IPO market cools after shutdown: US listings slow as SEC backlog delays approvals; tech slump adds pressure
The strong run in US initial public offerings has lost momentum due to the government shutdown and increased investor caution, as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) works through a backlog of regulatory filings, according to market participants.Many IPOs expected in late 2025 are likely to be pushed to 2026 as the SEC clears “hundreds…
PPF calculator: Public Provident Fund can make you a crorepati, but is it the right investment option for you? Explained
PPF is a government-backed investment which currently offers an interest rate of 7.1%. (AI image) Public Provident Fund or PPF is one of the most popular investment options available – and one that can make you a crorepati with disciplined investing. In fact if you were to start a PPF account by the age of…
Big boost! Centre to table bill to raise FDI into insurance sector to 100% at Parliament Winter Session — What we know
The Centre is planning to table a bill to allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector to be 100%, raising its ceiling in a boost to the industry. The government will introduce the bill in the Winter Session of the Parliament, slated to begin on December 1 and continue till December 19. The…
