearly doubled from its March low of Rs 930.6. ...Less

Bernstein has named Paytm its top pick, citing strong merchant lending growth, operating leverage and pot ...More

Bernstein has named Paytm its top pick, citing strong merchant lending growth, operating leverage and potential UPI MDR as key earnings drivers. The brokerage has set a Rs 2,200 target, implying further upside, while flagging key downside risks. ...Less

Paytm and Pine Labs stand to benefit from the new UPI MDR framework, but the impact could differ sharply. ...More

Paytm and Pine Labs stand to benefit from the new UPI MDR framework, but the impact could differ sharply. Paytm has a larger absolute revenue opportunity, with analysts estimating FY28 UPI MDR revenue of up to Rs 1,160 crore, while Pine Labs could see a bigger impact on earnings and profitability. ...Less

His comments come as the government moves towards allowing charges on a limited set of UPI transactions. ...More

His comments come as the government moves towards allowing charges on a limited set of UPI transactions. On Monday, the government notified that UPI transactions of up to Rs 2,000 will remain free of MDR, while leaving the door open for levies on higher-value transactions. ...Less

In an exciting new venture, Paytm is venturing beyond its established digital payments realm to launch Pi ...More

In an exciting new venture, Paytm is venturing beyond its established digital payments realm to launch Pi, an innovative service offering artificial intelligence agents specifically tailored for enterprise clients. This strategic move will focus on financial institutions in India and the UAE. After dedicating two years to perfecting a financial services AI model, Paytm hopes this expansion will significantly elevate revenue and profitability. ...Less

Paytm, MobiKwik and Pine Labs are likely to remain in focus after the government announced MDR on select ...More

Paytm, MobiKwik and Pine Labs are likely to remain in focus after the government announced MDR on select UPI transactions above Rs 2,000. From October 15, merchants will pay a 0.4% fee on eligible P2M UPI transactions, capped at Rs 300 for payments of Rs 75,000 or more. ...Less

Paytm shares surged on Wednesday, as investors welcomed the company’s push into enterprise AI, marking an ...More

Paytm shares surged on Wednesday, as investors welcomed the company’s push into enterprise AI, marking an expansion beyond its core payments business. The stock has gained over 20% in the past month, significantly outperforming the broader Nifty 500 and Nifty 50. ...Less

Nearly twenty-eight percent of Indian railway tickets are booked through third-party platforms. This sign ...More

Nearly twenty-eight percent of Indian railway tickets are booked through third-party platforms. This significant share includes major players like Paytm and MakeMyTrip. IRCTC Rail Connect app and website handle the majority of online bookings. Paytm's consumer business shows strong growth in UPI transactions and users. Railways remain a resilient online booking category for travel companies. ...Less

India's payments authority is discussing charges on large UPI transactions. This follows a recent change ...More

India's payments authority is discussing charges on large UPI transactions. This follows a recent change in law allowing fees on payments over 2,000 rupees. Regulators are leaning towards a 0.4% charge for merchant transactions. Person-to-person payments will continue to remain free for users. This move is expected to generate significant annual revenue for the payments industry. ...Less

Jefferies has identified Paytm, Groww, PB Fintech, AU Small Finance Bank and Poonawalla Fincorp as its 25 ...More

Jefferies has identified Paytm, Groww, PB Fintech, AU Small Finance Bank and Poonawalla Fincorp as its 25% CAGR club of Indian financial stocks. The brokerage expects strong earnings and revenue growth over FY26-29, supported by scale, new business initiatives and operating leverage, while maintaining Buy calls on all five stocks. ...Less

While NPCI has not specified a threshold based on the size of a merchant’s turnover, it said in its annou ...More

While NPCI has not specified a threshold based on the size of a merchant’s turnover, it said in its announcement that vendors operating under the person-to-person merchant (P2PM) category will “enjoy a mandatory zero MDR”. Merchants in this category, typically small shopkeepers, street vendors and local businesses, are classified as those receiving less than Rs 1 lakh per month in their accounts through UPI. ...Less

The NPCI has finalised the long-awaited MDR framework for UPI transactions, paving the way for changes to ...More

The NPCI has finalised the long-awaited MDR framework for UPI transactions, paving the way for changes to the payments ecosystem. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5. ...Less

With a stock price target price of Rs 1,250, the brokerage forecasts an upside of 17%. The lender will tr ...More

With a stock price target price of Rs 1,250, the brokerage forecasts an upside of 17%. The lender will transition from a small-finance bank to a Universal bank that can lower funding cost, lift fees and strengthen brand to aid growth. Over FY26-29, strong deposit growth will aid credit growth of 22% CAGR and 29% in PPP (ex-treasury), highest in its coverage. ...Less

