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Shein is expected to price its Hong Kong IPO near HK$48.56 per share, raising about $1.7 billion at a $26.5 billion valuation. The listing marks a major milestone after years of regulatory challenges. Despite strong investor demand, Shein faces slower growth, shrinking margins, higher trade costs and increasing competition globally.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has warned that the AI transition could become one of the most turbulent periods in history, with the technology potentially widening inequality. He called for greater preparation for its social, political and economic impact and said he would support credible efforts to slow AI development globally.
On Thursday, bond yields in the euro zone experienced a modest uptick. Meanwhile, oil prices rebounded slightly from their recent declines, impacting overall market sentiment. Diplomatic negotiations surrounding the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing, despite mixed signals from involved parties. Traders appear to anticipate minimal additional monetary tightening from the European Central Bank. Concerns over inflation and spending have pushed bond yields to levels not seen in several years.
Pushp Brand has officially secured approval from Sebi for its initial public offering, with existing shareholders set to sell up to 74.45 lakh equity shares. Promoters and other investors are engaged in the Offer for Sale. Founded in 1974, the company operates under the renowned Pushp and Munimji brands and is gearing up to introduce Pushp Kadak Chai in the second quarter of FY27.
High bitumen prices and India’s import dependence are squeezing highway project economics, prompting contractors to seek an extension of the compensation mechanism beyond September.

More than 300 Indians are among thousands reported missing after devastating flash floods struck Nepal's Rasuwa region. India has sent a second military aircraft carrying 37.5 tonnes of humanitarian aid, medicines and food packets.
The Indian stock market will remain open on August 28 despite Raksha Bandhan celebrations, with the NSE, BSE, MCX and NCDEX operating normally. Investors can also check the remaining six market holidays for 2026, including Ganesh Chaturthi, Dussehra, Diwali-Balipratipada, Guru Nanak Jayanti and Christmas.

Nepal Floods: ThE Congress MP learnt about the scale of the disaster after arriving in Kathmandu, with the death toll reaching 160+ and around 2,000 or more people estimated to be missing.

The Piper PA-24 was heading for the airport in the small town of Seldovia after taking off from Anchorage, according to a statement from the Alaska Department of Public Safety. Seldovia's airport is about 136 miles (219 kilometers) southwest of Anchorage.


The Isha Foundation said 77 pilgrims returning from the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra remain unreachable following devastating flash floods in Nepal. The group included 53 people of Indian origin and travellers from 19 countries.
India’s private space sector is shifting from prototypes to commercial operations, with the government targeting a fivefold expansion of the space economy to $40–45 billion by 2030. The startup ecosystem has grown to over 400 companies, with Skyroot Aerospace, Pixxel, Agnikul Cosmos and Digantara emerging as key private players.
Bombay Burmah Trading shares rose sharply on Thursday after the Supreme Court recalled its earlier observation linking the company to a Rs 4,655 crore lease-rent liability. The court said the amount had neither been notified to BBTCL nor finally determined after giving the company an opportunity to respond, easing concerns over potential financial exposure.


Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that Justice Mehta's allegations against Justice Sharma cannot be adjudicated in public domain and the judge ‘must be given a fair opportunity’ before any conclusion is reached.

Bibek Kumal, 24, was working in Bidur near Nepal's Himalayan border with Tibet when he witnessed a massive gush as a “wall of water,” mud, and rock came roaring down, sweeping him and everything near him away.
US software stocks remain volatile as investors weigh AI disruption risks against strong earnings growth. With momentum trading, leveraged ETFs and options amplifying market moves, upcoming results from Salesforce, CrowdStrike and Oracle could offer fresh clues on the sector’s outlook and whether earnings can keep pace with elevated expectations.
Skyways Air Services IPO culminates its bidding process today, attracting considerable interest from investors. The issue was subscribed 5.08 times, reflecting a robust demand from retail participants. Current grey market trends indicate a potential listing gain of around thirty-one percent. The firm intends to allocate the funds raised towards managing existing debt and enhancing working capital, with anchor investors pledging Rs 174.5 crore as part of the offering.
Nvidia’s Q2 FY2027 earnings delivered another strong beat, with revenue reaching $96.2 billion, up 106% year-on-year, while Data Centre revenue jumped 117% to $89 billion. The company’s upbeat outlook reinforces the strength of the AI boom, but investors are increasingly focused on margins, supply constraints, AI investment returns and Nvidia’s growing role in financing the ecosystem.
Hindustan Copper shares fell around 3%, after the government concluded its Rs 2,982-crore OFS, which was oversubscribed. The company also faces Rs 14.43-lakh fines each from BSE and NSE over board composition compliance. Despite short-term pressure, the stock has delivered strong long-term returns.
Capri Global shares fell nearly 3% after BSE and NSE imposed fines of Rs 74,000 each plus taxes for delayed compliance with SEBI listing regulations. The company said the penalties have no material financial or operational impact and plans to seek a waiver. The stock remains up 35.43% in 2026.
Devyani International witnessed an uptick on Thursday after the company said its merger with Sapphire Foods India remains on track, while a proposed secondary share sale involving Sapphire Foods Mauritius and Arctic International has been called off. The share-swap ratio remains unchanged, but the revised deal alters the expected post-merger promoter holding.