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All Time Plastics shares surged 8.5% after Vibhav Manish Chokhani, son of investor Manish Chokhani, acquired a 0.53% stake for approximately Rs 10.05 crore. This purchase spurred investor interest in the recently listed consumerware manufacturer, a key supplier to global retailers like IKEA and Tesco. The company s IPO, priced at Rs 275, was oversubscribed 8.62 times.

Shreeji Shipping Global’s ₹411 crore IPO was 70% subscribed on Day 1, with a grey market premium of ₹27 (about 11% over issue price), signaling moderate listing optimism. The IPO closes on August 21 and lists on BSE on August 26.

Pranav Haldea of Prime Database Group highlights the diversification in recent IPOs, with new-age tech and traditional manufacturing firms participating. He notes Indian promoter families are recognizing IPOs wealth creation potential. Loosening MPS norms is positive for large capital companies, though its impact will be limited to a few major IPOs.

BlueStone Jewellery shares saw a positive debut, climbing over 6% after a slightly below-IPO-price opening. The IPO, subscribed 2.72 times overall, raised Rs 1,541 crore. While revenue grew 40% to Rs 1,830 crore in FY25, losses also widened. IPO funds will be used for working capital and general corporate purposes.

Chirag Muni of Anand Rathi Wealth Limited advises investors on navigating mid- and small-cap stocks, highlighting their higher growth potential but also increased volatility compared to large-caps. He suggests a diversified portfolio with a balanced allocation across market caps for optimal risk-adjusted returns.

Marketsmith India s Head of Equity, Mayuresh Joshi, expresses optimism about the Indian economy, citing factors like S&P s sovereign rating upgrade and anticipated GST rationalization to boost consumption. He believes strong domestic flows, recovering earnings, and India s favorable position amid global trade uncertainties will attract FPIs and FDIs. Extension of steel safeguard duties is also expected to benefit domestic steel producers.

Markets are positive due to GST bonanza. Rajat Sharma of Sana Securities highlights FMCG s sweet spot, driven by revised tax rates and good monsoons. Pharma sector is also attractive due to lack of tariffs and India s strong position in generics supply to the US. Focus on top companies like HUL, ITC, Dr Reddy s, and Sun Pharma for investment.

A 5-year swing high represents the highest price a stock has reached within a five-year timeframe. This level acts as a significant resistance point where the price has historically struggled to go beyond.