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ABB India gains 4% on ₹620 cr investment plan; stock up 19% so far in CY26
ABB India share: Capacity expansion and new R&D labs should enhance technological capabilities, support export opportunities, and improve long-term growth visibility, says ICICI Securities.
The New Age of Financial Accountability: Why Young India Is Demanding a Transparent Investing Ecosystem
Young Indian investors are reshaping the country’s financial ecosystem by demanding greater transparency, credible research, and accountable financial advice. Digital learning platforms, stronger regulatory oversight from RBI and SEBI, and rising financial awareness are fostering a more mature investment culture focused on informed decisions, long-term wealth creation, and responsible financial influence.
Stocks to buy or sell: Dharmesh Shah of ICICI Sec suggests buying Astra Microwave Products shares on March 9
Escalating crude oil prices are set to impact India's economy and stock market, leading to inflation worries and a weaker rupee. The Nifty 50 is expected to decline as geopolitical tensions rise, with a notable shift towards safer investments observed in the market.
IT stocks may bounce back; pharma growth outlook strong: Elara Securities
Bino Pathiparampil, Head of Research at Elara Securities, says HUL’s recovery depends on the execution of its strategy to tap new-age consumption trends as traditional FMCG growth remains muted. He sees near-term rebound potential in IT stocks after sharp corrections, though AI-led growth may take time to emerge. He adds semaglutide could create a $1 billion opportunity in India’s pharma market over the next four years.
MRF inks MoU with Tamil Nadu government to invest ₹5,300 crore to set up a new greenfield manufacturing unit
The proposed plant, is to be located at SIPCOT Industrial Park in Sivaganga district, will manufacture automotive tyres and allied products, MRF said.
Silver ETFs tumble up to 9%; gold funds slide as global correction hits domestic trade
Gold and silver ETFs dropped sharply on March 4, with ICICI Prudential Silver ETF falling 7.3% and Tata Silver ETF over 7%. Gold ETFs also declined, with ICICI Prudential Gold ETF down nearly 4%.
Vinay Rajani of HDFC Sec suggests HDFC Gold ETF, Oil India shares to buy in the near-term
The Indian stock market fell significantly on March 2, with the Sensex down 2,743 points and the Nifty 50 plummeting over 500 points due to geopolitical tensions and foreign capital withdrawals, resulting in a loss of ₹8 lakh crore in market capitalization.
Gold, silver ETFs climb up to 7%: What’s behind the surge
Tata Silver ETF surged over 7% as ICICI Prudential Silver ETF, SBI Silver ETF, and Nippon India Silver ETF rose 6% amid West Asia tensions and US-Israel strikes on Iran.
Watch | Sanjay Parekh on where he sees value in banks, IT, cement and telecom stocks
Sohum Asset Managers’ Founder & CIO, Sanjay Parekh, says markets look sluggish despite improving macro conditions, with Q3 Nifty earnings near 8–9%. He sees recovery in CVs (Ashok Leyland), credit growth at ICICI Bank and gradual picka a up in cement and steel. Portfolio stays domestic-focused: overweight telecom, NBFCs, industrials, cement, utilities, ports and logistics; underweight oil & gas and banks, zero FMCG. Watching IT names like Infosys and TCS, mid-cap tech (Persistent, Coforge, Mastek), defence HAL, quick commerce Zomato and Swiggy, and capital goods L&T, JSW Energy.
Anthropic hack puts IT stock pack on slide row in February; Nifty IT's 19% fall worst since 2008 crisis
The Nifty IT index plunged 19.5% in February, its steepest monthly drop since 2008, as AI disruption fears and new tools from Anthropic triggered heavy selling. Tech stocks erased Rs 5.7 lakh crore in market value, with Coforge and LTIMindtree among the worst hit.
What’s driving strong flows into gold and silver ETFs despite volatility, explains ICICI Pru AMC's Haria
Chintan Haria of ICICI Prudential highlights strong gold and silver ETF flows amid price surges, global risks, central bank demand, and product design easing investor access and volatility management.
Frightful February for IT stocks: How Anthropic’s 6 AI tools sparked a multi-billion dollar meltdown in 4 weeks
Indian IT stocks have seen a sharp downturn in February, with the Nifty IT index dropping 21%. This decline was triggered by new AI launches and capabilities from startup Anthropic, raising investor concerns about potential disruptions to the sector. Major IT firms experienced significant single-day losses following these developments.