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India’s record IPO boom in FY25 not only raised Rs 1.5 lakh crore but also delivered bumper fees for law firms, with Swiggy’s Rs 11,327 crore IPO paying the highest legal payout of Rs 20.7 crore.

Indian markets turned volatile as Sensex fell 207 points and Nifty slipped 45. Sugar stocks rallied on ethanol policy relief, MobiKwik surged 20% post ADIA exit, Phoenix Mills gained on brokerage upgrade, while auto and tobacco stocks dragged.

Despite Sensex slipping 206 points to 80,158, eight BSE 500 stocks—HBL Engineering, UNO Minda, Star Cement, TVS Motor, Eicher Motors, Maharashtra Scooters, MRF, and Bosch—hit fresh 52-week highs, signaling bullish momentum and investor confidence.

Zerodha has captured 5% market share in the margin trading facility (MTF) segment since launching in December 2024. CEO Nithin Kamath noted that all traders’ net P&L under MTF remains positive, highlighting its rapid adoption and growth.

Copper prices on MCX rose 0.6% to Rs 902.85 despite global weakness, supported by rupee depreciation. Analysts see bullish short-term momentum above Rs 900, with potential upside towards Rs 927, though weak indicators suggest caution in sustainability.

State Bank of India raised $500 million via bonds at the tightest pricing ever for an Indian entity, capitalizing on India’s recent credit rating upgrade. The issuance, 30 bps tighter than initial guidance, highlights strong global investor appetite.

Trading began on Wall Street after a holiday. Market indices such as Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite saw a decline. Investors are concerned about President Donald Trump s tariffs. They are also waiting for important economic data. This situation has created uncertainty in the market. The market is carefully watching the economic reports.

Silver prices are soaring, reaching a 14-year peak. Strong industrial demand is fueling this surge. Expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut are also contributing. Experts predict silver could climb further. Gold remains robust, but silver is expected to outperform it. Trade flows may shift due to potential US tariffs.

Ethereum is experiencing a resurgence, fueled by institutional interest and the potential of spot ETFs. Corporate adoption is rising, on-chain activity is surging, and analysts predict a price range of $7,500-$8,000 by the end of 2025. While not seen as a Bitcoin killer, Ethereum is considered a crucial growth engine for the crypto ecosystem, powering DeFi and NFTs.

Vikran Engineering, backed by marquee investors, is set to debut on the bourses after its Rs 772 crore IPO saw robust subscription across investor categories. Despite strong fundamentals, including a 32% revenue CAGR and a Rs 5,120 crore project pipeline, the grey market premium signals only modest listing gains. Analysts highlight growth visibility but flag working capital and regulatory concerns.