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SEBI Revises CAS Rules: What It Means for BSE, NSE and Brokerage Stocks
India’s capital market stocks, including BSE, NSE, Angel One and Motilal Oswal, are in focus following SEBI’s revised rules for the Closing Auction Session (CAS) and derivatives settlement.
₹8,873 Crore Worth of 4 Mainboard IPOs Open for Subscription Today
Four mainboard IPOs are opening for subscription in India on October 15, 2026, covering sectors such as manufacturing, industrial technology, defence electronics and medical devices. The combined issue size is approximately ₹8,873 crore, with subscriptions scheduled to close on October 19.
Fairfax to Acquire 60.72% Stake in IDBI Bank for ₹52,878 Crore
Canada-based Fairfax Financial Holdings is set to acquire a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank for ₹52,878 crore. The deal marks a major step in India’s banking privatisation process and could bring significant foreign investment into the financial sector.
Blackstone Plans to Double India Investments to $100 Billion in 5 Years
Global investment firm Blackstone plans to double its investment exposure in India from $50 billion to $100 billion over the next five years.
Wholesale Inflation Surges to 11.39% in September as Fuel, Food and Manufacturing Prices Climb
India’s wholesale inflation rose to 11.39% in September 2026, up from 9.92% in August, exceeding market expectations of 10.60%.
Aegis Logistics to Acquire Tristar for $809 Million
Tristar provides services such as fuel transportation, storage, distribution, and aviation fueling. The company operates in more than 30 countries. For the financial year ended December 2025, Tristar reported revenue of $1.4 billion and a net profit of $82 million.
US Treasury Yields Fall as Oil Prices Ease, AI Stocks Pull Back; September CPI in Focus
US Treasury yields declined as oil prices eased, while AI-related stocks pulled back ahead of the release of September inflation data. Investors are closely watching the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for clues about the Federal Reserve’s next interest-rate decision.
Fusion CX IPO opens for subscription; GMP at 12%. Should you bid or skip?
Fusion CX Ltd launched its ₹702 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO) on October 14, 2026. The IPO will remain open for subscription until October 16. The company provides customer experience management, customer support and business process services to global clients across multiple industries. Its s...
LTCG Tax Removal Under Discussion, Says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said the government is open to hearing investors’ views on removing the Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax. Speaking at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi on October 13, 2026, she acknowledged that Indian and foreign investors have raised concerns ab...
UPI MDR Update: New Rule to Be Implemented After Diwali for Select Transactions
NPCI has announced a major update regarding UPI payments that could bring changes to the digital payment ecosystem. According to the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI transactions will be implemented after Diwali.
Indian Rupee Gains 1% After RBI Steps In to Ease Currency Pressure
The Indian rupee strengthened against the US dollar after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced measures to reduce pressure on the currency. On October 12, the rupee gained around 1%, closing at ₹95.77 per dollar, marking its strongest single-day rise in six months.
IMF Raises India’s GDP Growth Forecast to 7%, Signals Strong Economic Momentum
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India's GDP growth forecast for the financial year 2026–27 to 7%, up from its earlier estimate of 6.4%.
Saudi Arabia Attacks Raise Crude Oil Concerns as Prices Cross $106
Rising Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia have increased concerns in the global crude oil market. On October 10, 2026, a deadly attack was reported at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Reports available by October 13 indicated that several people, including an Indian national, had been killed...
Hd Fire Protect IPO Opens Today, GMP Indicates Potential Listing Gains
HD Fire Protect Limited’s IPO opened for subscription on October 13, 2026, aiming to raise ₹712.31 crore. The price band has been set at ₹258–₹271 per share, and the issue will close on October 15, 2026.
India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 5.54% as Food Prices Surge
India’s retail inflation increased to 5.54% in September 2026, compared with 4.83% in August. Food inflation also climbed to 7.74%, putting additional pressure on household budgets ahead of Diwali.
Indian Stock Market Opens Higher as Oil Prices Ease and RBI Supports Rupee
Indian stock markets opened higher on October 12, 2026, as falling crude oil prices and new RBI measures to support the rupee improved investor sentiment.
HD Fire Protect IPO to Open on October 13, Aiming to Raise ₹712 Crore
HD Fire Protect’s initial public offering (IPO) is set to open for subscription on October 13, 2026, and will close on October 15. The company plans to raise approximately ₹712.31 crore through the public issue.
RBI Opens Special Dollar Window for Oil Companies as Rupee Faces Pressure
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reportedly introduced a special dollar window for oil companies on October 10, 2026, amid pressure on the Indian rupee. The move aims to manage the impact of dollar demand from oil importers on the foreign exchange market.