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Money Control

16 November 2025

Daily Voice: Kush Gupta backs financials, agri and consumption for Q3; sees IT struggling

After reading Q2 earnings and management commentaries, Kush Gupta, Director at SKG Investment & Advisory told Moneycontrol that his outlook for Q3FY26 earnings remains optimistic.

Economic Times

17 November 2025

Last 5 IPO boom cycles ended with market bust, what’s in store for 2026?

Two of India’s buzziest startups — Lenskart and Groww — hit the markets this week, but their debuts couldn’t have been more different. For Lenskart, the much-hyped listing turned out to be more of a blur.

Live Mint

03 November 2025

Groww's founders won't sell a single share in the IPO. Is their long-term conviction justified?

In a surprise twist that has set Dalal Street abuzz, the founders of Groww have decided not to sell a single share in the company’s ₹6,632-crore initial public offering (IPO) — a rare act of conviction in India’s startup ecosystem, where most promoters cash out partially at listing.

Economic Times

17 October 2025

SME IPOs: Why it may not be right to paint all with the same brush

For economist E F Schumacher and his followers, ‘Small Is Beautiful.’ When it comes to the investing world, the smaller ones are looked at with jaundiced eye, thanks to history of many companies going down the tube due to mismanagement and fraud.

Economic Times

20 October 2025

Nifty rallying, but portfolios down? Diwali run masks retail pain as smallcaps extend year-long slide

The benchmark Nifty 50 scaled fresh 52-week highs ahead of Diwali, buoyed by strong buying in heavyweight sectors such as financial services, FMCG, telecom, and energy. Yet, for most retail investors, who usually bet on high growth small- and midcap stocks, the pre-festival cheer hasn’t translated into portfolio gains.

Economic Times

27 October 2025

IPO frenzy: Here’s what investors should look out for beyond the hot listings and wild valuations

India’s buzzing Initial Public Offering (IPO) market is ablaze with a riot of colours befitting the Diwali festivities. New listings are coming thick and fast, and investors can’t seem to get enough. While some IPOs are sparkling like firecrackers in the night sky, others are quietly fizzling out.

Economic Times

29 September 2025

GDP growth filter: Target to invest in companies whose profit after tax outpaces economy’s expansion target rate

Even though benchmark Indian indices stumbled at the start of 2025, the outlook for domestic growth is robust. The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) policy stance, higher government spending, and the recent Goods & Services Tax (GST) reset will keep economic momentum intact. The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) July 2025 World Economic Outlook projects India to outpace major developed and emerging economies in growth during 2025 and 2026.

Live Mint

13 August 2025

Beyond the ticker: Why unlisted stocks are stealing the spotlight

When we think of investments, the image is often of the stock exchange — a screen flashing green and red, prices shifting by the second, and the thrill of volatility. But the financial world has changed. Today, some of the most compelling opportunities lie outside listed markets.

Upstox

29 August 2025

Small- and mid-cap firms are becoming investor favourites: Kush Gupta, Director at SKG Investment & Advisory

Stock market investment: The expert says that a big change has come in the pattern of investing. Value seekers are comfortable with taking risks and investing in companies that are in their early stages of growth. These 7 milestones have played a crucial role in the growth and development of the Indian stock market, contributing to its current position...

Live Mint

20 August 2025

SKG Investment's director on Nifty's short-term target, earnings revival, impact of Trump tariffs and more

Kush Gupta from SKG Investment & Advisory suggests that the Indian stock market may remain sideways, with the Nifty trading between 24,500 and 26,000 in the coming months, influenced by global tariffs and earnings revival prospects.

Business Line.

30 August 2025

IPO rush in India continues despite US tariff worries

Notwithstanding the trade war with the US and geopolitical tensions, August turned out to be one of the busiest months for the primary market with 43 companies tapping the mainboard and SME exchanges to raise fresh capital of ₹17,252 crore.

Live Mint

17 July 2025

India’s IPO boom cools in 2025—Can the market regain its momentum?

After a blockbuster 2024 that saw Indian companies raise an all-time high of ₹1.69 trillion through initial public offerings, the euphoria around IPOs appears to be softening in 2025. The mainboard segment, once flooded with enthusiastic bidders, is now witnessing lukewarm interest, subdued subscription levels, and sharply lower listing gains.