The issuing bank would retain 40% of the fee, sources said. Third-party application providers such as Pho ...More

The issuing bank would retain 40% of the fee, sources said. Third-party application providers such as PhonePe or Google Pay, and the acquiring bank would take 30% each. On a 40 bps MDR, that works out to roughly 16 bps for the bank and 12 bps each for the app and the acquirer. One basis point equals 0.01%, so a 40 bps MDR translates to a fee of 0.4% on the transaction value. ...Less

Five midcap stocks witnessed the highest net buying by mutual funds in August, according to Motilal Oswal ...More

Five midcap stocks witnessed the highest net buying by mutual funds in August, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services. Cochin Shipyard led the list, followed by Patanjali Foods, ICICI Prudential AMC, Billionbrains Garage Ventures and One97 Communications. ...Less

The RBI had recognised the Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE) as the first SRO-FT in Aug ...More

The RBI had recognised the Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE) as the first SRO-FT in August 2024, after it laid down the framework for recognising SROs in May. ...Less

Indian equities recovered sharply from Friday’s lows as easing oil prices and bond yields lifted sentimen ...More

Indian equities recovered sharply from Friday’s lows as easing oil prices and bond yields lifted sentiment. Sensex and Nifty closed lower, while weak breadth, foreign outflows and geopolitical risks kept bears in control despite selective buying and resilient domestic fundamentals. ...Less

CMS Info Systems shares rose on Wednesday after the government announced MDR on select UPI transactions a ...More

CMS Info Systems shares rose on Wednesday after the government announced MDR on select UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, making the company a potential direct beneficiary. From October 15, merchants will pay 0.4% MDR on eligible P2M UPI transactions, capped at Rs 300 for payments of Rs 75,000 or more. ...Less

India will soon introduce a merchant discount rate on UPI payments. This fee applies to transactions exce ...More

India will soon introduce a merchant discount rate on UPI payments. This fee applies to transactions exceeding two thousand rupees with merchants. Some small merchants and rural areas will be excluded from this new charge. This move aims to make the UPI system more self-sustainable and expand its reach. Consumers are not expected to directly pay these new transaction fees. ...Less

On Friday, Indian stock indices bounced back notably after a sluggish start, largely due to declining oil ...More

On Friday, Indian stock indices bounced back notably after a sluggish start, largely due to declining oil prices and bond yields. The shift in market sentiment was fueled by news of an upcoming summit between Gulf nations and Iran aimed at regulating shipping through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. This potential agreement has raised hopes of better supply management, but experts advise maintaining vigilance amidst the current market’s unpredictability. ...Less

Northern Railway has introduced an OTP-based digital luggage locker system at four major railway stations ...More

Northern Railway has introduced an OTP-based digital luggage locker system at four major railway stations in Delhi, allowing passengers to store and retrieve their luggage independently and securely without assistance from railway staff. The facility is currently operational at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations, while Anand Vihar Terminal and Delhi Junction will become operational shortly. Passengers can use their mobile numbers for OTP verification, making the process of storing and collecting luggage convenient and hassle-free. ...Less

Helios Mid Cap Fund, backed by Samir Arora, exited Dixon Technologies, Aadhar Housing Finance and Black B ...More

Helios Mid Cap Fund, backed by Samir Arora, exited Dixon Technologies, Aadhar Housing Finance and Black Box in August. The fund added eight stocks, including Coforge and Lalithaa Jewellery, while increasing exposure to 15 stocks and holding 72 stocks across 23 sectors. ...Less

Yes Bank shares rose sharply on Wednesday after Citi and Morgan Stanley identified the lender as a key be ...More

Yes Bank shares rose sharply on Wednesday after Citi and Morgan Stanley identified the lender as a key beneficiary of new MDR charges on select UPI transactions above Rs 2,000. Citi expects the lender and other banks to see an earnings boost, while Morgan Stanley sees a smaller profit benefit than estimated earlier. ...Less

UPI could generate Rs 22,000 crore annually by FY28 through a modest merchant discount rate. Banks might ...More

UPI could generate Rs 22,000 crore annually by FY28 through a modest merchant discount rate. Banks might receive Rs 14,000 crore and payment apps Rs 7,000 crore from this pool. This revenue stream focuses on higher-value transactions above Rs 2,000, which dominate transaction value. The government notification exempts smaller UPI transactions from any charges. This creates a pathway for monetising a significant segment of merchant payments. ...Less

Sensex and Nifty rebounded around 0.5% on Wednesday after Tuesday’s selloff wiped out more than Rs 9 lakh ...More

