Japan’s Nikkei traded in a narrow range as lower bond yields and softer oil prices offset weakness in semiconductor stocks following a drop in Broadcom shares. Energy stocks underperformed, while investors awaited Japan’s 30-year government bond auction for further cues on interest rates and technology stocks.
Arcil has announced an IPO price range set between Rs 132 and Rs 139 per share, with a target to raise around Rs 733 crore. The public can subscribe to Arcil's shares starting September 9th, as current shareholders and promoters choose to divest their stakes in this asset reconstruction firm. The company's shares are anticipated to be listed on the BSE and NSE by September 17th.
Despite foreign investors infusing billions into Indian equities, benchmark indices struggle to keep pace. Inflows in the primary market are notable but fail to directly uplift listed stocks. Selective purchases are occurring in large mid-cap stocks while financials and IT remain ignored. Domestic investors are a crucial pillar for market resilience, necessitating consistent secondary market activity for a comprehensive rally.
South Korean shares rebounded on Thursday, with the KOSPI rising 1.38% as chipmakers tracked gains in their US peers and optimism over AI demand lifted technology stocks. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix advanced, and POSCO Holdings also gained, although foreign investors remained net sellers.
Indian stock markets opened higher on Thursday, with key indices showing gains. The Sensex rose nearly 155 points, reaching 76,725 on its weekly expiry day. Nifty 50 also gained over 83 points, beginning the session near 23,998. Broader markets followed suit, with midcap and smallcap indices experiencing upward movement. This positive start occurred after a significant decline in the previous trading session.
Shares of Power Grid experienced an uptick after the company secured an important transmission project aimed at facilitating power evacuation from Rajasthan. This endeavor will incorporate the establishment of HVDC terminals and a long-distance transmission line. Power Grid's successful bid for this vital project reflects its strategic growth, amidst varying stock performance observed in recent months.
Persistent Systems approved plans to raise up to $1.25 billion through debt and up to $450 million via equity-linked instruments, subject to approvals. The IT firm reported strong bookings and revenue growth in Q1, though profit declined due to forex losses. Shares have gained 21% over six months.
Shares of Swiggy experienced a decline following MSCI's decision to exclude the company from global indexes, prompted by its shift to full Indian ownership and control. The new foreign ownership constraints limit further investments. Swiggy is targeting robust adjusted EBITDA growth by FY31, even as it reported a net loss while revenues showed an uptick in Q1 FY27.
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