Foreign investors have turned net sellers in Indian equities, withdrawing Rs. 8,749 crore in the first week of June 2025 amid renewed US-China trade tensions and rising US bond yields. This pullback follows net investments of Rs. 19,860 crore in May and Rs. 4,223 crore in April, according to data from depositories. The cumulative outflow by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) this year has now reached Rs. 1.01 lakh crore.

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has dismissed an appeal by Think & Learn, the parent company of Byju’s, against a National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) order that directed the parties to maintain the current shareholding in Aakash Educational Services. The appellate tribunal observed that the order is interlocutory and consensual, not warranting intervention at this stage.

After a subdued opening to 2025, India’s primary equity market is showing clear signs of revival, with more than a dozen companies preparing to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs) over the next three to six months. Merchant bankers attribute this resurgence to a stabilizing secondary market and easing geopolitical tensions. Among the companies set to tap the capital markets are HDB Financial Services, National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL), Kalpataru, Rubicon Research, and All Time Plastics.

India’s foreign direct investment (FDI) landscape in the financial year 2024-25 witnessed a significant shift, with Maharashtra and Karnataka together accounting for over half of the country’s total FDI inflows. According to the latest data from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Maharashtra alone attracted USD 19.6 billion, representing 31 per cent of India’s total FDI, while Karnataka drew in USD 6.62 billion. These figures underscore the states’ growing economic clout, driven by improved infrastructure and robust investor confidence.

In a strategic diversification move, Coromandel Chemicals Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coromandel International Ltd, has formed a joint venture with Sakarni Plaster India Pvt Ltd to manufacture and market eco-friendly construction materials derived from phospho gypsum. The initiative signals Coromandel’s pivot from its traditional agri-inputs business into the green building space, while also strengthening Sakarni’s leadership in the gypsum products segment.

Abhinandan Lodha, following a truce with his brother Abhishek Lodha, has rebranded his holding company from "Lodha Ventures" to "Abhinandan Ventures." The new identity reflects the group's broad expansion into diverse sectors, including real estate, private equity, education, and emerging consumer opportunities. The rebranding is part of the Lodha family's broader strategy to communicate a forward-thinking, innovation-driven approach. With its dynamic portfolio, Abhinandan Ventures aims to drive high-growth, tech-driven businesses, underscoring the ambition and vision of its founder.

The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) announced the appointment of Vibhor Jain, the current Chief Operating Officer, as its acting CEO. This transition comes as the organization embarks on a search for a new Managing Director and CEO. ONDC, established as a government-backed initiative to promote digital commerce, has already surpassed 200 million transactions within its first three years. The organization, which operates under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), continues to shape the future of digital commerce in India.

India’s semiconductor sector received a significant boost with the inauguration of Renesas’ new design centre in Noida, marking the start of chip design for the world’s smallest 3-nanometer chips. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw addressed investor confidence in India’s economy and policy, citing continued interest despite recent geopolitical tensions with Pakistan. Renesas also revealed plans to expand its Indian workforce and set ambitious revenue targets, underlining the country’s growing importance in the global semiconductor industry.

Ant Group, the Chinese fintech giant and affiliate of Alibaba, has sold a 4% stake in Paytm's parent company, One97 Communications, for Rs 2,103 crore through open market transactions. The sale reduces Ant Group's holding in the fintech firm from 9.85% to 5.85%. The sale follows a series of divestitures, including a previous sale in August 2023, and marks a continued shift in ownership as Paytm becomes more predominantly Indian-owned. This move comes amidst Paytm’s efforts to turn around its financial performance, reporting a narrowing of losses in its latest quarterly results.

India has formally reserved the right to impose retaliatory tariffs on select US products in response to the United States' steel and aluminum tariffs, a move permitted under World Trade Organization (WTO) regulations. The decision follows India's notification to the WTO, which signals its intent to act, though it may choose to address the issue through ongoing bilateral trade agreement (BTA) negotiations instead. The matter is intertwined with broader trade discussions aimed at boosting US-India commerce.