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Vedant Poly Fabs shares to list on SME platform today; check GMP ahead of debut
Shares of Vedant Poly Fabs will list on the NSE SME platform today, November 9. The Rs 56.68 crore IPO saw 1.90 times overall subscription. Grey market premium indicates a marginal listing gain around Rs 95 per share against the issue price of Rs 94.
Stocks in news: M&M, BHEL, Adani Enterprises, Wipro, Tata Steel, Siemens and Divi's Labs
Indian equity markets ended marginally lower on Sunday, breaking a seven-session winning streak. The NSE Nifty 50 decreased by 44 points, closing at 24,986. Several companies, including Adani Enterprises and Tata Steel, announced important corporate developments and new investments. Wipro appointed a new CEO for its Americas unit, while various firms reported their quarterly earnings. Overall, investors remain cautious as they monitor these announcements and future market movements.
Stock Market Holiday 2026: When will BSE & NSE be closed for Diwali? Muhurat trading timings, other key things to know
Indian stock markets will hold a special Muhurat Trading session on Sunday, November 8, to mark Diwali, despite the regular trading holiday. BSE and NSE will remain shut on November 10 for Diwali-Balipratipada. Check the complete schedule and timings.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian markets staged a powerful rally, with Sensex jumping 2,009 points and Nifty gaining 576 points. Improved global sentiment, easing crude prices, US midterm election results, foreign investor buying and strong Q2 earnings lifted market capitalisation above Rs 500 lakh crore.
LG Electronics shares jump 8% to 52-week high after Q2 results. Jefferies retains Buy, retains target price
LG Electronics India shares surged to a 52-week high after strong Q2FY27 results, with Jefferies retaining its Buy rating and Rs 1,950 target price. The brokerage expects 21% EPS CAGR through FY29, driven by premiumisation, capacity expansion and new business opportunities.
French fried: Texas Republican pays the price for anti-Indian politics
French's defeat has given a stark electoral warning to an increasingly uncomfortable contradiction within the Republican Party: a party that spent years courting Indian-American voters, celebrating their entrepreneurial success and welcoming Indian investment particularly in Texas, is now struggling with a section of its own political base questioning whether Indians belong in Texas at all.
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Wiscon Industries SME shares to list today: Check subscription status and key detail
Wiscon Industries will debut on the BSE SME platform on November 3, 2026, following its Rs 110-crore IPO, subscribed 88% overall. The Delhi-based consumer electronics supplier plans to use proceeds for subsidiary expansion, working capital and marketing. Its revenue surged to Rs 73.39 crore in FY26, reflecting rapid business growth.

These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%
Oil prices matter to the Indian economy, and the market responded with a smart rally as Brent crude cooled significantly on Monday. The rally was broad-based and involved all segments. But too much should not be read into one day’s showing. The thing to watch remains the results of the US mid-term elections which will be known in India through Wednesday. It will decide which way the market will move in the coming days and weeks.

Office, retail and warehousing offer new opportunities as India’s real estate market matures: JLL
India’s commercial real estate market is entering a new phase, with office, retail and warehousing offering fresh opportunities for institutional investors, a JLL report said. Despite cap rates hitting historic lows, the sector continues to offer double-digit unlevered returns over five years. With limited scope for further compression, future returns will increasingly depend on rental income growth and operational efficiencies.

Vedant Poly Fabs SME IPO opens today; GMP at 16%, check key details
Vedant Poly Fabs’ Rs 56.68-crore IPO opens for subscription today on the NSE SME platform, with a 16% grey market premium indicating a potentially positive listing. The company plans to use the proceeds for working capital, debt repayment and manufacturing expansion.

PM Modi's Gujarat visit: Rs 14,000-crore projects, Rs 19,000-crore PM-KISAN payout, new trains and Ahmedabad Metro expansion on agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a two-day visit to Gujarat, during which he will inaugurate and dedicate development projects worth Rs 14,000 crore, release the 24th instalment of PM-KISAN payments worth Rs 19,000 crore and flag off two trains. His itinerary includes laying the foundation stone for Ahmedabad Metro extensions and road upgrades, inaugurating child-friendly Anganwadi centres and participating in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations at Ekta Nagar.

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian equities rallied over 1% on Thursday as the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, crude prices eased and institutional buying strengthened sentiment. Sensex gained 905 points, while Nifty rose 238 points, adding nearly ₹5 lakh crore in market value.

PM to visit Gujarat on Oct 30-31, inaugurate projects worth Rs 14,000 crore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a two-day visit to Gujarat, where he will inaugurate significant development projects. He will dedicate over Rs 14,000 crore worth of initiatives, including child-friendly Anganwadi Centres and agriculture infrastructure projects. Modi is also set to participate in cultural celebrations, notably Bharat Parv 2026, aimed at showcasing India's diverse heritage. Additionally, he will lay the foundation stone for the Ahmedabad Metro phases.

Wiscon Industries SME IPO opens today; check price band and other key details
Wiscon Industries’ Rs 110-crore IPO opened on October 27 and will close on October 29. The BSE SME issue, priced at Rs 194–204 per share, includes a fresh issue and an offer for sale. Proceeds will support machinery purchases, working capital, marketing and other corporate expenses.

These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analysts
At this juncture, what companies say about their Q2 results, and their outlook for Q3 and Q4, matters a great deal – but only to a certain extent. A company can plan only for what is in its control. No management can predict what the US President will decide, or which way the trouble in the Gulf will turn next.

