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ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 brings together leading investors, wealth managers and family-office professionals to decode the forces shaping the next investment cycle. From global capital flows, private credit and alternatives to family offices, GIFT City, SIFs and AI, the summit explores new opportunities and evolving approaches to wealth creation.
RBI MPC decision: How should mutual fund investors tweak their portfolio strategy after 25 bps rate hike?
RBI’s 25-basis-point repo rate hike has changed the near-term outlook for mutual fund investors. Experts advise continuing SIPs, staggering lumpsum investments and favouring quality, shorter-duration debt funds. In equities, large caps remain preferred for core allocations, while investors should be selective with small-cap and thematic exposure amid policy uncertainty.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000-crore SME Growth Fund and new authority to plan transport and logistics
The Indian government has approved a ₹10,000-crore SME Growth Fund aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises. Additionally, an Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority has been established to enhance transport infrastructure planning. This fund is intended to address equity capital gaps currently faced by SMEs and facilitate their growth. ITLA will create a comprehensive National Transport Master Plan to improve coordination across various transport sectors.
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund for small and medium enterprises
The Union Cabinet approved a Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund to support micro, small, and medium enterprises. This fund is part of the government's initiative to create champion MSMEs in India. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined various measures to enhance liquidity support and accessibility to risk capital. Additionally, the government allocated Rs 24,566.27 crore to the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.
Best mid cap mutual funds to invest in October 2026
As per Sebi norms, the mid cap mutual funds are mandated to invest in companies that are between 101 and 250 in the market capitalisation. These companies can be leaders of tomorrow. That’s what makes them great bets. If these companies live up to the promise, the market will reward the investors handsomely.
Garuda Aerospace lands $10 million pre-IPO funding at $320 million valuation
Garuda Aerospace is looking to go public in the first quarter of 2027, according to people in the know. The company filed its draft IPO papers through the confidential route in April and received the market regulator’s observations on August 5, allowing it to proceed with the IPO process.
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Franklin India Small Cap Fund turns Rs 10,000 SIP to nearly Rs 2 crore in 20 years, crosses Rs 14,000 crore AUM
Franklin India Small Cap Fund crossed Rs 14,000 crore in AUM, while a Rs 10,000 monthly SIP grew to nearly Rs 1.94 crore over 20 years. The fund has outperformed its benchmark over 15 years, highlighting long-term compounding and disciplined investing.

Tata Power Renewables adds 88,397 rooftop solar installations in Jul-Sep quarter
Tata Power Solaroof has announced impressive growth in rooftop solar panel installations during the July to September quarter, registering 88,397 new setups – a notable 33 percent increase from last year. The first half of FY27 saw over 1,68,530 installations, achieving a 50 percent year-on-year growth. Uttar Pradesh took the spotlight with 1,16,254 installations, helping the company reach a cumulative total of 5,75,000 installations and a capacity exceeding 5.

Cabinet clears Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund to boost small and medium enterprises
The SME Growth Fund aims to provide long-term growth capital and address financing gaps for these businesses. By targeting manufacturing and services sectors, the initiative will facilitate expansion and enhance competitiveness. Strategic investments in Tier II and Tier III cities will foster balanced regional development as well.

Current gold prices provide a better entry point as central bank demand supports the outlook, says Tata Mutual Fund
Gold prices have corrected sharply from their January peak, but Tata Mutual Fund believes the long-term outlook remains supported by central bank buying, fiscal risks and geopolitical uncertainty. The fund house also remains constructive on silver amid persistent supply deficits.

Banks vs NBFCs: Which stocks could benefit as RBI eyes rate hike for first time in 3 years?
The RBI’s expected first rate hike in three years could have a mixed impact on banks and NBFCs. While higher funding costs may pressure NBFC margins, lenders with floating-rate assets and strong liquidity could benefit. Brokerages favour HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bajaj Finance and Tata Capital.

Indian banks face a Q2 paradox: FCNR boosts loan growth but margins shrink
Indian banks are heading into the Q2 earnings season with strong loan growth, helped by FCNR(B) deposit inflows, but margins are likely to remain under pressure. Analysts expect healthy earnings growth on lower credit costs and stable asset quality, while favouring large private banks such as HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank.

ETSA 2026: Consumer brands poised for bigger exits as strategic acquisitions pick up: Sauce’s Manu Chandra
Chandra has been selected for the Midas Touch honour for best investor at The ET Startup Awards 2026, with the jury recognising his track record of backing companies early and delivering significant exits.

New Zealand's wealthy visa investors are helping build a new cable car in Queenstown
New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus visa programme could help finance a proposed NZ$265 million cable car in Queenstown, with approved fund manager Private Capital Group reaching an in-principle lending agreement with Southern Infrastructure. The project would link central Queenstown with Frankton, the airport and Ladies Mile, while giving wealthy visa investors another avenue to channel capital into New Zealand infrastructure.

