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Nifty May futures trade at premium
State Bank of India, Titan Company and HDFC Bank were top traded contracts.
UltraTech stays Avvashya Capital's top pick as Ambuja, Shree shift focus to profitability
Avvashya Capital Fund Manager Mangesh Bhadang believes the Indian cement industry is finally becoming more disciplined after years of aggressive capacity expansion. He said leading players such as Ambuja Cements and Shree Cement are now shifting focus towards profitability as weak pricing and lower returns continue to pressure the sector. Bhadang continues to prefer UltraTech Cement, citing its strong execution, consistent volume growth and industry-leading profitability. 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.
Vedanta demerger: How mutual funds are rebalancing after the five-way split
As Vedanta splits into five separate listed entities, the immediate focus has shifted from business fundamentals to the technical mechanics of fund rebalancing
Retail direct equity bets fall, MF holdings rise to new high
Individual investors reduced direct equity ownership for the third consecutive quarter, while mutual fund holdings reached a record high, driven by surging retail inflows. Foreign ownership hit a 14-year low amid a risk-off sentiment, contrasting with domestic institutional holdings climbing to an all-time peak.
Earnings Boom: 10 stocks with over 100% profit growth in Q4FY26
​Several Nifty 500 companies reported over 100% year-on-year net profit growth in Q4FY26, reflecting strong earnings momentum. Firms like Eternal, India Cements, Kajaria Ceramics, and Chennai Petroleum led gains, showcasing improved profitability across sectors including finance, banking, and manufacturing.​
ICICI Lombard General Insurance shares in focus after Q4 net profit rises 7%. What are Morgan Stanley, HDFC Securities saying?
Shares of ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company are likely to be in focus after reporting stable Q4 FY26 performance, with profit after tax rising 7.3% year-on-year to Rs 547 crore. The company saw improved combined ratio, strong premium growth, and maintained a robust solvency position, while brokerages remained mixed on ratings and target prices.
TCG Asset Management’s Shahzad Madon picks digital infra, defence & renewables as key themes
Shahzad Madon of TCG Asset Management says investors should focus on long-term themes like energy transition, digital infrastructure, defence and manufacturing amid global uncertainty. He believes these sectors will see strong multi-year growth driven by geopolitical changes and rising demand. Madon prefers transmission plays within renewables, and remains comfortable with EMS companies due to steady earnings growth and improving margins. 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.
Eternal to Titan: These four Nifty companies are likely to post over 50% YoY growth in Q4 profit. Do you own any?
Q4 earnings: Nineteen of Nifty 50 stocks are likely to post a profit growth of 10% or more on a YoY basis, with four names, Eternal, Titan, JSW Steel and Tata Steel, slated to record a sharp rise of 50% and above.
Should investors buy TCS, Infosys ahead of Q4 results or AI risk too big to ignore?
Indian IT stocks face pressure ahead of Q4 results, with Nifty IT down nearly 20% this year. Investors weigh a potential buying opportunity against structural concerns like weak global demand and the significant impact of AI. Brokerages remain cautious, expecting subdued growth and mixed margins, with a focus on FY27 guidance.
HDFC Bank shares in focus on Q4 business update. Here’s everything you need to know
HDFC Bank reported steady growth in its March quarter business update, with advances and deposits rising in double digits year-on-year. However, the stock remains under pressure following a recent leadership exit, even as the lender’s core balance sheet metrics indicate stable expansion across credit and deposit segments.
Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, NTPC, Wipro among 10 shares in focus today
Stock market today: On Thursday, the Nifty 50 dropped 775 points, or 3.26%, to close at 23,000, while the BSE Sensex ended at 74,207, also down 3.26% from the previous session
INR settles at new lifetime low as soaring oil prices dampen sentiments
The Indian rupee declined 14 paise to settle at an all-time low of 92.42 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices and sustained outflow of foreign funds amid the West Asia crisis. A positive trend in domestic equity markets also helped the domestic currency at the lower level, even as investors remained watchful of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. Indian stock markets closed significantly higher for the second consecutive session, driven by gains in auto and metal sectors despite volatility. The Sensex jumped 568 points (0.75%) to close at 76,071, while the Nifty 50 added over 172 points (0.74%) to end at 23,581, rebounding after recent sharp losses. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.35 and hit the lowest intra-day level of 92.47 against the greenback. The unit finally ended at a new lifetime low of 92.42.