BILKUL BAZAAR— The Daily News Wrap
- Bilkul Bazaar
- 9:00 PM | 30 Sept – 01 Oct 2026
National Business News Highlights
1. Indian Companies Raise Record ₹2.43 Lakh Crore in H1 FY27
Indian companies raised a record ₹2.43 lakh crore through equity markets during April–September, a 75% rise year-on-year. Mainboard IPOs alone raised ₹94,205 crore, while nearly 250 companies are in the pipeline to raise another ₹4.65 lakh crore.
2. Rupee Falls to Two-Month Low as Oil Crosses $100
The rupee weakened 0.5% to ₹96.315 against the US dollar, its lowest level in two months, amid rising global bond yields, higher crude prices and foreign portfolio outflows.
3. HDFC Bank Names Anup Bagchi as New CEO
HDFC Bank has appointed Anup Bagchi as its next Managing Director and CEO for a three-year term, following approval from the RBI. He will succeed Sashidhar Jagdishan.
4. RBI Eases Bank Stake Rules for Institutional Investors
The RBI has introduced a one-time approval mechanism allowing mutual funds, insurers and pension funds to acquire up to 10% equity in banks, simplifying the approval process for institutional investors.
5. Moneyview Makes Strong Stock-Market Debut
Digital financial platform Moneyview surged as much as 76% on its first trading day after its ₹114-million IPO. The stock ended 67% higher, giving the company a valuation of about ₹10,500 crore.
6. Anarock Files Papers for ₹1,000-Crore IPO
Real-estate services company Anarock Property Consultants has filed draft papers with Sebi for an IPO targeting around ₹1,000 crore through a fresh issue.
7. NSE Gets Sebi Nod for Corporate Bond Index Futures
The National Stock Exchange has received Sebi approval to launch futures contracts linked to a corporate bond index. The product remains subject to the required RBI approval.
8. Auto Sales Show Festive-Season Strength, But Tractors Lag
Indian automakers reported stronger September sales ahead of the festive season, while tractor sales were hit by weaker rural demand following a poor monsoon.
9. PepsiCo and Monster Challenge Energy-Drink Labelling Rule
PepsiCo and Monster Beverage have approached the courts against India’s food regulator over restrictions on using the term “energy drink” for certain high-caffeine beverages, citing commercial implications.
10. ATF and Commercial LPG Prices Rise From October 1
Aviation turbine fuel prices increased by ₹16 per litre, while commercial LPG cylinders became ₹62.50 costlier in major Indian cities, raising operating costs for airlines and businesses.
International Business News Highlights
1. Global Bond Yields Surge, Markets Come Under Pressure
Government bond yields in the US, UK, France and Japan reached multi-year highs, putting pressure on equities and raising concerns about borrowing costs and government finances.
2. China Suspends Fuel Exports, Oil Tops $100
China suspended fuel-product exports to most destinations, pushing Brent crude above $100 a barrel and adding to concerns over tight global fuel supplies.
3. Global Factory Activity Gets Boost From AI Demand
Manufacturing activity strengthened across several major economies in September, with AI-related investment supporting demand for capital goods and semiconductors. The euro-zone PMI rose to 52.9, while Taiwan and South Korea also recorded strong manufacturing signals.
4. Japan’s Business Confidence Improves
Japan’s major manufacturers reported their strongest business confidence in eight years during July–September, although sentiment among non-manufacturing companies weakened.
5. UK Economy Grew 0.5% in Second Quarter
The UK economy expanded 0.5% in the second quarter, faster than previously estimated, reinforcing its position as the fastest-growing economy among the G7 during that period.
Quote of the Day
“Things are not going to change dramatically in the second half unless any fundamental aspects, globally or in India, change materially from where we are right now.”
— Yatin Singh, CEO – Investment Banking, Emkay Global Financial Services, on India’s strong IPO pipeline.
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