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Benchmarks rally on ceasefire hopes, lower oil; Nifty crosses 24,000 mark
The key equity benchmarks ended with strong gains on Friday, supported by improving risk sentiment. Optimism around a potential US-Iran ceasefire, softer oil prices below $100, a rally in global markets, and a strengthening rupee lifted investor confidence.
SILA raises $100 million from PE firm Permira to fund expansion plans
The investment signals rising global PE appetite for India’s tech-enabled business services, as SILA scales operations across 125 cities and 450 million sq. ft of managed assets.
Helios MF’s Dinshaw Irani says India looks oversold, stays cautious on IT stocks
Helios Mutual Fund CEO Dinshaw Irani said the fund has been actively deploying cash as Indian equities appear oversold after recent underperformance. He noted that consumption trends remain resilient for now, though prolonged global uncertainty could weigh on demand over the next few quarters. Irani remains cautious on the IT sector, warning that AI-led disruption, weaker growth expectations and margin pressures could keep valuations under strain despite recent corrections. 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.
Vinit Sambre positive on insurance, private banks; favors IT firms on skilling and capital disciplin
Vinit Sambre, Head of Equities, DSP Mutual Fund, which manages funds worth $24.30 billion for the period of October-December 2025, said recent market volatility has brought valuations to more reasonable levels, with macro indicators like credit growth and auto sales still improving. He expects growth to recover after near-term disruptions and sees opportunities emerging in IT and BFSI. While uncertainty remains due to global risks, he suggests gradual equity allocation, maintaining a balanced approach with diversified funds and selective deployment as clarity improves.
SBI MF buys 4% in Urban Company via bulk deals; Wellington, others pare stake
SBI Mutual Fund acquired a 4% stake in Urban Company for ₹632 crore through bulk deals, while existing investors including Wellington and DF International Partners pared holdings in the company.
Nifty 50 can crash to 21,000 if crude oil prices remain around $100 for next 3-4 months amid US-Iran war: Seshadri Sen
Seshadri Sen of Emkay Global cautions that Nifty 50 could crash to 21,000 if oil prices remain above $100 for 3-4 months. However, he expects the situation to reverse once crude oil prices moderate to around $70 per barrel.
Sensex falls 600 points, Nifty below 23,000: Oil above $100 among 7 triggers behind today's D-St crash
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn for the fourth consecutive session, with Sensex and Nifty 50 falling sharply. Elevated crude oil prices, driven by the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, continue to weigh on investor sentiment and global markets.
Too early to see shift from equities to FDs: Federal Bank CEO KVS Manian
Speaking to CNBC-TV18 on the sidelines of the 21st India Business Leader Awards, KVS Manian, MD and CEO of Federal Bank, said it is too early to see investors moving money from equities back to fixed deposits. A Balasubramanian, MD and CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, added that mutual fund investors continue to see healthy three- and five-year returns, helping keep inflows steady despite recent market volatility.
Motilal Oswal top picks: VA Tech order strength, RIL refining upside, Eternal valuations attractive
Investors are not showing panic despite geopolitical tensions, though many are reviewing portfolios and seeking safer sector exposure, according to Siddhartha Khemka of Motilal Oswal. The brokerage remains positive on VA Tech Wabag citing a ₹16,000-crore order book and strong West Asia demand. It also sees opportunity in quick commerce stocks like Eternal and Swiggy after valuation corrections, while Reliance Industries’ O2C business could benefit from higher refining margins. Disclosure: Network18, the parent company of CNBCTV18.com, is controlled by Independent Media Trust, of which Reliance Industries is the sole beneficiary.
Oman India Joint Investment Fund marks first close of $100 million for its third fund
Oman India Joint Investment Fund has secured a $100 million first close for its third private equity fund and plans to raise up to $300 million, even as geopolitical tensions cloud global investment sentiment.
Rs 10 lakh crore wiped off! Sensex crashes 1,500 pts; Nifty near 23,150. 6 key factors behind today's D-St bloodbath
Indian stock markets experienced a sharp decline on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty falling significantly, marking their biggest weekly drop in over a year. The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict and surging crude oil prices above $100 per barrel are major contributing factors. Global markets also mirrored this downturn, trading broadly in the red.
Nifty IT hurtles toward historic 8-week bloodbath: AI death knell or ultimate bear trap?
Indian IT stocks are experiencing an unprecedented losing streak. This has wiped out significant market value and ignited a debate about artificial intelligence's future impact. Some investors see a major buying opportunity amid the sell-off. Foreign investors have exited, but one large mutual fund is aggressively buying. Analysts are divided on the sector's outlook.