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Softbank continues to offload Indian equities, sells Meesho shares worth Rs 1,885 cr. Which other stocks did it sell this year?
SoftBank Group-backed investment vehicle SVF II Meerkat (DE) LLC sold 7.64 crore shares of Bengaluru-based Meesho at an average price of Rs 246.75 apiece on Friday, according to block deal data on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). This takes the total value of the deal to a little over Rs 1,885 crore.
Softbank further trims India exposure, offloads Meesho shares worth Rs 1,885 crore
In the latest transaction, SVF II Meerkat (DE) LLC, an affiliate of SoftBank, offloaded 7.64 crore shares in Bengaluru-based Meesho, according to the block deal data on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The share sale was executed on Friday at an average price of Rs 246.75 apiece, taking the total deal value to Rs 1,885.17 crore.
General insurers clock 10.5% premium growth in October
General insurance companies in India saw a 10.5% increase in gross direct premium income in October. Standalone health insurers also reported significant growth, outperforming general insurers in several areas. HDFC ERGO and SBI General led the performance among private insurers with impressive increases in premium income. Public sector insurers like National Insurance also experienced growth, though some faced declines.
Softbank further trims India exposure, offloads Meesho shares worth Rs 1,885 cr
In the latest transaction, SVF II Meerkat (DE) LLC, an affiliate of SoftBank, offloaded 7.64 crore shares in Bengaluru-based Meesho, according to the block deal data on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
Stocks in news: Tata Power, Cupid, Garden Reach, ITC, Aurobindo Pharma and Vodafone Idea
Indian benchmark indices have extended their winning streak, closing positively after the Muhurat trading session. Key stocks such as life insurance companies and Tata Power reported notable quarterly earnings results. HDFC Life and LIC showed healthy premium growth, while Tata Power recorded a record profit in Q2 FY27. Other companies like Cupid and Mishra Dhatu Nigam also reported impressive profit increases during the quarter.
Under attack, banks bolster cyber covers, opt for higher sum assured to protect against hits
For large financial institutions, the biggest impact often is the loss arising from systems remaining unavailable after an attack, rather than the immediate cost of the breach. Besides business interruption, ransomware, data theft, cyber extortion and third-party liabilities are among the key risks.
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Bajaj Finserv shares rise 2%, extend gains after Q2 results. Why Jefferies reduced target price but still sees 34% upside
Bajaj Finserv shares had gained around 2% on Tuesday as well after the company announced the earnings, reporting a 17% YoY increase in revenue from operations to Rs 43,416 crore for the second quarter of the ongoing financial year 2027, from Rs 37,215 crore reported in the year-ago period. The shares of the company rose further to Rs 1,749 apiece on Wednesday morning.
No. 2 on Day 1: How Jio Platforms broke India’s market cap hierarchy in debut trade
Jio Platforms made a blockbuster stock market debut, listing at a 21.3% premium over its IPO price of Rs 1,119 at Rs 1,358 on the BSE. With a market capitalisation of around Rs 12.5 lakh crore, it became India’s second-most valuable listed company after parent Reliance Industries, overtaking Bharti Airtel. The debut also made Jio India’s largest listed telecom company, placing it ahead of major players such as TCS, SBI and Bajaj Finance.
Jio’s big-bang listing may give it stock market’s No.2 crown after Reliance Industries
Jio Platforms could overtake Bharti Airtel to become India’s second-largest listed company after its October 28 debut, with a 22% grey market premium implying a market capitalisation of Rs 12.5 lakh crore. Its Rs 30,213-crore IPO drew 22.2 times subscription, while brokerages highlighted growth opportunities in broadband, enterprise technology and AI.
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.
ET Business Growth Summit, Nagpur: Maharashtra minister Jaiswal calls for a rethink of industrial incentives to ease investor stress
ET Business Growth Summit in Nagpur highlighted land shortages, financing constraints, and rising energy costs as major challenges.
Bajaj Finserv says Deepak Reddy appointed as CEO designate of Bajaj General Insurance
Bajaj General Insurance has appointed Deepak Reddy as CEO designate from January 1, 2027. He will take over as managing director and CEO on April 1, 2027, subject to approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
Insurers nearly double private credit fund investments
Over the past two years, insurance companies have notably enhanced their engagement with private credit funds as a strategy to diversify investments and generate better returns for their clients. Insurers are advocating for higher caps on alternative investment fund allocations to strengthen their financial portfolios. Thanks to recent regulatory updates that expanded investment choices, both life and general insurance sectors are now keenly involved in private credit markets.
How a personal loan can help you manage planned and emergency expenses
Understand how a personal loan can help you cover planned expenses and urgent financial needs, explore its benefits, and plan your EMIs based on your budget.
Jio Platforms' IPO draws Rs 2.5 lakh crore in anchor bids
Global investors included BlackRock Global Funds, Capital Group, Fidelity, New World Fund and American Funds Developing World Growth and Income Fund. Other overseas participants included Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), Janus Henderson, Societe Generale, Morgan Stanley Investment Funds, Norway's Government Pension Fund Global, Citadel Securities Singapore, Eastspring Investments, T. Rowe Price, Prudential Hong Kong and Integrated Core Strategies (Asia).
