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Sensex Today Tanks 1,770 Points | Nifty Below 23,250 | HDFC Bank Down 8% - Equitymaster
Sensex Today Tanks 1,770 Points | Nifty Below 23,250 | HDFC Bank Down 8%Equitymaster
Iran war going beyond four weeks from now could trigger global recession: Neelkanth Mishra
Neelkanth Mishra, Head of Global Research at Axis Capital and Chief Economist at Axis Bank, says the Iran conflict is a major macro risk for India given its heavy dependence on energy imports. A prolonged disruption could wipe out around 7% of global energy supply and raise the risk of a global recession if it lasts beyond four weeks. While the impact on growth, inflation and currency may be one-time, supply shocks and second-order effects could worsen. Markets may need to panic before a resolution emerges. Axis Bank stock was trading at ₹1,221 at 9:37 am on the NSE, up over 16% in the past year.
D-Street Bloodbath: Nifty Crashes 500 Pts, Sensex Down 2.2%; HDFC Bank Falls 5%; Why Is Stock Market Falling? - Goodreturns
D-Street Bloodbath: Nifty Crashes 500 Pts, Sensex Down 2.2%; HDFC Bank Falls 5%; Why Is Stock Market Falling?Goodreturns
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.
Coal India's arm CMPDIL raises ₹470 cr via anchor investors ahead of IPO
Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDIL), an arm of state-owned Coal India, on Wednesday said it has mobilised Rs 470 crore from anchor investors, ahead of its initial share-sale opening for public subscription. Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), Nippon India Mutual Fund (MF), Edelweiss MF, ICICI Prudential MF, Baring Private Equity India Fund, General Insurance Corporation of India and Edelweiss Life Insurance Corporation are among the anchor investors, according to a circular uploaded on BSE's website. Also, Societe Generale, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas Financial Markets participated in the anchor round. As per the circular, the state-owned firm allotted 2.73 crore equity shares to 22 funds at Rs 172 per piece, aggregating the transaction size to Rs 469.74 crore. Of these funds, LIC has been allocated shares to the tune of Rs 105 crore. CMPDIL's Rs 1,842-crore initial public offering (IPO) will open for subscription on March 20 and conclude on March 24. T
Axis Bank to infuse Rs 1,500 crore into Axis Finance after RBI eases rules
Axis Bank will inject Rs 1,500 crore into its subsidiary, Axis Finance, by March 2027. This capital infusion will be through a rights issue. The bank had previously considered selling a stake in Axis Finance but shelved the plan. This decision follows revised RBI guidelines allowing group entities to operate in similar businesses.
Axis Bank to infuse Rs 1,500 crore into Axis Finance after RBI eases rules
Axis Bank will inject Rs 1,500 crore into its subsidiary, Axis Finance, by March 2027. This capital infusion will be through a rights issue. The bank had previously considered selling a stake in Axis Finance but shelved the plan. This decision follows revised RBI guidelines allowing group entities to operate in similar businesses.
Axis Bank shares rise 2% as lender set to invest Rs 1,500 crore into NBFC arm Axis Finance
Axis Bank shares gained after the lender approved a Rs 1,500 crore capital infusion into its NBFC arm, Axis Finance. The move follows a pause in stake sale plans amid regulatory changes. The investment aims to support growth, while the subsidiary prepares to present a revised strategy and capital requirements.
Unique Picks: 10 stocks held by only one MF scheme in February; 4 jumped up to 140%
ETMarkets identified 24 stocks held exclusively by single mutual fund schemes, most declining sharply in FY26, while a few delivered strong gains, highlighting concentrated ownership risks and divergent performance trends.
Vinit Sambre positive on insurance, private banks; favors IT firms on skilling and capital disciplin
Vinit Sambre, Head of Equities, DSP Mutual Fund, which manages funds worth $24.30 billion for the period of October-December 2025, said recent market volatility has brought valuations to more reasonable levels, with macro indicators like credit growth and auto sales still improving. He expects growth to recover after near-term disruptions and sees opportunities emerging in IT and BFSI. While uncertainty remains due to global risks, he suggests gradual equity allocation, maintaining a balanced approach with diversified funds and selective deployment as clarity improves.
Electric mobility stocks led by JBM Auto surge up to 14% on strong volumes
JBM Auto's shares are also the third-most traded on the Nifty 500 currently, behind HDFC Bank and Eternal.
Trade Setup For March 18: Nifty Faces Resistance At 23,710-23,740
The Bank Nifty index formed a small bullish candle.