BSE strengthens norms for SME migrating Mainboard, raises profit and trading requirements

BSE to introduce pre-market trading in index and stock F&O from Dec 8

"It is proposed to introduce Pre-Open Session for index & stock futures in the Equity Derivatives Segment from Monday, December 08, 2025 onwards," BSE said in a circular. Trading members are requested to note that there shall be no new changes in the Enhanced Trading Interface (ETI) API or market data broadcast streams to facilitate the roll-out of the said functionality, the exchange added. Aug 28, 2025
Stock market ends lower ahead of key inflation data, tariff concerns

Indian equity indices decline sharply over US tariff concerns

Sensex ended the session at 80,080.57, down 705 points or 0.87 per cent. The 30-share index started the session in negative territory at 80,754 against last session's closing of 80,786.54 amid selling across the sectors. The Index further extended the losing momentum to hit an intra-day low at 80,013.02 following the implementation of US tariffs on Indian goods. Aug 28, 2025
State-run firms pay big dividends; Coal India, PFC lead the pack

State-run firms pay big dividends; Coal India, PFC lead the pack

Dividend yield refers to the annual dividend income expressed as a percentage of the stock's current market price -- an important metric for income-focused investors. Power Finance Corporation (PFC) rewarded shareholders with Rs 19.5 per share -- reflecting a yield of 5 per cent, while REC Limited paid Rs 19.1 per share, also translating into a 5 per cent yield. Aug 27, 2025
Indian stock market to remain shut on Ganesh Chaturthi

Indian stock market remain shut on Ganesh Chaturthi

Further, US tariffs on India are set to increase significantly as new tariffs of 25 per cent will take effect on Wednesday, raising total duties on exports to the US to 50 per cent. Its impact on the Indian stock market will be seen on Thursday. India's top exports to the US include engineering and electronic goods, drugs and pharmaceuticals, and gems and jewellery, as per government data. Aug 27, 2025
Nifty could touch 27,609 in the next 12 months: Report

Nifty could touch 27,609 in the next 12 months: Report

The data compiled by PL Capital in its latest India strategy report said multiple factors, including benign inflation, government tax cuts, normal monsoons, and recent rate reductions by the Reserve Bank of India, are creating conditions for broad-based consumption growth. Aug 26, 2025
IPO mainboard funding in India touches Rs 15,200 crore in Aug

IPO mainboard funding in India touches Rs 15,200 crore in Aug

Indian IPOs raised Rs 16,124 crore in July and Rs 17,688 crore in June. The highest fundraising from the SME space came from 28 companies that tapped the market. The level of funding is, however, down from Rs 1,205 crore in July and Rs 1,300 crore in June. Aug 26, 2025
Indian stock market rally continues for 3rd consecutive day, Sensex jumps 213 points

Indian indices close higher amid US Fed rate cut expectations

Sensex ended the session at 81,635.91, up 329.06 or 0.40 per cent. After a sharp decline in the last session, the 30-share index opened with a decent gap-up at 81,501.06 against the previous session's closing of 81,306.85. The index further escalated the momentum to touch an intraday high at 81,799.06 but remained range-bound. Aug 25, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open with gains as potential rate cut in US boosts sentiment

Sensex, Nifty open with gains as potential rate cut in US boosts sentiment

Sector-wise, the Nifty IT index led the gains with 1.77 per cent surge followed by Nifty Metal index up 0.88 per cent. The majority of other indices showed moderate gains.In the Nifty pack, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Bajaj Finance, Hindalco and NTPC were the major gainers. ICICI Bank, Apollo Hospital, Jio Financial and Maruti Suzuki were the major laggards. Aug 25, 2025
Gold falls by Rs 600 this week, silver also declines

Gold falls by Rs 600 this week, silver also declines

According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), the price of 24-carat gold now stands at Rs 99,358 per 10 grams, compared to Rs 1,00,023 a week ago -- a decline of Rs 665. Prices of 22-carat gold fell to Rs 91,012 from Rs 91,621 per 10 grams, while 18-carat gold dropped from Rs 75,017 to Rs 74,519 per 10 grams. Aug 24, 2025