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Unique Picks: 10 stocks held by only one MF scheme in February; 4 jumped up to 140%
ETMarkets identified 24 stocks held exclusively by single mutual fund schemes, most declining sharply in FY26, while a few delivered strong gains, highlighting concentrated ownership risks and divergent performance trends.
Vinit Sambre positive on insurance, private banks; favors IT firms on skilling and capital disciplin
Vinit Sambre, Head of Equities, DSP Mutual Fund, which manages funds worth $24.30 billion for the period of October-December 2025, said recent market volatility has brought valuations to more reasonable levels, with macro indicators like credit growth and auto sales still improving. He expects growth to recover after near-term disruptions and sees opportunities emerging in IT and BFSI. While uncertainty remains due to global risks, he suggests gradual equity allocation, maintaining a balanced approach with diversified funds and selective deployment as clarity improves.
SBI MF buys 4% in Urban Company via bulk deals; Wellington, others pare stake
SBI Mutual Fund acquired a 4% stake in Urban Company for ₹632 crore through bulk deals, while existing investors including Wellington and DF International Partners pared holdings in the company.
INR settles at new lifetime low as soaring oil prices dampen sentiments
The Indian rupee declined 14 paise to settle at an all-time low of 92.42 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices and sustained outflow of foreign funds amid the West Asia crisis. A positive trend in domestic equity markets also helped the domestic currency at the lower level, even as investors remained watchful of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. Indian stock markets closed significantly higher for the second consecutive session, driven by gains in auto and metal sectors despite volatility. The Sensex jumped 568 points (0.75%) to close at 76,071, while the Nifty 50 added over 172 points (0.74%) to end at 23,581, rebounding after recent sharp losses. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.35 and hit the lowest intra-day level of 92.47 against the greenback. The unit finally ended at a new lifetime low of 92.42.
Sebi proposes easing nomination norms for demat accounts, MF folios
Markets regulator Sebi proposes making nomination default for demat and mutual fund accounts, simplifying compliance norms and streamlining nominee requirements for investors
10+ MFs added these 8 stocks in February; 3 turned multibaggers, soar up to 140% in FY26
Over 10 mutual funds increased exposure to stocks like Multi Commodity Exchange of India, GE Vernova T&D India and National Aluminium Company in February, with three turning multibaggers and delivering up to 140% returns in FY26.
Vodafone Idea, MRPL, YES Bank, Eternal— These are among the top most traded stocks on the NSE today
Vodafone Idea, Tata Silver Exchange Traded Fund, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals (MRPL), YES Bank, Eternal, ITI, Dharan Infra-EPC, and Adani Power were among the most traded stocks, or most active stocks in terms of volume, on the NSE.
Bulls in Action! Sensex jumps 600 points, Nifty settles near 23,600: 5 factors behind today's D-St rally
Indian stock markets, including the Sensex and Nifty, initially surged on hopes of the Strait of Hormuz reopening. However, gains were largely erased by mid-morning, with IT stocks experiencing significant declines. While some sectors like Pharma and Auto saw modest gains, the overall market traded near flat.
Sebi eases settlement guarantee norms for commodity derivatives clearing corporations
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has revised Core Settlement Guarantee Fund norms for commodity clearing corporations, requiring stress scenarios of three member defaults. The regulator also allowed mutual funds to undertake intraday borrowing to manage temporary liquidity mismatches.
MFs pump funds into private lenders in Feb; pare exposure to SBI
HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank attract strong inflows from mutual funds in February, while fund houses trim exposure to SBI and other large-cap stocks
INR hits fresh lifetime low of 92.47 during intraday moves
The Indian rupee ended the day almost flat on Monday to settle at 92.28 per dollar. The currency hit a fresh record low of 92.47 during intraday moves amid surging crude oil prices and incessant withdrawal of foreign funds triggered by geopolitical uncertainties. The local currency, however, resisted a sharp fall backed by a significant recovery in domestic equity markets amid hopes of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Indian benchmark indices rebounded strongly, closing higher after a three-day slump. The BSE Sensex jumped by 938.93 points (1.26%) to settle at 75,502.85, while the NSE Nifty 50 gained 257.70 points (1.11%) to close at 23,408.80. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.44 and touched its lowest-ever intra-day level of 92.47 against the greenback during the session.
Sebi outlines measures to boost investment advisory ecosystem: Pandey
Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey says the regulator will review overlaps between mutual fund distributors and investment advisers and introduce a common advertisement code for intermediaries