Hyundai Motor India is set to outpace the broader passenger vehicle market, projecting an 8-10 per cent domestic sales growth in H2FY27, fueled by strategic launches of a new mid-size SUV and a dedicated electric vehicle, alongside increased production capacity.
India's passenger vehicle (PV) exports saw a 17 per cent year-on-year decline in August, contrasting sharply with a 36.5 per cent surge in domestic dispatches, which reached a record high for the month as automakers prepared for the festive season.
Pharma major Lupin is significantly increasing its focus on biosimilars, aiming for a turnover of nearly $500 million from this segment over the next five years, driven by new product launches and expanded presence in key global markets like the US, Europe, and Japan.
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Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, influenced by the escalating US-Iran standoff and persistently high crude oil prices, with experts predicting increased volatility.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed higher on Monday, driven by softer-than-expected US jobs data which reduced expectations of aggressive monetary tightening by the US Federal Reserve, boosting risk appetite across emerging markets.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recorded their fourth consecutive day of losses, driven by relentless foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, rising bond yields, and a significant surge in crude oil prices, impacting overall investor sentiment.
Eutelsat OneWeb, a satellite communications company, is awaiting approvals from the Indian central government to launch its services, as confirmed by Sunil Mittal, chairman of Bharti Enterprises, the largest shareholder in the Eutelsat group.
Indian equity markets, led by the Nifty 50, saw gains following a pullback in Brent crude prices towards $101-102 a barrel and weaker-than-anticipated US jobs data, which eased concerns about a Fed rate hike. However, analysts caution that markets are likely to remain volatile in the near term.
Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran views the group's investment in semiconductors not as a short-term financial play, but as a critical long-term commitment to India's growth and self-reliance in a sector vital for domestic consumption and global supply chains.
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have significantly increased their investment in Indian equities, infusing Rs 23,544 crore in August, driven by improving quarterly earnings, a stable rupee, and positive market prospects.
TCS chief executive and managing director K Krithivasan stated that the US is unlikely to target tech companies based on their domicile, with actions like the recent green card application programme suspension being driven by local sensitivities around jobs.
Indian equity benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their losses for a second consecutive day, driven by elevated crude oil prices, persistent foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, and high US Treasury yields.
The Indian stock market experienced a significant downturn, with the Sensex crashing over 1,000 points and the Nifty hitting a fresh 52-week low, driven by sustained selling from foreign institutional investors, the RBI's monetary policy tightening, and elevated Brent crude prices.
Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra has stated that the rupee may be 'undervalued' by many estimates and assured that the RBI will work to ensure its stability and help it find its 'correct value' amidst recent depreciation.
Small and medium enterprise (SME) initial public offerings (IPOs) in India are significantly underperforming mainboard listings, with 81 out of 161 SME IPOs trading below their issue price this year, and a median return of -0.2 per cent compared to a 24 per cent gain for mainboard issues.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw early gains driven by lower crude oil prices and buying in Reliance Industries, even as the Reserve Bank of India maintained its benchmark policy rate for the fourth consecutive meeting, reinforcing confidence in the domestic economy.
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has deferred the implementation of a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on Person-to-Merchant UPI transactions above Rs 2,000. Originally set for October 15, the new date will be announced after Diwali, providing relief to users and merchants, especially during the festive season. The decision came amidst opposition concerns about the levy burdening consumers.
India's economy is projected to lose momentum in the second half of fiscal 2026-27, with tighter financial conditions, elevated energy prices, and broadening inflation pressures posing significant risks, according to DBS Bank economist Radhika Rao.
Indian automobile retail sales reached a record 25,36,920 units in September, marking a 31.82 per cent year-on-year growth, with passenger vehicles recording their highest-ever September sales at 4,27,213 units, according to the Federation of Indian Automobile Dealers (FADA).
Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India increased by 21.8 per cent year-on-year to 4,54,574 units in September, while two-wheeler sales rose 13.5 per cent to 24.63 lakh units, according to SIAM data.
Wipro reported a marginal 1.40 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,200.6 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, despite a 9.1 per cent increase in revenue from operations to Rs 24,752.7 crore.
Leading appliance and consumer electronics manufacturers are set to increase prices of air conditioners, LED TVs, washing machines, and other products by 5 to 8 per cent from October 1, citing rising input costs for metals like copper and steel, crude derivatives, and currency exchange volatility due to the West Asia crisis.
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Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) became net sellers in September, withdrawing Rs 35,860 crore from Indian equities due to global uncertainties, high US interest rates, and elevated crude oil prices, with outflows continuing into October.
Rising bond yields in the US and other advanced economies are making it increasingly difficult for Indian equities to attract foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), leading to pressure on valuations and potentially lower returns for domestic investors.
The Reserve Bank of India's outstanding net short dollar position in the forward book surged to a record $200.06 billion at August-end, up from $136.77 billion at July-end, primarily driven by FCNR(B) flows.
A year after GST rates were rationalised, retail growth in automobiles has sustained beyond the initial festival surge, led by two-wheelers and passenger vehicles (PVs), with the Fada data showing rural markets emerging as a key driver of the post-GST demand recovery.
Indian equities, particularly the Nifty 50, have significantly underperformed their Asian and global counterparts over the past year, with the index down 10.6 per cent. This lag is attributed to factors like rising global oil prices, rupee depreciation, and a lack of participation in the global chipmaker rally that boosted markets like South Korea and Taiwan.
India's manufacturing sector activity growth declined to a five-year low in July, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) falling to 53.5 from 54.2 in June, driven by a slower rise in new business orders and challenging market conditions.
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) turned net sellers in the first week of September, withdrawing Rs 7,443 crore from Indian equities, driven by rising crude oil prices, increasing US bond yields, and a strong dollar.
The Nifty and Sensex outperformed Asian peers in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan and China.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Wednesday, driven by a decline in crude oil prices below USD 100 per barrel and optimism surrounding a potential de-escalation of the conflict in West Asia.
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) injected Rs 12,921 crore into Indian equities during the first week of August, extending their buying spree, driven by improving macroeconomic conditions, expectations of US rate cuts, lower crude oil prices, and a stable rupee.
HCLTech announced a robust 21.18 per cent increase in its Q2 FY27 consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 5,132 crore, largely propelled by the strong performance and higher margins from its advanced AI operations and a reduced tax burden.
As India's festive season approaches, passenger vehicle dealers are seeing a notable increase in inventories, yet discounts remain surprisingly moderate compared to previous years, signalling a tighter demand-supply balance in the automotive market.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw declines in early trade, influenced by elevated crude oil prices stemming from renewed geopolitical uncertainties, particularly concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 11, 2026.
India's leading IT companies are anticipated to report subdued revenue growth and largely stable margins for the July-September quarter, as clients maintain tight discretionary budgets, with analysts closely watching the conversion of strong bookings into revenue and the impact of AI on traditional services.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw a significant rebound in early trade, driven by a sharp decline in crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions in the West Asia, which improved market sentiment and reduced inflation fears. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 27.