10-minute househelp startups & their crore-sized losses
Latest financials reported by Snabbit and Urban Company on Friday point to heavy cash burn in the race to deliver household services within 10 minutes. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Ather Energy gets Irdai licence, will distribute and service insurance policies
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India granted the subsidiary a certificate of registration on October 15 to act as a corporate agent (composite), Ather Energy said in a stock exchange filing on Thursday. The registration covers life, general and health insurance.
With Rs 50,000 salary, does a 6-month emergency fund mean having Rs 3 lakh? Practical tips to achieve the right amount
6-month emergency fund with Rs 50,000 salary: While calculating the amount, you should count everything that still needs to be paid even when salary stops. So, where should you put this money and how much should you invest every month to hit the target faster? Moreover, an individual who is single and has no dependents may not need the same amount of emergency fund as someone with a family.
BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Nomura among key investors as Zetwerk mops up Rs 2,251 crore in anchor bidding; IPO opens on Oct 15
Zetwerk Manufacturing Businesses raised Rs 2,251 crore from 99 anchor investors, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs and Nomura, ahead of its IPO opening on October 15. The Rs 5,012 crore issue, priced at Rs 143–151 per share, comprises a fresh issue and an offer for sale. Subscription closes on October 19.
Want an early signal on the economy and stocks this festive season? Watch 19 stocks, and what their managements say in the next 20 days
There is a set of companies that sees the shape of the economy before economists do. They know when a household decides to spend or hold back; to buy better things or cheaper ones. This festive season, what these companies sell, and what they say about it afterwards, will tell you more about where consumption is headed than any official number. Watch them closely. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund exits Eternal, Ashok Leyland and 16 more, trims stake in RIL, HDFC Bank and 32 others
JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund made complete exits from 18 stocks, including Eternal and Ashok Leyland, in September 2026, while trimming stakes in RIL, HDFC Bank, and 32 others. Managed by Tanvi Kacheria and Sahil Chaudhary, the scheme added 19 new stocks with total AUM standing at Rs 3,175 crore.
Stocks in news: Adani Enterprises, Hyundai Motor India, BHEL, BEL, Groww, Tata Elxsi and RailTel
Indian stocks rallied impressively, as benchmark indices surged by over 1.5%, fueled by a wave of positive investor sentiment. Key players like Adani Enterprises and Hyundai Motor India are capturing attention due to significant recent updates. While Tata Elxsi experienced a minor dip in net profit, revenue and EBIT improvements were encouraging. Furthermore, Bharat Electronics has secured fresh orders totaling Rs 533 crore, enhancing its order backlog.
Earnings Tracker: HDFC Bank, HCL Tech, Wipro among 129 companies set to report Q2 results this week
As many as 129 companies are set to announce their Q2 FY27 results this week, including HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, HCL Tech, Wipro and Nestle India. With the earnings season underway, investors will track key announcements across banking, IT and other sectors after markets snapped an eight-week losing streak. Here is a day-wise list of major companies scheduled to report results.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 20%
In times like these, the market will have its green and red days. What matters, however, is not the colour of a single day, but the things underneath it: The central bank, the fund flows, and, above all, corporate earnings. Watch those, stay patient, and forget the daily noise.
Bajaj Finserv to rope in ex-GIC re chief for reinsurance venture
Bajaj Finserv is preparing to enter the reinsurance sector with the appointment of N Ramaswamy Narayanan. The former chairman of GIC Re brings over thirty years of reinsurance experience to the role. This strategic move aims to strengthen the Bajaj Group's existing insurance operations through a new subsidiary focused on reinsurance.
‘Focus on claim ratios, not commissions’: Bajaj General CEO on insurance reform
Bajaj General Insurance's MD highlights the need to focus on claim ratios instead of distributor commissions. The insurance regulator recently proposed expense caps for better customer protection. Industry discussions are ongoing to gather insights before formal representations are made. Swiss Re Corporate Solutions will collaborate with Bajaj General to provide tailored insurance solutions for globalizing Indian corporates.
New indicator for New India: 25 stocks whose numbers can reveal what is in store for the economy and the stock market
For decades, there was a familiar way to understand the Indian consumer. Economists waited for GDP, industrial production, inflation, credit growth and other official numbers, and then used them to work out whether households were spending more or pulling back. Those indicators still matter. But the Indian consumer has changed faster than the dashboard used to track consumption and spending patterns. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
Irdai commission curbs spark sharp selloff in insurers, banks and NBFCs
Shares of insurers, banks, and non-banking finance companies dropped sharply following proposed commission caps by Irdai. The proposals raised concerns over the outlook for businesses reliant on insurance distribution. Major companies such as PB Fintech and Max Financial Services experienced significant declines. Analysts indicate that banks and NBFCs could face negative impacts from the changes in commission structures.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian equities suffered a sharp selloff, with Sensex plunging 1,248 points and Nifty falling 1.6% as US Treasury yields hit 19-year highs, crude stayed above $100 and geopolitical concerns intensified. Financial stocks led losses, while market breadth remained heavily negative.
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