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Too early to call market bottom; prefer gradual investing via SIPs and funds: Anand Shah
Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC, which manages funds worth ₹28,318 crore as of February 28, 2026, advises investors to avoid deploying cash aggressively as markets may not have bottomed yet. He recommends gradual allocation through SIPs or staggered investments, using a mix of ETFs and mutual funds rather than direct stock picking. Amid inflation, rising energy prices, and global shifts, Shah prefers value over growth and asset-heavy businesses. Commodity producers may benefit, while consumers like autos could face pressure.
Growth Leaders: 10 midcap stocks with stellar 50%+ YoY sales gains
Several NSE midcap companies delivered strong growth in the December 2025 quarter, with sales rising over 50% year-on-year. Firms across sectors such as metals, real estate, energy and healthcare reported sharp demand-led expansion, highlighting strong business momentum and growth potential.
Motilal Oswal top picks: VA Tech order strength, RIL refining upside, Eternal valuations attractive
Investors are not showing panic despite geopolitical tensions, though many are reviewing portfolios and seeking safer sector exposure, according to Siddhartha Khemka of Motilal Oswal. The brokerage remains positive on VA Tech Wabag citing a ₹16,000-crore order book and strong West Asia demand. It also sees opportunity in quick commerce stocks like Eternal and Swiggy after valuation corrections, while Reliance Industries’ O2C business could benefit from higher refining margins. Disclosure: Network18, the parent company of CNBCTV18.com, is controlled by Independent Media Trust, of which Reliance Industries is the sole beneficiary.
OPEC confirms big Saudi oil production hike ahead of Iran war, holds forecasts steady
Saudi Arabia significantly boosted oil production in February as a safeguard against potential disruptions from U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Despite this, OPEC maintained its forecast for robust global oil demand growth this year, while acknowledging the need to closely monitor geopolitical events. The International Energy Agency is set to release updated oil forecasts soon.
NSE F&O list: Adani Power, Cochin Shipyard to Motilal Oswal — these 6 stocks to be in focus today after this update
Stocks in focus: The National Stock Exchange (NSE), on Monday, announced the addition of six more stocks to the futures and options (F&O) segment, with trading in these contracts scheduled to commence from April 1, 2026.
Stocks to Watch for March 10: NSE, Torrent Power, Bajaj Finserv, Dixon Technologies and more
NSE will add six stocks to the F&O segment from April 1, 2026, including Adani Power, Cochin Shipyard, Hyundai Motor India, Motilal Oswal, Nippon Life India, and Vishal Mega Mart. Here are few stocks to track ahead of Tuesday's trading session.
Market correction a chance to rebalance portfolios, India may outperform from April: Quant MF
Sandeep Tandon, Founder & CIO of Quant Mutual Fund, says crude’s sharp spike may peak near $120–130 and remain elevated in the near term but is unlikely to sustain beyond a few months. He expects global markets to stay weak through 2026, while India could outperform from April after recent underperformance. Tandon advises investors to stay calm and use volatility to rebalance portfolios, adding selectively to sectors such aspharma, power, telecom, and select PSUs.
Suzlon Energy shares drop 30% in six months, but Motilal Oswal sees 61% upside; here’s why
Suzlon Energy shares have seen a significant decline, but Motilal Oswal remains bullish, projecting a 61% upside. The brokerage cites the company's 'Suzlon 2.0' vision, including leadership restructuring and the launch of a dedicated project development vertical, DevCo, as key drivers for future growth.
ET Graphics: Green energy growth enters fast lane
India's renewable energy surge, driven by solar power, is accelerating towards its 500 GW goal by 2030. With approximately 35 GW of solar capacity added this fiscal year, the nation is witnessing rapid expansion, robust grid planning, and manufacturing advancements. This growth is crucial for meeting rising energy demand and decarbonisation targets.
This mutual fund expert sees strong growth potential in midcap stocks
Sandeep Bagla of TRUST Mutual Fund sees strong growth potential in Indian midcap equities, driven by economic expansion, policy support, and sectors like technology, consumption, and energy.
Strong earnings: Trent, Vedanta among 10 largecaps that clocked highest profit growth of up to 125% YoY in Q3
Several Indian largecap companies showed strong financial results in the December quarter. Trent and Vedanta were among ten firms that achieved substantial profit growth, with some seeing increases up to 125 percent year-on-year. Other companies like Muthoot Finance, Siemens Energy, and TVS Motor also reported healthy profit jumps.
Adani Power Q4 results: Net profit jumps 64% to Rs 4,271 crore; stock slips
Adani Power reported a strong Q4 performance, with net profit rising 64 percent year-on-year to Rs 4,271 crore, driven largely by lower tax expenses. Revenue grew 10 percent to Rs 15,989 crore, while EBITDA rose 27 percent, though core operating growth remained more moderate amid weaker merchant power realisations.