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Benchmarks hold their ground despite late profit booking
The benchmark indices ended marginally higher on Thursday, extending gains for a second straight session. The Nifty climbed to a more than one-month high of 24,261.60 around noon, supported by easing crude oil prices and buying in auto and FMCG stocks. However, profit booking in the second half erased most of the intraday gains, while weakness in metal, IT, oil & gas and energy stocks capped the upside. The Nifty still managed to close above the 24,000 mark. Broader markets underperformed, with the midcap and smallcap indices ending in the red.

‘Korean markets are like small caps’, says Capitalmind Mutual Fund CEO Deepak Shenoy; Kospi jumps 5%
Investor sentiment in South Korea shifted amid falling oil prices and positive news from US-Iran talks. However, proposed taxes on unrealised gains introduced uncertainty, contributing to significant market volatility and sharp fluctuations for major technology stocks.
RIL, BEL, Lenskart, Delhivery among Motilal Oswal's top monthly picks
Top monthly stock picks by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk: Analysts are bullish on Reliance, Bharat Electronics, ACME Solar, Delhivery, Gokaldas Exports and Lenskart.
Ruchit Jain of Motilal Oswal suggests AXIS Bank, Genus Power shares to buy for the short term
Indian equity benchmarks surged today, driven by falling crude oil prices and supportive comments from the RBI Governor. The Nifty 50 rose 0.95%, while the BSE Sensex gained 1.27%. However, the broader market remained weak, with smallcap and midcap indices declining.
Coal India Ltd eases for fifth straight session
Coal India Ltd is quoting at Rs 443.9, down 0.1% on the day as on 13:19 IST on the NSE. The stock jumped 13.31% in last one year as compared to a 4.75% slide in NIFTY and a 11.87% spurt in the Nifty Energy index.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd up for third straight session
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd is quoting at Rs 400.85, up 1.03% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is down 1.79% in last one year as compared to a 4.99% slide in NIFTY and a 11.47% slide in the Nifty Energy index.
Rs 1.5 lakh crore behind 2025! Can Jio, NSE and other mega IPOs put 2026 on course for another record year?
India's primary market faces a significant fundraising gap to match last year's record. However, upcoming mega IPOs from Reliance Jio (Rs 35,000 crore) and NSE (Rs 25,000 crore), alongside SBI Mutual Fund (Rs 10,000 crore), could inject much-needed demand. Experts believe these established names can revive investor sentiment, but a broad-based revival hinges on sensible valuations and a steady pipeline of quality companies.

Kirloskar Oil Engines shares hit 20% upper circuit. JM Financial sees more upside
Kirloskar Oil Engines shares surged 20% after winning a substantial order from HyperNext for 96 units of its 2,500 kVA power systems, enhancing its position in the data centre market dominated by Cummins. JM Financial and Motilal Oswal raised target prices, citing strong growth potential.

Motilal Oswal prefers Amber and Dixon, stays cautious on Bata
Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Research, Wealth Management, Motilal Oswal Financial Services, remains cautious on Bata despite the appointment of a new CEO, citing market share losses and valuation concerns. He is positive on Amber Enterprises due to its Oppo manufacturing partnership and expects mobile operations to contribute meaningfully from FY28-FY29. He also sees upside in Dixon Technologies driven by the proposed Vivo joint venture. For Reliance Industries, easing inflation, strength in oil-to-chemicals and updates from the AGM remain key factors for investors. Disclaimer: The views and tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own, not of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Mahanagar Gas Ltd up for fifth session
Mahanagar Gas Ltd is quoting at Rs 1210.3, up 0.12% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is down 13.08% in last one year as compared to a 2.73% spurt in NIFTY and a 14.16% spurt in the Nifty Energy.
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd up for five straight sessions
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd is quoting at Rs 146.19, up 0.53% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 5.42% in last one year as compared to a 2.73% fall in NIFTY and a 14.16% fall in the Nifty Energy.
Natural gas prices rebound as inventories tighten, LNG exports rise: Motilal Oswal
Natural gas prices are climbing back up. This recovery is driven by lower stored gas, increased power sector use, and more US liquefied natural gas exports. Future growth is expected as new export facilities come online. Data centers are also becoming a new source of demand. The market is seeing a significant shift.