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Auto, banking stocks power market rally; Eicher Motors jumps 5%, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank among top Nifty drivers
The Nifty Auto index emerged as the top sectoral gainer, rising more than 2 percent; while banking indices gained over 1.5 percent each. HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Bajaj Finance were the three largest contributors to Nifty gains, collectively accounting for nearly 70 points.
Taking Stock: Markets snap 3-day rally; Nifty ends below 24,400, Sensex slips 756 pts
Among sectors, IT index shed nearly 4%, Private Bank index fell 0.7%, while Oil & Gas, FMCG, Media, Metal, Realty added 0.5% each.
Live: Banking stocks fuel Nifty above 24,500; Uncertainty persists on US-Iran talks | Closing Bell
Indian markets ended lower, dragged by weakness in IT stocks. The BSE Sensex slipped over 650 points, while the Nifty 50 fell below 24,450. HCL Technologies led the decline, logging its sharpest fall in 11 years after weak guidance, pulling down peers like Infosys and TCS. Despite the headline fall, market breadth remained positive with broader markets outperforming, as smallcaps extended gains for a second straight session. Financials were under pressure, with ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank slipping. On the upside, stocks like Tata Consumer Products, NTPC and Hindustan Unilever emerged as key gainers.
Taking Stock: Markets rebound; Nifty reclaims 24,150, Sensex jumps 600 pts
Among the top gainers on the index were Maruti Suzuki India, Coal India, Tech Mahindra, ITC Limited, and Reliance Industries. On the downside, InterGlobe Aviation, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, NTPC, ICICI Bank and Bajaj Finserv were among the key laggards.
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.
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.
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.
LIVE: Nifty Bulls Return! Oil Crashes 4% | US-Iran Deal to Be Signed Friday in Geneva | Opening Bell
Indian markets are set for a strong gap-up opening as global sentiment improves following reports of a finalized US-Iran deal. Oil prices plunged 4%, US futures surged, and Asian markets rallied, providing a positive backdrop for equities. 📈 Key Market Triggers Today: ✅ GIFT Nifty signals a strong opening ✅ Brent crude falls 4% to $84 per barrel ✅ US-Iran deal expected to be officially signed in Geneva ✅ Strait of Hormuz set to reopen, easing supply concerns ✅ Dow gained 0.7%, Nasdaq rose 0.3% ✅ SpaceX surged 19% on its market debut ✅ Nifty closed above 22,500 and 20-day EMA ✅ Bank Nifty gained for the fourth straight week ✅ FIIs sold ₹1,082 crore, while DIIs bought ₹5,341 crore ✅ Rupee strengthened against the US dollar Watch the full Opening Bell analysis to know the key levels, global cues, and stocks to watch today.
Live: Nifty unfazed by US-Iran tensions, ends week with gains | Closing Bell
Markets trade firm with NIFTY gaining 100 points above 25,550 and Sensex up 300 points, even as India VIX jumps 7%. IT stocks extend losses for the third straight day, while Bank, Metal and FMCG counters see strong buying. Top Gainers: Hindalco Industries, NTPC, Larsen & Toubro Top Losers: Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Bharti Airtel Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Ajit Mishra, SVP Research, Religare Broking and market expert Sunil Subramanian
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.
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.
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.