April saw a remarkable investor rush into Indian equity mutual funds, with six schemes each collecting more than Rs 7,000 crore in net inflows. The standout was Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund, which garnered Rs 11,983 crore and lifted assets under management to Rs 1.40 lakh crore. Nippon India Small Cap Fund followed with Rs 10,864 crore inflows. HDFC and Kotak also saw large capital additions, while SBI Equity Hybrid Fund climbed with Rs 7,061 crore.
Vodafone Idea shares have surged about 30% in a month after a reduction in AGR dues and the return of Kumar Mangalam Birla as chairman. Reports that Vodafone Plc may consider a share transfer further added fuel. Still, analysts advise waiting for consolidation, saying the sharp rally may be fragile even as turnaround-focused investors take notice.
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Vodafone Idea’s board will meet on May 16 to discuss a fundraising plan that could bring in fresh capital via equity and warrants. The debt-heavy telecom operator is seeking stronger financial footing to fund network upgrades and stay competitive. The decision could signal a critical next step for its turnaround and ability to meet operational and repayment pressures.
Vodafone Idea shares slid nearly 4% after the company said it had received no communication from Vodafone Group about a reported proposal to transfer part of its stake. The move came right after an 8% surge fueled by media reports that Vodafone Plc could support Vodafone Idea’s balance sheet and fundraising efforts through such a transfer.
AMFI data shows equity mutual fund inflows fell 5% month-on-month in April, dropping to Rs 38,440 crore. After a relatively active period for markets, the decline points to a softer appetite among investors for new equity allocations, at least in the latest month’s flow data.
Capital deployment in India’s real estate sector has surged 88%, reaching a record USD 30.7 billion, according to a CBRE South Asia report released by former HDFC Chairman Deepak Parekh at the CII BFSI Summit 2026. The jump is driven by equity inflows between 2024 and the first quarter of 2026, signaling renewed investor confidence in the space.
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ETMutualFunds analysis of 246 equity schemes finds only seven funds delivering over 25% CAGR across three years. Bandhan Small Cap Fund leads at 30.24%, ahead of midcap winners like HSBC Midcap Fund at 26.55% and ICICI Prudential Midcap Fund at 25.92%, highlighting standout performance in small and midcap categories.
Vedanta’s stock looked like it plunged nearly 65% after the demerger, but the real decline is about 5% due to share price adjustment mechanics. Four businesses—Aluminium, Power, Oil & Gas, and Steel—were separated to let each operate and be valued independently. NCLT approval cleared the restructuring, with new entities set to list separately.
Vedanta is set for a major price adjustment tomorrow after a special pre-open session linked to its demerger. Analysts expect post-event trading to fall into a Rs 250–325 range. Under the plan, shareholders get one share each of four newly formed entities for every Vedanta share held, aiming to unlock value by separating business segments.
Deepak Builders & Engineers has approved a 1:10 stock split and increased its authorised share capital to Rs 65 crore. The company says the changes are aimed at improving liquidity, making shares more accessible, and strengthening its capital base. Management also frames the move as support for future growth and greater investor participation.
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Equity mutual funds fell sharply, with some schemes dropping up to 7% in a single week. Technology-focused funds were hit hardest, losing roughly 3.14% to 7.17% as investors pared risk. Funds such as HDFC Technology Fund, Tata Digital India Fund, and ICICI Prudential Technology Fund saw notable declines during the latest downturn.
Gaming and sports media firm Nazara Technologies says its board has approved a plan to raise Rs 500 crore via a preferential issue of warrants. The proposal signals a fast route to funding and could reshape near-term financing and investor participation, depending on how and when the warrants are exercised.
Thirteen equity mutual funds failed to beat their respective benchmarks across three years, according to the analysis. The standout concern is downside behavior: several funds recorded down capture ratios above 120, suggesting they fall more than their benchmarks during market declines, pointing to weaker risk management when conditions turn bearish.
Mutual fund SIP inflows climbed 8% to an all-time high of Rs 32,087 crore in March. Equity fund inflows surged 56%, led by flexi cap schemes. But the mood flipped for safer bets: debt mutual funds saw a sharp outflow of Rs 2.94 lakh crore, with liquid funds registering the biggest redemptions—signaling a clear shift in investor sentiment.
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Equity mutual fund inflows in March jumped to their highest level in eight months, underscoring steadfast domestic investor demand despite market turbulence. Higher local buying helped offset recent foreign fund outflows. The biggest surprise was a sharp rise in SIP contributions, which reportedly reached record levels, reinforcing the growing role of disciplined monthly investing.
India’s primary market is bracing for a strong 2026 IPO calendar despite caution from D-St. Multiple large issuances are expected, including Jio Platforms, National Stock Exchange, Zepto, PhonePe, Manipal Hospitals and SBI Funds Management. While the number of deals may dip, the total value could still reach around Rs 1 lakh crore, keeping momentum in the market.
Metals major Hindustan Zinc has announced a first interim dividend of Rs 11 per equity share for the current financial year 2027. The company has set the record date for April 30, which will determine which shareholders are eligible to receive the payout.
New CEOs in India are putting employment contracts under a microscope, pushing for detailed terms on roles, severance, and equity. With higher performance pressure and tighter regulatory scrutiny, executives are increasingly seeking legal and consulting support to negotiate both entry and exit. At the same time, companies are growing more willing to meet these demands to secure and retain top leadership talent.
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