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Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...

Market at Close | Sensex, Nifty end flat amid bank drag; metals, capital goods rally
The Sensex fell 142 points to close at 75,867, while the Nifty slipped 7 points to 23,907. In contrast, the Midcap Index advanced 260 points to 62,559. The Nifty Bank index declined 239 points to 54,854 as banking stocks remained under pressure.
Monetise idle household gold, ease compliance burden to build Viksit Bharat: Kotak MF's Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mutual Fund suggests India must unlock its vast household gold reserves. He also calls for easing business regulations. These steps are crucial for India's development. He highlighted significant gold imports and the potential of gold financing. Entrepreneurs are driving innovation despite challenges. Support for businesses is vital for global competition.
RBI should start rate hike cycle as inflation risks rise, says Bandhan MF’s Suyash Choudhary
Average inflation forecasts are likely to move higher, and the RBI should begin the rate hike cycle to maintain its credibility as an inflation-focused central bank, according to Suyash Choudhary, CIO-Fixed Income at Bandhan Mutual Fund. However, he believes rate hikes alone may not immediately solve the problem. He said the RBI must avoid mixed messaging to prevent market uncertainty and added that a favourable mix of global factors — including lower oil prices, better foreign inflows, and a weaker dollar — could help improve the situation.
Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty below 23,900 as US-Iran tensions simmer
Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday. Sensex and Nifty saw minor declines. Investors are watching US strikes on Iran and their effect on peace deal hopes. Broader markets are performing better. India VIX, a volatility measure, dropped. Top Sensex losers included HDFC Bank and Infosys. Sun Pharma shares led gains. Midcap and smallcap indices saw small gains.
Nifty Midcap 100 hits all-time high even as Sensex, Nifty slide
Midcap stocks outperformed benchmark indices as domestic investors continued to favour the segment despite geopolitical tensions and sustained foreign investor selling

Mutual Funds Are Cutting Exit Loads — What Does It Mean, And Should Investors Care?
Exit load refers to the fee charged when investors redeem mutual fund units before a specified holding period. Traditionally, many equity schemes charged a 1% exit load if investors withdrew within one year.
Market Wrap: Sensex falls 479 points, Nifty below 23,950 as bank stocks falter; small, midcaps shine
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed significantly lower on Tuesday, impacted by a downturn in banking, oil and gas, and pharma stocks. Investor sentiment shifted following U.S. strikes in southern Iran, reigniting Middle East conflict concerns. Broader markets, however, showed resilience, with midcap and smallcap indices posting gains.
Mirae Asset Sharekhan predicts up to 150% upside in these 3 midcap stocks
Midcaps to buy: Muthuselvaraj, Research Analyst at Mirae Asset Sharekhan expects Adani Total Gas to hit ₹1,850 levels; JSW Energy and Astral to rally over 50% as Nifty MidCap hits new life-time high.

Nifty, Sensex Fall From Day's High To Slip In The Red — Three Reasons Why Market Is Falling Today
The broader market, however, is still in the green with the Nifty Smallcap 250 up around 0.17%, and the Nifty Midcap 150 rising about 0.26%.

Nifty Midcap 100 index hits record high amid gains in Adani Total Gas, Info Edge & Waaree Energies: More upside ahead? - Mint
Nifty Midcap 100 index hits record high amid gains in Adani Total Gas, Info Edge & Waaree Energies: More upside ahead?Mint

Department Of Posts Puts Mutual Fund Distribution Initiative On Hold Pending Inter-Ministerial Consultations
The hold covers the full scope of the initiative, including NISM training, examinations, EUIN registration and mutual fund distribution activities.