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Nifty tops key 23,500 hurdle, can head to 24,500 on buying interest: Analysts
Nifty's strong breakout above 23,500 has turned technical analysts bullish, anticipating a move towards 24,000-24,500. Analysts highlight improving momentum, bullish patterns, and sustained buying interest, with 23,100-23,300 acting as crucial support. Specific stock recommendations include Bank of India, BPCL, HDFC Bank, UltraTech Cement, and KEI Industries.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Markets rallied sharply as easing US–Iran tensions and softer crude prices boosted sentiment. Sensex and Nifty surged 2%, adding Rs 10 lakh crore in market value. Broader markets outperformed, volatility eased, and technical indicators turned bullish. Analysts expect momentum to continue, with geopolitical developments and oil prices remaining key triggers.
Mutual fund distributors seek tax relief after Sebi’s expense ratio overhaul
Distributors have urged the Association of Mutual Funds in India to adopt the reverse charge mechanism to offset income losses stemming from new expense ratio regulations. Many small distributors, particularly those exempt from GST, are significantly affected by the changes.
Mcap of 8 most valued firms surges by ₹1.90 trn, ICICI Bank shines
The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 1.90 lakh crore last week, with ICICI Bank stealing the show, in tandem with a rally in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 1,284.61 points, or 1.73 per cent, and the NSE Nifty surged 256.2 points, or 1 per cent. "Indian equity markets ended a volatile week on a strong note, snapping a two-week losing streak amid improving global sentiment and supportive measures from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) aimed at attracting foreign currency inflows," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Investor confidence improved on optimism surrounding a potential USIran peace deal, which raised hopes of easing geopolitical tensions and stabilising energy markets, he added. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and Hindustan Unilever were the winners, while Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
India Inc's cash hoard tops $200 billion in FY26 as companies hold back on expansion
India Inc cash pile tops $200 billion in FY26 as Nifty 500 firms hoard liquidity, led by Reliance Industries, while dividend payouts fall and debt rises modestly
Ethanol Stock Jumps After Parag Parikh Mutual Fund Buys 17.40 Lakh Shares in the Co. By Trade Brains - Investing.com India
Ethanol Stock Jumps After Parag Parikh Mutual Fund Buys 17.40 Lakh Shares in the Co. By Trade BrainsInvesting.com India
13 stocks held by 100+ MFs in May surged up to 85% in just over 5 months
Stocks with strong mutual fund backing delivered sharp gains in CY26, with 13 names rising 40% to 85% in just over five months. Data show 268 stocks held by over 100 schemes, signalling broad institutional conviction and reinforcing momentum in select high-performing counters across sectors.
Share Market: Strong Surge in the Stock Market! Sensex at the Threshold of 74,900, Nifty Up by 200 Points - Lokshahi English News
Share Market: Strong Surge in the Stock Market! Sensex at the Threshold of 74,900, Nifty Up by 200 PointsLokshahi English News
PL Capital cuts Nifty 50 target to 26,449; ICICI Bank, Titan, Bharti Airtel among top conviction picks - Mint
PL Capital cuts Nifty 50 target to 26,449; ICICI Bank, Titan, Bharti Airtel among top conviction picksMint
Gold loses shine? ₹725 crore exits Gold ETFs - Should mutual fund investors be worried?
Gold ETFs experienced a net outflow of ₹725 crore in May, marking the first month of redemptions after 13 months of inflows. Despite this, experts suggest the market sentiment towards gold remains intact, viewing the trend as a result of profit booking. Silver ETFs also faced continued outflows.
Stocks, gold or debt? Rs 2.7 lakh crore fund manager who predicted bullion boom on where to invest now
Manish Banthia, CIO-Fixed Income at ICICI Prudential AMC, who correctly predicted the gold rally in 2023, now sees little value in adding fresh exposure to bullion. He prefers a balanced allocation between equities and debt, citing attractive valuations in India and other emerging markets over gold.
INR gathers momentum as oil pulls back sharply
The Indian rupee gathered momentum in opening trades on Friday as oil prices slumped sharply on improving optimism of a possible peace deal between US and Iran. Rupee opened at Rs 95.40 per dollar and hit a high of 95.18 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at Rs 95.85. Loal equities are also seen opening on a strong footing after Wall Street's three major indexes posted their biggest daily gains since April 8 overnight on hopes for a Midde East peace deal. U.S. President Donald Trump claimed an agreement to end the war with Iran had been reached and would be signed shortly, possibly in Europe this weekend with Vice President JD Vance attending on his behalf. NIFTY 50 is trading at 23,368.55, up by 206.95 points (+0.89%) while BSE SENSEX is trading at 74,639.93, up by 807.38 points (+1.09%).