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Global Market: Uedas Jackson Hole absence puts focus on BOJs September rate decision

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Uedas absence from the Jackson Hole meeting has shifted attention to BOJ board member Naoki Tamura and Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino for clues on monetary policy. Markets are increasingly pricing in a September rate hike, with economists expecting the BOJ to raise its policy rate to 1.25%.

26 Aug 2026 10:21 am
Dolly the sheep was named after Dolly Parton, but do you know the reason? Heres how the worlds first adult-cell clone got its name from the country music legend

Dolly the sheep made headlines in 1996 when she became the first mammal to be cloned from an adult somatic cell using a technique called somatic cell nuclear transfer. Her birth was announced in 1997, sparking worldwide fascination and intense ethical debates. Although Dolly lived a relatively normal life and had six offspring, she later developed health complications and was put to sleep at the age of six.

26 Aug 2026 10:18 am
At least 15 infants killed in Islamabad hospital fire

At least 15 newborns were killed in a fire at the state-run Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad, according to Geo TV. The blaze reportedly started after a fault in the hospitals air-conditioning system, while one of the 16 infants in the ward was rescued.

26 Aug 2026 10:12 am
Piyush Goyal proposes India-Japan 'Shark Tank' style startup series to boost investments, business ties

India proposed a startup pitching series similar to Shark Tank. This initiative aims to connect young startups from both nations. Indian startups can pitch for Japanese investments and partners. Japanese businesses are invited to collaborate with India for mutual prosperity. Cooperation between universities and venture funds will also increase.

26 Aug 2026 10:11 am
MTAR Tech shares rally 3%, extend gains for second session. Whats triggering the surge?

MTAR Technologies shares gained 3% after the company secured a Rs 127 crore order from Nuclear Power Corporation of India for coolant channel assemblies used in reactor refurbishment. The order takes its civil nuclear order book above Rs 775 crore, while the company expects 80% revenue growth in FY27 and sees further opportunities from reactor refurbishment and new nuclear projects.

26 Aug 2026 10:07 am
Gold prices rise marginally; silver rebounds Rs 2,000/kg as traders await US inflation data. Key levels to track

Gold and silver prices opened higher on the MCX on Wednesday as investors awaited key US inflation data for cues on the Federal Reserves interest-rate path. MCX September silver futures rose Rs 2,053 to Rs 2,46,180 per kg, while October gold futures gained Rs 320 to Rs 1,63,202 per 10 grams. The US PCE inflation data is due later today.

26 Aug 2026 10:04 am
US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance to keynote Republicans' midterm convention in Texas

Republicans will hold their midterm convention next month in Dallas, Texas. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are scheduled to headline the event. The convention aims to showcase the party's candidates and the Trump administration's agenda. Republicans will highlight policy successes and contrast them with Democratic candidates. The gathering will also address issues like healthcare and border security.

26 Aug 2026 9:55 am
Global Market: Japan stocks rise ahead of Nvidia earnings, US inflation data

Japanese shares edged higher on Wednesday as investors awaited Nvidias quarterly earnings and key US inflation data for clues on the outlook for artificial intelligence spending and Federal Reserve policy. The Nikkei 225 rose 0.56%, while the broader Topix gained 0.61%. SoftBank Group led gains among major stocks, while investors also monitored the US PCE inflation data for signals on the Feds next rate move.

26 Aug 2026 9:47 am
Global Market: KOSPI rises as investors await Nvidia results for AI trade cues

South Korean shares edged higher on Wednesday as investors turned cautiously optimistic ahead of Nvidias quarterly earnings, with semiconductor stocks leading gains. The KOSPI rose 0.44%, while Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix advanced. Investors are closely watching Nvidias results for clues on AI chip demand, infrastructure spending and the sustainability of the broader AI trade.

26 Aug 2026 9:38 am
Hy-Tech Engineers IPO Day 3: GMP at 57%, subscription reaches 19.33x. Should you subscribe?

The Hy-Tech Engineers IPO entered its third day of bidding on August 26, with the issue subscribed 19.33 times by the end of Day 2. Retail investors led the demand, while the IPOs grey market premium of Rs 30 indicated a potential 57% listing premium. Anand Rathi Research has assigned a Subscribe - Long Term rating to the issue, citing the companys growth prospects and reasonable valuation.

