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Ruchit Jain of Motilal Oswal suggests JSW Energy, Chambal Fertilisers shares to buy for the short term
Nifty 50 and Sensex showed little movement as investors reacted to US-Iran tensions, with Nifty at 23,946.85 and Sensex at 76,081.78. Broader markets outperformed, but investor sentiment remains cautious as geopolitical developments influence trading strategies.
Markets turn volatile as Sensex, Nifty slip amid Iran tensions, FII selling - The Federal
Markets turn volatile as Sensex, Nifty slip amid Iran tensions, FII sellingThe Federal
RBI should start rate hike cycle as inflation risks rise, says Bandhan MF’s Suyash Choudhary
Average inflation forecasts are likely to move higher, and the RBI should begin the rate hike cycle to maintain its credibility as an inflation-focused central bank, according to Suyash Choudhary, CIO-Fixed Income at Bandhan Mutual Fund. However, he believes rate hikes alone may not immediately solve the problem. He said the RBI must avoid mixed messaging to prevent market uncertainty and added that a favourable mix of global factors — including lower oil prices, better foreign inflows, and a weaker dollar — could help improve the situation.

Sensex, Nifty Trade Flat in Early Session; Broader Markets Gain, India VIX Slips 4% - News18
Sensex, Nifty Trade Flat in Early Session; Broader Markets Gain, India VIX Slips 4%News18
Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty below 23,900 as US-Iran tensions simmer
Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday. Sensex and Nifty saw minor declines. Investors are watching US strikes on Iran and their effect on peace deal hopes. Broader markets are performing better. India VIX, a volatility measure, dropped. Top Sensex losers included HDFC Bank and Infosys. Sun Pharma shares led gains. Midcap and smallcap indices saw small gains.

Mutual Funds Are Cutting Exit Loads — What Does It Mean, And Should Investors Care?
Exit load refers to the fee charged when investors redeem mutual fund units before a specified holding period. Traditionally, many equity schemes charged a 1% exit load if investors withdrew within one year.
Markets may have bottomed out; Nifty could head towards 25,800: Rohit Srivastava
Rohit Srivastava, Founder of Indiacharts & Strike Money, believes Indian markets have likely formed a bottom and could gradually move higher over the next few months, with Nifty potentially heading towards 25,800. He remains bullish on Bank Nifty after a technical breakout and sees strength returning to broader markets through improving liquidity. Srivastava remains cautious on IT stocks despite short-term trading opportunities, while Reliance Industries and select private banks continue to show improving trends.Disclaimer: Network18 and TV18, the companies that operate CNBC-TV18, are controlled by Independent Media Trust, of which Reliance Industries is the sole beneficiary.
Market Wrap: Sensex falls 479 points, Nifty below 23,950 as bank stocks falter; small, midcaps shine
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed significantly lower on Tuesday, impacted by a downturn in banking, oil and gas, and pharma stocks. Investor sentiment shifted following U.S. strikes in southern Iran, reigniting Middle East conflict concerns. Broader markets, however, showed resilience, with midcap and smallcap indices posting gains.

Union Bank board approves ₹8,000 crore fund raise via equity and debt
Union Bank’s board approved plans to raise up to ₹8,000 crore through equity and debt instruments, as the lender looks to strengthen capital buffers despite pressure on core income growth.
Nomura Asset, Capital Group, others buy 5.3% stake in Premier Energies for Rs 2,291 cr
Global financial institutions and Indian mutual funds have bought a 5.3 percent stake in Premier Energies. The deal involved promoters selling shares worth over Rs 2,291 crore. This investment comes as Premier Energies secured significant orders for solar cells and modules. The company is expanding its manufacturing capacities for cells and modules.

Department Of Posts Puts Mutual Fund Distribution Initiative On Hold Pending Inter-Ministerial Consultations
The hold covers the full scope of the initiative, including NISM training, examinations, EUIN registration and mutual fund distribution activities.

Direct Plan Of Mutual Funds: What Are Key Benefits And Who Should Opt For It? — Explained
Choosing between the Direct Plan and a Regular Plan of a mutual fund scheme is a personal decision.