SEBI could have been better prepared for closing auction, says UK Sinha

Former SEBI chairman UK Sinha said the regulator could have been better prepared for the closing auction session. The mechanism started on August 3 for F&O stocks. "Better preparation, consultation, and beta testing were needed, but I am not worried," Sinha said. The system now faces concerns over sharp price swings.

10 penny stocks zoom up to 119% in just 2 months, 4 turn multibaggers. Did you own any?

Ten penny stocks jumped up to 119% over the past two months, with four turning into multibaggers. These shares had a market cap under Rs 1,000 crore and prices below Rs 20. While these stocks showed strong momentum, experts warn that they carry high risks like sharp volatility and low liquidity.

Nifty weekly outlook: Nifty trapped in 23,900-24,750 range; fresh buying should remain selective

Nifty ended the week lower after consolidating in a narrow range between 24,076.85 and 24,378.60. The index closed at 24,175.65, a loss of 76.35 points. India VIX fell 4.64% to 10.68. Experts said the index remains trapped between 23,900 and 24,750, so traders should keep fresh buying very selective.

SBI, arm to dilute up to 1% stake in NSE via public offer

State Bank of India and its subsidiary SBI Capital Markets plan to dilute up to 1 per cent stake in the National Stock Exchange via its upcoming IPO. SBI Chairman C S Setty said, "We are participating in that divestment." The bank currently holds a 3.23 per cent stake there.

Large-Cap or Mid/Small-Cap: Where is the bigger opportunity? White Oak Capital CEO Ashish Somaiyaa explains

White Oak Capital CEO Aashish Somaiyaa said investors should stagger fresh investments as global uncertainties continue to weigh on markets. He suggested looking beyond traditional small-cap stocks for opportunities. "Both sides of the situation have improved," he said, though he warned that geopolitical tensions and volatile oil prices remain risks.

These 5 flexicap mutual funds offered up to 15% CAGR in 3 years. Do you own any? - Top flexi caps

Five flexicap mutual funds delivered up to 20.2% CAGR over the past three years, as of August 19, 2026. Bank of India Flexi Cap Fund led the group with 20.2% returns. Other top performers like Motilal Oswal, Invesco, ICICI Prudential, and ITI Flexi Cap funds also showed strong growth for investors.

India becomes key petrol supplier to Russia as refinery attacks bite

India has emerged as a key supplier of gasoline to Russia after Ukrainian drone attacks hit its refineries. Indian refiners supplied 1 million barrels of gasoline in the last two months, mostly from the Vadinar refinery. Russia now imports fuel as domestic production fell due to the ongoing conflict.

Charting the global economy: Price pressures continue to bubble

The personal consumption expenditures price index rose in line with expectations in July. The annual gauge stayed at 3.3% as consumer spending stalled. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said he wants to see underlying inflation clearly heading lower. Meanwhile, German growth showed recovery, but industrial profits in China slowed down.

$22 billion extra for fuel: India among countries which paid the most in Strait of Hormuz price shock, reveals study

India paid USD 22 billion extra for fuel following the Strait of Hormuz crisis, a study revealed on August 26. This price shock hit India hard, as the nation became one of the top twenty countries to face high costs. These extra expenses equal 0.38% of India’s total national income.