Indian Bank raised $400 million through a four-year overseas funding programme via its GIFT City branch, joining Indian lenders tapping global debt markets. Banks are accelerating dollar bond issuances following regulatory changes to the concessional swap window for FCNR deposits. Axis, ICICI, Federal, IDFC First, Kotak Mahindra and Yes Bank are also active.
IDFC FIRST Bank raised $500 million through its maiden international bond issuance, marking its entry into global debt markets. The three-year senior notes, due in 2029, carry a 5.625% coupon and attracted major investors including BlackRock, Capital Group and AllianceBernstein. The fundraising diversifies the bank’s funding base and supports its long-term growth ambitions.
Behari Lal Engineering shares surged 14% after making a strong market debut, listing at a 63% premium to the IPO price. Brokerages remain positive, citing strong investor appetite and reasonable valuations, though they advise investors to book partial profits after the sharp listing gains. Here’s what SBI Securities and Swastika Investmart recommend on the stock.
Sebi will soon issue guidelines for responsible AI and machine learning use in India’s securities market, with mandatory safeguards including a “kill switchâ€, human oversight and data controls. Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the framework will balance innovation with investor protection as AI adoption expands across surveillance, risk assessment, fraud detection and investor servicing, while ensuring accountability among regulated entities.
McDonald’s is one dividend increase away from becoming a Dividend King after 49 consecutive years of dividend growth. Its franchise-driven model, global reach and consistent cash generation support shareholder returns. While the milestone strengthens its appeal to income investors, future performance will depend on earnings growth, valuation, consumer demand and continued business momentum.
Foreign investment in major Asian bond markets fell to a four-month low in July as investors turned more selective amid geopolitical risks and higher oil prices. India stood out with $3.04 billion in foreign bond inflows, while Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia saw weaker demand. The broader trend came even as emerging-market debt attracted $26.7 billion globally in July.
Mutual funds aggressively bought shares in 58 companies in July 2026. A secondary filter highlights eight top-performing stocks that saw additions of over one crore shares alongside gains between 9% and 76%, driven by institutional buying and strong market momentum across sectors.
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing posted record first-half 2026 results, with profit rising 24% to HK$10.6 billion. Strong IPO activity, particularly among technology and AI firms, and record trading volumes drove growth. With 87 listings raising HK$212.4 billion, HKEX is benefiting from Hong Kong’s renewed role as a major capital-raising hub.
Jefferies has cut its target price for Jupiter Wagons to Rs 185 from Rs 210 and retained its Underperform rating after weak Q1 earnings. The brokerage lowered FY27E-29E EPS estimates by 6%-20%, citing weaker wagon and wheelset sales, margin pressure and slower execution, while maintaining a positive view on the company’s long-term wheel manufacturing opportunity.
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