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Sensex rises 400 points, Nifty above 23,700 as Trump postpones attacks on Iran
Indian stock markets extended their gains for a second day, with Sensex and Nifty opening higher. Cooling bond yields, lower oil prices, and consistent FII buying fueled investor optimism. IT stocks led the rally, while Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices also saw gains.
Stocks in news: JSW Steel, ZEE, Adani Enterprises, Vodafone Idea, Eicher Motors
Indian markets saw a volatile Monday, ending nearly flat due to global weakness and economic worries. Analysts suggest Nifty is consolidating, with resistance at 23,800-24,000 and support near 23,150-23,300. Key companies like JSW Steel, ZEE, and Adani Enterprises are in focus. IOC reported a significant profit surge. Eicher Motors plans a new manufacturing plant.
Block deal: JSW Energy sells Rs 3,150 crore JSW Steel stake to GQG, SBI Mutual Fund
JSW Energy has divested a portion of its JSW Steel stake for Rs 3,150 crore to fund its aggressive power generation expansion. The company aims to reach 30 GW capacity by 2030, bolstered by both renewable and thermal power projects. This strategic move enhances capital allocation and supports long-term growth initiatives.
JSW Steel block deal sees GQG, SBI MF as key buyers
GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund emerged as key buyers in a block deal of JSW Steel on May 18, reflecting in the day’s institutional inflow data. The transaction, valued at around ₹3,150 crore, saw JSW Energy offload 2.5 crore shares at ₹1,260 apiece. GQG acquired 1.5 crore shares, while SBI Mutual Fund picked up 1 crore shares, indicating strong institutional appetite for the steel major.
Sensex ends 77 points higher after recovery from day’s lows; Midcaps underperform
The Sensex rose 77 points to close at 75,315, while the Nifty gained 6 points to settle at 23,650. The Nifty Bank index slipped 173 points to 53,537, while the Midcap index declined 93 points to 60,474.
Top Gainers & Losers on May 18: Gland Pharma, Coforge, PB Fintech, BSE, Voltas, Bharti Airtel among top gainers
Indian stocks marginally gained on May 18, driven by strong tech buying and pharma support, with Nifty 50 up 0.03% at 23,649 and BSE Sensex at 75,263. However, the broader market faced pressure as Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 fell.
Q4 Results This Week: IOC, BPCL, ITC, Lenskart among 150 others report earnings as season winds down
As many as 150 companies, including Ola Electric, Indian Oil Corporation, Lenskart, LG Electronics India, Nykaa, along with Nifty 50 names such as Hindalco, ITC, BEL, among others will be reporting their fourth quarter results this week as the earnings season enters its final stages for this period. Here's a look at the complete list:
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide D-Street action on Monday
Nifty broke below its 23,800–24,500 consolidation range, signalling near-term weakness, with resistance now seen at 23,800–24,000 and key support at 23,150, according to analysts. Market breadth stayed negative as Sensex fell sharply, dragged by RIL, SBI and M&M. Broader indices saw mixed activity across stocks, with selective buying interest but overall sentiment tilted towards bears amid volatility.
Hybrid Mutual Funds Attract Rs 1.55 Lakh Crore In FY26 On Diversified Investment Appeal
According to data from the AMFI, the number of hybrid fund folios rose to 1.9 crore in March 2026 from 1.56 crore a year earlier, adding 34 lakh investor accounts.
Hybrid MFs attract ₹1.55 trn in FY26 on diversified investment appeal
Hybrid mutual fund schemes attracted inflows of Rs 1.55 lakh crore in 2025-26, a 29 per cent increase over the preceding fiscal year, as investors increasingly turned to diversified investment strategies amid volatile market conditions. The category witnessed strong traction despite heightened geopolitical tensions, including the conflict in West Asia, as investors sought balanced investment solutions that could cushion market volatility. "Hybrid funds saw strong traction in FY26 as investors looked for balanced investment solutions during volatile times. Multi asset allocation funds, in particular, gained popularity due to their ability to deliver relatively stable performance across market cycles," Radhika Gupta, MD and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, told PTI. According to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), the number of hybrid fund folios rose to 1.9 crore in March 2026 from 1.56 crore a year earlier, adding 34 lakh investor accounts. Assets under manageme
Rs 3,000 Mutual Fund SIP Vs PPF: Which Can Build Bigger Wealth In 15 Years?
SIP is a method of investing regularly in mutual funds, usually linked to the stock market. PPF, on the other hand, is a government-backed savings scheme.
Sensex falls over 150 points, Nifty 50 ends below 23,650; investors lose more than ₹2 lakh crore in a day - Mint
Sensex falls over 150 points, Nifty 50 ends below 23,650; investors lose more than ₹2 lakh crore in a dayMint