The investment is set to reinforce Rivian's dwindling cash reserves, push the startup nearer to profitability, and enhance its competitive stance in a market led by Tesla. As part of the agreement, Rivian will establish a joint venture with Volkswagen that is equally managed by both companies. This partnership will involve sharing electric vehicle architecture and software, which could later be utilized by Volkswagen's brands such as Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini.

This year, Whirlpool, which owns brands like Maytag and KitchenAid, has experienced disappointing sales as U.S. consumers have reduced spending on major purchases. The company's stock has dropped 29% from the beginning of the year up to Tuesday's close.

​ German engineering group Robert Bosch is weighing a bid for U.S. appliances manufacturer Whirlpool, according to three people familiar with the matter, a move that would boost its position in the household appliances market.

Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rallied for the third straight session and ended at their fresh all-time high levels on Wednesday in tandem with Asian peers and buying in Reliance Industries. The 30-share index climbed 621 points to settle at a new closing peak of 78,674. The Nifty went up by 148 points to a record closing peak of 23,869. The present upside momentum could find resistance at the highs of around 24,000-24,100 levels (1.786% Fibonacci extension of crucial bottom/top/bottom of 2020-2022) and one may expect next round of consolidation or minor weakness to emerge from the highs. Immediate support is at 23,650 levels, said Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities.

The Rs 1,050-crore fundraising plan involves issuing 2,89,85,503 equity shares valued at Rs 400 crore and 4,48,27,582 convertible warrants valued at Rs 650 crore. These shares and warrants will be allotted to a total of 12 investors, including Kacholia.

Bulk deal data from the BSE reveals that Rashmi Chowdhary sold more than 26.93 lakh shares at Rs 1,618 each, netting approximately Rs 436 crore from the transaction. Chowdhary, a promoter of the railway sector company, owned over 1.28 crore shares, representing a 9.52% stake as of the end of March, as per the shareholding information available on the NSE.

The Rs 1,050-crore fundraising plan involves issuing 2,89,85,503 equity shares valued at Rs 400 crore and 4,48,27,582 convertible warrants valued at Rs 650 crore. These shares and warrants will be allotted to a total of 12 investors, including Kacholia.

Sanjiv Bhasin, a familiar presence on various business news channels and digital media platforms, frequently shares his insights and trading strategies for stocks. In a statement, IIFL Securities said, "Bhasin was associated with IIFL Securities as a consultant on a contractual basis."

​FedEx shares jumped 13% premarket on Wednesday after the delivery giant reassured investors with a largely upbeat annual profit forecast and said it would weigh options for its less-than-truckload business that one analyst valued at $30 billion.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 49.0 points, or 0.13%, at the open to 39063.15.

FIH Mauritius Investments is likely to sell a 9.72% stake in CSB Bank on Thursday through block deals to raise about Rs 595 crore. According to the term sheet issued by the banker IIFL, FIH Mauritius is expected to sell 1.68 crore shares in the Kerala-based bank at a floor price of Rs 352.4 per share.

Kalki 2898 AD brings hope for exhibitors like PVR Inox with a mega budget movie and exciting advance bookings. Analysts predict exceptional box office performance domestically and internationally, setting the stage for increased revenue. PVR Inox's valuation indicates room for growth, driven by its leadership in the entertainment industry.

The Indian market hit fresh record highs on Wednesday tracking positive global cues. The S&P BSE Sensex hit a record high of 78,759 while the Nifty50 hit a high of 23,889 in trade on Wednesday.

Analysts attribute DEE Development's impressive debut to its robust competitive position, well-established client base, diverse range of products, strong order book, and consistent financial performance.

Nifty ended Wednesday session 147.5 points higher and formed a new peak at 23,889 level to form a long bull candle on the daily charts.

Inox Green Energy Services on Wednesday said its board of directors has approved a proposal to raise up to Rs 1,050 crore through issuance of equities and convertible warrants.

The 30-stock S&P BSE Sensex scaled a new peak of 78,759.4, before ending the day at 78,674, gaining 621 points or 0.80% while the broader Nifty achieved a lifetime high of 23,889.90 before settling at 23,869, higher by 147.50 points or 0.62%.

