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Karan Aggarwal, CIO at Ametra PMS, said the Nifty 50 can hit 27,000 by March 2027. He expects an EPS growth rate of 10%-11% in FY27. However, he warned that commodity inflation and global risks could trigger a 10%-20% valuation compression if markets do not factor in these negative surprises.
DOMS Industries recommended a final dividend of Rs 3.65 per share for FY26. Investors must buy shares by August 26 to qualify, as the record date is August 27. Shareholders will consider this proposal at the 20th Annual General Meeting on September 3, 2026. Ensure your bank details are updated.
Seven stocks will trade ex-date on August 27, 2026, for dividends and rights issues. Procter & Gamble Health Ltd fixed August 27 as the record date for its Rs 45 per share dividend. Manaksia Coated Metals and Thomas Cook also set August 27 for their Rs 0.50 per share dividend payouts.
FedEx plans to invest USD 150 million to build an air cargo hub at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. The facility will cover 2,30,000 square feet and aims to boost connectivity across North and East India. It will increase package processing capacity from 600 to 5,000 units every single hour.
Banks across India will remain closed on several days in September 2026 due to festivals and regional observances. The Reserve Bank of India calendar shows closures on September 12 and 26, plus all Sundays. Customers should check local schedules for branch-dependent work, though digital banking services will stay open.
Cipla shares fell over 1 per cent on Tuesday after the USFDA issued seven observations following an inspection at its Pithampur facility. The company said it is committed to addressing the observations comprehensively within the stipulated time. This news follows a recent 39 per cent drop in quarterly net profit.
BSE shares face pressure as NSE might list on its own exchange. A PL Capital note said this move could hit BSE earnings by 1-2 percent in FY27. Meanwhile, trading volumes fell after the closing auction system started on August 3, and index option volumes dropped 27 percent in August 2026.
European shares edged higher on Tuesday as investors assessed the latest U.S. sanctions against Iran. The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 0.3% to 656.14 as defence stocks led gains, rising about 1%. Markets got relief because the U.S. Treasury did not immediately impose penalties, easing fears about global trade and energy supplies.
India’s IPO market saw a strong comeback in July-August, with 18 of 22 listings delivering positive debut-day returns. Average listing gains hit 25%, up from 7% in Q1FY27. Narendra Solanki said, "Successful listing of an IPO has various factors like better business model, future growth potential, and return ratios."
Rays of Belief Limited will launch its IPO on September 1, 2026, with a price band of ₹227 to ₹239 per share. The company, known for the Mom’s Belief brand, plans to use the funds to open many new centres across India to support children with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Indian retailers are keeping price hikes in check despite rising costs for cotton, yarn, and fabric. Companies are adjusting sourcing and building safety stocks to protect demand. "Price hikes are being kept highly calibrated," Nuvama said. Value retail and electronics remain strong, and festive demand should support growth soon.
TCS shareholders lost Rs 3.4 lakh crore in 2026 as the stock fell 29.37 per cent. Shares traded at Rs 2,279.60 on August 25, down from Rs 3,227.40. Dividend income also fell 12.7 per cent this year. Many investors now wonder if they should buy, sell, or hold the IT stock.