BILKUL BAZAAR— The Daily News Wrap
9:00 PM | 02 Aug -03 Aug 2026
National Business News Highlights
- Assetz Files Confidential IPO Papers with SEBI
Bengaluru-based real estate developer Assetz has confidentially filed draft papers with SEBI for an IPO expected to raise around ₹1,200 crore, marking its entry into the public markets. - Indian Markets Stay Focused on Global Oil Prices
Domestic investors tracked the sharp fall in crude oil prices, with expectations that lower energy costs could ease inflationary pressures and benefit oil-importing sectors. - Real Estate Firms Continue to Tap Capital Markets
Developers are increasingly choosing IPOs and confidential filings to raise expansion capital, reflecting sustained investor interest in India’s real estate sector. - SME IPO Market Remains Active
Investor interest in the SME segment remained healthy, with recent public issues progressing towards allotment and listing this week. - Lower Crude Prices Expected to Support Aviation and Logistics
Analysts believe the decline in international oil prices could improve margins for airlines, logistics operators and transport companies if the trend continues. - Market Participants Eye Upcoming Corporate Earnings
Investors are closely watching the next round of quarterly earnings from listed companies, which are expected to influence market sentiment this week. - Manufacturing Outlook Remains Positive
Industry observers expect continued strength in manufacturing activity, supported by infrastructure spending and domestic demand despite global uncertainties. - Investors Monitor Global Geopolitical Developments
Indian financial markets remained cautious as developments in West Asia continued to influence crude prices, currency movements and foreign investment flows. - Primary Market Pipeline Stays Strong
Investment bankers expect several companies from real estate, manufacturing and financial services to approach the market with IPO plans over the coming months. - Foreign Investment Sentiment Hinges on Global Stability
Analysts said easing geopolitical tensions and stable commodity prices could encourage stronger foreign portfolio investment into Indian equities in the near term.
International Business News Highlights
- Global Stocks Rally as Oil Prices Tumble
Equity markets across the US and Europe advanced after crude oil prices fell sharply on hopes of renewed diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran. - Brent Crude Drops Over 5%
International crude prices declined significantly after fears of supply disruptions eased, offering relief to inflation-hit economies. - Wall Street Opens Higher on Inflation Relief
The Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq gained as lower oil prices and encouraging corporate earnings boosted investor confidence. - Yen Strengthens After Joint US–Japan Intervention
The Japanese yen touched a three-month high following coordinated currency intervention by the US and Japan to stabilise exchange rates. - UK Faces Economic Risks from Gulf Shipping Disruptions
Economists warned that prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could slow economic growth and keep inflation elevated despite the recent fall in oil prices.
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