Investment

India’s mutual fund industry witnessed a moderation in investor inflows during April, with equity-oriented schemes attracting net investments of Rs. 38,440 crore, according to data released by Association of Mutual Funds in India. The figure represents a 5 per cent decline compared with the previous month, signaling a cautious shift in retail investor sentiment amid evolving market conditions. Systematic Investment Plan contributions also softened, falling to Rs. 31,115 crore from Rs. 32,087 crore recorded in March.

Venture capital firm Peak XV Partners has fully exited its investment in fintech company One MobiKwik Systems through a secondary market block deal valued at over Rs. 130 crore. The early-stage investor reportedly sold its entire stake of approximately 7.7 per cent, realising returns estimated at nearly three times its original investment. The transaction involved the sale of around 61 lakh shares at an average price of Rs. 214 per share.

India’s pharmaceutical sector continues to attract investor attention, and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. stands out as a compelling stock within the space. Backed by a diversified portfolio, strong specialty drug pipeline, and expanding global footprint, the company has demonstrated consistent financial discipline. 

Billionbrains Garage Ventures, the parent entity of stock broking platform Groww, reported a sharp increase in profitability for the March 2026 quarter, reflecting sustained momentum in India’s retail investing ecosystem. The company posted a profit after tax of Rs 686 crore, more than doubling from the previous year, while total income surged 81 per cent to Rs 1,536 crore. Growth was driven by a rising user base and increased trading activity across equity and digital investment products.

Bhagwant Mann has embarked on an official visit to the Netherlands with a clear mandate to attract foreign investment and strengthen bilateral economic ties. The outreach focuses on high-potential sectors such as food processing, logistics, pharmaceuticals, alloys and steel, and information technology. With the Netherlands being one of India’s largest foreign investors, the visit underscores Punjab’s ambition to position itself as a preferred destination for global industry by offering policy stability, faster decision-making, and investor-friendly governance.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd has announced a strategic investment of Rs 116 crore in Phantom Digital Effects, signaling a decisive push into the fast-growing Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC) sector. The move is designed to strengthen Zee’s capabilities in digital content creation and global production services, leveraging Phantom’s established presence in key international markets such as the United States and United Kingdom.

National Stock Exchange has received regulatory approval from Securities and Exchange Board of India to invest in the proposed National Coal Exchange of India Ltd, marking a significant step toward formalizing coal trading in India. The initiative aims to create a transparent, efficient marketplace for physical coal transactions, replacing fragmented and opaque systems. The exchange will now seek licensing from the Coal Controller Organisation, advancing the country’s efforts to modernize commodity markets and improve price discovery in one of its most critical energy sectors.

In a major push toward renewable energy and regional infrastructure development, the Union Cabinet has approved investments totaling Rs 40,150 crore for two large hydropower projects in Arunachal Pradesh. The flagship Kamala Hydro Electric Project, with a capacity of 1,720 MW, will be developed through a joint venture between NHPC Ltd and the state government, with an estimated cost of Rs 26,069.50 crore and a completion timeline of eight years.

Alkem Laboratories Ltd has announced a significant expansion of its Ujjain operations, nearly doubling its investment in a greenfield formulations manufacturing facility to Rs 1,036 crore. The decision, approved by the company’s board, reflects Alkem’s strategic commitment to enhancing domestic pharmaceutical production while strengthening its supply chain and meeting rising market demand. 

Institutional investment in India’s real estate sector witnessed a sharp quarterly decline in early 2026, reflecting global uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. According to Vestian, inflows fell to USD 1.41 billion during January–March, down 62 percent from the preceding quarter. Despite the downturn, annual comparisons reveal resilience, with investments rising significantly year-on-year. Commercial assets continued to dominate, driven largely by demand from Global Capability Centers (GCCs).