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PM Modi arrives in France for first leg of two-nation visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in France for important engagements. He will meet with President Emmanuel Macron and attend the G-7 Summit. The visit includes programs in Nice, Evian, and Paris. These events aim to strengthen India's friendships with key partners. Prime Minister Modi will also represent the aspirations of the Global South at the summit.
Sam Bankman-Fried loses bid to overturn crypto fraud conviction
Sam Bankman-Fried's bid to overturn his fraud conviction and 25-year prison sentence has failed. The appeals court found prosecutors' evidence robust. Bankman-Fried used FTX customer funds for personal expenses. He was found guilty of stealing $8 billion. He is eligible for release in 2044. He is also seeking a presidential pardon.
Bitcoin holds near $64,000 as falling oil prices and US-Iran peace hopes lift risk sentiment
Bitcoin hovered near $64,000, buoyed by falling oil prices and optimism for a US-Iran peace deal, which lifted overall risk sentiment. While Bitcoin saw a slight gain, Ethereum experienced a minor dip. Major altcoins showed mixed performance, with some falling and others rising.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit | From private credit to real estate funds, alternate investments are no longer a niche play for HNIs: Lakshmi Iyer
Indian wealthy investors are now looking beyond stocks for portfolio growth. A significant shift towards diversifying across various investment types and global markets is evident. The wealth management sector is actively developing the necessary tools and options. This trend signifies a structural change, offering investors a wider array of choices for their portfolios.
HDFC Defence Fund adds Tata Motors, reduces exposure in MTAR Technologies and 1 other in May
HDFC Defence Fund added Tata Motors to its portfolio in May while trimming holdings in MTAR Technologies and Rishabh Instruments. The fund increased exposure to key defence-linked stocks, including Bharat Electronics, Bharat Forge, Bharat Dynamics and Mazagon Dock, reflecting sector-focused conviction
Banks seek RBI nod on Guarantee Rule to boost NRI deposit inflows
Banks are urging the RBI to clarify regulations for the new FCNR deposit scheme, aiming to attract diaspora funds. They seek a tweak in wording to allow Non-Resident Indians to leverage multiple times for investments, crucial for the scheme's success in arresting the rupee's slide.
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France’s Mistral in funding talks at about €20 billion valuation
French AI startup Mistral AI is reportedly in talks to raise approximately €3 billion ($3.5 billion) at a valuation of around €20 billion. This significant funding aims to bolster its position in the competitive AI landscape against US and Chinese rivals. The company, founded by former Google and Meta researchers, focuses on providing AI infrastructure for European governments and industries.
US stocks: S&P, Dow edge higher on Mideast deal hopes; SpaceX debut in focus
Major US stock indices opened higher on Friday, driven by optimism for a Middle East peace deal. Investors also anticipated the historic market debut of Elon Musk's SpaceX, expected to be Wall Street's largest public listing ever. The Dow and S&P 500 saw gains, while the Nasdaq experienced a slight dip.
MF Tracker: Nippon India Value Fund turns Rs 10,000 SIP to Rs 1.56 crore in 21 years
Nippon India Value Fund has turned a Rs 10,000 monthly SIP into Rs 1.56 crore over 21 years, according to an ETMutualFunds analysis. Launched in June 2005, the fund holds a four-star rating from Value Research and Morningstar. A Rs 10,000 SIP started 10 years ago would now be worth Rs 27.06 lakh, while similar investments over five and three years would have grown to Rs 8.19 lakh and Rs 3.90 lakh, respectively.
Quant Small Cap Fund raises stake in Adani Enterprises and 8 others, trims in Aurobindo Pharma and 4 more
Quant Small Cap Fund increased exposure to Adani Enterprises and eight other stocks in May while reducing holdings in Aurobindo Pharma and four more. The fund also added six new stocks, exited three positions and maintained a defensive tilt through a higher large-cap allocation.
He is 83, loves The Beatles, Billy Joel. Elon Musk calls him 'smart'? Who is Ron Baron and how much the investor will make from SpaceX shares?
As SpaceX makes it historic Nasdaq debut, veteran investor Ron Baron emerged as one of the company's biggest champions. The 83-year-old billionaire investor believes SpaceX will eventually become 'the largest, most profitable company on the planet,' a view that earned praise from Elon Musk. SpaceX is one Baron Capital's most successful bets.
Good news for Indian mutual fund investors: SpaceX could join Nasdaq 100 after 15 trading days
SpaceX’s expected entry into the Nasdaq-100 could give Indian investors indirect exposure through Nasdaq-linked mutual funds. Jefferies says recent rule changes may allow faster index inclusion, potentially triggering passive fund buying. India currently has five Nasdaq-100 index schemes, though overseas investment limits have restricted fresh inflows into several global fund offerings.
