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Mid & small-cap stocks firm despite oil shocks and global uncertainty: But will the trend continue?
Amidst the uncertainties, Indian mid- and small-cap indices have delivered a standout performance in the last two months. The Nifty Smallcap 100 has surged over 20% from its March 2026 lows. The Nifty Midcap 100 has climbed nearly 15%, touching fresh highs in May 2026.
Nifty Pharma, 4 others hit 52-week high since Iran war while Nifty fell 7%. Will the form continue?
Despite a challenging market backdrop fueled by geopolitical tensions and foreign fund outflows, five Indian sectors—Pharma, Energy, Defence, Capital Markets, and Metals—are showing remarkable strength. These sectors are hitting new highs, driven by structural earnings visibility and long-term growth tailwinds, indicating a fundamental shift beyond mere defensive plays.
Why foreign investors are exiting Nifty giants to hunt in India's small and midcap market
Foreign institutional investors are shifting their focus from India's top blue-chip stocks to a wider array of mid- and small-cap companies. This strategic repositioning is driven by growth opportunities in sectors like capital goods, manufacturing, and new-age tech, despite an overall decline in FPI holdings in India.
Why foreign investors are exiting Nifty giants to hunt in India's small and midcap market - The Economic Times
Why foreign investors are exiting Nifty giants to hunt in India's small and midcap marketThe Economic Times
Nifty likely to trade in a range; 23,800 a key breakout hurdle
Nifty is expected to trade rangebound with a mild bullish undertone this week, consolidating amid mixed cues. Analysts see 23,800-24,000 as a key hurdle, with 23,150-23,250 acting as support. A breakout above 24,000 could trigger a rally towards 24,600, while a break below support may lead to further declines.
11 MF-backed microcap stocks rallied up to 515% in a year; 7 turned multibaggers
Despite the Nifty Microcap 250 index remaining largely flat over the past year, several microcap stocks delivered extraordinary gains. ET Markets identified 11 microcap companies held by over 20 mutual fund schemes as of April 2026, of which seven turned multibaggers, reflecting strong institutional conviction and sharp wealth creation in select pockets of the market.

PPFAS Portfolio Churn: Rajeev Thakkar-led fund house buys large-cap IT, sells these 3 PSU stocks the most in April - Mint
PPFAS Portfolio Churn: Rajeev Thakkar-led fund house buys large-cap IT, sells these 3 PSU stocks the most in AprilMint

Market at Close | Hindalco, Reliance, BPCL lead market recovery; Sensex ends 118 points higher
The Sensex rose 118 points to close at 75,318, while the Nifty gained 41 points to settle at 23,659, holding above the 23,650 mark at close. Nifty Bank advanced 153 points to 53,562, and the Midcap Index climbed 301 points to 61,323.

Nifty Dips Nearly 1%, Sensex Down 670 Points — Three Reasons Why Is Market Falling Today
The broader market is also facing pressure with the Nifty Smallcap 250 falling almost 0.40%, and the Nifty Midcap 150 dropping about 0.26%.

Sowilo’s Sandip Agarwal sees 6–7% dollar revenue growth in IT services over next 2–3 years
Sandip Agarwal Fund Manager at Sowilo Investment Managers which manages assets worth nearly $20.44 million as of April 30, 2026, makes a case for Indian IT stocks despite global uncertainty. He points to rupee weakness, a 40–50% valuation correction, and the early stages of an AI-driven services cycle as key reasons to buy. He expects 75% earnings growth over three years and favours large and midcap traditional IT services over expensive ER&D names. 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.
How JSW Energies’ Rs 3,150-crore JSW Steel stake sale will help lower debt, Jefferies explains
JSW Energy’s Rs 3,150-crore stake sale in JSW Steel to GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund is expected to strengthen its balance sheet. Jefferies says the move will lower leverage, support capex plans and improve execution visibility, prompting a target price upgrade to Rs 675.
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex rises over 150 pts, Nifty above 23,650; IT st... - The Economic Times
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex rises over 150 pts, Nifty above 23,650; IT st...The Economic Times