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Godrej Properties posted a 15% YoY rise in Q1 net profit to ₹600 crore, even as income declined 3%. Sales dipped 18%, but collections grew 22%. The company added five projects and achieved 57% of its annual business development target.

United States stock market experienced a downturn on Thursday. This happened after initial gains diminished. Investors were reacting to recent corporate earnings reports and economic figures. Microsoft s stock price increased significantly. Meta Platforms also saw a surge. However, other technology stocks faced challenges. Investors are closely monitoring upcoming economic data and trade developments.

Oil prices showed minimal movement on Friday as markets assessed the potential impact of new U.S. tariffs on economic activity and global fuel demand. While Brent and WTI saw slight gains, they are on track for weekly increases following Trump s threat of tariffs on buyers of Russian crude.

The dollar is having a great week against other currencies. This happened after US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs. The Japanese yen fell to a four-month low. The Canadian dollar also dipped. The euro remained low due to trade issues with Washington. Despite Trump s criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, the dollar stayed strong.

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Gold prices remained steady on Friday, poised for a weekly decline as the dollar strengthened following President Trump s new tariffs on numerous countries. Investors are keenly awaiting the U.S. non-farm payrolls data for insights into the Federal Reserve s potential rate-cut path. Asian shares dipped after the U.S.

Flysbs Aviation s IPO is set to open on Friday. Investor interest is high, indicated by a strong grey market premium. The IPO aims to raise Rupees 102.53 crore through a fresh issue of shares. The company plans to use the funds for aircraft acquisition and debt repayment. Flysbs Aviation focuses on private jet operations.

Aditya Infotech s IPO allotment status will be finalized today. The IPO witnessed huge investor demand. It was subscribed over 106 times. Retail investors, QIBs, and NIIs showed strong interest. The grey market premium suggests a listing price significantly above the issue price. Applicants can check their allotment status on the registrar s website or the BSE website.

Laxmi India Finance s Rs 254-crore IPO allotment is expected to be finalized today, following a subscription of 1.86 times. Retail investors showed strong interest, subscribing 2.20 times their quota. The IPO is scheduled to list on August 5 on BSE and NSE. Despite decent demand, the grey market premium is flat, indicating a potential neutral listing.