Sensex and Nifty rebounded around 0.5% on Wednesday after Tuesday’s selloff wiped out more than Rs 9 lakh crore from Dalal Street. Investors await the Federal Reserve’s policy decision, while elevated US bond yields and crude prices continue to weigh on sentiment. Analysts expect volatility and stock-specific opportunities amid the weak market. ...Less

Three Nifty500 stocks appeared on the White Marubozu bullish scanner on September 9, according to StockEd ...More

Three Nifty500 stocks appeared on the White Marubozu bullish scanner on September 9, according to StockEdge technical scan data. The candlestick pattern indicates strong buying pressure, with prices moving from near the session low towards the high. ...Less

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath said the new UPI MDR framework may not make economic sense for investing and br ...More

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath said the new UPI MDR framework may not make economic sense for investing and broking, where customers can transfer funds without trading. He said brokers may struggle to absorb the costs indefinitely, particularly under quarterly settlement rules, and suggested a lower MDR with a transaction-level cap. ...Less

Jefferies expects Sebi’s proposed CAS changes to reduce expiry-day volatility and uncertainty but remains ...More

Jefferies expects Sebi’s proposed CAS changes to reduce expiry-day volatility and uncertainty but remains negative on BSE shares, citing limited options-industry growth, a ceiling in market-share gains, tighter bank guarantee norms and a potential management transition. The brokerage prefers Groww, citing strong earnings growth levers and recovery in F&O activity. ...Less

Over the last five years, BSE has emerged as the top performer in wealth creation. Meanwhile, NSE's unlis ...More

Over the last five years, BSE has emerged as the top performer in wealth creation. Meanwhile, NSE's unlisted shares experienced more modest growth in comparison. MCX presents a longer pathway for growth due to its early involvement in commodity derivatives. Notably, NSE enjoys a structural edge with its strong market position and cash flow generation. Investors are encouraged to evaluate sustainability and valuations when making future investment choices. ...Less

Happy Tuesday! Amazon's quick commerce arm is scaling fast, India head Samir Kumar told us. This and more ...More

Happy Tuesday! Amazon's quick commerce arm is scaling fast, India head Samir Kumar told us. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

From October 15, MDR will apply to select UPI person-to-merchant payments above Rs 2,000, but not to all ...More

From October 15, MDR will apply to select UPI person-to-merchant payments above Rs 2,000, but not to all such transactions. UPI AutoPay and mandates will be treated separately, while mutual funds and capital-market payments will attract a lower MDR. Importantly, the charge will be borne by merchants, not customers, raising questions over its impact on SIPs and stock investments. ...Less

Coforge’s boardroom brouhaha has taken a new turn days after chairman Om Prakash Bhatt’s resignation. Thi ...More

Coforge’s boardroom brouhaha has taken a new turn days after chairman Om Prakash Bhatt’s resignation. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5. ...Less

Indian markets extended their losing streak for a third day as soaring oil prices and Middle East tension ...More

Indian markets extended their losing streak for a third day as soaring oil prices and Middle East tensions hurt sentiment. Sensex fell 813 points, Nifty dropped 204 points, and BSE market capitalisation lost over Rs 2 lakh crore amid broad-based selling. ...Less

Nifty has experienced a decline for four straight weeks, breaking through the crucial 24,000 support leve ...More

Nifty has experienced a decline for four straight weeks, breaking through the crucial 24,000 support level. Experts recommend adopting a market-neutral approach to capitalize on expected volatility. Among the stocks to watch are APL Apollo Tubes and One 97 Communications, which may offer promising returns. The Bank Nifty indicates upward trends, encouraging investors to buy on dips around 56,400. Additionally, Hindustan Oil Exploration Company and Engineers India present attractive opportunities. ...Less

State Bank of India plans to hire approximately twelve thousand personnel this financial year. The bank a ...More

State Bank of India plans to hire approximately twelve thousand personnel this financial year. The bank also intends to expand its network by adding around two hundred fifty new branches. SBI and its subsidiary will dilute up to one percent stake in the National Stock Exchange. This divestment is part of the National Stock Exchange's proposed initial public offering. ...Less

Block and bulk trades worth at least ₹80,000 crore were executed during the month - the highest since Jun ...More

Block and bulk trades worth at least ₹80,000 crore were executed during the month - the highest since June 2025. Domestic mutual funds, insurance companies, pension funds, and a clutch of foreign institutions lapped up the increased supply of shares in the market. ...Less

The anticipated IPOs from Jio and NSE are under the microscope as experts examine their potential for lis ...More

