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Blue Jet Healthcare shares rally 9% after Rs 800 crore QIP allotment
Blue Jet Healthcare shares rose sharply on Friday after the company completed its Rs 800 crore QIP, attracting marquee institutional investors, including multiple ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund schemes. The fund raise is expected to strengthen the company's balance sheet, support expansion plans, and boost long-term growth prospects while broadening its institutional shareholder base.
Stocks in news: Adani Enterprises, Cochin Shipyard, IDFC First Bank, Premier Energies, Glenmark Pharma
Markets traded subdued on the weekly expiry day, with indices ending marginally lower. Cochin Shipyard's offer for sale saw strong investor demand on its first day. Adani Enterprises' US legal case faces a likely dismissal by federal prosecutors. IDFC First Bank launched provident fund payment services through its EPFO integration. Premier Energies secured significant orders, and Glenmark Pharma launched a generic drug in the US.
Dalal Street also smokes peace pipe, ends in green for 4th week in row
Indian stock markets concluded their fourth consecutive week of gains, buoyed by declining crude oil prices and improved geopolitical sentiment. Analysts anticipate further upward movement for the Nifty 50, with upcoming quarterly earnings reports expected to guide market direction. Sectoral strength was observed in Realty, Pharma, Healthcare, and Cement, while broader market indices showed mixed performance. Foreign investors were net buyers, contrasting with domestic institutional selling.
Pulse of the Street: Realty and healthcare lifts markets, but weak rupee clouds rally
Markets rose nearly 1% this week as softer crude oil prices, easing volatility and buying in real estate, healthcare and consumption stocks lifted sentiment. However, weakness in capital goods and power, along with continued pressure on the rupee, showed that the recovery remained selective
Benchmarks gain for third day on positive global cues; Nifty closes at 24,271
Key benchmark indices extended gains for a third consecutive session on Friday, supported by positive global cues. Weaker-than-expected US jobs data strengthened expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut at its upcoming policy meeting. The Nifty closed at 24,270.85, led by gains in IT, healthcare and metal stocks. However, profit booking in the second half trimmed intraday gains, while broader markets lagged the benchmark indices.
Take profits near Nifty 24,600; record highs possible by year-end: JM Financial’ Rahul Sharma
Rahul Sharma, Director & Head Technical & Derivatives at JM Financial Services, advises investors to book profits if the Nifty approaches the 24,500–24,600 zone, warning that July earnings could trigger volatility. However, he expects any correction to offer a buying opportunity, with markets likely to begin a structural recovery from September-October and potentially scale fresh record highs by the end of the year. He also remains positive on financials, pharma and select defence stocks.
Sensex rises over 150 points, Nifty above 23,900 as investors weigh Iran tensions, weak monsoon concerns
Indian stock markets opened the second half of 2026 with modest gains after recent declines. Investors are closely watching escalating US-Iran tensions, which are impacting oil prices, and a concerningly weak monsoon season. Analysts suggest adjusting portfolios towards fixed income and monsoon-proof sectors like healthcare and defense to mitigate potential fallout from the dry spell.
Market wrap: Sensex falls 250 points, Nifty closes below 23,900 on monthly expiry day
Indian equities ended lower for the second straight session as benchmarks slipped on expiry-day volatility, though broader markets advanced. IT stocks led declines amid rate worries, while auto and consumption names gained. Analysts expect sectoral rotation ahead of earnings, with banking, healthcare and power seen as resilient drivers of performance.
Healthcare, banks and EVs remain long-term bets: Invesco Mutual Fund's Taher Badshah
Taher Badshah, Chief Investment Officer at Invesco Mutual Fund, expects EV adoption to increase gradually with policy support, while opportunities are emerging in power distribution alongside transmission. Badshah also said SIP inflows remain stable and mutual fund industry trends are not showing signs of concern.
Sensex falls 50 points, Nifty above 24,050; Eternal, Sun Pharma, TechM rise 1%
Indian stock markets traded mixed on Monday, with Sensex dipping slightly and Nifty inching higher amidst rising oil prices due to Iran-US tensions. While some blue-chips gained, broader markets saw a minor decline. Analysts suggest a potential market upturn due to easing FII selling and South Korea's volatility, but a deficient monsoon remains a concern. Upcoming Q1 results are expected to drive stock-specific movements.
Stocks in news: Waaree Energies, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Strides Pharma, Persistent Systems
Indian markets showed volatility, ending nearly flat despite positive signals. Analysts note Nifty faces resistance from key moving averages, with a decisive close above 24,200 crucial for further gains. Several companies like Waaree Energies, Kotak Bank, and Tata Motors are in focus due to significant developments, including US investigations, strategic partnerships, and EV expansion plans.
Nifty has more room to run; stay selective: Analysts
Indian stock markets are showing cautious optimism, with the Nifty eyeing the 24,300-25,000 zone amid ongoing volatility. Analysts recommend selective trading and specific strategies like a moderately bullish Call Spread. Top stock picks include TVS Motor, Samvardhana Motherson International, Oberoi Realty, Aurobindo Pharma, Vijaya Diagnostic Centre, and Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services, each presenting unique buying opportunities with defined targets and stop losses.