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In a move to reinforce his "America First" policy, President Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on all Indian goods, effective August 7, causing alarm among Indian exporters. The US is India s largest export market, and this action threatens $25 billion worth of products, hitting sectors like textiles, pharmaceuticals, and auto components.

Sonal Minhas shares insights on India s investment potential at the APMI conference in Mumbai. He suggests that while India shows economic growth, high nominal growth expectations are unlikely. Minhas recommends focusing on small and mid-cap stocks for alpha generation. He highlights specialty chemicals, MSME-focused banking, and auto ancillary as promising sectors.

All Time Plastics’ Rs 401 crore IPO is trading at a 9% grey market premium. On Day 2, the issue was 35% subscribed overall, with strong retail investor interest. The IPO aims to fund capacity expansion, debt repayment, and bolster its branded portfolio.

A new 39% US tariff on Swiss gold bars may disrupt global gold markets, warns Peter Schiff. Prices could spike as COMEX shorts cover positions. The ruling ends previous duty exemptions, risking $24 billion in tariffs on Swiss exports and fueling diplomatic strains with Switzerland.

Anshul Saigal discusses the market s current narrow focus on companies with certain earnings growth and limited downside. He notes the insurance sector s recent momentum due to strong results and low ownership, highlighting LIC s price appreciation.

NSDL shares: After an initial high of ₹920 on listing day and a 20% jump to ₹1,123 on Thursday (hitting the upper circuit), the three-day rally has investors debating whether to book profits or stay invested for further gains.

Varmora Granito Ltd, a tiles and bathware manufacturer, has filed for an IPO with Sebi to raise funds through a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 400 crore and an OFS of 5.24 crore equity shares. The company intends to use the proceeds to repay borrowings and for general corporate purposes.

Nestle India s shares seemingly crashed by 50% on Friday, causing alarm among investors. However, this was due to a 1:1 bonus issue, effectively halving the stock price while doubling shareholding. This corporate action aims to enhance stock liquidity and affordability, with bonus shares expected to be credited soon, maintaining overall shareholder value despite the price adjustment.

JSW Cement’s Rs 3,600 crore IPO saw muted demand on Day 2 with 32% subscription and an 8% grey market premium. Despite soft margins and a dip in profits, brokerages recommend ‘Subscribe’, citing strong growth prospects, sustainability focus, and JSW Group.

A significant uptick in futures open interest signifies a substantial growth in the number of active, unexpired futures contracts in a specific security. This uptrend reflects an increasing number of participants either initiating new positions or expanding the size of their existing positions within the futures market.