Good intentions, unintended consequences: The cost of regulation
Regulation is vital for protecting consumers and building trust, but unpredictable or poorly calibrated policy changes can disrupt business economics, valuations and investment.
2 NOVEMBER 2026 · INDIA DESK
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10 penny stocks plunge up to 70% in three months. Do you own any?
Ten actively traded penny stocks have fallen between 34% and 73% over the past three months, highlighting the risks associated with low-priced shares. Cropster Agro recorded the steepest decline at 73%, followed by Bridge Securities and Empower India, which dropped 55% and 50%, respectively.
INDIA
FPIs pull out Rs 34,843 cr from equities in Oct; turn net buyers last week
Amidst rising economic fears, foreign portfolio investors withdrew Rs 34,843 crore from Indian equities in October. Although they had made significant contributions in July and August, outflows continued through September. By late October, a turnaround occurred as foreign investors became net buyers, infusing approximately Rs 6,300 crore into the market. Support from domestic institutional investors provided much-needed stability as all eyes turn to potential global impacts on investor sentiment.
INDIA
Bonus issues, stock splits, dividends: Infosys, Asian Paints among over 40 stocks turning ex-date this week
More than 40 companies have scheduled record dates for dividends, bonus issues, rights issues and stock splits during November 2–6, 2026. Major names include Infosys, Asian Paints, Coal India, Power Grid and Info Edge, while Sanofi India will offer the week’s highest announced dividend of Rs 75 per share.
INDIA
Sebi to release FII compliance consultation paper within weeks, says chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey
Sebi is likely to release a consultation paper on foreign investor compliance requirements within weeks, chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said. The proposed document will explore aligning Indian norms with global standards amid heavy FII outflows. The regulator is also planning a capacity-building network to strengthen independent directors’ effectiveness.
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INDIA · ECONOMIC TIMES
ET Wealth Expo | Only 6 of 1990's Sensex stocks survive: S Naren's case for smarter asset allocation
S Naren of ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund highlights how only six companies from the 1990 Sensex remain in the benchmark today. At ET Wealth Expo, he explained why beaten-down stocks may never recover and urged investors to distinguish between asset allocation and stock selection, while cautioning against chasing strong past returns.
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INDIA · ECONOMIC TIMES
Sebi pushes for resilient capital markets, focuses on investor protection: Chairman
SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey emphasized the importance of accessible and efficient capital markets at a recent forum. He highlighted the growth in market capitalisation with significant annual fundraising through equity and debt. The number of investors in West Bengal has dramatically increased, indicating regional market participation. Additionally, various steps have been taken to streamline compliance and fundraising processes for issuers.
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INDIA · ECONOMIC TIMES
Concurrent Gainers: 8 stocks that gain for 5 days in a row
Eight BSE 500 stocks gained in each of the five sessions between October 26 and 30, delivering cumulative returns of 10% to 21%.
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INDIA · ECONOMIC TIMES
Diwali stock picks: SBI Securities lists 11 stocks with up to 22% upside potential. Do you own any?
SBI Securities has picked 11 stocks for Samvat 2083, with up to 22% upside potential. The list spans steel, hospitality, jewellery, electronics and infrastructure.
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