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ETMarkets Smart Talk| From floor trading to AI algos: Why India’s retail traders are entering the automation era, says Shruti Jain
AI-powered algorithmic trading is becoming increasingly accessible to Indian retail investors, driven by Sebi’s regulatory framework, trading APIs and zero-code platforms. Arihant Capital’s Shruti Jain explains how automation can improve execution, reduce emo…
SEBI launches Demat 2.0: Key FAQs on the pilot project for tokenised corporate bonds answered
SEBI’s Demat 2.0 pilot will test tokenised corporate bonds using DLT, with the same investor rights as conventional bonds. Here’s how issuance, settlement and CBDC payments will work, why the pilot matters, and when retail investors could participate.
Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO subscribed 15% on Day 1
The retail investors’ portion was subscribed 0.77 times, while the non-institutional investors (NII) category saw a muted response with subscriptions of 0.03 times
Retail investors’ bond rush; Rapido’s angels exit
Happy Thursday! Retail participation in corporate bonds is surging as platforms ramp up awareness efforts. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Coal India OFS Opens For Retail Investors Today At ₹412 : Should You Buy Or Avoid ? Key Dates , Application Process And More
Coal India’s Rs 5,000 crore OFS opens for retail investors today: Should you buy or avoid?
Coal India's Rs 5,000 crore offer is now open for retail investors. Analysts see this as a good chance for long-term investment. The government is selling a portion of its stake. Institutional investors have already shown strong interest, bidding significantl…
Reliance Industries, Infosys, among 10 stocks which saw highest buying by retail investors in Q4
Amid sustained FII outflows, elevated crude oil prices above $100 per barrel, and rising geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran conflict, Indian equity markets have remained highly volatile in recent months. The weakening rupee against the U.S. dollar has f…
Diamonds in the dust? Retail investors unleash Rs 17,500 crore on 8 battered bluechip stocks
Retail investors pumped an estimated Rs 17,539 crore into eight battered Nifty bluechip stocks during the March 2026 quarter, betting aggressively on market leaders despite steep declines in portfolio values. HDFC Bank, ITC, Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Reliance Indu…
Bond market deepening , retail participation key to NBFC funding diversification , say industry leaders
Inside ₹20-crore SME scam: Sebi bans 7 finfluencers — what investors should know before chasing online tips
Sebi has uncovered a stock manipulation scam involving unregistered finfluencers who misled retail investors via social media, earning over ₹20 crore in illegal profits. The case highlights rising risks of social media stock fraud and the need for stronger i…
India's SIP boom may be weakening the rupee by enabling FPI exits: Jefferies
Jefferies has flipped the conventional rupee-weakness narrative on its head: it is not oil or the current account deficit doing the most damage — it is India's own SIP culture. By providing a steady domestic bid, retail investors have handed foreign instituti…
Why India’s next real estate cycle could be driven by retail investors and REITs, Sandipan Roy explains
In an interaction with Sandipan Roy, Chief Investment Officer (CIO), at Motilal Oswal Private Wealth, he explains why India’s next real estate cycle could be driven by retail participation and REIT-led institutionalisation, while highlighting the emerging opp…
Sebi targets 'finfluencer' misconduct to protect retail investors, freezes accounts of perpetrators
According to the SEBI order, the operators bought small/mid-cap stocks, artificially inflated prices by sharing unsubstantiated bullish tips to followers, and then dumped their shares at a massive profit, leaving retail investors with heavy losses.
Want safer returns than FDs? How retail investors can earn 7.5-9% via bonds without taking risk
Amidst interest rate volatility and global uncertainty, fixed-income investors are exploring safer alternatives to bank deposits. Experts suggest short-term, high-quality corporate bonds and accrual-focused debt strategies can yield 7.5-9% without excessive r…
Central Bank of India OFS: Govt to sell up to 8% stake in lender. Check key details
The Indian government is selling a stake in Central Bank of India. This offer for sale aims to raise over Rs 2,200 crore. The sale opens for institutional investors on May 22 and for retail investors on May 25. The government has set a floor price of Rs 31 pe…
Bringing institutional-grade research to bonds is a game changer for retail investors: Saurav Ghosh of Jiraaf
Jiraaf's Co-Founder Saurav Ghosh highlights the critical need for institutional-grade research in India's evolving bond market. He explains how this will empower retail investors by simplifying complex debt instruments, moving beyond traditional credit rating…
MCX posts record ₹1,332 crore profit as gold volatility & surging retail participation drive platform to new highs
Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) achieved record revenue and profit in FY26. Daily trading volume surged significantly. Global market volatility provided a strong tailwind. Retail investor participation grew substantially. MCX is also establishing its …
Ignore market noise, India’s long-term story intact, say D-Street bulls Ramesh Damani and Sunil Singhania
Indian markets face temporary challenges with foreign outflows and geopolitical concerns. However, top investors Ramesh Damani and Sunil Singhania emphasize that India's fundamental growth drivers are strong. They advise retail investors to ignore short-term …
Amba Auto IPO heads for market debut today. Check GMP ahead of listing
Amba Auto Sales and Services is set for its stock market debut with grey market signals indicating a flat listing. The Rs 65.1 crore IPO, priced at Rs 135, saw mixed subscription, with institutional investors showing more interest than retail. The company, an…
The retail bond illusion: Are investors buying yield or risk?
Fintech platforms have made bonds look simple and safe. But behind curated yields and clean dashboards lie credit, liquidity and structural risks many retail investors may not fully grasp.