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Raja Venkatraman, MarketSmith recommend five stocks for 20 March
On March 19, Nifty 50 and Sensex dropped over 3% due to HDFC Bank chairman's resignation and rising crude oil prices. Analysts recommend buying Ipca Laboratories, Great Eastern Shipping, Colgate Palmolive, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, and Power Finance Corporation amid market volatility.
Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: Metro Brands Ujjivan Small Finance Bank among 5 stocks that could give 10-40% return
We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources:
HDFC Bank 'a strong institution with strong fundamentals': FinMin official
HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty has resigned due to ethical concerns. The Finance Ministry and Reserve Bank of India have stated the bank is strong with sound fundamentals. Keki Mistry has been appointed interim chairman. Chakraborty cited personal values and ethics for his decision. The bank's merger with HDFC Ltd created a large financial entity.
Stock Market Crash: Biggest single-day Nifty fall in 21 months wipes out ₹13 lakh crore market cap
10 stocks on the Nifty 50 are now trading at 52-week lows, led by Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finserv, HUL and Cipla.
Stocks in news: Manappuram Finance, Kotak Bank, Nazara Technologies, United Breweries
Indian markets continued their recovery for a third straight session, with Nifty approaching the 23,800-24,000 resistance zone. Key stocks like Manappuram Finance, Kotak Bank, Nazara Technologies, and United Breweries are in focus due to significant corporate developments, including acquisitions, licensing agreements, and environmental clearances.
Manappuram Finance units get RBI nod for indirect change in control by Bain Capital
A new chapter begins for Manappuram Finance as its subsidiaries, Asirvad Micro Finance and Manappuram Home Finance, have received the final nod from the Reserve Bank of India. This crucial approval enables Bain Capital to take indirect command over these companies.
Axis Bank to infuse Rs 1,500 crore into Axis Finance after RBI eases rules
Axis Bank will inject Rs 1,500 crore into its subsidiary, Axis Finance, by March 2027. This capital infusion will be through a rights issue. The bank had previously considered selling a stake in Axis Finance but shelved the plan. This decision follows revised RBI guidelines allowing group entities to operate in similar businesses.
Axis Bank to infuse Rs 1,500 crore into Axis Finance after RBI eases rules
Axis Bank will inject Rs 1,500 crore into its subsidiary, Axis Finance, by March 2027. This capital infusion will be through a rights issue. The bank had previously considered selling a stake in Axis Finance but shelved the plan. This decision follows revised RBI guidelines allowing group entities to operate in similar businesses.
Axis Bank shares rise 2% as lender set to invest Rs 1,500 crore into NBFC arm Axis Finance
Axis Bank shares gained after the lender approved a Rs 1,500 crore capital infusion into its NBFC arm, Axis Finance. The move follows a pause in stake sale plans amid regulatory changes. The investment aims to support growth, while the subsidiary prepares to present a revised strategy and capital requirements.
Trade Setup For March 18: Nifty Faces Resistance At 23,710-23,740
The Bank Nifty index formed a small bullish candle.
KPI Green Energy secures Rs 949 cr sanction from Canara Bank
KPI Green Energy has secured a sanction of Rs 931 crore from Canara Bank in the form of a Fresh Rupee Term Loan and Rs 48 crore in the form of a Bank Guarantee, to finance the development of its 150 MW wind power project in Gujarat.
RBI imposes penalty on Manappuram Finance
Manappuram Finance has been hit with a fine of Rs 2.70 lakh by the Reserve Bank of India due to lapses in regulatory adherence. The penalty stems from the company’s oversight in postponing variable compensation for essential staff. While this fine aims to rectify compliance issues, it will not impact customer interactions.