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund raises stake in ITC, HDFC Bank and 14 other stocks in May
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund, India’s largest active flexi-cap scheme by AUM, raised exposure to ITC, HDFC Bank and 14 other stocks in May, according to PPFAS Mutual Fund’s latest portfolio disclosure. The fund added 4.46 crore ITC shares, taking total holdings to 28.78 crore, while increasing its HDFC Bank position by 47.20 lakh shares.
Gulf countries act as propellants for SpaceX IPO as billions flow in
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Kuwait Investment Authority have each placed orders for shares worth $1 billion to $5 billion, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential information. The $580 billion Qatar Investment Authority is also likely to make a significant commitment, the people said.
Are mutual fund investors losing interest in gold ETFs and multi asset allocation funds?
Gold ETFs and multi-asset allocation funds experienced a moderation in investor inflows last month, with gold ETFs seeing a net outflow of Rs 725 crore. Experts advise against over-interpreting single-month data, emphasizing long-term portfolio objectives and strategic asset allocation over short-term trends.
Lenskart Solutions sees Rs 1,862-crore block deal; ADIA likely seller
Eyewear retailer Lenskart Solutions experienced a significant block deal valued at Rs 1,862 crore. Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, through its investment vehicle, sold a portion of its shares. This follows a similar stake sale by SoftBank. Despite early investors reducing holdings, Lenskart's revenue surged in the January-March quarter. The company also reported strong full-year financial performance.
ADIA to sell 2.3% Lenskart stake in Rs 1,944 crore block deal
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is set to divest a 2.3% stake in Lenskart for approximately Rs 1,944 crore via a block deal. This follows SoftBank's recent Rs 2,873 crore share sale. Despite the sale, ADIA will retain significant holdings, indicating substantial paper gains on its 2023 investment. The move comes after Lenskart's IPO lock-in period expired.
Paramount, Warner Bros deal under EU subsidy scrutiny, decision due July 14
A massive $110 billion deal for Warner Bros Discovery by Paramount Skydance Corp faces European Union scrutiny. Gulf sovereign wealth funds are backing this takeover. The EU competition enforcer will decide by July 14 whether to approve the deal or launch a full investigation. This subsidy review is expected to be less complex than the merger review.
RBI "opens the floodgates": Dhawal Dalal on why now may be the best entry point for debt investors in two years
India is attracting foreign debt capital by removing taxes and easing borrowing rules. This move is expected to inject significant liquidity by September 30. Experts believe this will lower short-term interest rates. Target maturity funds are recommended for investors to benefit from these changes. These funds offer predictable returns by holding bonds until maturity.
Axis Mutual Fund removes exit load on largecap, flexicap and 1 more scheme; cuts holding period for midcap fund
Axis Mutual Fund has revised exit load structures across its equity schemes, removing charges for large-cap, flexicap and large & midcap funds while shortening the holding period for the midcap fund. The changes apply from June 15 and will cover all fresh investments, including SIPs, STPs and switches under the schemes.
MF Tracker: Nippon India Value Find turns Rs 10,000 SIP to Rs 1.56 crore in 21 years
Nippon India Value Fund has delivered exceptional returns, turning a Rs 10,000 monthly SIP into Rs 1.56 crore over 21 years. The fund manager focuses on identifying undervalued businesses with strong fundamentals, a strategy that has yielded significant wealth creation for patient, long-term investors.
Retired with 100 stocks and Rs 60,000 SIPs? Expert explains how to simplify your portfolio and plan withdrawals
Retirees face a new challenge: managing wealth after decades of building it. Experts advise simplifying complex portfolios, especially those with many stocks. The focus moves to generating income and ensuring long-term financial security through strategic adjustments to investments and withdrawal plans.
DeepSeek close to sealing $7 billion funding in historic AI deal
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is nearing a massive $7.4 billion funding round, with tech giants Tencent and CATL leading the investment. DeepSeek’s fundraising would mark a new level of ambition from China’s AI leaders as they seek to compete with their American counterparts in the field.
Global Markets: UK financial regulator softens proposed change to UK money market fund rules
In May the government said it would impose tougher rules on money market funds, which were hit by heavy redemptions during a COVID-19-induced "dash for cash" and have been a focus of regulators since.
Novo Holdings commits 500 million euros in new European tech growth fund
Novo Holdings is investing 500 million euros in the new Scaleup Europe Fund. This pan-European fund aims to support technology companies through growth and pre-IPO stages. It brings together European investors to strengthen innovation and retain strategic companies within Europe. First investments are expected from autumn 2026.
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