26 Aug 2026 9:35 am
Sensex rises over 200 points; Nifty nears 24,350 as oil prices slide. What lies ahead?

On Wednesday, Indian stock markets rallied, buoyed by a decrease in oil prices and renewed optimism surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, following a resumption of talks with Iran. Both the Sensex and Nifty indices showed positive momentum, with broader market metrics also trending upward, reflecting a hopeful sentiment among investors amid the fluctuating oil landscape.

26 Aug 2026 9:26 am
Avaada Electro files updated draft papers with Sebi for Rs 7,600-cr IPO

Avaada Electro Ltd is making waves in the financial market by submitting updated draft papers for a massive Rs 7,600 crore initial public offering. This IPO features a fresh equity share issuance alongside an offer for sale. The proceeds aim to address loan repayments and support general corporate functions while facilitating the company's ambitious capacity expansion and product innovations.

26 Aug 2026 9:22 am
A US-Canada trade war could leave everyone worse off

New U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods escalate trade tensions between the two nations. This dispute jeopardizes the vital U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, impacting regional trade. Both countries face potential economic damage from prolonged trade friction and retaliatory measures. Global economic conditions are already strained, making this trade spat particularly concerning. Other nations are observing these developments closely as they unfold.

26 Aug 2026 9:22 am
Zohos Sridhar Vembu has advice for engineers, scientists and doctors: Do sales, get rejected, repeat

Zoho chief scientist Sridhar Vembu has urged engineers, scientists and doctors who want to become entrepreneurs to start with sales calls, embrace rejection and learn directly from customers. He argues that selling improves communication, tests business assumptions and helps technical professionals understand what it takes to build a successful company.

26 Aug 2026 9:20 am
HEG shares in focus as company fixes record date for demerger. What it means for shareholders

HEG shares will be in focus after the company fixed September 7 as the record date for its demerger, which will create two separately listed entities focused on graphite electrodes and advanced materials. The demerger ratio has been fixed at 1:1, with existing shareholders set to receive one share in the spun-off company for every HEG share held.

26 Aug 2026 9:17 am
Mopshop Distribution, Dhanwel Hybrid Seeds shares set to list today: Heres what GMP suggests

Mopshop Distributions Rs 27.26-crore IPO was subscribed 1.59 times overall and 2.91 times in the retail category

26 Aug 2026 9:16 am
Reliance Industries, SBI among 10 stocks with highest DII holding in Q1. Do you own any?

Domestic institutional investors remain key participants in Indias equity market, with significant exposure to some of the countrys largest listed companies.

26 Aug 2026 9:09 am
79 lakh more at retirement? How a small monthly VPF contribution can boost your retirement corpus

Voluntary Provident Fund offers a stable retirement savings avenue for salaried employees. Additional VPF contributions can significantly grow a retirement corpus over time. However, VPF funds are not easily accessible, unlike regular savings accounts. Investors should prioritize emergency funds and clear expensive debt before contributing. VPF serves as a locked-in retirement asset within the broader EPF structure.

26 Aug 2026 9:09 am
Mark Carney, the former central banker who said 'no' to Trump

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is more seasoned as a banker than a politician but has shown a confident touch in standing up to US President Donald Trump and navigating a trade war that threatens his nation's economy. It was trade tension with the United States that propelled him to power -- two months after Trump began his second term -- as Canadians saw him as a protector of their economy.

26 Aug 2026 9:08 am
Indian economic growth likely slowed to 7.1% in April-June quarter: Reuters poll

Indian economic growth slowed to 7.1 percent in the April-June quarter. Consumer spending and government expenditure supported this growth while private investment remained subdued. Rising crude oil prices pose risks to the economy and could strain household budgets. Economists forecast growth to lose momentum in coming quarters. The Reserve Bank of India is predicted to keep interest rates unchanged for six months.

26 Aug 2026 9:06 am
Groww shares fall 3% after Rs 2,500 crore block deal; Ribbit likely seller

Billionbrains Garage Ventures, the parent company of Groww, will be in focus as early investor Ribbit Capital plans to sell a 1.6% stake through a block deal worth Rs 1,914 crore. The shares are being offered at Rs 195 apiece, a 4% discount to the previous close.

