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Bank Nifty rises over 1% as govt announces credit line guarantee scheme for MSMEs; PSU banks outperform
The announcement is seen as supportive for lenders as the move will encourage banks to increase lending while limiting potential losses.
Stellar Wealth Partners India Fund acquires 0.87% stake in Sakar Healthcare, Zerodha Broking buys Rs 93 crore worth of Nazara Tech shares
Shares of Sakar Healthcare Limited may have reacted positively to the bulk deal, soaring 16.16 percent to end at a record closing high of Rs 696.7 amid strong volumes on the National Stock Exchange. Strong buying interest was also seen in Nazara Technologies Limited as its shares surged 12.76 percent to Rs 299.95.
Stocks to Watch Today: Emcure, Aurobindo Pharma, HFCL, RBL Bank, Coal India, Tata Steel, ITC Hotels, Power Grid, Godfrey Phillips in focus on 18 May
RBL Bank has announced the completion of the regulatory and governmental approval process for the proposed strategic investment by Emirates NBD Bank.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Live: Sensex jumps 880 pts, Nifty above 24,250; all sectors rally
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Maruti Suzuki, Adani Ports, Bajaj Auto, HUL, Tata Consumer were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Kotak Mahindra Bank, Dr Reddy's Labs, ONGC, Eternal and Adani Enterprises. All the sectoral indices are trading in the green with auto, FMCG, realty, power, telecom up 1% each. Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices up 0.7% each.
Bank Nifty falls over 2%, Axis Bank stock among top Nifty losers; all 14 constituents end in red
While Bank Nifty fell more than 2 percent today, the weakness in financial stocks dragged benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty lower. Analysts said the banking index is witnessing some consolidation after Tuesday’s rebound.
Taking Stock: Nifty hits 11-month low, ends below 23,900; Sensex declines 1,342 pts
On the sectoral front, auto, FMCG, PSU Bank, Consumer Durables, Private Bank, Capital Goods, IT, realty shed between 1-3%, while oil & gas, pharma indices ended with marginal gains.
US Steps In to Escort Ships in Hormuz | Oil Near $108 | Kotak Bank Steady | Opening Bell
Markets kick off the week with global tensions in focus as US President Donald Trump announces “Project Freedom” to escort stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran calls the US response to its 14-point proposal unacceptable, keeping geopolitical risks elevated and pushing Brent crude near $108. US markets ended higher on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and NASDAQ Composite gaining up to 1.6%, supported by strong earnings from Exxon Mobil, Chevron, and Estée Lauder. Economic data remains mixed, with steady manufacturing activity and a rise in consumption. Back home, Kotak Mahindra Bank reports a stable quarter, while GIFT Nifty suggests a positive start for Indian markets. Investors also keep a close watch on state election results for further cues.
Taking Stock: Nifty manages to close above 23,900 amid volatility; power, metal, media shine
Hindalco Industries, Power Grid Corp, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle, Eternal, NTPC were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were ONGC, ITC, HDFC Life, HDFC Bank, Wipro.
Kotak Mahindra Bank stock falls 2.6%, top Nifty loser; analysts hail Q4 results margin gains, but flag RoE lag
Kotak Mahindra Bank’s asset quality improved during the quarter, with gross non-performing assets easing sequentially, while provisions declined sharply, supporting earnings.
Closing Bell: Nifty above 23,100, Sensex gain 509 pts; IT, metal, realty shine
Biggest Nifty gainers were Wipro, Hindalco Industries, HCL Technologies, TCS, Infosys, while losers included Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Adani Enterprises, Interglobe Aviatoion, Apollo Hospitals, Adani Ports. Except Consumer Durables and PSU Bank, all other sectoral indices ended in the green with Information Technology rose 2.5%, Metal index gained 1.5%, Realty index up 1.7% and Media index jumped 1%. The Nifty midcap index was up 0.3 percent, while smallcap index ended flat.
Citadel Capital Fund sells 1.82% stake in CKK Retail Mart
CKK Retail Mart shares may have reacted to the stake sale by Citadel Capital Fund, falling 3.81 percent to Rs 125 on the National Stock Exchange of India.
Chartist Talks: Milan Vaishnav expects Nifty to defend 23,700 support next week, believes this stock looks overbought after 47% rally in April
Milan Vaishnav sees enough evidence that the Relative Strength of Nifty Bank is weak against the Nifty; this Index may relatively underperform the Nifty on week-on-week basis for some time.