They sold their family car and home to build a wedding-gift business. By 2018, it was a £10 million business
A couple founded Prezola in 2011 as an online wedding gift list platform after identifying a market need. Initially funded with £50,000 from friends and family, they sold their car to market the website. As the business expanded, they sold their family home to fund further development and growth.

Tata Steel expanding NINL capacity to 5 MT per annum: CEO TV Narendran
Tata Steel is channeling Rs 40,000 crore towards boosting the capacity of Neelachal Ispat Nigam Limited (NINL) by an impressive 5 million tonnes annually. This strategic acquisition, which was finalized on July 4, 2022, cost Rs 12,100 crore. After being idle for over three years due to financial turmoil, NINL is now revived.

12 equity mutual funds turned Rs 10,000 SIP into Rs 10 crore since inception. Are they in your portfolio?
A Rs 10,000 monthly SIP in 12 equity mutual funds grew to more than Rs 10 crore since their respective inceptions, an ETMutualFunds analysis found. Nippon India Growth Mid Cap Fund topped the list with Rs 27.13 crore, followed by Franklin India Mid Cap Fund at Rs 22.13 crore, highlighting long-term wealth creation.

Tata Sons' Chandrasekaran lists 3 priorities to keep India’s growth engine humming
Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said India’s economy remains robust and resilient despite global uncertainty, with strong domestic demand, services exports and government policy supporting growth.

Listed startups unlock Rs 25,000 crore for VC, PE investors
An ET analysis of National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE block and bulk deal disclosures across 18 new-age companies shows sales by investors including Japan’s SoftBank group and venture capital firms Peak XV Partners, Elevation Capital and Accel.

ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0: Date, venue, speakers, agenda and registration
The ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 set to be held on October 8 at ITC Maratha in Mumbai. Leading investment experts will convene to discuss trends affecting capital flows and investment strategies. Keynote speeches and panel discussions will cover topics such as alternative assets, structured debt, and family office investment frameworks. The summit aims to provide insights into evolving wealth creation methodologies and the role of technology in investing.

India should tax capital income, not wealth or inheritance: Economist Daniel Waldenstrom
India should focus on taxing capital income, such as corporate profits and dividends, to address inequality. Economist Daniel Waldenstrom supports taxing capital income rather than imposing wealth or inheritance taxes. He suggests that high taxes may discourage saving and investment, which is crucial for economic growth. Broader access to education and a stronger pension system can help include more people in economic gains.

ChrysCapital to take minority stake in Linux laboratories
Linux Laboratories has secured $70 million in equity funding from ChrysCapital and Tata Capital Healthcare Fund III. This investment involves both primary capital and a secondary purchase, marking Tata Capital Healthcare Fund II's full exit. The funding will help Linux deepen its presence in existing specialties and expand into new therapeutic areas.

Tata Sons shake-up could hit Tata Group credit ratings, S&P warns
S&P Global Ratings has indicated that upcoming changes within the Tata Group may affect credit quality. The agency pointed out that leadership transitions could challenge the continuity of the group's strategies and financial policies. Significant growth plans exist for various Tata companies, emphasizing their importance to Tata Sons. A potential public listing of Tata Sons might introduce public shareholder scrutiny and impact group support assessments.

Air India's ₹10,000 crore fundraise plan draws cashflow concerns
Air India is currently looking to secure ₹10,000 crore in fresh loans for various operational needs. Some lenders are hesitant to provide credit due to uncertain cash flow visibility and risks. The Tata Group-backed airline reported a significant increase in losses over the past financial year, including foreign-exchange losses. Despite this, state-owned banks are willing to renew existing credit lines due to a good credit rating.

Change in Tata structure could affect rating, says S&P
The leadership transition or changes in the group structure or stakeholder priorities may raise questions around the continuity of the group's strategy and financial policy, and the likelihood of group support over the longer term, the rating agency said.

Tata Sons listing, leadership transition may reshape group's long-term financial strategy: S&P
S&P Global said a potential Tata Sons leadership transition or listing would not immediately affect group company ratings, with financial policy changes likely to be gradual. The agency said a listing would be credit-neutral near term, though greater scrutiny of capital allocation, shareholder returns and support for weaker group companies could affect its longer-term assessment.

BSE shares rise 2% ahead of Nifty 50 entry tomorrow. Top brokerages share mixed outlook
BSE shares rose ahead of their Nifty 50 inclusion, with the move expected to trigger significant passive fund inflows. While Macquarie remains bullish on BSE’s growth prospects, Jefferies and Nuvama flag regulatory changes, CAS and trading-related headwinds.

Tata Electronics triples equity investment as iPhone, chip plans expand
Tata Electronics significantly increased capital investments and debt financing for Apple iPhone manufacturing and semiconductor initiatives. The company provided ₹61,280 crore in guarantees and ₹1,017 crore in loans to subsidiaries. Equity investments surged to ₹3,727 crore largely due to semiconductor business expansion. Despite a revenue increase, net losses widened significantly to ₹1,611 crore for the fiscal year.
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