Why Wall Street is selling chip stocks and buying Berkshire: Is Buffett’s old-school stock the new hedge against the AI trade, or an early warning for markets?
Berkshire hits a record as chip stocks slump 15%: Investors dumped chip stocks and rushed to Berkshire Hathaway. Between October 2 and 20, the semiconductor ETF SOXX lost 15.1 per cent, while Berkshire’s Class B shares rose 7.4 per cent to a record close. This combination last happened in October 2001, as the dot-com bubble burst. Berkshire’s third-quarter results are due November 7.

Bank of Baroda shares drop 3% after NMC Healthcare founder BR Shetty files $15 bn lawsuit; lender issues clarification
Bank of Baroda shares fell over 3% to Rs 230.40 on Wednesday following reports that NMC Healthcare founder BR Shetty filed a $15 billion lawsuit against the lender in the Bombay High Court alleging fraud. Bank of Baroda clarified to exchanges that it has not yet been served.

Sahajanand Medical Technologies sets IPO price band at Rs 327-344 per share; issue opens on Oct 15
Sahajanand Medical Technologies has set a price band of Rs 327-344 per share for its Rs 475.48 crore IPO, which opens on October 15 and closes on October 19. The issue is entirely an offer for sale, with shares scheduled to list on the BSE and NSE on October 22.

The ET Startup Awards 2026 special
Happy Monday! The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) 2026 ceremony brought together the country’s top founders, investors, and policymakers in Bengaluru for a Friday evening of sharp insights and spirited conversations.

R.K. Fashion Accessories IPO listing today: Check GMP and expected listing price
The Rs 35 crore public issue was priced at Rs 82 per share at the upper end of the price band. It comprised a fresh issue of 42.67 lakh shares, with no offer-for-sale (OFS) component.

Nifty bulls regain momentum, but can bears strike back? 5 factors to decide D-Street’s fate next week
Indian equities snapped an eight-week losing streak as the Nifty 50 and Sensex rebounded on Friday. However, elevated crude prices, foreign investor outflows, inflation data, bond yields and the September-quarter earnings season could shape the market’s next move. Here are five key factors investors should track next week.

Warren Buffett calls out the worst accounting trick in corporate America, and the analysts who help it along
Every loan that Warren Buffett’s home business makes, it keeps. When the borrower stops paying, the loss is borne by his company rather than somebody who bought the paper years ago. Buffett contrasts that with how the last housing crisis was built, and then applies the same test to accounting, to executive pay, and to the numbers analysts repeat without checking. One question runs through all of it, and almost no annual report answers it.

Mid-sized restaurants hungry for funds as investors stay away
Mid-sized organized restaurant chains face financing challenges. Investors are being more cautious, focusing on sustainable profits and unit economics. As a result, several chains explore capital raises or stake sales. Recent investments favor businesses demonstrating strong financial performance and growth potential. Meanwhile, larger investments continue to thrive, creating a divide in the restaurant industry.

Satin Creditcare Network shares gain 4% after Q2 business update; AUM rises 31% YoY
Satin Creditcare Network shares gained 3.74% after strong Q2FY27 business updates. Consolidated AUM rose 31% year-on-year to Rs 16,600 crore, while disbursements increased 41%. Asset quality improved, with GNPA falling to 1.9%. Borrowing costs declined, collections remained strong, and the company expanded its borrower base, branches and workforce during the quarter.

R.K. Fashion Accessories SME IPO opens for subscription. Check price band, lot size and key details
R.K. Fashion Accessories IPO opened for subscription on October 5 and will close on October 7. The Rs 34.99 crore SME issue has a price band of Rs 77–82 per share and a lot size of 1,600 shares. The company plans to use proceeds for working capital, expansion and new retail facilities.

AMFI reshuffle: NSE may get largecap status, SBI Fund Management may become midcap in H1 CY27
Nuvama expects NSE to enter the largecap category and SBI Funds Management to become a midcap in AMFI’s H1 CY27 reshuffle. Bosch, Siemens Energy India and others may be upgraded, while several largecaps could move down. The revised classification will take effect from February 1, 2027, after H2 CY26 market-cap rankings.

Sell your stocks too soon and you may pay more: How long you hold an asset changes your 2026 Capital Gains Tax, and timing matters here
The baseline for tax planning in 2026 relies on shifting retirement contribution limits. The IRS adjusted these thresholds, altering the calculus for wage earners trying to suppress their taxable income. A traditional 401(k) or 403(b) now absorbs up to $24,500 in pre-tax earnings. Individual Retirement Accounts cap at $7,500.

Cube Highways Trust secures Rs.1,150 crore through AAA-rated NCDs
Cube Highways Trust has triumphantly secured Rs. 1,150 crore by issuing senior secured NCDs, boasting a competitive coupon rate of 7.50% per annum, payable quarterly for five years. Major institutional players, Axis Bank Limited and ICICI Bank Limited, were pivotal investors in this transaction. The proceeds will facilitate debt refinancing and support ongoing capital projects, as part of an ambitious financing initiative targeting Rs. 4,500 crore.

IPO Calendar: Quiet week ahead after Rs 39,000 crore September rush, but Street to see 29 listings
The momentum had picked up sharply from August, after a muted first four months of FY27, as stronger listing gains and steady liquidity pulled investors back into new issues.
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