Socure raises $156 million at a $5.2 billion valuation and acquires Fravity to add agentic AI automation to fraud, risk and compliance operations.

Smaller PSBs may partner larger state-owned lenders on co-branded credit cards, digital onboarding and data-led expansion across India’s growing card market.

InspeCity raises ₹100 crore in pre-Series A funding to scale propulsion, robotics and docking technologies and prepare four in-orbit missions.

Salesforce raises FY27 revenue and profit forecasts as Agentforce, Data 360 and broader AI products drive stronger enterprise demand and bookings.

SBI expects its home-loan portfolio to cross ₹10 trillion this quarter, reinforcing its leadership as housing-credit demand remains strong across India.

SEPC receives in-principle approval to acquire Wintality Petroleum FZE through a non-cash share swap, marking its entry into UAE petroleum trading.

SoftBank sells 2.58% of Lenskart for ₹2,887.87 crore, reducing its holding to 7.28% as it continues monetising its investment after the IPO.

Shankesh Jewellers shares debut at ₹103.30 on NSE, an 11.08% premium to the ₹93 IPO price after its ₹367.18 crore public offering.

Sumax Engineering opens its ₹53.40 crore SME IPO at ₹95–₹101 per share to fund new manufacturing units and working-capital requirements.

Symbiotec Pharmalab opens its ₹1,757 crore IPO at ₹938–₹988 per share, combining a ₹150 crore fresh issue with a ₹1,607 crore OFS.

Skyways Air Services opens its ₹582.8 crore IPO on August 24, with a ₹124–₹130 price band as the logistics company prepares for a mainboard listing.

Sinopec plans to increase crude purchases from Brazil, Africa and other non-Gulf suppliers as Middle East disruptions reshape China’s oil sourcing.

Samsung Electronics outlines shareholder returns of up to 110 trillion won for 2026 as AI-chip profits strengthen its cash position and payout capacity.

Samsung raises prices for advanced foundry services by up to 15% as AI-chip demand tightens capacity and boosts pricing power across key process nodes.

Saudi Aramco resumes Gulf crude loadings as tankers cautiously return around the Strait of Hormuz, easing some supply pressure despite security risks.

SEBI’s Cyber Defence Symposium continues in Mumbai with hands-on cyber exercises focused on incident response and financial-market resilience.

SoftBank agrees to invest $2 billion in Intel at $23 a share, expanding Masayoshi Son’s push into semiconductors and US AI infrastructure.

Shankesh Jewellers IPO opens on August 18 and closes on August 20 as the Mumbai-based jewellery company taps India's active primary market.

Seven companies plan IPOs worth over ₹6,400 crore in India this week, keeping the primary market active across mainboard and SME segments.

Samsung hires two AI and data specialists to expand artificial intelligence across semiconductor R&D, chip design and manufacturing operations.

Small finance banks seek RBI permission to join co-lending arrangements, aiming to expand MSME credit and improve access to priority-sector borrowers.

The S&P 500 closes at a record high as technology shares rally and softer US producer inflation reduces fears of another Federal Reserve rate hike.

Silver Lake is in talks to acquire Workday in a potential mega buyout that could reshape enterprise software valuations amid growing AI disruption concerns.

Svatantra Microfin files for a ₹3,000 crore IPO with equal fresh issue and OFS components as it seeks capital for lending growth.

Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and other platforms continue competing for film premieres as direct-to-OTT distribution remains active in India.

Sanjay Dutt-starrer ‘Aakhri Sawal’ heads for OTT release, highlighting how streaming platforms are expanding distribution and audiences for Indian films.

Startup Dangal Season 3 reaches Delhi on August 13–14, giving founders access to live pitching, investors, mentorship and funding opportunities.

Shiprocket’s ₹1,617.5 crore IPO draws investor attention as its logistics platform scales with India’s growing e-commerce and D2C ecosystem.

Shein begins marketing its planned Hong Kong IPO to investors as the fast-fashion giant targets an August listing and a potential $30–$40 billion valuation.

Sony is preparing a Rohit Sharma-led show as sports personalities increasingly move into entertainment, creating new crossover formats for Indian audiences.

Sunshine Pictures sets a ₹342–₹360 price band for its ₹282 crore IPO opening August 18, with fresh proceeds mainly funding working capital needs.

State capital expenditure utilisation falls to 10.67% of the FY27 budget in Q1, raising focus on execution as infrastructure spending remains crucial.

SEBI proposes allowing REITs and InvITs to invest in third-party projects, potentially widening asset access and strengthening India's infrastructure market.

Singapore raises its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.5%-5.5% as AI-linked electronics demand and stronger exports support economic momentum.

Siemens Energy India earnings put grid technology, transformer demand and electrification investment in focus as India's power infrastructure expands.

Siemens Energy India’s quarterly earnings are in focus as investors track order inflows, margins and demand for grid and power equipment across India.

Sony Sports Network carries Indian Super League matches on linear TV through a FanCode sublicensing deal, expanding the tournament's broadcast reach.

Sports broadcasting companies are preparing for upcoming global tournament rights auctions as competition for premium live sports content continues to grow.

Shriram Finance raised over $1.3 billion through overseas borrowings, strengthening its funding base and supporting future lending and business expansion.

India's small-cap index hit a fresh record after the RBI's policy guidance boosted investor confidence, supporting broader market participation.

Stable interest rates are improving the funding outlook for Indian startups by supporting investor confidence and long-term business expansion.

The Sensex advanced after the RBI kept interest rates unchanged, with investors responding positively to policy stability and the central bank's economics.

Streaming platforms are increasing investment in premium regional content to drive subscriber growth and long-term digital entertainment revenues.

Strong corporate earnings are boosting investor confidence in Indian equities, supporting market sentiment despite global uncertainties.

Streaming platforms are increasing investments in regional-language content to expand subscriber growth, improve audience engagement.

India continues to strengthen its semiconductor supply chain through investments in chip manufacturing, packaging, testing, and electronics infrastructure.

Semiconductor investments are accelerating across India as government incentives, global partnerships and rising electronics demand.

Indian equity markets opened higher as crude oil prices eased, improving investor sentiment and supporting gains in banking, auto, and financial.

SEBI has implemented a new closing auction framework for F&O stocks from today, aiming to improve price discovery, market efficiency.

Swiggy has appointed Nandita Sinha as the Chief Executive Officer of Instamart to accelerate growth and strengthen its quick commerce business.