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Why market fell today? Sensex slumps 760 points, Nifty below 24,400 despite ceasefire extension. 7 key reasons
Indian markets turned negative on Wednesday as investor caution persisted despite a ceasefire deadline extension by Donald Trump. IT stocks led the decline after weak earnings from HCL Technologies, dragging peers like Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, and Tech Mahindra lower. However, defensive names such as Hindustan Unilever and NTPC posted gains.
Bank asset quality steady, loan growth strong; HDFC Bank may see re-rating: MOFSL
Nitin Aggarwal, Senior Group VP and Head of BFSI, Institutional Equities at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Limited (MOFSL) highlights stable asset quality, strong loan growth across ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank, while flagging margins and earnings recovery as key factors to watch in the banking sector.
Indian fund outperforming 98% of peers bets on defense stocks
A $3 billion fund at Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Co. is backing Indian defense stocks, wagering that geopolitical tensions will boost local arms production and support the government’s efforts to lower reliance on imports.
Mutual fund bulls vs FII bears: The Rs 38,000 crore battle for 5 popular bank stocks
Domestic mutual funds bought banking stocks worth Rs 38,000 crore in March, countering heavy FII selling of Rs 60,655 crore during the Iran war selloff. Major accumulation was seen in HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, SBI, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Axis Bank. HDFC Bank emerged as the top pick across leading mutual fund houses, according to Prime Database estimates.
Stocks to buy for the short term: Kotak Securities’ Amol Athawale shares 3 picks including Tech Mahindra, Maruti - Mint
Stocks to buy for the short term: Kotak Securities’ Amol Athawale shares 3 picks including Tech Mahindra, MarutiMint
Aavas Financiers may be headed for leadership change; Kotak's Manu Singh likely to be Next CEO
Aavas Financiers is set for a leadership change. Managing Director Sachinder Bhinder will step down following promoter dissatisfaction. Manu Singh, currently heading home loans at Kotak Mahindra Bank, is expected to become the new CEO. This transition follows CVC Capital Partners' acquisition of control and aims to boost the company's growth trajectory.
Lower oil prices would boost India’s economy, support banks and consumer sectors: Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah, Managing Director, Kotak Mahindra AMC, said that market returns may depend more on earnings growth going forward, with investors needing to adjust expectations. Sector trends could favour financials and consumption-linked segments, while asset allocation should balance equities, debt and gold amid evolving global conditions.
‘Main Hoon Na’ policy needed from RBI to support growth, says Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah, MD, Kotak Mahindra AMC, said the rupee has stabilised after recent central bank actions, easing earlier pressure from foreign investor outflows and rising yields. He noted that interest rates and liquidity conditions remain key for market direction. Ensuring adequate liquidity and keeping bond yields below 7% could help improve sentiment and attract global investors back to India.
Nifty IT lags again after sharp fall, but March stability raises hope worst may be priced in
Abhishek Pathak of Motilal Oswal prefers HCLTech and Tech Mahindra among large-cap IT stocks, while highlighting Coforge and Mphasis as attractive midcap picks, citing strong deal visibility, better valuations, and higher agility in adapting to AI-led changes.
Correction in NBFCs, IT and realty offers entry as earnings stay steady: Anupam Tiwari
Anupam Tiwari, Head of Equity at Groww Mutual Fund, expects a strong current quarter with limited impact from oil shocks so far, but flags risks from the next quarter onward. He remains positive on premium consumption, NBFCs, manufacturing exports and capex, while adding IT and premium real estate after corrections. He believes market fears may be overstated, with much of the downside already priced in.
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Jubilant FoodWorks revenue up 19%, Shyam Metalics steel sales surge
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Investors are gearing up for the earnings season as companies continue to report their provisional numbers for the fourth quarter and the financial year 2026. HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bank of Baroda, IDFC First Bank, CSB Bank, IndusInd Bank, Utkarsh Small Finance Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, Yes Bank, Bandhan Bank are among the lenders that have reported their provisional numbers over the extended weekend. Watch this space for all the LIVE updates.
Sensex Today Trades Lower | Nifty Below 22,700 | Kotak Mahindra & Sun Pharma Top Losers - Equitymaster
Sensex Today Trades Lower | Nifty Below 22,700 | Kotak Mahindra & Sun Pharma Top LosersEquitymaster