The IPO market is bracing for a blockbuster week starting July 29 with 14 new issues lined up across mainboard and SME platforms. The combined fundraising target crosses Rs 7,000 crore, led by marquee names like National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) and Aditya Infotech, while several SME offerings aim to ride the retail frenzy.

Indian benchmark indices ended the week lackluster, with Nifty finishing the week 0.5% lower. A host of important domestic and global events lined up during the week are likely to impact stock markets when they resume trading on Monday.

According to data compiled by ET Now, the performance was driven by robust activity in the Asset Management Company (AMC), Private Wealth Management (PWM), and capital market verticals.

CDSL s Q1 FY26 results reveal a 23.7% YoY decline in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 102.40 crore, while revenue from operations saw a marginal increase of 0.55% to Rs 258.81 crore. Depository activity revenue increased, but data entry and storage revenue decreased. Total expenses surged by 27.35% YoY to Rs 143.60 crore.

The Nifty index is on a four-week losing streak, influenced by underwhelming Q1 earnings and global trade concerns. Nifty Bank outperformed but faces resistance. Bajaj Finance declined post-earnings. IEX is under pressure due to market coupling news. Healthcare and Pharma sectors show promise. Cipla and Apollo Hospital are likely to do well. The market needs positive global cues for recovery.

The Nifty experienced a week of range-bound trading, closing slightly lower with a 0.53% loss. Facing resistance near the upper edge of a rising channel, the index shows signs of fatigue despite holding above its 20-week moving average. Traders should remain cautious, focusing on stock-specific strategies and protecting gains, as a decisive breakout is needed for a clear directional move.

IDFC First Bank s first quarter of fiscal year 2026 reveals a mixed financial performance. While the profit after tax declined by 32% year-over-year to ₹463 crore, the net interest income experienced a growth of 5.1%, reaching ₹4,933 crore. However, on a quarter-on-quarter basis, the PAT grew significantly by 52.1%.

Nephrocare Health Services, known as NephroPlus, plans to raise funds through an IPO. The IPO includes fresh shares and an offer for sale. Funds will be used for new dialysis clinics and debt repayment. The company is a major dialysis services provider in Asia. It has clinics in multiple countries. ICICI Securities and other firms are managing the IPO.