Shares of Reliance Infrastructure and Reliance Power plummeted after Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided Anil Ambani s premises concerning a Rs 3,000 crore Yes Bank loan fraud. The ED s investigation revealed irregularities in loan approvals and potential bribery. Both Reliance Infrastructure and Reliance Power deny involvement, stating the probe relates to separate entities with no impact on their operations.

Analysts are optimistic about select Nifty Microcap 250 stocks, predicting substantial growth potential across various sectors. Trendlyne data reveals ten stocks with strong analyst ratings, poised to deliver returns of up to 55%. HG Infra Engineering shows the highest potential, while DCB Bank, CIE Automotive, and others also present notable upside opportunities.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is widely expected to keep the key repo rate unchanged at 5.50% in its upcoming policy meeting on August 6.

Motilal Oswal Group is experiencing record performance, fueled by unprecedented capital market expansion. The company s operating revenue and bottom line have grown significantly, driven by strong performances in its AMC, PWM, and capital market segments. A bumper profit of Rs 1,430 crores was achieved this quarter, boosted by treasury gains, despite anticipating muted brokerage income due to regulatory changes.

BOJ insiders emphasize that the timing will depend on whether the economy can absorb the lingering impact of U.S. tariffs and sustain stable growth in the months ahead.

Bajaj Finance share price: Although Jefferies maintains a bullish stance, several global brokerages — including JPMorgan, UBS, Macquarie, and Bernstein — have downgraded or reaffirmed negative outlooks, citing concerns over stress in the MSME and two-wheeler loan segments.

Intel s stock price sank 26% last August 2, one day after the chipmaker announced more than 15,000 layoffs and suspended its dividend, hoping to save $10 billion in 2025.

Intel plans to reduce its workforce to 75,000 by year-end, a significant decrease from 99,500 in 2024, causing shares to jump despite a projected steeper third-quarter loss. While sales are expected to surpass estimates, CEO Lip-Bu Tan is leading a turnaround, focusing on new chipmaking processes and streamlining operations. The company s second-quarter revenue was flat, ending a sales decline streak.

Despite rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of India, Indian government bond yields show stability. The corporate bond market sees substantial growth but limited depth. Corporate bond issuances surge due to lower rates and strong corporate intent. The U.S. debt situation influences global bond markets. Reforms are essential to deepen India’s corporate bond market further.