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11 MF-backed microcap stocks rallied up to 515% in a year; 7 turned multibaggers
Despite the Nifty Microcap 250 index remaining largely flat over the past year, several microcap stocks delivered extraordinary gains. ET Markets identified 11 microcap companies held by over 20 mutual fund schemes as of April 2026, of which seven turned multibaggers, reflecting strong institutional conviction and sharp wealth creation in select pockets of the market.
Nifty Bank rises 650 points as report says RBI unlikely to hike rates to defend rupee; Axis, ICICI, HDFC shares jump up to 2%
Indian bank stocks surged on Friday morning. This followed a report indicating the Reserve Bank of India is not planning interest rate hikes to counter the rupee's decline. The RBI is reportedly focusing on inflation as the primary driver for its monetary policy decisions. Other measures are being considered in coordination with the government.
Sensex jumps 427 pts; auto shares advance for 4th day in row
At 12:28 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex added 427.10 points or 0.57% to 75,614.09. The Nifty 50 index rose 135.90 points or 0.57% to 23,790.60.

ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund raises stake in PI Industries over 7%. Details here
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund increased its stake in PI Industries to 7.16% from 5.12% by acquiring 4.38 lakh shares on May 20, 2026. The fund has now purchased over 30.9 lakh shares since October 2025, showing strong institutional confidence.
Sensex Today Trades Higher | Nifty Above 23,750 | ICICI Bank & HDFC Bank Top Gainers - Equitymaster
Sensex Today Trades Higher | Nifty Above 23,750 | ICICI Bank & HDFC Bank Top GainersEquitymaster
Sensex Today Trades Higher | Nifty Above 23,750 | ICICI Bank & HDFC Bank Top Gainers - Equitymaster
Sensex Today Trades Higher | Nifty Above 23,750 | ICICI Bank & HDFC Bank Top GainersEquitymaster
Sensex Today Trades Higher | Nifty Above 23,750 | ICICI Bank & HDFC Bank Top Gainers - Equitymaster
Sensex Today Trades Higher | Nifty Above 23,750 | ICICI Bank & HDFC Bank Top GainersEquitymaster
Adani turning back the clock: How two group stocks created Rs 1.3 lakh crore wealth in a lopsided Nifty year
Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports have generated over Rs 1.3 lakh crore in investor wealth this year. These two Adani Group stocks have significantly outperformed the Nifty index. This surge is driven by strong operational performance and renewed investor confidence. Adani Ports shows robust cargo growth and expansion. Adani Enterprises benefits from growth in airports and new industries.
Rs 18 lakh crore wiped out: Has the brutal Indian IT stock crash finally bottomed?
India's top IT companies have seen Rs 17.6 lakh crore wiped out in a multi-month bear market. Valuations are at levels not seen since the global financial crisis. Concerns over generative artificial intelligence and weak spending have driven the Nifty IT index down sharply.

Stock Market Today LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty Points To Positive Open For Nifty, Sensex; Brent Crude Resumes Rally, Up Above $104 A Barrel
The GIFT Nifty, an early indicator of Nifty 50's performance, traded at 23,688, compared to Thursday's index close of 23,654.70.
Stocks in news: ITC, LIC, Sun Pharma, Maruti Suzuki, Fino Payments Bank
Benchmark indices experienced a negative close on Thursday, marked by volatile trade and profit booking. Analysts anticipate the Nifty to continue its consolidation between 23,200 and 23,900. Several companies, including ITC, LIC, Sun Pharma, Maruti Suzuki, and Fino Payments Bank, are in focus due to Q4 results and other developments.
ICICI Prudential AMC buys Mumbai’s VIOS Tower office for Rs 525 cr
ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company has bought nine floors in Mumbai's VIOS Tower. The deal is valued at over Rs 525 crore. This acquisition was made through their office yield fund. The acquired space is fully leased to established companies. This move strengthens the fund's presence in income-generating commercial real estate. India's office market continues to attract significant investor interest.