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Tata Steel in talks with Dutch govt for Netherlands project amid tightened emission norms
Tata Steel is in talks with the Dutch government to navigate its transition project in the Netherlands, aiming to meet stringent emission norms. Facing challenges with legacy assets and stricter environmental regulations, the company is developing a long-term, financially viable, and environmentally compliant pathway. This includes strengthening energy security and planning significant CO₂ reductions through low-carbon steel processes, mirroring similar decarbonisation efforts in the UK.
Sensex jumps over 500 points, Nifty tops 24,150 as oil slips below $70/bbl on US-Iran peace talks
Indian stock markets saw a second day of gains, with Sensex and Nifty inching up as oil prices plummeted to $70 a barrel amid US-Iran peace talks. Tech stocks like Infosys led the charge, while broader markets also traded higher. Analysts point to falling crude, strong auto sales, and tapering FII selling as positive near-term drivers, though monsoon progress remains a watch point.
KPIT outlook shock sends IT stocks sliding as growth worries intensify
Mid-cap IT stocks faced a significant downturn Wednesday, led by KPIT Technologies' warning of a near-term revenue slowdown. This has amplified investor worries about Artificial Intelligence's impact on India's software services sector. Several other IT firms also saw their share prices drop, with the Nifty IT index emerging as the day's biggest loser. Analysts suggest sustained recovery hinges on improving demand and AI's offsetting capabilities.
Nomura expects IT firms to see 'anaemic' growth in FY27. Here are latest target prices for Infosys, TCS, and others
Nomura expects subdued near-term growth for Indian IT companies as macro uncertainty and weak tech spending weigh on demand ahead of Q1 earnings. However, it sees long-term opportunities emerging from AI-driven changes, with IT firms potentially expanding their addressable market as enterprises increasingly rely on system integrators in hybrid human–digital workflows.
KPIT Tech shares hit by downgrades, target price cuts. What JPMorgan and other brokerages said
KPIT Technologies shares plunged after the company issued a weak preliminary Q1 FY27 business update, prompting several brokerages, including JPMorgan and JM Financial, to downgrade the stock and cut target prices. While analysts remain optimistic about the company's long-term prospects, they expect near-term earnings and growth to remain under pressure.
KPIT Tech shares hit 10% lower circuit as company expects Q1 revenue decline, sharp hit to margins
KPIT Technologies shares plunged 10% after the company warned of a revenue drop in Q1 FY27, citing unexpected actions from European automakers. While short-term performance is expected to be weak, KPIT remains optimistic about long-term growth driven by outsourcing and automation. The company anticipates a strong rebound in the second half of FY27, building a solid foundation for future expansion.
iPhone 18 Pro Images, Component & Supplier Lists Exposed In Tata Data Leak: Report
Apple is reportedly investigating the breach and working with Tata on long-term security measures.
Welspun Corp stock zooms 111% from February low; here's why
The medium to long term business outlook for Welspun Corp continues to remain positive across all its businesses, supported by strong focus on Oil & Gas, energy security and transition initiatives.
SBI Securities prefers HDFC Bank, sees long-term upside in metals
Sunny Agarwal, Head Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, remains positive on private banks, preferring HDFC Bank over Kotak Mahindra Bank after the lender received a clean legal review. He says Persistent Systems' acquisition benefits may take up to eight quarters to materialise, while slower growth remains a near-term concern. Agarwal is also bullish on the metals sector, with Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys as his top pick, and remains positive on Astral over the long term despite near-term challenges.
Persistent's Nagarro deal could be a near-term pain for long-term gain
Persistent Systems is acquiring Nagarro SE for $1.3 billion, aiming for European expansion and reduced US market reliance. While strategically beneficial long-term, the deal, funded by debt, faces short-term pressure due to Nagarro's decelerating growth and a high acquisition price. Persistent must now focus on boosting combined revenue without sacrificing profitability, a key challenge ahead.
RBI opens term money market to AIFIs, housing finance companies
The Reserve Bank of India has opened the term money market to All India Financial Institutions and housing finance companies, allowing them to borrow and lend. Prudential borrowing limits for primary dealers have also been significantly increased. These moves aim to deepen market participation and improve liquidity, ultimately strengthening monetary policy transmission by linking short-term and long-term interest rates.
RBI opens term money market to AIFIs, housing finance companies
The Reserve Bank of India has opened the term money market to All India Financial Institutions and housing finance companies, allowing them to borrow and lend. Prudential borrowing limits for primary dealers have also been significantly increased. These moves aim to deepen market participation and improve liquidity, ultimately strengthening monetary policy transmission by linking short-term and long-term interest rates.