The anticipated IPOs from Jio and NSE are under the microscope as experts examine their potential for listing-day profits. Historical data from past mega IPOs reveal a mixed bag in terms of performance, with certain offerings incurring losses. The success of these upcoming stocks will hinge on precise pricing and robust institutional demand. ...Less

Despite government promotion of digital transactions like UPI and e-Rupee, cash remains prevalent, especi ...More

Despite government promotion of digital transactions like UPI and e-Rupee, cash remains prevalent, especially in rural areas and for large-value transactions. While digital payments offer convenience, they have also led to increased cyber fraud and financial exclusion, particularly for women. The article suggests the government's push for digitalization may stem from a desire for control and programmatic payment disbursement rather than genuine welfare improvement. ...Less

The Eternal-owned food delivery company is consolidating customer support operations at its Gurugram head ...More

The Eternal-owned food delivery company is consolidating customer support operations at its Gurugram head office. Zomato, which informed staffers about its plan to downsize the workforce on Monday, has also outsourced much of its customer care work to external partners. ...Less

If you look at India over a long period, the country has done well. However, the past two or three years ...More

If you look at India over a long period, the country has done well. However, the past two or three years have presented several challenges, including tariff-related and war-related issues. ...Less

On August 31, six Nifty500 stocks appeared on the ‘White Marubozu’ bullish scanner, according to StockEdg ...More

On August 31, six Nifty500 stocks appeared on the ‘White Marubozu’ bullish scanner, according to StockEdge’s technical scan data. The pattern indicates strong buying pressure throughout the trading session and can signal potential upward price momentum. ...Less

The comments come after a sharp turnaround at One 97 Communications. Paytm reported its first full-year p ...More

The comments come after a sharp turnaround at One 97 Communications. Paytm reported its first full-year profit of Rs 552 crore in FY26, compared with a loss of Rs 663 crore a year earlier, while operating revenue rose 22% to Rs 8,437 crore. Ebitda improved by Rs 2,008 crore and hit Rs 502 crore. ...Less

UPI now dominates India's digital merchant payments, capturing a significant market share. Credit and deb ...More

UPI now dominates India's digital merchant payments, capturing a significant market share. Credit and debit cards are steadily losing their previous positions in this sector. The digital payments market continues to expand, with UPI capturing much of this growth. Proposed changes may introduce nominal charges on select higher-value UPI merchant transactions. ...Less

The elite jury was chaired by one of India’s brightest next-generation leaders Rishad Premji, executive c ...More

The elite jury was chaired by one of India’s brightest next-generation leaders Rishad Premji, executive chairman, Wipro. Members of the jury included Sachin Bansal, cofounder, Flipkart and Navi; Vijay Shekhar Sharma, founder and CEO, Paytm; Mukesh Bansal, cofounder, Myntra; Mithun Sacheti, cofounder, CaratLane; Nandita Sinha, CEO, Swiggy Instamart; Ajit Mohan, chief business officer, Snap Inc; Irina Ghose, MD, Anthropic India; Paras Chopra, founder, Wingify, Lossfunk; Abhiraj Singh Bhal, cofounder and CEO, Urban Company; and Aryaman Birla, director, Aditya Birla Group. ...Less

Do you consider a public market company a startup, or do those not qualify? That was the big debate when ...More

Do you consider a public market company a startup, or do those not qualify? That was the big debate when the jury met to decide the next cohort of winners for The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026. ...Less

Four BSE 200 stocks, including Paytm, Divi’s Laboratories, AU Small Finance Bank and Bajaj Auto, hit fres ...More

Four BSE 200 stocks, including Paytm, Divi’s Laboratories, AU Small Finance Bank and Bajaj Auto, hit fresh 52-week highs on Tuesday, gaining up to 33% over one month. ...Less

Young investors are embracing Systematic Investment Plans for disciplined wealth creation. Data shows a s ...More

Young investors are embracing Systematic Investment Plans for disciplined wealth creation. Data shows a significant rise in SIPs among those under thirty years old. Fintech platforms are observing increased SIP adoption across various asset classes. Parents are also initiating SIPs for their children's future education needs. This growing SIP habit faces challenges from market volatility and investor education. ...Less

Sensex and Nifty reversed morning losses to close higher on Tuesday, amid sharp volatility on the first e ...More

Sensex and Nifty reversed morning losses to close higher on Tuesday, amid sharp volatility on the first expiry day after the closing auction session launch. Healthcare and financial stocks gained, while broader market breadth remained mixed and cautious. ...Less

Lenskart’s IPO valuation drew sharp criticism from investors, with its 230x P/E and 10.5x sales multiples ...More

