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SBI in talks with Japanese lenders for M&A financing; Rs 94,000 crore headroom under new norms
State Bank of India is exploring partnerships with Japanese lenders for merger and acquisition financing following new regulatory guidelines. SBI chairman CS Setty indicated the bank has a lending ceiling of Rs 94,000 crore under these norms. Initially, SBI plans to approach these deals cautiously with smaller ticket sizes and simpler structures.
Rs 6 lakh crore in 6 months! PSU banks are eating private lenders' lunch and the rally isn't over yet
PSU bank stocks have emerged as a standout theme on Dalal Street, powered by strong credit growth, multi-decadal low NPAs and record profits. The combined market cap of 12 state-run lenders has surged by Rs 5.75 lakh crore to Rs 21.35 lakh crore in six months, driving a sharp valuation re-rating that private banks haven’t matched.
Foreign investors continue to buy PSU bank shares even as $19 billion leaves India
Foreign investors are increasing stakes in state-owned banks despite heavy selling in Indian equities, attracted by lower valuations, rising profits and strong stock gains across PSU lenders.
Stocks to Watch Today: Dabur India, Sagility, GNG Electronics, Lenskart Solutions, Hexagon Nutrition, GenXAI Analytics, Vedanta in focus on 12 June
Stocks to Watch, 12 Jun: Stocks like Dabur India, Vedanta, State Bank of India, JK Paper, Sagility, Lenskart Solutions, GNG Electronics, Vintage Coffee and Beverages, Hexagon Nutrition, and GenXAI Analytics will be in focus on June 12.
US-Iran exchange fire at Strait of Hormuz| Oil prices resume climb | Nifty finds resistance at 24350
Global markets remain on edge as rising US-Iran tensions near the Strait of Hormuz push oil prices higher and trigger volatility across equities. Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite see profit booking while Brent crude stays above $100/barrel. Back home, NIFTY 50 struggles near key resistance, even as midcaps hit record highs. Markets also react to major earnings from State Bank of India , Titan Company , Bank of Baroda and others. Stay tuned for market outlook, top stocks, crude oil movement, rupee action, and global cues driving today’s trade.
Bank Nifty slips over 1% today, all 14 constituents trade in red; SBI, IndusInd among top laggards
Bank Nifty fell over 1 percent today with all 14 stocks in the red. IndusInd Bank, AU Small Finance Bank and State Bank of India led losses in the index, while Nifty 50 and Sensex also declined as market sentiment weakened.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Live: GIFT Nifty hints a positive opening; TCS, Tata Steel, JSW Energy, NALCO in focus
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Stocks like Tata Steel, Tata Consultancy Services, State Bank of India, Phoenix Mills, SML Mahindra, JSW Energy, Graphite India, National Aluminium Company, NLC India, TVS Motor Company, Iware Supplychain Services, and Capri Global Capital will be in focus on July 9.
US Steps In to Escort Ships in Hormuz | Oil Near $108 | Kotak Bank Steady | Opening Bell
Markets kick off the week with global tensions in focus as US President Donald Trump announces “Project Freedom” to escort stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran calls the US response to its 14-point proposal unacceptable, keeping geopolitical risks elevated and pushing Brent crude near $108. US markets ended higher on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and NASDAQ Composite gaining up to 1.6%, supported by strong earnings from Exxon Mobil, Chevron, and Estée Lauder. Economic data remains mixed, with steady manufacturing activity and a rise in consumption. Back home, Kotak Mahindra Bank reports a stable quarter, while GIFT Nifty suggests a positive start for Indian markets. Investors also keep a close watch on state election results for further cues.
Stocks to Watch Today: HCL Tech, General Insurance Corp, Dhanlaxmi Bank, Craftsman Automation, Devyani International, Sapphire Foods in focus on 16 June
Stocks to Watch, 16 Jun: Stocks like HCL Technologies, State Bank of India. Mahindra and Mahindra Financial Services, General Insurance Corporation of India, Craftsman Automation, Yes Bank, Dhanlaxmi Bank, and Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation will also be in focus on June 16.
Buy State Bank of India; target of Rs 1200: Prabhudas Lilladher
Prabhudas Lilladher is bullish on State Bank of India has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 1200 in its research report dated May 09, 2026.
Nifty top losers today: IndiGo, SBI, Tata Motors stocks among biggest drags as oil shock rattles markets
Among the Nifty top losers today, IndiGo stock plunged about 5.4 percent, making it the biggest decliner on the index. State Bank of India fell around 5.1 percent. Auto stocks also featured prominently among the losers.
Markets end higher in volatile week; rupee recovers from record low
The total market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies rose marginally by ₹1.79 lakh crore during the week. Among the gainers, Reliance Industries led the increase in market capitalisation, while ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, and Axis Bank witnessed a decline in their market capitalisation.