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Market Trading Guide: 2 stock ideas for Monday with up to 8% near-term gains
Nifty ended lower on Friday, breaking a two-session winning streak as banking, metal and realty stocks dragged the index below the 23,800 zone. Analysts see a bearish setup with resistance at key EMAs and support near 23,500. Amid volatility, two technical stock picks, Kirloskar Oil and Wheels India, signal short-term upside potential of up to 8% with defined stop losses.
Private banks top pick for FY27; RBI rate hike likely in second half of the year: ICICI Pru Life
Jitendra Arora, Chief Equity & Fund Manager at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, says large private banks are his top sector bet for FY27, with an RBI rate hike likely in H2. He also likes power generation and select EPC stocks. On the broader market, he says domestic flows are acting as a buffer against FII selling, keeping indices range-bound. On metals, he advises holding existing positions but not adding fresh. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Top Gainers & Losers on May 15: HUDCO, Muthoot Finance, Voltas, IOCL, Vedanta, HAL, Aditya Infotech among top losers
On May 15, Indian markets declined, with Nifty down 0.18% and Sensex down 0.25%. Selling in financial and metal stocks offset IT sector gains. The rupee hit a record low of 96.5 against the dollar, influenced by foreign investor withdrawals and rising crude oil prices.
Dalal Street set for negative opening as GIFT Nifty trades lower
Nifty closed at 23,690 on Thursday. IT shares faced pressure from global AI competition. Markets will watch West Asia conflict, energy prices, and foreign fund flows. A move above 23,800 could boost Nifty higher. Failure to hold this level may bring selling pressure. India VIX fell. SAIL and Kaynes are in F&O ban. Foreign investors bought shares.
Unique Picks: 6 stocks held by only one MF scheme in April, falling up to 40% in CY26
An analysis of mutual fund portfolios revealed 29 stocks held exclusively by single schemes, with most underperforming in CY26. However, Satin Creditcare Network, Rossell Techsys, and Amanta Healthcare bucked the trend, delivering strong returns. Brooks Laboratories and EFC (I) were among those experiencing significant declines.
Abakkus trims banking exposure, adds solar and power-linked capital goods stocks
Aman Chowhan, Fund Manager at Abakkus Asset Manager, which manages assets worth nearly $2.06 billion, said the sharp market rebound over the past few weeks has caught many investors by surprise, even as the fund stayed selectively bullish through the correction. The Mumbai-based AMC increased exposure to renewable energy, power-linked capital goods and select metal plays, while trimming some banking exposure. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Stocks to buy or sell: Dharmesh Shah of ICICI Sec suggests buying Power Grid shares on 4 May
Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Nifty 50 increased by 0.4% to 23,998. Broader market indices performed well. A consolidation phase is expected, and investors are advised to buy high-quality stocks. Monitoring geopolitical volatility will be essential as earnings season progresses.
India’s newest mutual fund: Bhautik Ambani wants to bring global quant power to retail investors - The Economic Times
India’s newest mutual fund: Bhautik Ambani wants to bring global quant power to retail investorsThe Economic Times
HDFC Bank, BSE and Tata Motors among top stocks mutual funds bought and sold during March crash
Indian mutual funds aggressively bought equities last month amidst a market correction. They invested heavily in HDFC Bank and BSE, acting as a stabilising force against foreign investor selling. Funds also booked profits in Tata Motors. Banking stocks remain a dominant sector for mutual funds, with HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and SBI featuring prominently.
Stocks to watch: LIC, HAL, GAIL, ICICI Prudential AMC among 10 shares in focus today - Mint
Stocks to watch: LIC, HAL, GAIL, ICICI Prudential AMC among 10 shares in focus todayMint
Trade Setup for April 15: Nifty holds 23,500 support but bulls aim for a retest of 24,000
Wednesday's session will see stocks like ICICI Prudential Life, ICICI Prudential AMC, Just Dial react to their quarterly results, while names like LG Electronics India, Bharat Coking Coal, and Rubicon Research see their respective shareholder lock-ins end.
Stocks to Watch for April 15: Vedanta, ICICI Prudential, LIC, LG Electronics India and more
From ICICI Prudential AMC and Just Dial reacting to their quarterly results to LG Electronics India and Bharat Coking Coal seeing their respective shareholder lock-in ending, these are the important stocks that should be on your radar for Wednesday's trading session.