Lenskart’s IPO valuation drew sharp criticism from investors, with its 230x P/E and 10.5x sales multiples sparking comparisons with expensive listings such as Mamaearth, Paytm and Nykaa. Retail investors mocked the Rs 70,000-crore valuation on social media, questioning whether the eyewear company offered enough upside. Less than a year later, the debate over Lenskart’s valuation has taken a new turn. ...Less

A distinguished jury led by Wipro’s Rishad Premji will select winners for the 12th edition of The Economi ...More

A distinguished jury led by Wipro’s Rishad Premji will select winners for the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards. The awards recognise entrepreneurial excellence across categories including innovation, women-led ventures and social enterprise. The coveted Startup of the Year nominees include Porter, Skyroot Aerospace, Rapido, Meesho, Groww and Sarvam. ...Less

Six BSE 100 stocks, including TVS Motor, Paytm and Divi’s Laboratories, hit fresh 52-week highs despite a ...More

Six BSE 100 stocks, including TVS Motor, Paytm and Divi’s Laboratories, hit fresh 52-week highs despite a weak Sensex session, with gains reaching 34% over the past month. ...Less

A rush of block deals in newly listed Indian startups is putting private-market valuations to the test. E ...More

A rush of block deals in newly listed Indian startups is putting private-market valuations to the test. Early investors in Groww and Meesho have made standout returns, while late-stage investments have delivered mixed outcomes. As IPO lock-ins expire, public-market price discovery is showing which private valuations hold up and how investors are cashing out. ...Less

Under the proposed structure, Sharma's remuneration will also include a variable component which will be ...More

Under the proposed structure, Sharma's remuneration will also include a variable component which will be performance-linked set by the NRC on achievement against predefined financial performance targets. ...Less

Shares of One 97 Communications faced a downturn following a notable block deal involving Resilient Asset ...More

Shares of One 97 Communications faced a downturn following a notable block deal involving Resilient Asset Management, a firm linked to Paytm’s founder. It’s estimated that shares worth around Rs 2,949 crore were sold in this secondary transaction, with the possibility of extending the stake to Rs 4,895 crore. Goldman Sachs facilitated this considerable share sale as the placement agent. ...Less

Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the founder of Paytm, has set an ambitious target of generating one billion dollars ...More

Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the founder of Paytm, has set an ambitious target of generating one billion dollars in free cash flow. He envisions that fintech companies will capture a larger share of the growing lending market. Focusing on profitability, Sharma plans to pivot away from ventures that lack clear returns. ...Less

The Bharatiya Janata Party criticised the Congress for its past doubts about the Unified Payments Interfa ...More

The Bharatiya Janata Party criticised the Congress for its past doubts about the Unified Payments Interface. This digital payment system has become the world's largest real-time platform. UPI transactions have seen a massive increase in volume and value over ten years. The party highlighted its widespread adoption and availability in multiple countries. This growth contrasts with earlier predictions of its failure. ...Less

The elite jury was chaired by Wipro executive chairman Rishad Premji. The 11-member panel deliberated for ...More

The elite jury was chaired by Wipro executive chairman Rishad Premji. The 11-member panel deliberated for nearly three hours on Tuesday to pick winners in eight categories. ...Less

Resilient Asset Management plans to sell nearly five percent of Paytm shares. This stake sale is valued a ...More

Resilient Asset Management plans to sell nearly five percent of Paytm shares. This stake sale is valued at approximately five thousand crore rupees. Proceeds will go to Chinese investor Ant Financial under an existing agreement. Resilient acquired the stake from Ant Financial in twenty twenty-three. This move helps reduce Chinese influence within the fintech company. ...Less

Samir Arora-backed Helios Flexi Cap Fund increased exposure to Swiggy, Paytm and 20 other stocks in July, ...More

Samir Arora-backed Helios Flexi Cap Fund increased exposure to Swiggy, Paytm and 20 other stocks in July, while adding SBI Funds Management and four others to its portfolio. The fund also exited Varun Beverages and India Shelter Finance, while trimming its holdings in MCX and BSE during the month. ...Less

Resilient Asset Management plans to sell up to 4.98% stake in Paytm parent One 97 Communications through ...More

Resilient Asset Management plans to sell up to 4.98% stake in Paytm parent One 97 Communications through a block deal worth Rs 5,000 crore. The economic proceeds will go to Chinese investor Ant Financial under an existing agreement. The sale could reduce Resilient’s holding in Paytm to around 5.2%. ...Less

Resilient Asset Management plans to sell up to 4.98% of Paytm parent One 97 Communications through a bloc ...More

