The Economic Times

Indian Oil Corporation reported losses for the June quarter that were lower than analysts expected. This was largely due to efficiency improvements and higher margins from refining. The company celebrated record highs in crude throughput and a drop in fuel losses, with petrol and diesel sales reaching impressive quarterly figures. Moreover, IOC successfully secured crude oil from multiple global sources, mitigating any supply disruptions.

Apple shares plunged over 9% after the iPhone maker issued a weaker-than-expected outlook, warning that AI-driven component shortages are straining global supply chains. The stock is on track for its worst one-day fall in more than six years, putting nearly $500 billion in market value at risk and lifting Nvidia's valuation lead.

Space-Eyes, a leader in defense technology, has announced its merger with McKinley Acquisition Corp. In a move to enhance strategic oversight, Eric Trump will join as a strategic adviser. The new entity will focus on AI-enhanced counter-drone technology and geospatial intelligence, aiming to elevate global operations and government partnerships. This significant merger values the enterprise at a whopping six hundred thirty-eight million dollars.

Federal Realty Investment Trust has upped its annual core profit outlook following impressive second-quarter results that exceeded expectations. The surge in leasing demand and significant rent increases drove these favorable financial results. Additionally, the trust's core funds from operations saw a notable rise, and an increase in portfolio occupancy underscored the continued interest from tenants.

Sebi has announced an extension for regulated entities to complete their digital accessibility audits, moving the deadline to October 31, 2026. This extension replaces the previous date of April 30, and provides additional time for remediation until July 31. The decision comes in response to industry calls for more time to ensure compliance with laws supporting individuals with disabilities, promoting inclusivity in financial services.

Sebi has stated that off-market transactions involving share sales are distinct from public issues, particularly when current shareholders opt to sell unlisted equity shares privately. A limit of two hundred purchasers per financial year must be adhered to. This clarification was specifically made in response to IDBI Bank's proposed divestment strategies, confirming that such actions are allowed as secondary transactions by existing shareholders.

Kalahridhaan Trendz has been penalized by Sebi with a fine of Rs 1 crore for hiding a loan default and giving deceptive corporate announcements about export orders. The involved directors, Niranjan D Agarwal and Aditya N Agarwal, faced market bans, and Sunitadevi Niranjan Agarwal received a one-year exclusion from securities markets. Additionally, the NSE has been instructed to consider measures, including potential delisting.

Kay Jay Forgings and Polite Powertech have secured Sebi approval to launch their IPOs. Kay Jay plans to raise Rs 300 crore through a fresh issue along with a Rs 60 crore offer for sale, while Polite Powertech aims to fund working capital and business expansion through its public issue.

The Nasdaq opened higher on Friday, boosted by Amazon's strong cloud revenue growth. This performance eased concerns about artificial intelligence returns among major tech firms. The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw a slight increase at the opening bell. The S&P 500 also rose, reflecting positive market sentiment. The Nasdaq Composite experienced a significant jump at the opening.

Maruti Suzuki reported an 11% year-on-year decline in Q1 consolidated net profit to Rs 3,352 crore, missing estimates as higher input costs linked to the West Asia crisis squeezed margins. Revenue and sales volumes grew strongly, while the company approved Rs 561 crore for four compressed biogas projects.

Nine BSE 100 stocks, led by Bajaj Finance and TVS Motor, hit fresh 52-week highs on Friday, gaining up to 24% in a month amid improving market sentiment and strong buying interest.

The Supreme Court has stayed a Central Information Commission order. This order declared the National Stock Exchange of India a public authority. The NSEI challenged this ruling, seeking a response from the commission. The High Court had previously agreed with the NSEI's classification. This decision allows citizens to seek information from the exchange.