As of August 19, four NSE F&O stocks recorded futures open interest growth above 11%, signaling increased market participation through fresh positions or expanded existing futures contracts.
South Korean shares surged over 6%, led by chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, after a steep previous-session selloff. The KOSPI triggered a volatility curb, while foreign investors bought shares. Broader gains included Hyundai Motor, Kia and LG Energy Solution. The won weakened, while Korean bond yields showed mixed movement across maturities.
On Thursday, Indian stock markets made a robust comeback, ending a series of losses. The Sensex and Nifty indices surged due to a positive mood among investors, influenced by declining US bond yields and notable short-covering activities. The broader markets also reflected this upswing, with midcap and smallcap stocks gaining ground. Notably, giants like Infosys and TCS emerged as key contributors to this rally.
Japan’s Nikkei rose 1% to 65,982.49 as falling global bond yields improved investor sentiment and revived risk appetite. U.S. Treasury plans to double long-duration debt buybacks helped ease borrowing-cost pressures. Gains broadened beyond AI and semiconductor stocks, led by Sumitomo Metal Mining, Sumitomo Pharma and Kansai Electric Power, while technology-related shares declined.
Credent Connect N Care shares are set to list on the NSE SME platform with a 49% GMP, pointing to a potentially strong debut after the IPO was subscribed 153.13 times overall.
Oil prices have rocketed to nearly $92 per barrel in response to rising tensions in the Middle East. President Trump declared that negotiations with Iran are off the table, leading to heightened concerns over supply. Iran has signaled a shift to aggressive military readiness amid ongoing diplomatic deadlock, resulting in strong rhetoric from both sides regarding the vital Strait of Hormuz.
OCBC has priced £1 billion of covered bonds due in 2029 under its $10 billion Global Covered Bond Programme, with proceeds earmarked for general corporate purposes as the Singapore lender diversifies its funding base.
Despite muted foreign flows and persistent geopolitical uncertainties keeping a lid on the broader market, corporate earnings have remained encouraging and several manufacturing segments are showing signs of stronger growth ahead.
Goodluck India in July announced its maiden bonus issue in the ratio of 2:1. Under the proposal, eligible shareholders will receive two bonus equity shares of face value Rs 2 each for every one equity share held as of the record date, which will be announced separately.
The thermal engineering and specialised cable manufacturer is looking to raise Rs 650 crore through the IPO, which will remain open until August 24, 2026. The issue comprises a fresh issue of 32 lakh shares worth Rs 95 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of 1.85 crore shares worth Rs 555 crore.
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