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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Domestic equity benchmarks ended marginally higher after four sessions of losses, supported by gains in metal, energy and consumer stocks. Analysts cautioned that bearish technical indicators and resistance near key levels could keep markets volatile, while broader sentiment remained tilted toward selective selling pressure.
Market Trading Guide: Buy SAIL, Hindustan Copper on Thursday for gains up to 9%
Nifty snapped its four-session losing streak with modest gains led by metals, energy and consumer stocks, though bearish momentum persisted technically. Analysts identified SAIL and Hindustan Copper as promising buy opportunities, citing breakout patterns, improving momentum indicators and favourable price structures for near-term upside potential.
Benchmarks snap 4-day losing streak; Nifty settles above 23,400
Domestic equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty snapped a four-session losing streak to close higher on Wednesday, aided by value buying in beaten-down stocks. Market recovered from early volatility and profit booking to rebound sharply from intraday lows, with the Nifty settling above the 23,400 mark. Gains were led by metal, consumer durable and energy shares, while IT and auto stocks remained under pressure. However, overall sentiment stayed cautious amid elevated crude oil prices, persistent foreign institutional investor outflows, rupee weakness and lingering global inflation concerns. The Indian rupee also touched a fresh intraday record low of 95.80 against the US dollar.
Five Stocks To Buy Or Sell: TCS, IDFC First Bank, BHEL, Tata Consumer, And More
Top picks include bullish setups in BHEL, Tata Consumer, and Suprajit Engineering, alongside tactical short positions in TCS and IDFC First Bank.
US inflation hits 3.8% as Iran conflict sends fuel, living costs soaring
US inflation hits 3.8 percent in April, driven by energy and food as Iran conflict disrupts oil routes, consumer confidence falls, and Fed faces pressure over interest rate cuts
Gold, housing plays take a hit as Modi's austerity pitch rattles consumer-facing stocks
Jewellery and real estate stocks experienced a sharp decline after Prime Minister Modi urged financial restraint, advising citizens to postpone gold purchases and reduce discretionary travel. The comments, aimed at curbing fuel consumption amid geopolitical uncertainty and high energy costs, triggered an immediate market reaction in sectors tied to household spending.
Market Trading Guide: Buy Tata Consumer and Welspun Corp on Tuesday for gains up to 14%
Nifty extended losses for a third straight session amid heavy selling in banking, auto and energy stocks. Analysts warned of a bearish trend after technical breakdowns below key moving averages, while recommending Tata Consumer and Welspun Corp as bullish positional trading opportunities
These major companies are rewarding shareholders with hefty dividends this year
MRF Limited, Britannia Industries, Larsen & Toubro, State Bank of India and Tata Consumer Products announce final dividends for FY26, with SBI payout on June 4, 2026
Premiumisation to help sustain strong volume, revenue growth: Marico MD
Marico MD and CEO Saugata Gupta stated that large consumer goods companies are better positioned than smaller rivals to handle current market volatility. He anticipates supply shocks and inflation cycles will widen this gap, even as demand remains steady.
Q4 Results This Week: L&T, BHEL among 120-plus companies set to report numbers
From Nifty 50 names like Larsen & Toubro, Mahindra & Mahindra, Titan, Bajaj Auto, Tata Consumer, to important broader market names like BHEL, Manappuram Finance, Lupin, Petronet LNG, Urban Company, Paytm and others, these companies will be reporting their March quarter results over the course of this upcoming week.
IT growth under pressure as AI risks rise; pharma, power see support: Nikunj Doshi
Nikunj Doshi, Managing Partner & CIO-PMS at Bay Capital Investments Advisors, says IT services face growth challenges amid AI disruption and remains cautious on the sector. He prefers a bottom-up approach in pharma, citing benefits from rupee depreciation and easing US tariff risks. Doshi is also positive on power and ancillaries, driven by global investments, while staying selective on new-age tech stocks due to expensive valuations and potential post-lock-in selling.
Retail sales in India up 10% year-on-year in March: RAI survey
Indian retail sales saw a 10% rise in March 2026. This marks a steady end to FY2026. Food, apparel, QSR, and jewellery performed strongly. Consumer durables faced challenges as people delayed large purchases. Rising costs for energy, logistics, and rent are affecting retailer profits. Consumers are shopping with more purpose.