Reliance Industries (Ltd) shares surged over 4% to hit a new intra-day high of 3,029 on Wednesday, boosting the benchmark Nifty by 144 points. Despite earlier losses post-election, RIL staged a strong recovery, erasing losses and gaining approximately 2.4%.

​Shares of CE Info Systems-owned MapmyIndia fell by 6% to day’s low of Rs 2,271 on BSE after the company’s promoter Rakesh Verma reportedly offloaded equity stake via a block deal on Wednesday.

Akme Fintrade, a rural and semi-urban-focused NBFC, had a moderate listing on Wednesday. Its shares opened at Rs 127, marking a 5.83% increase from its issue price of Rs 120. This performance contrasts sharply with the earlier excitement indicated by a higher pre-listing GMP. Despite receiving decent oversubscription, analysts noted that Akme Fintrade's cautious listing suggests investor restraint.

Few day’s back there was an issue with the telecom provider and the services stopped for some time. Now which would be the companies which got impacted the most, the telecom service provider, the answer is no. As a customer one would not get any reduction in the monthly billing because services were down for some time. The companies which may have got impacted would be a platform company on which one orders food, such as a swiggy or zomato. The reason, in the peak time of demand, a customer is not able to order food online due to internet service being down, that demand will not come back when the internet is back. But the other platform company which sells insurance was also not impacted. The reason is, if one was planning to buy an insurance policy and there is no internet, the demand will get postponed not get extinguished. The digital ecosystem is making things simple but it is yet complicated when it comes to investing.

When an industry stays in deep trouble for a long time, there are some players who are able to survive. How do they do it ? Either by changing the way they operate in terms of management ability, by adding new products or any others. The paper industry has been facing multiple challenges, now after years of consolidation in which many players exited, there are few left and have achieved a scale. Numbers are reflecting it, when will the street start to have a look at then more kindly is the question. If you look at the overall matrix of the manufacturing sector, there are some industries where even the best of the players is not able to reach a scale where it can be classified as a large cap company. But that does not mean there is no opportunity to make gains in that industry or sector, but only if one is able to stick to the best managed and well run company in that sector. So, when the worst is over, it is time to bring some of them back on the watchlist as in the next five years surprises are going to come from the manufacturing sector.

The board of HAL approved a final dividend of Rs 13 per share for FY23-24. The proposed record date for dividend payment is August 21, pending shareholders' approval. Additionally, HAL has increased its authorized share capital from Rs 600 crore to Rs 700 crore by amending the capital clause of its MoA.

​ITC and Bharti Airtel’s weights in Nifty is expected to go up in the quarterly rejig which gets into effect on Thursday, triggering combined inflows of $95 million according to estimates by Nuvama.

​Shares of CE Info Systems-owned MapmyIndia fell by 6% to day’s low of Rs 2,271 on BSE after the company’s promoter Rakesh Verma reportedly offloaded equity stake via a block deal on Wednesday.

​Shares of the FMCG major Hindustan Foods (HFL) surged 15% today on BSE to Rs 582.50 after a likely equity stake sale of 11.1% via a block deal on Wednesday. The deal size is said to be approximately worth Rs 720 crore.

​Australian shares closed lower on Wednesday, dragged by declines in financial and mining stocks, as concerns about rate hikes heightened the risk of loan defaults and higher cost of capital.

For the first time in five quarters, rural demand has outpaced urban demand. Rural volume growth was 7.6% in Q1CY24 vs 5.7% urban volume growth in the same quarter reflecting the evolving rural market dynamics.Domestic brokerage firm, Way2Wealth believes that the expectation of better monsoon and rural policy push by the government can lead to sustainable growth in the coming quarters, thus driving rural demand and economy.Recognizing the significance of the rural market, which still accounts for 65% of the country’s population, Way2Wealth listed 15 picks involved in the rural sector:

Apollo Tyres breakout signals strong buying interest. Accumulate in the 520-515 zone with a stop loss at 500, targeting 550 in the short term.

Shivalik Bimetal Controls, analyzed by JM Financial, shows potential in niche markets with diverse growth avenues, including smart metering, EVs, and customized products. The company's expansion into shunt resistors and focus on global opportunities signal a promising future amidst challenges like market delays.

