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LIC’s $2 billion contrarian bet: 10 stocks the DII giant bought while the market bled
Life Insurance Corporation of India invested nearly $2 billion in 10 stocks during the March quarter's market fall. LIC bought shares in companies like Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel, TCS, and Infosys even as their prices dropped. This strategic move saw LIC increase its stake in several companies. The insurer also reduced holdings in other stocks, showing a selective approach.
Adani, Arcelor among firms setting up treasury operations in GIFT City, sources say
Major firms like Adani, Bharti Airtel, Genpact, and ZF Friedrichshafen are setting up treasury operations in India's GIFT City. This tax-neutral finance zone offers cheaper funding and lower taxes on remitting dividends. Seventeen corporate treasuries are expected to begin operations in the next three months. This move aims to rival financial hubs like Singapore and Dubai, attracting global capital management.
Mcap of 4 most valued firms surges by ₹2.20 trn, Reliance biggest winner
The combined market valuation of four of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 2.20 lakh crore in a holiday-shortened last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainer. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 249.29 points or 0.32 per cent. "Markets ended the week with marginal gains, reflecting a volatile and range-bound trading environment amid mixed global and domestic cues," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. The week began on a positive note, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and steady progress in Q4 earnings, which lifted initial sentiment, he said. However, gains were gradually capped by rising crude oil prices, weak cues from Asian markets, and persistent foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, Mishra added. While Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Bajaj Finance were the gainers from the pack, HDFC Bank, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, Larsen & Toubro, Hindustan Unilever and
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Sundram Fasteners profit up 30%; ESAF SFB NII grows 20%
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Today is the busiest day in terms of quarterly results this week. The big earnings reaction of the day comes from Bajaj Finance where brokerages have raised their targets and even upgraded the stock, along with Waaree Energies, who also issued its guidance for FY27. The biggest result of the day comes from Hindustan Unilever (HUL), followed by Adani twins on the Nifty (Ports & Enterprises), Bajaj Finserv, ACC, Laurus Labs, Dr. Lal Pathlabs, RailTel, Newgen Software and others. Follow for all the Live updates.
8 out of 10 most India's valuable companies add ₹4.13 lakh crore mcap amid US-Iran ceasefire; HDFC, ICICI Bank top list
From the top-10 pack, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and Hindustan Unilever were the winners, while Reliance Industries and Infosys faced erosion from their valuation.
Mcap of 8 top valued firms jumps ₹4.13 trn; HDFC, ICICI Bank top gainers
The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 4,13,003.23 crore last week, with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank emerging as the biggest gainers, in tandem with an optimistic trend in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 4,230.7 points or 5.77 per cent, and the NSE Nifty surged 1,337.5 points or 5.88 per cent. "Sentiment remained buoyant amid optimism surrounding a temporary USIran ceasefire, although lingering geopolitical uncertainties capped the pace of gains as the week progressed," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. A sharp decline in crude oil prices below the USD 100 mark eased domestic concerns and triggered a strong rebound across markets, he added. From the top-10 pack, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and Hindustan Unilever were the winners, while Reliance Industries and Infosys faced erosion from their ...
Breakout stocks to buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends five shares to buy today — 13 March 2026
Breakout stocks to buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends five shares to buy today — HFCL, Cummins India, Ajanta Pharma, Power Finance Corporation, and Kirloskar Oil Engines.
Top 10 stocks that bucked the trend in a weak market session
In a weak session, Tejas Networks jumped over 19% intraday, topping the charts, with ideaForge and Solar Industries close behind, as MCX, Muthoot Finance and others bucked the broader sell-off.
Taking Stock: Bull run on D-Street; Sensex jumps 1,074 pts, Nifty reclaims 24,000
Nearly 150 stocks touched their 52-week high on the BSE, including HFCL, Torrent Pharma, JB Chemicals, Angel One, Vodafone Idea, Polycab, Navin Fluorine, Manappuram Finance, Anand Rathi, KEI Industries, GE Vernova TD, Apollo Hospitals, Gland Pharma, Varun Beverages, Bajaj Auto, Timken, Hindalco Industries, among others.
Stocks to Watch Today: Maruti Suzuki, Aster DM Health, IndiaMART, RailTel Corporation, ACC, Eveready Industries, Avenue Supermarts in focus on 4 May
Stocks to Watch, 04 Apr: Stocks like Adani Enterprises, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Avenue Supermarts, ACC, Sundram Fasteners, ESAF Small Finance Bank, Capri Global Capital, Eveready Industries India, RailTel Corporation of India, IndiaMART InterMESH, Sona BLW Precision Forgings, and Aster DM Healthcare will release their quarterly earnings on April 4.
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade Manappuram Finance, Polycab India, Titan Company, Union Bank, Indus Towers, and others on April 9?
The market may consolidate with range-bound trading in the upcoming session, especially after the sharp rally. Below are some short-term trading ideas to consider.
Six of India's top-10 firms add Rs 1 lakh crore in mcap; Airtel, Bajaj Finance shine
Reliance Industries remained the country's most valued firm, followed by HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, SBI, TCS, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, LIC and Hindustan Unilever.