In August, both promoters and private equity funds collectively divested shares valued at nearly ₹58,000 crore, marking a notable selloff as the stock market endeavored to rebound from recent downturns. The numbers revealed that private equity exits skyrocketed five times compared to previous months, achieving peak levels not seen since 2026. This influx of shares from promoters further heightened market liquidity concerns amid ongoing primary market activity.
South Korea’s central bank raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3% for a second straight meeting, citing stronger-than-expected economic growth and persistent inflationary pressures from higher energy costs. The Bank of Korea also upgraded its growth forecasts, while strong semiconductor exports and AI-driven chip demand are expected to support the economy and equities.
In a significant downturn, HDFC group stocks saw a staggering loss of Rs 4.4 lakh crore in market capitalization over the last year. HDFC Bank suffered a 26% drop, equating to a loss of Rs 3.73 lakh crore. Similarly, HDFC Life Insurance faced a 29% decline, resulting in a Rs 47,261 crore dip.
Japan’s Nikkei slipped 0.14% as Advantest and SoftBank declined, despite Nvidia’s strong AI outlook. The Topix gained 0.19% as investors rotated towards value stocks. Financial shares advanced, while Fujikura and Kioxia gained. Market sentiment remained cautious toward chip stocks following their sharp gains earlier this year.
Indian equities opened marginally higher on Thursday ahead of expiry-day volatility, with Sensex and Nifty gaining around 10 and 11 points, respectively. India VIX rose 3% to 10.84. Kotak Mahindra Bank led gains, while HCL Technologies and HDFC Bank declined. Consumer durables gained, while FMCG slipped amid mixed market breadth.
The Nifty IPO Index has hit a remarkable 52-week high, showcasing an impressive appetite from investors. Recently, twelve newly listed firms have become multibaggers, showcasing exceptional returns. This upswing is driven by expanding growth sectors and a solid influx of domestic capital. Additionally, a shift in capital from large-cap stocks contributed to the stellar performance of this segment. Experts suggest CORONA Remedies and Fujiyama Power Systems for anticipated growth.
Tata Power shares tumbled after the Singapore International Commercial Court dismissed the company’s challenge to a $490 million arbitration award in favour of Kleros Capital Partners over a Russian coal project dispute. Tata Power plans to appeal the ruling, with the company having 28 days to approach the Singapore Court of Appeal.
Nvidia has forecast a 70% jump in revenue for fiscal 2028, signalling that strong AI computing demand remains intact despite memory supply constraints. The upbeat outlook, which is well above Wall Street’s 44% growth estimate, highlights broadening demand from hyperscalers, AI labs, startups and enterprises. Nvidia’s quarterly revenue also more than doubled, reinforcing investor confidence in the AI spending boom.
In an interaction with Kshitij Anand of ETMarkets, Saurabh Prasad, Division Head – Research at Mirae Asset Sharekhan, said large caps are now more reasonably valued relative to growth stocks, while the premium commanded by small caps may be difficult to sustain given their more volatile earnings momentum.
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