Resilient Asset Management plans to sell up to 4.98% of Paytm parent One 97 Communications through a block deal worth Rs 4,895 crore. The offer carries a 2.9% discount, potentially pressuring shares. ...Less

Markets extended their losing streak for a fifth consecutive session on Monday. Airtel Payments Bank appo ...More

Markets extended their losing streak for a fifth consecutive session on Monday. Airtel Payments Bank appointed Shabnam Sinha as its new chairperson. Paytm's parent company will see a significant share sale on Tuesday. SpiceJet's bankruptcy petitions were deferred after a settlement was reached. ONGC secured a US license to resume operations in Venezuela. ...Less

The day has arrived! The elite jury of The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 will convene in Bengaluru t ...More

The day has arrived! The elite jury of The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 will convene in Bengaluru today to select the brightest stars in India’s startup galaxy. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

Regular SIP investing helps investors benefit from compounding, rupee-cost averaging and financial discip ...More

Regular SIP investing helps investors benefit from compounding, rupee-cost averaging and financial discipline. While missing one instalment may have limited impact, repeatedly skipping SIPs can reduce long-term wealth, disrupt investment habits, affect financial goals and potentially interrupt mandates. Investors facing difficulties should consider temporarily reducing or pausing SIPs rather than stopping investments altogether. ...Less

July was a busy month for HDFC Mutual Fund, which ramped up its investments by increasing its stakes in a ...More

July was a busy month for HDFC Mutual Fund, which ramped up its investments by increasing its stakes in about 422 stocks. Simultaneously, the fund reduced its involvement in 164 stocks, affecting numerous prominent companies. They integrated five new stocks and fully exited from J.B. Chemicals and Nilkamal. HDFC Mutual Fund now manages a total of around 703 stocks, heavily weighted towards financial services. ...Less

In July, Helios Mid Cap Fund boosted its investments by increasing its stake in Swiggy among twenty other ...More

In July, Helios Mid Cap Fund boosted its investments by increasing its stake in Swiggy among twenty other stocks. Notably, the fund expanded its holdings in V2 Retail and GMR Airports, while reducing exposure in Multi Commodity Exchange of India and Black Box stocks. Additionally, Siemens Energy India joined the portfolio as one of the seven new entries, with the fund maintaining the same exposure in thirty-eight existing companies. ...Less

Paytm management has received a Sebi show-cause notice over the timing and classification of information ...More

Paytm management has received a Sebi show-cause notice over the timing and classification of information disclosed in a December 2023 corporate announcement. The company said its key managerial personnel are evaluating the notice and will respond within 14 days. The development comes after Paytm reported strong Q1 FY27 earnings and Bernstein raised its target. ...Less

The 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is approaching. Our esteemed jury will conve ...More

The 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is approaching. Our esteemed jury will convene in Bengaluru next week to pick the winners. Today, we revealed the most coveted categories of ETSA: Startup of the Year and Midas Touch, for the best investor. ...Less

AMFI has launched five initiatives to deepen mutual fund participation, focusing on investor education, w ...More

AMFI has launched five initiatives to deepen mutual fund participation, focusing on investor education, women, smaller cities, first-time investors and underserved communities. Partnerships with NISM, Sa-Dhan and Pinkathon aim to expand awareness, strengthen distributor ethics and encourage informed, responsible investing nationwide. ...Less

Happy Tuesday! We are excited to bring you the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). ...More

Happy Tuesday! We are excited to bring you the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). In the run-up to the coveted honours, we are announcing the nominees for the Best on Campus and Comeback Kid categories for you today. ...Less

Invesco Mutual Fund has launched a new open-ended equity scheme. This fund will invest in India's evolvin ...More

Invesco Mutual Fund has launched a new open-ended equity scheme. This fund will invest in India's evolving pharma and healthcare sectors. It aims to capitalize on favorable demographics and expanding healthcare access. The new fund offer is open for subscription until September 1. Investors can start with a minimum lump sum of Rs 1,000. ...Less

Meet the high-powered jury that will pick the winners of the ET Startup Awards 2026. ...More

Meet the high-powered jury that will pick the winners of the ET Startup Awards 2026. ...Less

KKR is investing Rs 380-400 crore in Reliance-backed BookMyShow at a valuation of around Rs 6,000 crore, ...More

KKR is investing Rs 380-400 crore in Reliance-backed BookMyShow at a valuation of around Rs 6,000 crore, after more than two years of negotiations. The investment is smaller and at a lower valuation than initially discussed. KKR’s investment comes as BookMyShow expands live entertainment amid growing competition from Eternal’s District. ...Less

