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Stocks to buy or sell: Dharmesh Shah of ICICI Sec suggests buying Power Grid shares on 4 May
Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Nifty 50 increased by 0.4% to 23,998. Broader market indices performed well. A consolidation phase is expected, and investors are advised to buy high-quality stocks. Monitoring geopolitical volatility will be essential as earnings season progresses.
In a sea of red, how a smallcap defence company delivered multibagger returns this year
Despite a challenging market, MTAR Technologies has delivered multibagger returns, surging nearly 100% in just over four months. The smallcap defence company's rally is driven by its critical role in the global clean energy and AI infrastructure supply chain, particularly its partnership with Bloom Energy. Analysts anticipate significant order inflows from this collaboration, though valuation concerns are emerging.
Vijay Kedia effect: This smallcap solar stock rallies 21% in two days. Do you own?
Websol Energy System shares surged 21% in two sessions after investor Vijay Kedia emerged as a key shareholder. The rally was driven by improved sentiment and strong price momentum. The company also announced a board meeting to consider Q4 results and a potential dividend, its first in nearly 17 years.
Mid & smallcaps offer better safety than largecaps; IT sector remains a big no: INVasset PMS
Anirudh Garg Partner & Head-Research at INVasset PMS says mid- and smallcap stocks remain relatively safer as they see lower FII selling compared to largecaps. He highlights a structural shift in India towards equity investing, supporting capital market plays. While valuations are now reasonable, growth remains the key driver. Garg is strongly bearish on IT due to slowing demand and AI disruption, while preferring capital markets, corporate-focused banks, power equipment and metals. 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.
Vijay Kedia buys 44 lakh shares of this smallcap company in March, stock rallies 9% today. Do you own?
Websol Energy Systems shares surged after investor Vijay Kedia emerged in its latest shareholding data with over 1% stake. The development boosted sentiment, driving strong short-term gains. The company also plans to consider a dividend, while long-term stock performance remains volatile despite significant multiyear returns in recent years.
PNB Housing Finance share surge 11% after margins expand, asset quality improves in strong Q4
Affordable and emerging markets remained key growth drivers and together they contributed a meaningful share of both the retail portfolio and retail disbursements. This is the best single-day gain for shares of PNB Housing Finance in two years.
Stocks to buy: Nagaraj Shetti recommends Syrma, Transformers and Rectifiers shares to buy
According to Nagaraj Shetti, Nifty 50 could reach towards the next hurdle of 24,800 levels in the near term. Immediate support is placed at 24,100 levels. Today, The Nifty 50 rose 0.13% to 24,263.85, while the Sensex gained 0.15% to 78,228.08 as of 11:41 IST.
Market Trading Guide: Buy Power Grid and Kirloskar Oil Engines on Thursday for gains up to 7%
The Nifty 50 ended higher as US–Iran talks optimism lifted sentiment, with IT, auto, banks and FMCG driving gains. Technical strength above key EMAs and improving RSI signal bullish momentum, though resistance near 24,300 may cap near-term upside.
Adani Power among 8 large-cap stocks that hit 52-week highs & rallied up to 25% in a month
The BSE Sensex jumped 1,263 points to 78,111, with eight BSE 100 Large Cap TMC Index stocks hitting 52 week highs, signaling bullish momentum as companies across power, metals, and industrial sectors delivered strong monthly gains and investor confidence.
Mukul Agrawal buys 25 lakh shares in soaring smallcap bank as other lenders falter
Ace investor Mukul Mahavir Agrawal increased his stake in Jammu & Kashmir Bank during the January–March quarter, adding around 25 lakh shares. The lender has seen strong stock gains this year alongside steady operational improvement, supported by rising profitability, improving asset quality and sustained growth in advances and deposits.
Madhusudan Kela picks beaten-down smallcap bets; buys Indiabulls, Simplex Infra in Q4
Ace investor Madhusudan Kela has bought stakes in Indiabulls Limited and Simplex Infrastructures Limited. These companies have seen recent underperformance. Kela's move signals a contrarian investment strategy. His portfolio includes other companies like Kopran and Bombay Dyeing. This selective accumulation in beaten-down stocks is a key highlight.
Defence stocks set for mixed Q4; Nuvama bets on BEL, Solar Industries, and a smallcap pick
Defence sector companies anticipate mixed Q4FY26 results despite strong order books. Nuvama Institutional Equities highlights BEL, Data Patterns, and Solar Industries as top picks. While order inflows remain robust, growth momentum is expected to moderate. Defence stocks have seen a strong rebound in April, with further action anticipated following earnings announcements and geopolitical developments.