BILKUL BAZAAR— The Daily News Wrap
- Bilkul Bazaar
- 9:00 PM | 18 Sept – 19 Sept 2026
National Business News Highlights
1. Tata Sons begins preparations for public listing
Tata Sons has reportedly started preparations for a stock-market listing following the RBI’s directive. February 2027 has emerged as an approximate internal target for the potential listing.
2. NSE IPO remains in focus as subscription crosses 1.15 times
The ₹22,561-crore NSE IPO was subscribed 1.15 times by September 18, with stronger participation from qualified institutional and non-institutional investors. The issue closes on September 21.
3. Tata Group stocks lose about $4 billion in market value
Listed Tata Group companies collectively lost around $4 billion in market value on Friday amid investor concerns surrounding Tata Sons’ governance, leadership and possible listing.
4. Rupee breaks week-long losing streak
The Indian rupee closed at ₹95.87 against the US dollar, helped by reported RBI dollar sales and a retreat in crude prices. The currency remains down 1.05% so far in FY27.
5. India’s software exports reach $221.4 billion in FY26
India’s software services exports rose 8.2% to $221.4 billion in FY26. Exports to the US increased 11% to $119.7 billion, giving the US a 54.1% share.
6. Maruti Suzuki raises green-vehicle sales target
Maruti Suzuki is targeting sales of one million green vehicles in FY27, up from its earlier 800,000–900,000 target, while expanding its S-CNG range.
7. India accounts for nearly 20% of global semiconductor design workforce
India currently accounts for nearly one-fifth of the world’s semiconductor design workforce. The government is also pursuing a programme to train around 85,000 design engineers.
8. India Semiconductor Mission signs logistics MoU with Japan’s NX Group
The India Semiconductor Mission and NX Group, the logistics arm of Japan’s Nippon Express Group, signed an MoU to develop logistics and supply-chain solutions for India’s semiconductor ecosystem.
9. RBI, SEBI examine regulatory framework for digital gold
The RBI and SEBI are considering regulatory oversight of digital-gold investments, with the proposed framework aimed at improving transparency and consumer protection in the rapidly expanding segment.
10. Air India considers merging Air India Express
Air India’s incoming CEO is considering combining the airline’s budget arm, Air India Express, with Air India as part of efforts to reduce costs and streamline operations.
International Business News Highlights
1. IMF sees AI boosting European productivity but warns of economic risks
An IMF paper presented to EU finance ministers estimates that artificial intelligence could increase European productivity by about 1% over five years, while also creating risks around employment, inequality, electricity demand and technology dependence.
2. EU announces safeguards for electrical-steel imports
The European Union will introduce provisional import quotas and minimum prices for electrical steel and related products from September 25, aiming to protect European producers from low-cost imports.
3. Global markets close a volatile week as inflation remains in focus
Global equity markets ended the week mixed as investors assessed higher interest rates, elevated oil prices and inflation risks. Brent crude settled at $103.87 a barrel on Friday.
4. Vietnam says no immediate plans for international bond issue
Vietnam’s Finance Ministry said the country has no immediate plans to issue sovereign dollar bonds, clarifying that an upcoming international investor roadshow is intended to provide economic updates and maintain investor relations.
5. Vietnam electronics sector faces pressure to green supply chains
Vietnam’s electronics industry is facing increasing demands to make supply chains more environmentally sustainable as global manufacturers and markets tighten green standards.
Quote of the Day
“The purpose of business is to create a customer.”
— Peter Drucker
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