Paytm shares have soared over 410 percent from their lowest levels, igniting hopes among investors that t ...More

Paytm shares have soared over 410 percent from their lowest levels, igniting hopes among investors that the stock will soon hit its initial public offering price. Bernstein's increased target price offers a promising outlook, suggesting a strong uptrend following a period of consolidation. The future of this recovery will hinge on key support levels as the market evolves. ...Less

The Sebi notice, dated August 11, has asked the executives to explain the timing of a disclosure the comp ...More

The Sebi notice, dated August 11, has asked the executives to explain the timing of a disclosure the company made on December 6, 2023, when it revealed plans to pull back on small loans under Rs 50,000 - mostly comprising its "buy now, pay later" offering. The move had come shortly after India's central bank tightened rules on unsecured lending. ...Less

If you are planning to invest in balanced advantage schemes, here are our recommended schemes you can con ...More

If you are planning to invest in balanced advantage schemes, here are our recommended schemes you can consider investing. There are no changes in the list this month. Follow our monthly updates to know how your schemes performed in the previous month. ...Less

Defence stocks surged up to 10% after the Defence Ministry unveiled its sixth Positive Indigenisation Lis ...More

Defence stocks surged up to 10% after the Defence Ministry unveiled its sixth Positive Indigenisation List covering 405 items with Rs 3,070 crore business potential. The move aims to boost domestic manufacturing, innovation and investment while reducing India’s dependence on defence imports. ...Less

Bitcoin hovered near $64,000 as cooling inflation, lower Treasury yields and reduced expectations of furt ...More

Bitcoin hovered near $64,000 as cooling inflation, lower Treasury yields and reduced expectations of further US monetary tightening supported crypto markets. Ethereum and select altcoins also gained, though analysts cautioned the rebound remains fragile. Investors now await FOMC minutes, inflation data and labour indicators, with $64,500 emerging as key resistance. ...Less

Rishad Premji will helm a group of accomplished founders, business leaders and veteran entrepreneurs, who ...More

Rishad Premji will helm a group of accomplished founders, business leaders and veteran entrepreneurs, who have built and scaled some of India’s best-known new economy companies — in ecommerce, fintech and software products — weathered multiple cycles and successfully exited their businesses. ...Less

Metal stocks came under pressure after a sharp rally in the previous session, as global metal prices corr ...More

Metal stocks came under pressure after a sharp rally in the previous session, as global metal prices corrected amid concerns over China’s economic data and geopolitical developments. Analysts, however, see selective opportunities in the sector, with Hindustan Copper and Nalco among the stocks highlighted. ...Less

PTC Industries shares fell 4% despite a strong Q1 FY27 performance, with profit surging 466% and EBITDA r ...More

PTC Industries shares fell 4% despite a strong Q1 FY27 performance, with profit surging 466% and EBITDA rising 180%. Revenue grew 83% year-on-year to ₹197.1 crore, supported by aerospace and defence programmes. Investors Mukul Agrawal and Vikas Khemani held 1.07% and 2.57% stakes, respectively, as of June 2026. ...Less

BSE shares extended their losing streak after Nuvama downgraded the stock to Hold and cut its target pric ...More

BSE shares extended their losing streak after Nuvama downgraded the stock to Hold and cut its target price, citing three key concerns: the impact of CAS on trading volumes, tighter bank guarantee norms and limited scope for further market-share gains. Jefferies also recently downgraded the stock, adding to pressure on its earnings outlook. ...Less

Navi reported a notable increase in net losses for FY26, largely attributed to its strategic investments ...More

Navi reported a notable increase in net losses for FY26, largely attributed to its strategic investments in UPI and new market initiatives. Despite this setback, the company projects a turnaround to profitability in FY27. UPI is recognised as a vital mechanism for attracting customers, and lending remains a core source of revenue. ...Less

We’re back with the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). However hectic it gets for ...More

We’re back with the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). However hectic it gets for the ETtech team, the thrill of sifting through the best of Indian entrepreneurship makes up for every late night in the newsroom. ...Less

Paytm Share Price: Paytm shares rallied after Bernstein raised its target price to Rs 2,200, implying 52% ...More

Paytm Share Price: Paytm shares rallied after Bernstein raised its target price to Rs 2,200, implying 52% upside, while retaining an Outperform rating. The target is the highest on the Street and the first above Paytm’s Rs 2,150 IPO price, with Bernstein factoring in UPI MDR from FY28. ...Less

The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is back for a 12th edition. Today, we announce the high-powered ...More

