The stock market is on fire this week, and we're here to break down the top gainers and losers that every investor should be tracking. Get ready for an exciting journey through the world of finance!
The Mutual Fund Revolution: A Milestone for India's Investors
The Indian mutual fund industry has reached a remarkable milestone, with total assets under management (AUM) soaring to a whopping ₹75.61 lakh crore in September 2025. This unprecedented growth phase is a testament to the increasing popularity of mutual funds among Indians as a preferred investment vehicle.
Equity-oriented funds have been the driving force behind this surge, accounting for more than half of the total AUM. The steady rise in Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) contributions, now averaging over ₹21,000 crore per month, showcases investors' commitment to long-term investing strategies, even amidst market fluctuations. Experts view this as a positive sign, indicating a growing financial literacy and confidence among retail investors.
But here's where it gets interesting: debt and hybrid funds have also witnessed decent inflows as companies and individuals capitalize on easing bond yields and attractive short-term returns. Meanwhile, liquid and money market funds have benefited from corporates parking their excess cash, providing a stable foundation for these investment vehicles.
Industry experts attribute this record-breaking growth to India's stable economy, a robust stock market, and the widespread digital access that has made investing more accessible to smaller towns and new investors. The numbers speak for themselves, highlighting how mutual funds have become a trusted wealth-building tool for millions of Indians.
The IPO Frenzy: High Demand and Subscriber Insights
The initial public offerings (IPOs) have been generating a lot of buzz this week, with investors showing a keen interest in several companies. Let's dive into the subscription details and analyze the demand patterns.
Canara HSBC Life Insurance Co. Ltd.: As of October 14, 2025, the IPO of Canara HSBC Life Insurance was subscribed approximately 2.3 times. While institutional investors, particularly those in the QIB category, showed strong interest with a subscription rate of 7.05 times, the retail and NII segments had relatively lower participation, at 0.42 times and 0.33 times, respectively.
Canara Robeco Asset Management Co. Ltd.: The Canara Robeco Asset Management IPO closed on a high note, with total subscriptions reaching an impressive 9.74 times by October 13, 2025. The demand was primarily driven by the QIB segment, which was oversubscribed nearly 26 times, while NIIs and retail investors subscribed at 6.45 times and 1.91 times, respectively.
Rubicon Research Ltd.: Rubicon Research's IPO witnessed an overwhelming response from investors, with overall subscriptions crossing 109 times as of October 13, 2025. The QIBs led the charge with a staggering 137 times subscription, followed by NIIs at 102.7 times and retail investors at 37.4 times, indicating an extremely high level of interest across all investor categories.
Introducing the Kotak Gold Silver Passive FoF Growth Direct Plan
The Kotak Mutual Fund has launched an exciting new offering, the Gold Silver Passive FoF Growth Direct Plan, which is now open for subscriptions from October 6, 2025, to October 20, 2025. This innovative fund allows clients to invest in gold and silver through ETFs, providing a simple and convenient way to diversify their portfolios with these precious metals. It's an excellent option for individuals looking to hedge against price hikes and add stability to their long-term investment strategies.
As we wrap up the news for the week ending October 17, let's take a closer look at how the markets responded and the key movers and shakers this week. From indices and mutual funds to individual stocks, we'll explore what fellow investors on Kuvera have been keeping an eye on. Let's dive into the market movers and uncover the fascinating dynamics at play.
Kuvera, a free direct mutual fund investing platform, has been a valuable source of data for this analysis. Unless otherwise stated, the data presented here has been sourced from BSE, NSE, and Kuvera.
