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From Rs 10,000 SIP to wealth creation, here’s how the top 5 mutual funds performed over 5 years | Personal-finance

From Rs 10,000 SIP to wealth creation, here’s how the top 5 mutual funds performed over 5 years | Personal-finance

New Delhi: The past five years have been a testament to the resilience of equity mutual funds in India, particularly in the mid-cap and small-cap segments, as investors navigated both strong market rallies and periods of heightened volatility. Markets witnessed a sharp post-pandemic rally, interspersed with phases of consolidation, geopolitical uncertainties, inflationary pressures, and intermittent corrections. In such an environment, Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have emerged as one of the most effective wealth-creation tools, enabling investors to remain invested through market cycles rather than attempting to time short-term market movements. Here are some of the best-performing equity mutual funds over…
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Amid growing demand for larger homes, here’s what luxury homebuyers are prioritising | Business

Amid growing demand for larger homes, here’s what luxury homebuyers are prioritising | Business

New Delhi: Luxury real estate in India is evolving beyond just an opulent interior and a prestigious location. Buyers today are paying more attention to space, flexibility, and the lifestyle that extends beyond oneโ€™s residence. Large homes featuring separate office spaces, wellness facilities, and spacious open areas have become very popular, while the community lifestyle, encompassing recreation and social interaction, has set a new standard of luxury living in cities like Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Ultra-High Net Worth Individuals in India One such evident change in the scenario is the increasing desire for bigger homes. As per the Knight…
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IBM faces worst stock crash in 58 years, loses  billion: Here’s what led to the massive sell-off | Business

IBM faces worst stock crash in 58 years, loses $70 billion: Here’s what led to the massive sell-off | Business

New Delhi: American technology firm IBM saw a massive sell-off on Tuesday, with its stock crashing by around 25 per cent. According to reports, this is the worst stock crash the IT major has faced in 58 years. This crash has resulted in a massive loss of approximately USD 67 billion to USD 70 billion in a single day. Amid this, the American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) of Indian IT companies Infosys and Wipro saw a sharp decline during US stock market trading hours. Infosys's ADR fell 7.91 per cent to USD 11.5, while Wipro's dropped 4.21 per cent to USD…
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3M India shares to trade ex-date for Rs 506 dividend soon, check record date and other details | Markets

3M India shares to trade ex-date for Rs 506 dividend soon, check record date and other details | Markets

Mumbai: Amid market volatility, investors are on the lookout for strong dividend-paying companies. If you are among such investors, there are some extremely important details. 3M India Ltd has announced a dividend of Rs 506 per share, with a face value of Rs 10 per share, for the financial year 2025-26. However, it is important to note that investors whose names are listed in the company's records as of the designated record date will be eligible for this corporate action. Therefore, it is important to know the record date. Here, we will share all the details related to it.ย  3M…
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Kusumgar shares make strong debut on bourses, list at 37% premium over IPO price on BSE | Markets

Kusumgar shares make strong debut on bourses, list at 37% premium over IPO price on BSE | Markets

Mumbai: Shares of engineered fabric manufacturer Kusumgar Ltd made a strong debut on bourses on Wednesday, July 15, 2206 and got listed at a 37 per cent premium over the issue price of Rs 419. The stock opened at Rs 574 on the BSE, up 36.99 per cent from the issue price. It later surged to hit the high of Rs 620 apiece. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 611.20 with a gain of Rs 37.20 or 6.48 per cent, and the market cap of the company stood at Rs 6,399.75. In between, the scrip touched a low of…
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Sensex gains 137 points, Nifty near 24,100 amid strong global cues, IT stocks lag | Markets

Sensex gains 137 points, Nifty near 24,100 amid strong global cues, IT stocks lag | Markets

Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, rebounded to start the trading session on a firm note on July 15, 2026, amid positive global cues, with Wall Street and European markets ending firm overnight. While the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 137.82 points or 0.17ย  per cent to start the session at 77,192.76, the Nifty added 33.8 points to open at 24,085.85. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 77,054.94 and the Nifty 50 at 24,052.05. Similarly, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the BSE Midcap Select Index was up by…
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Cars, chocolate, biscuits to become cheaper: Here’s how India-UK trade deal will help common man | Business

Cars, chocolate, biscuits to become cheaper: Here’s how India-UK trade deal will help common man | Business

New Delhi: The comprehensive economic and trade agreement (CETA), which will boost mutual commerce between India and the United Kingdom to $100 billion by 2030, will come into force on Wednesdsay. At present, India and the UK's trade volume stands at $55-60 billion and the target is that in the next 3-4 years, India will be able to reach USD 100 billion. According to the deal, from July 15, India's textiles, leather and footwear, gems and jewellery and plastics exports will enter the British market with zero duty. Hereโ€™s what PM Modi said on UK-India trade deal Earlier, PM Modi…
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HCL Tech shares fall 3% post Q1 results, dividend announcement of Rs 12, check record date | Markets

HCL Tech shares fall 3% post Q1 results, dividend announcement of Rs 12, check record date | Markets

Mumbai: Shares of leading global technology company HCL Technologies fell over 3 per cent on Tuesday even as the company reported a more than 20 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 4,624 crore for the June quarter. The company has also retained its FY27 revenue growth guidance of 1-4 per cent, citing strong deal momentum and a positive outlook. The company has also announced an interim dividend of Rs 12 per equity share for the financial year 2026-27. The stock opened in the red at Rs 1,211.80, down from the previous close of Rs 1,221 on the…
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Hospital sector stock in focus during today volatile session, has given 91% return on year-to-date basis | Markets

Hospital sector stock in focus during today volatile session, has given 91% return on year-to-date basis | Markets

Mumbai: Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, amid a sharp rally in crude oil prices due to the renewed flare-up in West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. Amid this volatility, the stock of Hospital chain Park Medi World Ltd will be in focus. The stock opened in the red at Rs 286.05, down from the previous close of Rs 290.50, on the BSE. It touched a low of Rs 285 before seeing some buying at lower levels and jumped to an intraday high of Rs 292, representing a gain of Rs 1.5 or…
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Delhi-NCR witnessed 17.6% YoY rise in average housing prices in Q1 2026, here’s what it means | Business

Delhi-NCR witnessed 17.6% YoY rise in average housing prices in Q1 2026, here’s what it means | Business

New Delhi: Delhi-NCR's residential market continued its upward growth in Q1 2026, with average housing prices rising 17.6 per cent year-on-year. One of the biggest reasons for this growth has been the increasing preference for premium and luxury homes. Buyers today are prioritising larger living spaces, better amenities and integrated communities, while developers are responding by launching projects in the luxury segments. According to ANAROCK's Q1 2026 Residential Market Viewpoints report, Delhi-NCR recorded around 16,000 new housing launches during the quarter while average quoted prices reached Rs 9,620 per sq. ft., underlining the strength of the market.ย  Today's rise in…
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