Live Mint

24 July 2025

LIC's June-quarter bets signal shift from momentum to value investing

India’s largest domestic institutional investor, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) made selective bets in its equity portfolio in the June quarter of FY26, even as global uncertainties continued to dampen foreign investor sentiment.

The Economic Times

21 June 2025

ETMarkets Smart Talk: Shift debt allocation to short-term funds, maintain equity focus for stronger returns: Kush Gupta

As markets navigate through volatility and macro uncertainties, Kush Gupta, Director at SKG Investment & Advisory, remains optimistic about India's growth story in the second half of 2025.

Financial Express

19 June 2025

SEBI board opens door for more investments

SEBI announces key reforms to boost investments, ease compliance for FPIs, AIFs, REITs, and startups. Esop rules relaxed for IPO-bound founders; G-Sec access simplified; co-investment norms updated. Aimed at aligning with global practices and attracting long-term capital into Indian markets.

Economic Times

26 April 2024

Indian wealth management: Challenges, opportunities and the future

The Wealth Management industry has experienced robust growth in the recent years, it’s backed by India’s increasing affluent segment that has created a sizeable customer base for investment advisory services.

Money Control

15 April 2024

SMEs far from bubble territory, FY25 IPOs will exceed FY24: SKG's Investments' Kush Gupta

Companies in the SME space can be a little more tricky to evaluate as opposed to largecaps or mature midcaps, says the director of SKG Investments & Advisory.

Livemint

13 March 2024

Sensex Today | Market Crash Highlights : Sensex ends down 900pts, Nifty below 22k; broader market, heavyweights fall

Sensex Today | Market Crash Highlights : Stocks struggled to maintain momentum in the wake of another record-breaking session on Wall Street, as a rally in Europe took a breather despite dovish comments from policy makers. The Stoxx Europe 600 index was flat, with gains for retailers and utilities offsetting losses..

Business today

13 March 2024

SME IPO index crashes 18% from 52-week highs; is the 'microcap' party over?

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) have been hammered hard lately after strict commentary from the Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch. The euphoria in the SME space has been condensing lately, but some big-ticket SME issues are pushing their way ahead. However, the froth has not entirely fizzled out.

Livemint

07 March 2024

SME IPOs: A gateway to emerging market opportunities

SMEs represent over 90 per cent of the total businesses in India comprising almost the entire middle class in the country. Regulatory changes boosted their inclusion in the financial world, providing them with an opportunity to raise equity and leverage the growing investor base in India.

Goodreturns

21 July 2023

Microsoft Records All-Time High On Adding Charges For New A.I. Subscription Services

After the firm disclosed the pricing of its new AI subscription service on Tuesday, Microsoft stock rose to a record high. The stock climbed 5.8% over the day to close at $359,49. The new artificial intelligence subscription service for Microsoft 365 will cost an additional $30 per month.

Goodreturns

20 July 2023

Rs 325/Share Dividend: Pharma Stock To Trade Ex-Dividend On Friday For 3250% Dividend Payout

A large-cap corporation that operates in the pharmaceutical industry is Abbott India. Abbott India Limited is a publicly traded subsidiary of Abbott Laboratories with its headquarters in Mumbai. Abbott India Limited is a division of Abbott's international pharmaceutical business in India...

Financial Express

21 July 2023

The Allure of US Markets: Why investors worldwide seek opportunities in the United States

When it comes to global investment opportunities, the United States consistently tops the list as one of the most luring destinations for investors globally. The attractiveness of US markets is irrefutable, drawing in investors from different countries seeking to capitalize on massive opportunities for high returns....

The Times Of India

1 August 2023

How to do value investing to generate superior returns

Investing is much like navigating the wilderness; it needs a set of principles to guide your decisions as you navigate the erratic landscapes of the financial markets. For many, that compass comes in the form of value investing.

Financial Express

3 August 2023

Will the Fitch downgrade of US debt to AA+ from AAA impact investor confidence in the American economy?

The US Debt Ceiling is a noteworthy matter that has consequences for the American economy and international financial markets. As the United States government accumulates debt to finance its spending, it is obligatory by law to set a limit on the overall amount of debt it can incur, also called the debt ceiling...

