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Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: Metro Brands Ujjivan Small Finance Bank among 5 stocks that could give 10-40% return
We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources:
Manappuram Finance shares in focus as RBI clears Bain Capital deal
Manappuram Finance and Bain Capital are aiming to complete the capital infusion before March 31, 2026.
Stocks in news: Manappuram Finance, Kotak Bank, Nazara Technologies, United Breweries
Indian markets continued their recovery for a third straight session, with Nifty approaching the 23,800-24,000 resistance zone. Key stocks like Manappuram Finance, Kotak Bank, Nazara Technologies, and United Breweries are in focus due to significant corporate developments, including acquisitions, licensing agreements, and environmental clearances.
Emami among 7 small-cap stocks hit 52-week lows; slip up to 25% in a month
Amid a sharp 1,342-point Sensex drop to 76,863, seven BSE 250 Smallcap stocks, including Sapphire Foods, JK Lakshmi Cement, Relaxo, Aegis Logistics, Five-Star Finance, Emami and Jyothy Labs, hit 52-week lows, signaling weakness.
Stocks in news: Kwality Walls, AU Small Finance Bank, YES Bank, PB Fintech, Tata Power
Indian markets faced pressure on Friday, losing some recent gains due to cautious global sentiment and profit-taking. Several companies like PB Fintech, Kwality Walls, Cipla, AU Small Finance Bank, YES Bank, and Tata Power are in focus. Block deals occurred in PB Fintech. Kwality Walls reported Q3FY26 revenue. Cipla is recalling medication in the US.
Dipan Mehta on where to invest as metal rally cools
Elixir Equities Director Dipan Mehta said the recent fall in ferrous and non-ferrous stocks reflects broader market weakness after a sharp rally in metal prices, with many positives already priced in. He expects these stocks to deliver market-level returns rather than outperform. Mehta advised investors to focus on large, high-quality companies during the correction, citing Larsen & Toubro, InterGlobe Aviation and Bajaj Finance as examples, while also noting opportunities emerging in select mid-cap sectors.
Muthoot Finance shares buck the trend after Morgan Stanley upgrades, gold prices rise
Of the 25 analysts who have coverage on Muthoot Finance, 14 have a "buy" rating, six have a "hold" rating and five have a "sell" rating.
Centre sets up high-level panel to steer merger of Power Finance Corporation, REC
A high-level committee and a working group have been established to oversee and study the merger of Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC. This move aims to enhance scale and efficiency in public sector NBFCs, with the new entity remaining government-owned. The working group will focus on integration aspects, while the committee monitors progress for a smooth transition.
Taking Stock: Markets continue to see sell-off amid crude surge; rupee at record low
More than 850 stocks touched their 52-week low, including Swan Corp, Interglobe Aviation, GNFC, PNB Housing Finance, Birla Corp, BLS International, Sterling Wilson, RHI Magnesita, Just Dial, Asian Paints, Nuvoco Vistas, REC, Berger Paints, JK Lakshmi Cement, Rashtriya Chemicals, GAIL, Inox Wind, among others.
Which housing finance stock is worth a bet?
Aadhar Housing Finance is a long-term play on structural tailwinds, with a growing focus on emerging opportunities
Stocks to Watch Today: Lupin, Angel One, Zydus Life, Shaily Engineering, KSB, Sanofi India, KP Energy, Rail Vikas Nigam in focus on 26 February
Stocks to Watch, 26 Feb: Stocks like Sanofi India, KSB, Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India, Foseco India, Railway Finance Corporation,Shaily Engineering Plastics, Lupin, KFin Technologies, Emmvee Photovoltaic Power March will be in focsu on Februay 26.
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade LIC Housing Finance, Crompton Greaves, Belrise Industries, Samvardhana Motherson, Bank of Maharashtra, and others on May 7?
Follow-up buying is necessary for a further upmove in the market toward long-term moving averages. Below are some short-term trading ideas to consider.