HDB Financial Services, backed by HDFC Bank, is launching its IPO on Wednesday, aiming to raise Rs 12,500 crore. The IPO, priced between Rs 700 and Rs 740, includes a fresh issue and an offer for sale by HDFC Bank. Brokerage houses recommend subscribing, citing strong financials, asset quality, and growth potential, with listing expected in early July.
Asian stocks showed caution as the Israel-Iran truce held and Fed Chair Powell offered balanced rate cut views. Middle East tensions eased, and Powell's flexible tone boosted equities. While the Fed remains patient, lower inflation could prompt earlier rate cuts, with markets pricing in two cuts by the end of 2025. Trump's stance on Iranian oil also surprised markets.
Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra led in cash transactions through currency chests in May. These states reflect high credit and deposit demand. Five states accounted for 40% of cash deposits and withdrawals. Digital payments are rising, yet cash demand persists. Income is a key driver of currency demand in India.
The company allotted 45 million shares at upper price band of 740 apiece to these institutional investors. Anchors include LIC, ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund, SBI Mutual Fund, etc.
Sambhv Steel Tubes is launching an IPO to raise 400 crore for debt repayment and 100 crore through an OFS, diluting promoter stake to 56%. With expanding capacity and strong industry growth projections, the company aims to capitalize on rising steel pipe demand.
Nifty is facing a tug-of-war between bulls and bears in the derivatives market, struggling to stay above 25,200 due to persistent call option writers. These traders are betting against the index surpassing this level, creating strong resistance. Simultaneously, put writers are defending the 25,000 level, indicating a solid support base.
Indian equity indices closed with slight gains amid Middle East tensions, paring earlier advances. Investors are closely monitoring the Iran-Israel conflict, leading to market volatility. While Asian markets largely rose, oil prices declined. Analysts advise caution, suggesting selective investments and gradual deployment due to ongoing uncertainty.
National Stock Exchange has offered 1,388 crore to SEBI for settling co-location and dark fibre cases. This move could clear the path for NSE's initial public offering. The co-location case involved preferential access to NSE's servers for some brokers. The dark fibre case concerned unauthorized installation of fibre optic lines. SEBI is yet to approve the settlement.
