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Indian government bonds extended losses, pushing the ten-year yield higher. Global markets await Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's speech for policy outlook signals. Hawkish minutes from India's central bank revived domestic rate hike expectations. New Delhi plans a significant sale of benchmark notes today. Easing crude oil futures offered some relief to markets.

Catastrophic floods in Nepal have killed at least 469 people, with more than 1,000 missing. Rescue efforts remain challenging amid fears of further flooding, a swelling lake near the Nepal-China border and heavy rainfall forecasts, while authorities continue evacuations and search operations.
Indian IT stocks surged sharply, led by gains in largecap names, after Nvidia’s strong results and upbeat revenue outlook revived optimism around the global AI spending cycle. The rally came despite lingering concerns over AI disruption and mixed brokerage views on the sector.
Tejas Networks shares rose sharply on Friday after the company received a Rs 1,537-crore Letter of Intent from TCS to supply RAN equipment for BSNL’s indigenous 4G rollout. The proposed project covers 18,685 sites, adding to Tejas Networks’ role in the telecom operator’s nationwide 4G network deployment.
The Tata Group is exploring options with the Shapoorji Pallonji Group to unlock liquidity from its 18.4% stake in privately held Tata Sons, according to people familiar with the matter. Proposals include a potential swap of shares in listed Tata companies such as Tata Power, a Tata Sons buyout financed by overseas banks, or a sale to a global external investor.
Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.8% and Topix gained 0.9%, led by technology and chip stocks. Gains were supported by Wall Street’s semiconductor rally, while inflation concerns, higher oil prices and rising bond yields limited broader advances. Investors also awaited Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech for clues on US interest rates.
India’s new closing-auction system is triggering extreme volatility in the options market, with prices swinging sharply within minutes. During the first monthly expiry under the new system at BSE, a Bankex put option surged nearly 4,000% from Rs 1.70 to Rs 68.55 before crashing to zero, all within 15 minutes, highlighting the risks of compressed end-of-day trading.
Tokyo’s core inflation accelerated for a third straight month in August, strengthening expectations that the Bank of Japan could raise interest rates in September. Core CPI rose 1.8% year-on-year, slightly above forecasts, while a measure excluding fresh food and fuel climbed to 2%, adding to rate-hike pressure.
Yatharth Hospital shares jumped over 5% after reports that Aster DM Quality Care, backed by Advent International and Blackstone, is negotiating to acquire a controlling stake in the hospital chain. Yatharth denied being in any sale discussions, while the stock hit a fresh 52-week high and has gained around 50% in 2026.
India’s flexible workspace sector posted its strongest-ever first half in 2026, with operators leasing 191,306 seats across the country’s top eight cities, up 68.4% year-on-year. Flex operators also recorded 8.4 million sq ft of leasing, accounting for nearly 20% of total office leasing activity.
IREN shares fell over 8% after a weaker-than-expected Q4, with revenue and adjusted earnings missing estimates. However, AI Cloud revenue surged, while contracted ARR targets signal strong growth. The company’s transition from Bitcoin mining to AI infrastructure brings significant expansion potential, but heavy capital spending remains a key investor concern.
Tempsens Instruments ended a 609-day drought in India’s mainboard IPO market, delivering a 111.3% listing gain on debut. The Rs 650 crore issue listed at Rs 634 against an issue price of Rs 300. While listing gains have improved in 2026, retail investors have become increasingly selective.
Ather Energy shares gained nearly 4% after Hero MotoCorp announced an investment of up to Rs 1,758 crore to raise its stake in the electric two-wheeler maker to around 32.8%. Ather’s turnover has more than doubled in two years, while the stock has surged around 260% over the past year and continues to show a bullish technical setup.

Nepal flash floods: The Nepal government has received multiple official and unofficial requests from countries and organisations to send their own search-and-rescue teams, Kathmandu Post said, quoting a senior foreign ministry official.

A US judge has ruled in favour of AI company Anthropic in its legal battle with the Pentagon, finding that the government's actions against the company were illegal. The ruling comes after Anthropic challenged its designation as a supply chain risk.
Skyways Air IPO allotment is expected to be finalised today after the Rs 582.8 crore issue received an overwhelming 71.25 times subscription. With the grey market premium at around 32%, investors are eyeing potential listing gains ahead of the company’s September 1 debut on the NSE and BSE.
Gold prices have fallen Rs 5,000 per 10 grams in four sessions, while silver prices declined Rs 1,200 per kg on Friday. With U.S. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh set to speak at Jackson Hole, markets are watching for signals on interest rates and their potential impact on precious metals.
The New York Stock Exchange has opened a new regional headquarters in Dallas as Texas strengthens its position as an emerging financial hub. The move comes amid growing competition among exchanges, with Nasdaq expanding its Texas presence and the newly launched Texas Stock Exchange seeking to attract listings and challenge New York’s dominance.
In a remarkable display of growth, 19 Indian stocks surged beyond 1000 percent in just 5 years. Leading the pack, GE Vernova T&D skyrocketed over three thousand percent. Investors also benefited from significant gains in BSE and Apar Industries, while demand from the defense sector propelled Zen Technologies and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders to unprecedented heights. These impressive performances highlight the positive industrial and infrastructure trends shaping the market.
Vodafone Idea's shares have witnessed an impressive rise of over 120 percent in the last year, fueled by a reduction of the company's adjusted gross revenue dues by the government. The return of Kumar Mangalam Birla as non-executive chairman has further strengthened investor faith. Additionally, the company has secured initial funding for its network expansion strategy, although analysts remain divided, with some forecasting additional growth opportunities.
Paluck Technologies and Complete Sports and Management India’s SME IPOs opened for subscription on August 28, 2026, and will close on September 1. While Paluck Technologies’ Rs 33 crore issue commands a GMP of around 52%, Complete Sports and Management’s Rs 74.93 crore IPO has no reported GMP.
The Nifty Oil & Gas Index lagged behind the broader market following the onset of the West Asia conflict. Despite this, Aegis Logistics and Chennai Petroleum Corporation demonstrated strong performance among sector stocks. Conversely, state-run oil marketing companies saw their values drop significantly. Analysts believe OMCs are a cautious investment choice, necessitating stable crude prices for a turnaround. Meanwhile, Aegis Logistics and Chennai Petroleum retain distinct investment opportunities moving forward.