Yesterday’s Stock Market Highlights: IPO Subscriptions, Price Movements, and Long-Term Returns
IPO Subscription Trends
Motisons Jewellers Leads with Strong Retail Interest
In the latest IPO trends, Motisons Jewellers takes the lead with an overall subscription of 51.50 times and a remarkable retail subscription of 64.60 times. Other notable subscriptions include Suraj Estate Developers, Muthoot Microfin, Happy Forgings, RBZ Jewellers, and Credo Brands, indicating a positive investor sentiment.
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Upcoming IPO: Azad Engineering
Investors are eagerly eyeing Azad Engineering, with bidding dates set from 20 to 22 Dec. The price band is fixed at Rs 499 to Rs 524, and the issue size stands at Rs 740 cr. It will be interesting to see how this new entrant performs in the market.
Market Overview: Yesterday’s Highlights
One Day Market Changes
- Gold witnessed a slight increase at ₹62,250, up by 0.29%.
- Silver followed suit, rising by 0.26% to reach ₹74,691.
- USD-INR exchange rate stands at ₹83.20/USD, marking a 0.16% increase.
- Dow Jones and Nasdaq in the U.S. showed a mixed trend, with Dow Jones remaining stable at 37,306.02, while Nasdaq recorded a 0.62% increase at 14,905.19.
Long-Term Returns
Looking at the past 20 years, Sensex and Nifty in India have shown impressive annual returns at 13.64% and 13.26%, respectively. In comparison, Dow Jones and Nasdaq in the U.S. have posted returns at 6.67% and 10.69% per annum, showcasing the historical performance of these major indices.
Sectoral Performance
In the recent market session, IT and auto stocks witnessed declines. Meanwhile, Asian markets displayed mixed results, with Hong Kong and Taiwan closing in the red, and China and Japan markets closing positively.
Top Gainers and Losers
NIFTY 50 Highlights
Top gainers include Coal India, Nestle, NTPC, Tata Consumer, and Cipla. On the flip side, Adani Ports, Hero Moto, SBI Life, Wipro, and Adani Enterprises faced declines.
Financial Insights
Indian banks saw a significant 28% YoY increase in unclaimed deposits, reaching Rs 42,270 cr as of March 2023. Additionally, the windfall tax on crude oil and diesel has been reduced, impacting the oil industry positively.
Economic Snapshot: Agriculture’s Share in GDP
Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda reveals a decline in the share of agriculture in India’s GDP to 15% in FY23, down from 35% in 1990-91.
Stocks in Focus
- JSW Steel’s subsidiary, Periama Holdings LLC, has successfully acquired JSW USA.
- LTI Mindtree announced a partnership with Microsoft for employee engagement applications.
- Vedanta approved the issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) to raise Rs 3,400 cr.
- Sun Pharma plans to acquire a 16.7% stake in Massachusetts-based Lyndra Therapeutics.
- IndiGo achieved a milestone by transporting 10 crore passengers in a calendar year.
- Varun Beverages intends to acquire the entire business of South Africa-based ‘The Beverage Company’ for Rs 1,320 cr.
These developments underscore the dynamic nature of the stock market, where IPOs, market indices, and sectoral shifts contribute to the ever-changing landscape. Investors are advised to stay informed and adapt their strategies accordingly.
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