Gaming and sports media firm Nazara Technologies says its board has approved a plan to raise Rs 500 crore via a preferential issue of warrants. The proposal signals a fast route to funding and could reshape near-term financing and investor participation, depending on how and when the warrants are exercised.
Thirteen equity mutual funds failed to beat their respective benchmarks across three years, according to the analysis. The standout concern is downside behavior: several funds recorded down capture ratios above 120, suggesting they fall more than their benchmarks during market declines, pointing to weaker risk management when conditions turn bearish.
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Mutual fund SIP inflows climbed 8% to an all-time high of Rs 32,087 crore in March. Equity fund inflows surged 56%, led by flexi cap schemes. But the mood flipped for safer bets: debt mutual funds saw a sharp outflow of Rs 2.94 lakh crore, with liquid funds registering the biggest redemptions—signaling a clear shift in investor sentiment.
Equity mutual fund inflows in March jumped to their highest level in eight months, underscoring steadfast domestic investor demand despite market turbulence. Higher local buying helped offset recent foreign fund outflows. The biggest surprise was a sharp rise in SIP contributions, which reportedly reached record levels, reinforcing the growing role of disciplined monthly investing.
India’s primary market is bracing for a strong 2026 IPO calendar despite caution from D-St. Multiple large issuances are expected, including Jio Platforms, National Stock Exchange, Zepto, PhonePe, Manipal Hospitals and SBI Funds Management. While the number of deals may dip, the total value could still reach around Rs 1 lakh crore, keeping momentum in the market.
Metals major Hindustan Zinc has announced a first interim dividend of Rs 11 per equity share for the current financial year 2027. The company has set the record date for April 30, which will determine which shareholders are eligible to receive the payout.
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New CEOs in India are putting employment contracts under a microscope, pushing for detailed terms on roles, severance, and equity. With higher performance pressure and tighter regulatory scrutiny, executives are increasingly seeking legal and consulting support to negotiate both entry and exit. At the same time, companies are growing more willing to meet these demands to secure and retain top leadership talent.
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