26 Aug 2026 9:05 am
Crorepati investors touch record Rs 10 lakh crore milestone. Which stocks are making them richer?

HNIs holdings in NSE-listed stocks surged 22.55% QoQ to a record Rs 9.92 lakh crore by June-end, adding Rs 1.83 lakh crore in three months. Their share of market value rose to 2.12%, the highest since March 2022. However, average ownership by volume fell to 7.19% from 7.31%, suggesting the rise was driven largely by stock price gains and greater exposure to high-value companies rather than fresh buying.

26 Aug 2026 8:57 am
ETMarkets NRI Talk| 10 crore NRI portfolio: How Raghvendra Nath would allocate it across equities, debt and alternatives

Raghvendra Nath, MD, Ladder Up Wealth Management, believes equities should form the core of an NRIs India portfolio, while fixed income and alternative investments can provide diversification.

26 Aug 2026 8:51 am
QatarEnergy issues tender to sell crude outside Hormuz, sources say

QatarEnergy has issued a second tender this week for crude sales. The company is selling al-Shaheen and Qatar Marine crude via transfers. These transfers will occur outside the Strait of Hormuz for early October. Bids for this tender are due by noon Doha time on Wednesday. This follows a previous tender offering crude for September and October loadings.

26 Aug 2026 8:51 am
Four India-based companies engulfed in Trump's economic offensive against Iran

The United States has sanctioned four Indian companies and three individuals for facilitating Iran trade. These actions place Indian businesses dealing with Tehran under increased scrutiny. Washington aims to sever economic lifelines sustaining the Iranian regime through Operation Economic Outcast. India maintains limited but strategically important economic ties with Iran, including Chabahar port access.

26 Aug 2026 8:47 am
Annu Projects IPO Day 2: GMP, subscription status and key details. Should you subscribe?

The Annu Projects IPO entered its second day of bidding on August 26, with the issue subscribed by 34% on Day 1. With the grey market premium (GMP) currently at zero, the IPO could see a flat listing based on prevailing grey-market trends. The IPO is priced at 94-99 per share and closes on August 28. Heres a look at its subscription status, financial performance, IPO objectives and whether investors should subscribe.

26 Aug 2026 8:44 am
ETMarkets NRI Talk | 50-60% in equities? R Sivakumar Axis MF CIOs Rs 1 crore NRI portfolio playbook

R Sivakumar, CIO, Axis Mutual Fund, believes the starting point should be a diversified asset-allocation framework rather than market views alone.

26 Aug 2026 8:42 am
Hindustan Copper shares in focus as OFS opens for retail investors. Here are all the details

Hindustan Coppers government OFS drew strong institutional demand, with the non-retail portion subscribed 3.41 times on Tuesday. The Centre exercised the full greenshoe option, taking the potential stake sale to 6%, while retail investors can bid on Wednesday at a floor price of Rs 514 per share. The companys strong Q1 performance and plans to expand mining capacity also remain in focus.

26 Aug 2026 8:39 am
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Large caps look better for next 24 months, but hidden gems remain in smallcaps: Divam Sharma

Sharma sees a stronger case for large caps over the next 24 months, particularly given the steep valuation premium commanded by small caps.

26 Aug 2026 8:34 am
Muslim countries should unite: Iranian President Pezeshkian seeks regional alliance, US exit

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged Muslim nations to strengthen regional security and stability. He emphasized expanding cultural, commercial, and political ties among Islamic states. Iraqi officials praised Iran's role in combating terrorism and sought economic cooperation. Both nations discussed enhancing bilateral relations and security cooperation. Iraq reiterated its commitment to national interest and avoiding regional conflicts.

26 Aug 2026 8:31 am
Pakistan SC to hear former PM Imran Khan's sister's contempt plea on September 16

Pakistan's Supreme Court will hear a contempt petition on September 16. Uzma Khan filed the petition over Imran Khan's hospital transfer order. The court registrar fixed the hearing along with the main case. The government has also filed a review petition challenging the August 18 order. This hearing will address both the health and implementation issues.

26 Aug 2026 8:29 am
India and US discuss Indian Ocean Strategic Venture, deepen bilateral dialogue on vast region

In a strategic dialogue, India and the US focused on strengthening their partnership in the Indian Ocean, highlighting the importance of maritime security and infrastructure initiatives. Central to their talks was the India-US Indian Ocean Strategic Venture, designed to enhance connectivity and safeguard the region, revealing both nations' commitment to foster greater integration and mutual support.

26 Aug 2026 8:25 am