The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is back for a 12th edition. Today, we announce the high-powered jury and nominations for two categories, Bootstrap Champ and Top Innovator. ...Less

Ola Electric’s auditor has raised a red flag in the company’s Q1 results. This and more in today’s ETtech ...More

Ola Electric’s auditor has raised a red flag in the company’s Q1 results. This and more in today’s ETtech's Top 5. ...Less

Seven BSE 200 stocks hit fresh 52-week highs as the Sensex gained 113 points. Paytm led with a 19% monthl ...More

Seven BSE 200 stocks hit fresh 52-week highs as the Sensex gained 113 points. Paytm led with a 19% monthly rise, followed by Bosch, Lenskart Solutions, Aurobindo Pharma, Pidilite, Solar Industries India and Zydus Lifesciences. ...Less

This compares with the firm’s first flagship fund, which had a corpus of Rs 370 crore, and a late-stage v ...More

This compares with the firm’s first flagship fund, which had a corpus of Rs 370 crore, and a late-stage vehicle it launched with a corpus of Rs 700 crore. ...Less

Indian stock markets opened muted this week as global worries tempered investor sentiment. Strong first-q ...More

Indian stock markets opened muted this week as global worries tempered investor sentiment. Strong first-quarter earnings provided some support, offsetting geopolitical tensions. Analysts noted softer US jobs data, shifting focus to inflation readings for rate direction. ...Less

Sensex gained 114 points while Nifty fell over 40 points on expiry day, reflecting divergent benchmark mo ...More

Sensex gained 114 points while Nifty fell over 40 points on expiry day, reflecting divergent benchmark moves. Softer inflation supported sentiment, but elevated crude prices and geopolitical risks kept investors cautious, with Nifty remaining rangebound between key technical levels. ...Less

India’s superstar investors outperformed the Nifty in Q1 FY27, with portfolio values rising as much as 40 ...More

India’s superstar investors outperformed the Nifty in Q1 FY27, with portfolio values rising as much as 40%. Ashish Dhawan led the pack with a nearly 40% gain, followed by Ashish Kacholia and Hemendra Kothari. Vijay Kedia, Akash Bhansali and other marquee investors also posted strong gains, even as the broader market remained cautious amid heightened volatility. ...Less

Paytm shares rose over 4% following a significant block deal. Early investors Saif Partners and Elevation ...More

Paytm shares rose over 4% following a significant block deal. Early investors Saif Partners and Elevation Capital trimmed their holdings in the fintech firm. This secondary share sale involved approximately 2.3% of Paytm's outstanding equity. The company recently reported strong quarterly earnings with increased net profit. Paytm's board also approved an additional investment into its subsidiary Paytm Money. ...Less

The Silicon Valley-headquartered VC firm is betting on India’s IPO-led liquidity opportunity. Accel aims ...More

The Silicon Valley-headquartered VC firm is betting on India’s IPO-led liquidity opportunity. Accel aims to invest early and help companies scale to $1-2 billion-plus businesses. Portfolio companies such as Zetwerk, Infra.Market, Acko, Curefit, and Spinny are among those in the pipeline to go public over the next year. ...Less

Indian equities declined as rising crude prices and a weaker rupee weighed on sentiment. Sensex fell 388 ...More

Indian equities declined as rising crude prices and a weaker rupee weighed on sentiment. Sensex fell 388 points and Nifty 112 points, while analysts flagged 24,400 as key support amid geopolitical risks and upcoming inflation data. ...Less

CEO Rahul Ganjoo told ET that while dining will remain District’s biggest category en route to a targeted ...More

CEO Rahul Ganjoo told ET that while dining will remain District’s biggest category en route to a targeted $3 billion net order value (NOV), the retail vertical is growing rapidly and could overtake movies. “Retail is growing really fast… our shopping vertical has real potential, to become one of the bigger ones (categories). I wouldn’t say as big as dining, but I’d almost bet it would become our second-biggest vertical within three years, based on the growth we’re seeing,” Ganjoo said. ...Less

Three early Paytm investors plan to sell shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore through a block deal at a near ...More

Three early Paytm investors plan to sell shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore through a block deal at a nearly 5% discount. The secondary transaction will not raise funds for the company and includes a 60-day post-sale lock-up for sellers. ...Less

Markets ended lower after Monday’s rally as profit booking, heavyweight weakness and caution over the new ...More

Markets ended lower after Monday’s rally as profit booking, heavyweight weakness and caution over the new closing auction mechanism weighed on sentiment. Analysts recommended buying Deepak Fertilisers and Paytm, citing strong technical setups, bullish momentum and favourable risk-reward for the near term. ...Less