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Stocks to buy for short term: From Kotak Mahindra Bank to Ashok Leyland - Jigar Patel of Anand Rathi recommends 3 shares - Mint
Stocks to buy for short term: From Kotak Mahindra Bank to Ashok Leyland - Jigar Patel of Anand Rathi recommends 3 sharesMint

Q4 Results This Week: IOC, BPCL, ITC, Lenskart among 150 others report earnings as season winds down
As many as 150 companies, including Ola Electric, Indian Oil Corporation, Lenskart, LG Electronics India, Nykaa, along with Nifty 50 names such as Hindalco, ITC, BEL, among others will be reporting their fourth quarter results this week as the earnings season enters its final stages for this period. Here's a look at the complete list:
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide D-Street action on Monday
Nifty broke below its 23,800–24,500 consolidation range, signalling near-term weakness, with resistance now seen at 23,800–24,000 and key support at 23,150, according to analysts. Market breadth stayed negative as Sensex fell sharply, dragged by RIL, SBI and M&M. Broader indices saw mixed activity across stocks, with selective buying interest but overall sentiment tilted towards bears amid volatility.
Reliance Industries, TCS, HDFC Bank among 10 companies with highest FII selling in Q4. Do you own any?
Foreign institutional investors have sold $53 billion worth of Indian equities since late 2024, with HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Bharti Airtel among stocks witnessing the heaviest FII outflows.
Smaller banks find it harder to hit a home run
Larger banks are dominating the home loan market. Mid-sized private banks are struggling as competition squeezes profits. State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank are expanding their mortgage books. These big lenders use lower funding costs and wider reach. They see home loans as a way to build lasting customer relationships.
Nifty IT index tanks 7% in 4 days; TCS, Infy, HCL, LTM hit fresh 52-wk lows
In 2026 so far, TCS, Infosys, HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, and Wipro have declined in the range of 17 per cent to 33 per cent. In comparison, the Nifty 50 index has dived 10 per cent, data showed.
Stocks in news: Airtel, Tata Motors, Dr Reddy's, NTPC, Dixon Technologies
Markets faced selling pressure on Tuesday due to weak global cues and macroeconomic concerns, with the Nifty approaching support at 23,150. Several companies like Airtel, Tata Motors, and Dr Reddy's are in focus due to earnings reports and other news developments.

Kotak AMC’s Shibani Sircar Kurian bets on financials and healthcare; cautious on IT
Shibani Sircar Kurian, Head -Equity Research and Fund Manager at Kotak Mahindra AMC, which manages assets worth nearly $4.79 billion, said the ongoing Middle East conflict remains the biggest concern for Indian markets due to its potential impact on oil prices, growth and earnings. She said Kotak AMC remains selective, favouring financials, healthcare and parts of industrials, while staying cautious on smallcaps and Indian IT amid AI-led disruption. 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.

Kotak Mahindra To Acquire 9.99% Stake In Federal, J&K Banks
Kotak Mahindra Bank has also received approval from the Reserve Bank of India to acquire up to 9.99% stake in City Union Bank.

Market at Close | Bharat Forge, defence stocks rally as Midcap Index scales record high
The Sensex fell 114 points to close at 77,845, while the Nifty slipped 4 points to settle at 24,327. The Nifty Bank index gained 66 points to end at 56,047.
RBI clears Kotak Bank to raise stake up to 9.99% in AU Small Finance, Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has approved Kotak Mahindra Bank's increased stake in AU Small Finance Bank and Federal Bank. Kotak can now hold almost 9.99 percent in both lenders. This move allows Kotak to build significant minority stakes. The approvals were confirmed through regulatory filings. Markets showed a mild reaction to the development.
RBI clears Kotak Mahindra Bank to buy up to 9.99% in Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has approved Kotak Mahindra Bank to acquire up to 9.99% of Federal Bank's share capital. This move positions Kotak Mahindra Bank as a potentially significant institutional shareholder in the Kerala-based lender. Investors will now monitor future disclosures to track the progress of this strategic stake acquisition.