Good Returns

13 August 2023

Which Stocks/Sectors To Bet After RBI Announced Incremental CRR For Banks?

In its most recent policy review, the RBI asked for banks to maintain an incremental cash reserve ratio (CRR) of 10% on the growth in their deposits between May 19 and July 28, 2023, while keeping all policy rates the same. This regulation will eat up a large quantity of market liquidity, which indicates that when it immediately..

Business World

15 August 2023

Independence Day Special: Milestones Of Indian Stock Market In Past Seven Decades

As India celebrates its 76th Independence Day, it is also worth noting the significant milestones that have shaped the Indian stock market over the past seven decades. These 7 milestones have played a crucial role in the growth and development of the Indian stock market, contributing to its current position...

Rprealtyplus

18 August 2023

crucial role of wealth managers in estate planning

All our lives we work hard to create assets for our loved ones. But we don't plan the way the assets should be passed on to the next generation. Ever wondered, what will happen to these assets on your unforeseen demise? This was in fact one of the most common concern amidst the pandemic....

Financial Express

23 August 2023

Growing trend of Indians exploring international investments amid an interconnected world

In the year 2022, 7500 HNI Indians moved abroad. That means 7500 HNI families are no longer investing or contributing to the Indian economy. Lately, Indians looking at investment opportunities beyond their home country’s borders have evolved dramatically in recent years.

Business World

22 August 2023

India’s rising demand for stainless steel in the consumer goods sector. How does this affect the stocks of steel companies?

Stainless steel is evolving as the metal of the future for its durability and sustainability and is quickly becoming the preferred alternative in infrastructure building and a host of industries, prompting producers to expect a 10 per cent growth in demand

Good Returns

29 August 2023

India's Growth Story: Investment Outlook and Opportunities In The Indian Stock Market

India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. It is at the tip of an extraordinary revolution. The country, with a population of over 1.4 billion, offers a massive domestic market filled with investment prospects. Furthermore, owing to different factors such as strong economic growth, structural reforms, hi-tech..

Deal Street Asia

31 August 2023

Small firms. big impact: SMEs counterbalance mainboard IPO lull in India

Driven by the dismal performance of mainboard stocks such as Zomato, Paytm, and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), more and more Indian investors are betting on initial public offerings (IPOs) of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Rprealtyplus

06 October 2023

Wealth Management for Retirement Planning: Ensuring Financial Security in India

Wealth management includes financial planning, risk management, and investment strategies essential to fortifying one's financial well-being during retirement. It entails creating a varied portfolio that generates income and growth while minimizing possible risks.

Business Universe

04 November 2023

SKG India Value Fund: Empowering SMEs with Targeted Asset Management

SKG Assets & Holdings introduces the SKG India Value Fund, tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Discover how this fund prioritizes early-stage growth companies, undervalued stocks, and first-mover niche market leaders. Join Director Kush Gupta in unlocking the potential of high-growth..

Yourstory

03 November 2023

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup

Agritech company Bull Agritech has raised $100,000 (Rs 80 lakh) in a pre-seed funding round led by startup accelerator PedalStart. Bull Agritech, which has been part of PedalStart's current cohort One-to-N, is backed by leading venture capital funds from the ecosystem.

Financial Express

03 November 2023

SKG Assets and Holdings launches SKG India Value Fund for SMEs

Asset management fund for SMEs: Financial services firm SKG Assets & Holdings, on Friday, announced the launch of its SKG India Value Fund focused on small and medium-sized enterprises. The fund will focus on early-stage companies with growth potential, stock prices undervaluing their growth, companies listing for IPO..

Livemint

03 November 2023

SKG Assets and Holdings launches SKG India Value Fund

SKG Assets & Holdings, a financial services company, recently launched the SKG India Value Fund. This marks SKG’s strategic shift towards asset management, placing a strong emphasis on serving the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector. SKG India Value Fund will centre its attention on firms..

SMB Story - Yourstory

02 November 2023

Investing in SME companies while managing risk and lack of liquidity

In the world of investments, often the small things make the biggest impact. Small businesses—despite their modest size and limited resources—have a remarkable history of reshaping industries and outperforming their larger counterparts. The age-old wisdom, "small is beautiful", remains relevant for a significant purpose..

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