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Nifty April futures trade at premium
HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries and Trent were top traded contracts
Top Gainers & Losers on April 06: Zydus Wellness, Trent, Gravita India, RBL Bank, BSE NMDC among top gainers
On April 6, the Indian stock market reversed early losses, fueled by a ceasefire plan between Iran and the U.S. The Nifty 50 and Sensex each rose over 1%, with Zydus Wellness seeing a significant 15% spike in shares, the largest in 17 years.
Where are the Indian markets headed? Here's a bull case Vs bear case scenario
Brokerages remain divided on India’s market outlook amid global uncertainties. Jefferies, ICICI Prudential AMC and 3P Investment Managers are positive on India, driven by improved valuations, limited earnings downside and supportive domestic flows. They highlight attractive Nifty valuations, favourable allocation signals and recent market correction as key reasons to increase exposure, with a preference for sectors like banks and pharma and a gradual approach to adding equities. On the other hand, Nomura, Goldman Sachs and UBS remain cautious, citing rising oil prices, weak foreign flows and global risks that could weigh on growth and market returns in the near term.
Nifty Bank logs 3rd-worst March fall since the global financial crisis. HDFC Bank, SBI among top culprits
Nifty Bank posted its third-worst March in two decades, falling around 12%, with PSU and private banks under pressure. Heavy FII outflows, global macro headwinds, rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions have intensified the correction. Major constituents like HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank have significantly dragged the index lower.
Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, NTPC, Adani Ports, ICICI Bank, SBI, Nestle India
Indian markets experienced a significant downturn on Thursday. This sell-off erased recent gains, driven by global concerns and geopolitical issues. Several major companies like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and NTPC are in focus today due to specific news. Investors are watching these developments closely as the market navigates current challenges.
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.
Electric mobility stocks led by JBM Auto surge up to 14% on strong volumes
JBM Auto's shares are also the third-most traded on the Nifty 500 currently, behind HDFC Bank and Eternal.
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.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Dalal Street rises for 2nd day; Sensex gains 568 pts, Nifty ends close to 23,600
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The markets appear to have overcome the qualms, as the Nifty is trading with a rise of around 150 points and now above 23,500. The Nifty Bank index is down about 200 points, falling towards the 54,000 mark. Tata Steel, Eternal and M&M are among the biggest gainers.
Vodafone Idea, MRPL, YES Bank, Eternal— These are among the top most traded stocks on the NSE today
Vodafone Idea, Tata Silver Exchange Traded Fund, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals (MRPL), YES Bank, Eternal, ITI, Dharan Infra-EPC, and Adani Power were among the most traded stocks, or most active stocks in terms of volume, on the NSE.
Too early to call market bottom; prefer gradual investing via SIPs and funds: Anand Shah
Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC, which manages funds worth ₹28,318 crore as of February 28, 2026, advises investors to avoid deploying cash aggressively as markets may not have bottomed yet. He recommends gradual allocation through SIPs or staggered investments, using a mix of ETFs and mutual funds rather than direct stock picking. Amid inflation, rising energy prices, and global shifts, Shah prefers value over growth and asset-heavy businesses. Commodity producers may benefit, while consumers like autos could face pressure.
Sensex, Nifty get a breather; broader markets remain under pressure
Benchmark indices rose over 1% after last week's steep fall, led by HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Reliance Industries, but broader markets stayed weak amid rising crude prices and global tensions