Top 20 India & World Business News Stories
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Here are 20 significant Indian and global business, corporate, markets, investment and economic stories in the news today.
🇮🇳 India Business News
1. JSW One Platforms Files Papers for â‚ą3,054-Crore IPO
JSW One Platforms has filed draft papers with SEBI to raise up to â‚ą3,054 crore through an IPO. The proposed issue includes a fresh issue of up to â‚ą1,300 crore and an offer for sale of about â‚ą1,754 crore. The B2B technology platform serves manufacturing and construction businesses and had 95,611 registered customers as of June 2026.
2. Anmol Industries Plans â‚ą1,800-Crore IPO
Biscuit manufacturer Anmol Industries has filed for a public offering that could value the company at up to â‚ą18 billion ($188 million). The company, established in 1994, is predominantly owned by the Baijnath Choudhary & Family Trust and has reported significant growth in revenue and profit.
3. Baanganga Gold & Diamond Files â‚ą720-Crore IPO Papers
Baanganga Gold & Diamond has filed its draft red herring prospectus with SEBI for a proposed â‚ą720-crore IPO. The issue is expected to include a fresh issue of â‚ą540 crore, with the company operating as an integrated B2B manufacturer of gold and diamond jewellery.
4. Vishal Nirmiti IPO to Open September 30
Civil engineering and construction company Vishal Nirmiti has fixed an IPO price band of â‚ą208–₹220 per share. The issue is scheduled to open on September 30, adding another company to India’s increasingly active primary market.
5. NSE’s Landmark IPO Continues to Dominate Markets
The National Stock Exchange’s historic IPO remains a major talking point after its listing this week. NSE shares debuted at â‚ą1,800 against an IPO price of â‚ą1,785, giving the exchange a market capitalisation of about â‚ą4.63 lakh crore and placing it among India’s largest listed companies.
6. Tata Group Governance Dispute Remains in Focus
The unusual dispute between Tata Sons and Tata Trusts continues to attract corporate-governance attention. Key issues include N. Chandrasekaran’s reappointment as Tata Sons chairman, the possible listing of Tata Sons and the proposed exit of the Shapoorji Pallonji Group from its investment.
7. Aequs Promoter Group to Infuse â‚ą650 Crore
Aequs’ promoter group has approved a â‚ą650-crore warrant issue to Mellwood Trustee Services. The transaction is expected to increase the promoter stake to 60.73%, with the funds intended to support the aerospace supplier’s growth plans.
8. PLI Scheme Crosses â‚ą36,750 Crore in Payouts
India’s Production Linked Incentive programme has crossed â‚ą36,750 crore in cumulative payouts, while investments linked to the scheme have exceeded â‚ą2.58 lakh crore. The government is using the programme to encourage domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on imports.
9. India-Australia Investment Treaty Talks Gain Momentum
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has announced efforts to advance negotiations on an India-Australia Bilateral Investment Treaty and upgrade the existing Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement toward a broader CECA. The discussions are aimed at strengthening two-way investment and trade.
10. IWG Plans Major Expansion of Indian Flexible-Workspace Network
Flexible-workspace company IWG plans to increase its Indian footprint to around 400 centres by 2029. The company is also introducing unmanned OpenOffice hubs as it expands its presence in India’s growing flexible-office market.
11. Nykaa Expands Strategy Beyond Retail
Nykaa is strengthening its role as a brand incubator, with its partnership with L’OrĂ©al’s BOLD venture platform forming part of a broader strategy. The move reflects the changing economics of India’s beauty and personal-care market.
12. Rapido’s Ownly Food-Delivery Service Expands to Hyderabad
Rapido has expanded its zero-commission food-delivery service Ownly to Hyderabad, its second city. The company is using its bike-taxi captain network to support deliveries and compete in India’s highly competitive food-delivery market.
13. Carlyle Acquires Majority Stake in Nido Home Finance
Global investment firm Carlyle has completed a strategic majority investment in Edelweiss’s Nido Home Finance, involving approximately â‚ą2,000 crore through primary and secondary transactions. The deal strengthens Carlyle’s exposure to India’s housing-finance sector.
14. LIC MD Dinesh Pant Gets Premature Retirement Approval
The government has approved the premature retirement of LIC Managing Director Dinesh Pant, clearing the way for him to become a whole-time member overseeing actuarial matters at IRDAI. The move comes amid broader changes in India’s financial-regulatory institutions.
🌍 World Business News
15. US Stocks End Week Higher on AI Optimism
US equities remained supported by enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence. Microsoft gained after announcing new Copilot capabilities, while Qualcomm, Nvidia and Dell also benefited from the broader technology rally.
16. Global Bond Yields Hit Multi-Decade Highs
US Treasury yields reached their highest levels in years, with the 10-year Treasury yield touching 5.2297%, its highest level since 2007. Japan’s 10-year yield also reached 3.121%, its highest level since 1996, reflecting persistent inflation and interest-rate concerns.
17. Oil Prices Remain a Major Market Risk
Global energy markets continue to monitor developments surrounding the Middle East conflict and the Strait of Hormuz. Recent easing in oil prices has provided some relief to investors, but concerns about supply disruptions remain an important factor for inflation, transportation and industrial costs.
18. US-China Trade Truce Remains in Focus
The US and China have agreed to extend their trade truce, with President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping holding high-level talks. Investors and businesses remain focused on tariffs, technology restrictions, supply chains and the longer-term direction of bilateral economic relations.
19. H&M Reports Improved Profit but Weak Sales
Swedish fashion retailer H&M has reported an improvement in operating profit, although sales remain sluggish. The performance highlights the continuing challenge facing global fashion retailers as consumers remain selective about discretionary spending.
20. Vietnam’s 10% Growth Ambition Faces Economic Constraints
Vietnam continues to pursue an ambitious 10% GDP growth target, but the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office has identified rising macro-financial pressures, structural constraints and increased scrutiny of the country’s trade model as challenges.