Ambuja Cements and Ravi Sanghi plan to sell a 3.52% stake in Sanghi Industries through an OFS. The sale will occur over two days on June 26 and June 27, 2024. Adani group firm Ambuja Cement acquired a majority stake in Sanghi Industries last year, with shares peaking at Rs 151.85 on January 15, 2024.

Investec's diversified coverage includes insights on Adani Wilmar, ICICI Bank, Apollo Hospitals, Stylam Industries, and Ratnaveer Precision Engineering, providing a comprehensive view of the market opportunities and risks.

Investing in quality companies and adopting a long-term SIP approach can maximize benefits in India's growth journey towards a $10 trillion economy through essential infrastructure development.

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, now a Navratna company, is set for exponential growth with significant investment opportunities and strategic partnerships in the defense sector. The stock continues to outperform, reflecting strong investor confidence in its future.

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Within the blue-chip Nifty50 pack, UltraTech Cement was the top gainer with an upside of 2%. Other gainers were ICICI Bank, L&T, NTPC, LTIMindtree, and Bajaj Finance. On the other hand, stocks like Apollo Hospitals, Hindalco, M&M, and HDFC Bank came under selling pressure with losses of up to 1.6%.

Within the blue-chip Nifty50 pack, UltraTech Cement was the top gainer with an upside of 2%. Other gainers were ICICI Bank, L&T, NTPC, LTIMindtree, and Bajaj Finance. On the other hand, stocks like Apollo Hospitals, Hindalco, M&M, and HDFC Bank came under selling pressure with losses of up to 1.6%.

Falcon Technoprojects, a key player in MEP services, successfully debuted on the NSE SME platform with a 9% discount. The company's diverse offerings in electrical projects and solid financial performance position it as a reliable choice in the market.

Caution is advised for investors as earnings performance is crucial for market progress, highlighting the risk of overvaluation. Informed investment decisions are necessary, considering the disparities in sectors like Metals and Industrials and the modest gains in financials amidst overall stagnation.

In-depth analysis indicates Suzlon Energy's potential for growth with reduced debt, improved cash position, and increased revenue. Market experts foresee momentum continuing, backed by positive financial results and sectoral support, highlighting a promising outlook for the company.

Indian market showcases resilience with 87 stocks turning multibaggers in H1. Top performers include Marsons and Tinna Trade. IT and capital goods sectors witness significant growth. Analysts predict positive market trajectory post-Union Budget and US Fed's decisions.

GPIL's stock surge and bullish momentum are supported by technical indicators. With a target set at 1,327, experts recommend implementing a stop loss at 1,040 to navigate market volatility effectively.

Foreign investors show interest in India post-US roadshow, anticipating Modi 3.0 policies clarity. Positive outlook on GDP growth and potential US Fed rate cut impact driving FII optimism for the future market trends.

Prior to its listing, GEM Enviro Management shares were trading with a Grey Market Premium (GMP) of Rs 70 in the unlisted market. The IPO, comprising entirely of a fresh equity issue of 59.9 lakh shares, was oversubscribed by over 200 times at closure, primarily fueled by robust interest from non-institutional investors. Proceeds from the public offer will be allocated towards funding working capital requirements and general corporate purposes.

Within the blue-chip Nifty50 pack, UltraTech Cement was the top gainer with an upside of 2%. Other gainers were ICICI Bank, L&T, NTPC, LTIMindtree, and Bajaj Finance. On the other hand, stocks like Apollo Hospitals, Hindalco, M&M, and HDFC Bank came under selling pressure with losses of up to 1.6%.

DEE Development Engineers, specializing in process piping solutions, listed with a 67% premium. The company, with over three decades of manufacturing experience, offers a range of high-quality piping products and is supported by prominent book running lead managers SBI Capital Markets and Equirus Capital.

The promoters of Vedanta have reportedly sold 17.1 crore shares of the company and the transaction value is estimated to be around Rs 7,000-8,0000 crore. The official buyers and sellers of the transaction are not yet known.

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Asian stocks hesitated in early trade amid anticipation for a crucial U.S. inflation reading. Concerns over potential Japanese intervention lingered as the yen approached 160 per dollar. Japan and Taiwan stocks rallied, while China's market saw a slight decline. Fed comments and stable housing market data influenced rate cut expectations.