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Private markets are booming, attracting retail investors as companies stay private longer. Assets have tripled since 2013 and are projected to reach $62 trillion by 2034. Regulatory changes and new platforms are expanding access, with firms like Forge Global lowering investment minimums, while the White House considers allowing 401(k) investments in private equity.

Markets faced a third consecutive week of losses amid disappointing earnings and US-India trade uncertainty. Several companies reported their Q1FY26 results, including ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, RBL Bank, and RIL, showcasing varied performance. Additionally, Sona Comstar entered the China EV market, while Jio Financial announced a reinsurance joint venture with Allianz.

Investors were also hoping for some progress in trade talks ahead of President Donald Trump s August 1 tariff deadline, with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick still confident a deal could be reached with the European Union.

Oil prices saw minimal movement on Monday as traders assessed the impact of new European sanctions on Russian oil and rising Middle East output. The EU s 18th package of sanctions targets entities like India s Nayara Energy. Russia has downplayed the sanctions impact, while Rosneft criticized them as threatening India s energy security.

The Japanese yen saw gains after the ruling coalition lost its upper house majority. Investors are concerned about policy issues and market instability. This comes before tariff talks with the United States. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba s party did not secure enough seats. The yen strengthened against the dollar and euro. Political uncertainty could lead to foreign investors selling Japanese assets.

Gold prices saw minimal movement in early Asian trading, as investors are keenly awaiting developments from U.S. trade discussions and the European Central Bank s upcoming policy decision this week. Market participants are also monitoring U.S. President Donald Trump s tariff deadline, while in Japan, election results have weakened Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba s position.

Anthem Biosciences will launch on the stock market on Monday. Its IPO was heavily subscribed. The company raised Rs 3,396 crore. The issue price was Rs 570 per share. The IPO saw strong interest across all investor categories. Anthem operates across the drug development lifecycle. The company reported strong revenue and profit growth in FY25.

Spunweb Nonwoven is set to list on the NSE SME platform following a highly successful IPO that was oversubscribed by 251.32 times. The IPO, priced at Rs 96 per share, witnessed strong demand across all investor categories, driving grey market premium up by 45%.

PropShare Titania s IPO is now available for subscription. This marks an early listing for a Sebi-registered SM REIT. The IPO offers a fresh issue of Rs 473 crore. The price band is between Rs 10,00,000 to Rs 10,60,000 per unit. Bidding closes on Friday. Listing on BSE is expected on Monday. The IPO focuses on income-generating real estate assets.

Several companies, including Happy Forgings and Siyaram Silk Mills, will trade ex-dividend starting July 22, 2025. To receive the declared dividends, investors must purchase shares before the close of trading on July 21, 2025. Voltamp Transformers offers a significant dividend of Rs 100 per share, while others like Wires & Fabriks provide smaller payouts.