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Tempsens Instruments is likely to finalise the basis of allotment for its Rs 650-crore IPO today, August 25. The issue got a massive response, subscribed 184.07 times. Investors can check their status on the BSE, NSE, or registrar websites. Shares are scheduled to list on August 28 with strong premiums.
The Sensex and Nifty 50 are expected to open lower on 25 August amid weak global cues. In the previous session, the Sensex fell 171.72 points to close at 77,369.11. Sachin Gupta said, "The broader trading range stands at 76,800-78,000, with the near-term bias remaining sideways." Markets remain cautious today.
The U.S. dollar struggled for traction on Tuesday as markets weighed new Iran sanctions and Treasury buybacks. The euro and pound rose slightly, while Bitcoin continued its upward path. Ray Attrill said, "Maybe if you're going to be sanctioned, you better buy some dollars first before that happens."
Brent crude futures rose to $92.16 a barrel on August 25 as investors weighed new U.S. sanctions on Iran. Prices gained marginally after they fell more than 2% on Monday. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said countries must sever business ties with Iran or risk being excluded from the financial system.
CLSA prefers UltraTech Cement and Shree Cement as the sector eyes a recovery in H2FY27. While Q1 earnings surprised with strong growth, firms face pressure in Q2FY27 due to high fuel costs. The brokerage said, "demand remains resilient despite the seasonally weak period," keeping the long-term outlook for cement positive.
Silver prices jumped 5-6% after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced increased bond buybacks on 19 August. Silver reached ₹245,000 per kg by 21 August, driven by a persistent supply deficit and high industrial demand. Hindustan Zinc remains a key Indian stock to watch as silver output continues to grow steadily.
Lead School expects 20% revenue growth in FY27 and eyes an IPO within three years. The edtech firm plans to reach 25,000 schools while scaling its AI products. Cofounder Sumeet Mehta said, “The investment went in, the revenue took some time because we wanted to test and be sure.”
CEO exits at Nifty500 companies rose to 52 in FY26, with many leaders leaving before their terms ended. Investors got worried as stock prices fell in seven out of nine cases after such announcements. Shiv Nath Ghosh said, "Leadership departures are a risk signal rather than a routine event."
Indian equities ended lower on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as selling pressure weighed on market sentiment. The Nifty 50 fell 0.22% to close at 24,210.40, while the Sensex slipped 0.18% to 78,095.25. Many investors stayed cautious due to inflation concerns and uncertainty over banking rules, though Tata Motors shares got a boost.
Corporate India raised over Rs 1.11 lakh crore through equity fundraising in July and August. Strong IPO activity drove this growth, accounting for 40% of the total funds. Munish Aggarwal of Equirus Capital said, "The primary market does not necessarily require a sharply rising index; it requires liquidity, reasonable volatility and confidence."
The Nifty 50 index ended Monday at 24,219.05, down by 32.95 points. The index started the session on a positive note but failed to hold higher levels. It got trapped between key moving averages, showing a sideways trend. Investors now watch the August expiry on Tuesday for a clear directional move.
Asian stocks fell on Tuesday after a tech selloff hit Wall Street. The MSCI Asia Pacific gauge slipped 0.4% as investors cut exposure to technology shares. Meanwhile, gold prices rose for a fifth day. Chris Larkin said, “Nvidia and other tech earnings are positioned to be a major weight.”