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Where to invest now: SBI MF prefers large caps, pharma, PSU banks
Ruchit Mehta, Head of Research at SBI Mutual Fund, prefers CDMO and hospital plays within pharma, citing stronger growth prospects over generics. He sees large caps as attractive on valuations, while midcaps require selectivity amid earnings risks. PSU banks may outperform in the near term due to stronger loan growth, but asset quality risks could emerge over the next 2–3 quarters if global disruptions persist.
Sensex dives 850 pts, Nifty slips below 24,200 amid oil shock and weak global cues
The equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled on Thursday, extending losses for a second straight session. Firm crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions rattled sentiment. Brent crude surged for the fourth consecutive day to around $103 per barrel amid uncertainty over US-Iran talks and fresh concerns around the Strait of Hormuz. Weak Asian cues and persistent foreign fund outflows deepened the sell-off. The Nifty slipped below the 24,200 mark, dragged by auto, PSU banks and consumer durables stocks, while pharma and healthcare shares saw selective buying. Investors stayed cautious, closely tracking the ongoing Q4 earnings season for further triggers.
Market sell-off continues for 2nd day; Nifty ends below 24,200 level
Pharma and media shares advanced while auto, PSU Bank and realty shares declined.

Holding 10 or more mutual funds? You may be over-diversified — here’s the ideal number
While there is no magical number, most wealth advisors and financial planners that Mint talked to recommended that 4-6 funds spread across asset classes and stock categories can take care of the majority of the needs of an investor.
Nippon India Mutual Fund Increases Stake in Syngene International to 7.12% - scanx.trade
Nippon India Mutual Fund Increases Stake in Syngene International to 7.12%scanx.trade
Market Trading Guide: Buy Ramco Systems, Natco Pharma and 2 more stocks on Wednesday for gains up to 14%
Nifty extended gains for a fourth session, confirming a breakout and positive near-term trend above key moving averages. Analysts highlight resistance at 23,200 and volatility risks from Middle East tensions, while recommending four stocks showing bullish patterns, momentum strength, and upside potential in coming weeks.
MF Favourites take a hit: 14 smallcap stocks slide up to 50% in 3 months
Despite rising mutual fund stakes, several smallcap stocks have plunged up to 47% in 2026, highlighting market uncertainty and raising questions on whether these beaten-down picks offer value or further downside.

Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund acquires stake in this recently listed healthcare stock
Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund (KMMF) has raised its stake in the North Indian hospital network Park Medi World Limited to more than 5%. The fund purchased 175,164 shares, bringing its total ownership to 5.0393%, which necessitates a regulatory announcement in accordance with SAST regulations.
8 Nifty200 stocks where promoters reduced pledges in Q3FY26
Several Nifty 200 companies including Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, JSW Steel and Asian Paints reported lower promoter pledges in the December quarter, a signal of improving financial stability and stronger promoter confidence in business prospects.

PE Firm True North Sells 3.6% Stake In Anthem Biosciences For Rs 1,261 Crore
HDFC Mutual Fund (MF) and SBI MF have collectively acquired 93,01,020 shares or 1.65% holding in Anthem Biosciences at an average price of Rs 621.10 apiece.
Market Trading Guide: Apollo Pipes among 3 stock recommendations for Tuesday
Sensex and Nifty plunged nearly 2% as rising crude oil prices, weak global cues and escalating West Asia tensions triggered heavy selling. Foreign fund outflows and a weaker rupee added pressure. Analysts recommend Apollo Pipes, Aurobindo Pharma and Tata Steel for potential short-term gains.

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Nifty ends below 25,200 after sharp sell-off in last 30 minutes led by banks
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The markets are under immense pressure. The Nifty index is down over 150 points, falling below the 25,300 mark. The Nifty Bank is also down, falling 400 points. The index is now below the 61,000 mark. Maruti Suzuki, Airtel, M&M and Cipla are the biggest losers.