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IT stocks led by Coforge, Persistent gain up to 12% in two sessions; Here's why they are in news
Weakness in the currency provides a margin tailwind to these IT companies, who get most of their revenue from the North American Market in the US Dollar and other currencies, whereas most of their fixed costs are in the local currency.
Positive cues from GIFT Nifty point to higher opening for D-Street
Markets are expected to remain event-driven with persistent volatility due to elevated crude oil prices, a weakening rupee, rising bond yields, and inflationary concerns. Despite resilient domestic earnings, investors are wary of the second-order impacts on inflation and the RBI's policy. The India VIX rose to 19.63, indicating market fear.
Infosys, OFSS, TechM, other IT stocks gain up to 3% despite weak market sentiment. Here's why
IT stocks such as Infosys and Oracle Financial Services Software gained, while LTIMindtree, Coforge, Tech Mahindra, Mphasis and Persistent Systems also posted strong gains. Meanwhile, the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 dropped over 1% as the rupee hit a record low and bond yields surged to all-time highs.
FPIs pull out Rs 27,000 cr in May; 2026 outflows hit Rs 2.2 lakh cr-mark
Himanshu Srivastava, Principal - Manager Research at Morningstar Investment Research India, said the latest outflow trend reflected persistent uncertainty surrounding global growth, elevated geopolitical tensions across key regions and volatility in crude oil prices, which continued to weigh on risk appetite towards emerging markets, including India.
Mcap of 9 top valued firms erodes by ₹3.12 trn, Reliance biggest laggard
The combined market valuation of nine of the top 10 valued firms eroded by Rs 3.12 lakh crore last week, with Reliance Industries taking the biggest hit. Last week, the 30-share BSE Sensex plunged by 2,090.2 points, or 2.7 per cent, while the 50-share NSE Nifty declined 532.65 points, or 2.2 per cent. "Markets ended the week lower, breaking out of their three-week consolidation phase amid lingering geopolitical tensions in West Asia, persistent weakness in the rupee, and rising inflationary concerns," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. The sharp rise in crude oil prices above the USD 105-per-barrel mark intensified worries over imported inflation, fiscal stress, and pressure on corporate margins, he said. From the top-10 pack, Bharti Airtel emerged as the only winner. The market valuation of Reliance Industries tumbled Rs 1,34,445.77 crore to Rs 18,08,420.81 crore. State Bank of India's valuation eroded by Rs 52,245.3 crore to Rs 8,88,862.32 crore. The valua
Fuel hike not enough to offset all losses, oil stocks fall further
In an unexpected turn, shares of oil companies fell even with a recent fuel price boost. This adjustment couldn't compensate for the rising crude oil prices, leaving experts calling for further alterations in pricing. Investors are advised to hold tight until market indicators become more distinct. The persistent geopolitical climate is keeping oil prices robust, creating challenges for company profitability.
Benchmarks decline after two-day surge; Nifty slips below 23,650
Sentiment remained cautious due to the weakening rupee, which slipped past the Rs 96-per-dollar mark. Elevated crude oil prices, inflationary pressures, and persistent geopolitical tensions also weighed on markets.
Solara Active Q4 Results: Stock jumps 15% after profitability returns, revenue growth
Solara Active Pharma Sciences returned to profitability in the fourth quarter as revenue surged 42%, although persistent weakness in the Ibuprofen business continued to weigh on margins and overall profitability.
India rupee slips to record low near 96 per USD as energy risks deepen
The Indian rupee hit an all-time low, driven by high oil prices and portfolio outflows straining the economy. Policymakers are considering tax reductions for foreign investors on bonds to attract dollar inflows. Persistent balance of payments deficits and rising wholesale inflation signal ongoing rupee weakness.
Persistent Systems, Infosys lead sell-off in IT stocks; index extends weekly drop to 7%
Among the worst hit were Persistent Systems, Coforge, Mphasis and LTIMindtree, which declined between 3% and 5%. Heavyweights including Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services and Infosys were down 2% to 3%.
IT Stocks Extend Decline For Fourth Straight Session Amid AI, Growth Concerns; Persistent Systems, Coforge Lead Losses
The continued declines in the tech shares has pushed the Nifty IT Index more than 40% below its all-time high reached in December 2024.
Benchmarks snap 4-day losing streak; Nifty settles above 23,400
Domestic equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty snapped a four-session losing streak to close higher on Wednesday, aided by value buying in beaten-down stocks. Market recovered from early volatility and profit booking to rebound sharply from intraday lows, with the Nifty settling above the 23,400 mark. Gains were led by metal, consumer durable and energy shares, while IT and auto stocks remained under pressure. However, overall sentiment stayed cautious amid elevated crude oil prices, persistent foreign institutional investor outflows, rupee weakness and lingering global inflation concerns. The Indian rupee also touched a fresh intraday record low of 95.80 against the US dollar.