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Five Stocks To Buy: Ather Energy, Swiggy, Chennai Petroleum, And More | July 09, 2026
Market analysts and brokerage firms have identified high-conviction trading ideas for the upcoming session, focusing on food delivery and quick commerce, electric mobility, housing finance and oil refining sector.
Five Stocks To Buy: Swiggy, Marico, Havells And More | July 08, 2026
Market analysts and brokerage firms have identified high-conviction trading ideas for the upcoming session, focusing heavily on fmcg, online food delivery, electronics and housing finance sectors.
Motilal Oswal's top 4 banking picks ahead of Q1 earnings season. Do you own any?
Motilal Oswal has identified its top banking picks ahead of the Q1 earnings season, anticipating strong MSME credit demand. HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are highlighted for their robust asset quality and profitable growth. State Bank of India leads the PSU pack with aggressive pricing and housing loan strength, while AU Small Finance Bank is favored for its retail segment performance.
Mcap of 9 most valued firms jumps ₹2.15 trn, Airtel biggest winner
The combined market valuation of nine of the top-10 most valued firms jumped by Rs 2.15 lakh crore last week, with Bharti Airtel emerging as the biggest winner, in line with improving global risk sentiment. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 1,274.95 points, or 1.68 per cent. "Indian equity markets extended their recovery during the week, supported by easing geopolitical concerns, softer crude oil prices, and improving global risk sentiment. Although negotiations remain ongoing and the agreement is yet to be fully implemented, the reduction in geopolitical uncertainty has significantly improved market sentiment," Ponmudi R, CEO - Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said. The market valuation of Bharti Airtel surged by Rs 52,432.67 crore to Rs 11,62,963.30 crore, the most among the top-10 firms. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) added Rs 51,675.23 crore, taking its valuation to Rs 5,56,726.30 crore. The valuation of Bajaj Finance soared by Rs 26,55
Eternal, Sobha among 11 stocks FIIs cut stake for 8 quarters in a row
Shareholding data shows that FIIs reduced equity holdings in 11 stocks from Nifty 500 in every single quarter after March 2024. List includes PNB Housing Finance, Eternal and Cyient among others.
NSE Indices launches 11 new sectoral indices, taking total count to 34
The newly launched indices are Nifty Power, Nifty Capital Goods, Nifty Telecommunications, Nifty Construction, Nifty Consumer Services, Nifty Commercial & Transport Services, Nifty Retail, Nifty Hospitals, Nifty NBFC, Nifty Housing Finance and Nifty Insurance.
HFCs emerge stronger after FY26 stress, asset quality recovers sharply; sector better placed for FY27: Report
Housing finance companies have emerged stronger after facing challenges. Asset quality has improved significantly. Loan growth is picking up, and profitability remains resilient. The sector saw a broad-based recovery in the fourth quarter of FY26. This was supported by better collections and healthy disbursement growth. HFCs are now better positioned to handle future challenges.
Chola Securities' Dharmesh Kant sees BFSI earnings revival; likes IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank
Despite recent market volatility, Dharmesh Kant, Head Research at Chola Securities, believes investors should focus on bottom-up stock picking. He expects the banking and financial sector to emerge as a key earnings driver as stable interest rates support margins and treasury income. Among his preferred ideas are Aurionpro Solutions, Tata Technologies, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, Bank of India and Aadhar Housing Finance. He also remains positive on the long-term growth prospects of exchanges, AMCs and other capital market plays. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Mcap of 6 most valued firms surges by ₹74,111 cr, Reliance biggest winner
The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 74,111.57 crore last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainer. Last week, the BSE benchmark climbed 177.36 points, or 0.23 per cent. "Markets ended the week with marginal gains amid a highly volatile and range-bound trading environment. Benchmark indices witnessed sharp intraday swings throughout the week, driven by persistent rupee weakness, mixed global cues, sectoral rotation, and continued uncertainty around inflation and interest rates," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, ICICI Bank, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) were the gainers, while HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, State Bank of India and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion from their valuation. Reliance Industries added Rs 24,696.89 crore, taking its market valuation to Rs 18,33,117.70 ...
Bandhan Bank, Urban Company among 18 smallcaps where promoters decreased their stakes in Q4
Promoters reduced their holdings in 18 smallcap companies during the January to March quarter. Bandhan Bank, Urban Company, and Aadhar Housing Finance are among those where promoter stakes fell. This trend was identified in a report by JM Financial. Investors are watching these movements closely.
Shareholder Lock-In: Shares worth nearly ₹20,800 crore of these three firms will free up on Monday
Barring Physicswallah, shares of both Tenneco Clean Air and Aadhar Housing Finance are trading significantly above their respective IPO price.
LIC Housing Finance Q4 profit rises 9% to Rs 1,497 crore
LIC Housing Finance reported a 9.4% rise in Q4 net profit to Rs 1,497 crore, aided by lower provisions. The company also recommended a 500% dividend of Rs 10 per share for FY26. Meanwhile, Signature Global significantly reduced its net debt by 77% to Rs 200 crore in FY26, with PAT soaring to Rs 1,090 crore.