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VolumeShocker:MFsadded1crore+sharesto9stocksinApril'26; sharesrallyupto55%
ETMarkets’ mutual fund analysis highlights 43 stocks with strong share additions in April 2026 versus March 2026, with nine names emerging after a performance filter. Eternal and Vodafone Idea led inflows, while select stocks showed sharp gains driven by sustained institutional buying and strong price momentum.
Volume Shocker: MFs added 1 crore+ shares to 9 stocks in April '26; shares rally up to 55%
ETMarkets’ mutual fund analysis highlights 43 stocks with strong share additions in April 2026 versus March 2026, with nine names emerging after a performance filter. Eternal and Vodafone Idea led inflows, while select stocks showed sharp gains driven by sustained institutional buying and strong price momentum.
Retail SIP boom boosts AMC outlook; Nippon, ICICI Pru lead pack: Siddhartha Khemka
India's asset management sector is transforming with systematic investing driving growth and stability, reducing reliance on volatile discretionary capital. SIP inflows have surged, now forming a significant portion of mutual fund assets, indicating a shift towards predictable, annuity-like revenue streams. This structural change positions the industry for sustained, retail-led expansion.
JSW Steel and Radico Khaitan top Motilal Oswal's buy list after strong earnings
Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Research, Wealth Management at Motilal Oswal Financial Services, recommends Radico Khaitan (target ₹4,000) and JSW Steel (target ₹1,520) on strong earnings. He backs Adani Ports and Adani Power on volume growth and power demand. On OMCs, he sees limited downside post the ₹3 hike with HPCL as an interesting pick, while gold jewellery stocks may stay under near-term pressure.
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.
Tata Motors shares decline over 3% after Q4 results. What are Motilal Oswal and Nuvama saying?
Tata Motors (Commercial Vehicles) reported strong quarterly earnings with a sharp rise in net profit and revenue, but its stock fell by over 3% amid cautious sentiment on the commercial vehicle sector outlook. Brokerages remain split, with neutral to bullish views on future growth driven by exports and industry recovery.

KPIT Tech to Eternal - Jay Thakkar suggests 3 stocks to buy or sell for short-term in F&O segment
The Indian stock market is set for a muted start, with GIFT Nifty trading at 23,431. The Sensex and Nifty 50 have declined for four consecutive sessions, driven by rising crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows, indicating a negative short-term trend.
UPL dips 4% on Q4 results; Motilal Oswal sees 10% downside on tax headwinds
UPL ended the FY26 on a strong note, driven by broad-based growth across geographies and business platforms, despite continued pricing pressure in the global crop protection industry

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty trades 200 points lower; Indian Hotels in focus
The Nifty failed to cross 24,000 intraday and that will be the first level to watch on the upside. For the Nifty Bank, 54,000 - 55,000 is the range for the index. Among things to watch will be any follow-up selling pressure in jewellery and tourism stocks, along with result reactions from names like Syrma SGS, Anant Raj and of course, a potential block deal in Groww.
Equity MFs inflow dips 5% in April; SIP contributions fall to ₹31,115 cr
Equity-oriented mutual fund schemes garnered a net inflow of Rs 38,440 crore in April, marking a 5 per cent decline from the preceding month, amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, fluctuating crude oil prices, and concerns about global growth. Moreover, monthly contributions through SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) declined to Rs 31,115 crore last month from Rs 32,087 crore in March,according to data released by industry body Amfi on Monday. Overall, the industry recorded a net infusion of Rs 3.22 lakh crore in April after witnessing an outflow of Rs 2.4 lakh crore in March. This was contributed by a huge inflow of Rs 2.5 lakh crore in the debt funds. The inflow has lifted the industry's assets under management by 11 per cent to Rs 81.92 lakh crore at the end of April, up from Rs 73.73 lakh crore at the end of March. This was driven by strong positive flows across segments and market to market gains witnessed during the month, said Venkat Chalasani, Chief Executive at ...
Sensex to hit 3 lakh by 2036? Raamdeo Agrawal says India is the 'Ferrari' among markets, here's why
Motilal Oswal Financial Services Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal said India remains one of the world’s best markets for long-term wealth creation despite global uncertainties and AI-led shifts. Speaking at the Groww India Investor Festival 2026, he highlighted India’s strong compounding story, rising financialisation and potential for generating multibagger stocks.

Motilal Oswal’s Gautam Duggad on market outlook, sectoral bets, stock picks amid global volatility - Fortune India
Motilal Oswal’s Gautam Duggad on market outlook, sectoral bets, stock picks amid global volatilityFortune India