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Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund acquires stake in this recently listed healthcare stock
Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund (KMMF) has raised its stake in the North Indian hospital network Park Medi World Limited to more than 5%. The fund purchased 175,164 shares, bringing its total ownership to 5.0393%, which necessitates a regulatory announcement in accordance with SAST regulations.
Top Gainers & Losers on Mar 13: Larsen & Toubro, KPR Mill, Adani Total Gas, PG Electroplast among top losers
The Indian stock market faced a significant sell-off on March 13, with key indices dropping over 2% amid rising crude oil prices and concerns over corporate earnings. The Nifty 50 saw its largest weekly decline in four years, as overseas investors continued to sell.
Nifty IT hurtles toward historic 8-week bloodbath: AI death knell or ultimate bear trap?
Indian IT stocks are experiencing an unprecedented losing streak. This has wiped out significant market value and ignited a debate about artificial intelligence's future impact. Some investors see a major buying opportunity amid the sell-off. Foreign investors have exited, but one large mutual fund is aggressively buying. Analysts are divided on the sector's outlook.
NSE gets ready for IPO, finalises 20 bankers and 8 law firms
A total of 20 merchant banks have been appointed, setting a new record for India IPOs (the previous record was 18 banks for ICICI Prudential AMC).
No shortage of LPG cylinders in Northeast India, production to go on uninterrupted: Indian Oil Corp
Indian Oil Corporation confirms ample LPG supplies for Northeast India. The company's bottling plants operate at full capacity, meeting regional demand. Government directives prioritize household cooking gas. Refineries are maximizing LPG output. Commercial supplies are restricted to essential services. These measures ensure uninterrupted fuel availability for homes and transport.
Top Gainers & Losers on Mar 11: Apar Industries, Redington, Axis Bank, Finolex Cables, TVS Motor among top losers
The Indian stock market declined on March 11 due to heightened Middle East tensions, with the Nifty 50 down 1.63% and the BSE Sensex falling 1.72%. Most sectors were affected, especially auto and private banks, while pharma and oil & gas saw slight gains.
SENSEX rises 400 pts, NIFTY tops 24,100 amid easing oil prices, hopes of de-escalation in West Asia; India VIX down 12%, IndiGo up 4% - Upstox
SENSEX rises 400 pts, NIFTY tops 24,100 amid easing oil prices, hopes of de-escalation in West Asia; India VIX down 12%, IndiGo up 4%Upstox
Crude-led volatility may be short-lived; Quantum AMC sees opportunities in banks, IT, cement, realty
George Thomas, