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Commercial vehicle sales from Ashok Leyland and Eicher Motors met expectations, showing improvement. However, subdued demand hit domestic two-wheeler and small car sales, with Bajaj’s exports cushioning the overall impact. Recovery hopes now rest on the festive season.

Federal Bank announced its financial results. The bank s standalone net profit witnessed a dip. It fell by 14.6% year-over-year. The profit stood at Rs 861.75 crore. However, net interest income saw a rise. It increased by 2% YoY. NII reached Rs 2,336.83 crore in the June quarter. This is up from Rs 2291.98 crore last year.

JSW Cement will launch its initial public offering on August 7. The IPO size is Rs 3,600 crore. It will open on August 7 and close on August 11. The IPO includes a fresh issue and an offer for sale. Proceeds will be used for a new cement unit and debt repayment.

Arcil Ltd, India s first bad loan aggregator, is set for an IPO with existing shareholders like Avenue Capital, SBI, GIC s Lathe Investment, and Federal Bank planning to sell 10.54 crore shares. Avenue Capital will dilute its stake, while Lathe Investment will exit completely. Arcil, the second largest ARC in India, reported a profit of Rs 355.31 crore in March 2025.

President Trump’s plan to impose secondary tariffs on nations buying Russian oil could trigger global energy market turmoil, spike inflation, and reshape trade alliances. A 500% tariff threat looms over top importers like China and India, intensifying geopolitical risks.

While the broader market exhibited signs of a bit of weakness throughout the week, ten stocks with a market capitalisation above Rs 1,000 crore managed to post gains in all five sessions.

Raamdeo Agrawal urges young investors to avoid rushing into markets without understanding value. Learning to identify price-value gaps and mastering patience are key, he says, citing Buffett’s wisdom and his own early investing lessons.

The IIQC 2025 Delhi edition, hosted by LAQSA, brought together policymakers, quants, and tech experts to explore how AI, big data, and systematic investing are shaping India’s financial future. Key discussions focused on ethics in AI, data-driven policymaking, and next-gen investment strategies.

Sunil Subramaniam views the tariff impact on Indian textiles as a short-term jolt. India’s competitiveness may be restored through interim deals, currency adjustments, and productivity improvements, making the sector a viable long-term investment despite near-term volatility.