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Q1FY26 IT sector saw mixed performance: Tech Mahindra, Persistent Systems, Coforge, and Bharti Airtel reported strong growth. Mid-tier firms showed AI-led resilience amid margin pressure and cautious client spending.

Between August 25 and November 27, 2025, 57 companies will see pre-listing shareholder lock-ins expire, totaling nearly USD 20 billion. Major unlocks span one-, three-, and six-month schedules, with key stocks including Ather Energy, JSW Cement, and Brigade Hotel Ventures, potentially impacting market activity.

A one-shareholder outburst at GKB Ophthalmics’ AGM went viral, highlighting minority investor power. Vijay Kedia emphasized boards must respect shareholder money and accountability. Despite owning just one share, Abhishek Kalra demanded the MD’s resignation, symbolizing growing investor activism amid the company’s stock decline and modest recent recovery.

Molbio Diagnostics, a Goa-based POC diagnostics company, filed its DRHP to raise Rs 200 crore via fresh issue and 1.25 crore shares through OFS. Its patented ‘Truenat’ PCR platform enables rapid decentralized testing. FY25 revenue stood at Rs 1,020 crore, PAT Rs 138.5 crore. Promoters include Sriram family and Exxora Trading.

Sebi has approved LIC’s reclassification as a public shareholder in IDBI Bank, subject to conditions like capping voting rights at 10% and reducing its stake to 15% within two years. The move follows the strategic disinvestment plan, with IDBI reporting 17% YoY net profit growth in Q1 FY26.

Alchemy Capital Management became the first fund house to migrate from Mauritius to GIFTCity, India, reflecting confidence in domestic fund management. The Alchemy India Long Term Fund focuses on high-conviction, India-dedicated equity strategies, leveraging regulatory clarity, growing ecosystem, and long-term growth potential to attract global investors.

The Indian market ended the week positively, with Nifty50 up ~1%. FIIs remained net sellers, offloading equities worth Rs 25,564 crore in August, totaling Rs 1,57,440 crore in 2025. Key support and resistance levels, along with intraday time clusters, indicate potential trend reversals for August 25–29 trading.

Amanta Healthcare will launch a fresh-issue IPO on September 1, comprising 1 crore equity shares. FY25 revenue was Rs 276.09 crore, while profit after tax surged 189% to Rs 10.5 crore. IPO proceeds will fund new manufacturing lines and general corporate purposes, with allotment expected September 4 and listing on September 8.

Radhika Gupta s Mango Millionaire introduces the 10-30-50 savings rule, advocating for a progressive approach to wealth building. The framework suggests saving 10% of income in your 20s, increasing to 30% in your 30s and 40s, and reaching 50% from your 40s onwards. Gupta also proposes an automated Savings Deducted at Source system to cultivate consistent saving habits.

Indian stock markets anticipate a week influenced by global and domestic factors. Jerome Powell s speech and Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) activity are crucial. Geopolitical events and domestic data releases, including PMI and GDP figures, will be monitored. Technical levels for Nifty are key, with monthly expiry volatility expected. Rupee movement and crude prices also play a role in market trends.