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Aditya Birla Fashion doubles down on TMRW, chases scale over profits
TMRW is betting on offline expansion, AI-led operations, and quick commerce to scale profitably, even as skepticism grows around India’s house-of-brands model and ABFRL faces earnings pressure.
How JSW Energies’ Rs 3,150-crore JSW Steel stake sale will help lower debt, Jefferies explains
JSW Energy’s Rs 3,150-crore stake sale in JSW Steel to GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund is expected to strengthen its balance sheet. Jefferies says the move will lower leverage, support capex plans and improve execution visibility, prompting a target price upgrade to Rs 675.

Stocks to buy: Sagar Doshi suggests Varun Beverages, Max Healthcare, Page Industries shares to buy
The Indian stock market saw a marginal rise amid optimism over a potential nuclear deal with Iran. Nifty 50 advanced 0.11%, and the BSE Sensex increased by 0.17%. Despite this, Bank Nifty fell nearly 200 points, while analysts suggested specific stocks to buy.
Retail SIP boom boosts AMC outlook; Nippon, ICICI Pru lead pack: Siddhartha Khemka
India's asset management sector is transforming with systematic investing driving growth and stability, reducing reliance on volatile discretionary capital. SIP inflows have surged, now forming a significant portion of mutual fund assets, indicating a shift towards predictable, annuity-like revenue streams. This structural change positions the industry for sustained, retail-led expansion.
Why 10 stocks suffered massive Rs 17,000 crore mutual fund selloff in April
Mutual funds aggressively booked profits in April, offloading an estimated Rs 17,000 crore from 10 major stocks like HDFC Bank and Wipro. This strategic sell-off occurred amid concerns over earnings risks, geopolitical uncertainty, and stretched valuations, even as many of these stocks saw significant rallies.
Liberty Mutual Insurance raises stake in Indian venture
Liberty Mutual Insurance has boosted its stake in Liberty General Insurance to 74 percent. This move strengthens its position in India's non-life insurance sector. Liberty General Insurance began operations in 2013. The insurer reported a 25 percent increase in gross written premium in FY26. Its market share was 0.84 percent at the end of March 2026.
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.

Kotak’s Sanjeev Prasad warns on weak Nifty earnings quality, sees more fuel price hikes
India's oil companies are bleeding ₹24,000 crore a month. Sanjeev Prasad, MD and Co-Head of Kotak Institutional Equities breaks down what rising crude means for the market.

Vinay Rajani of HDFC Sec suggests Oracle Financial Services, Sun Pharma shares to buy
Indian equity markets experienced a significant selloff on May 18, with Sensex and Nifty 50 dropping over 1%. The BSE Sensex fell over 1,000 points, erasing nearly ₹9 lakh crore in investor wealth amid weak global cues and a bearish trend across sectors.
Bears tighten grip as GIFT Nifty hints at a weak start for D-St
Benchmark indices ended negatively on Friday amidst volatility, with Nifty forming a bearish weekly pattern. Analysts suggest a failure to surpass 23,800-24,000 could lead to testing 23,200-23,000 support. A move above this range might signal a pause in the downtrend, potentially pushing the index towards 24,500-24,600.
Selling at higher levels turns 23,800 into key barrier for Nifty: Analysts
Benchmark Nifty closed lower last week. Analysts anticipate continued range-bound trading for Nifty this week. Trading strategies suggest buying on dips and selling on rallies within the 23,800-23,200 range. Specific stock recommendations include Indus Towers, Samvardhana Motherson International, Aditya Birla Capital, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and Arvind Limited. Investors are advised to consider these opportunities.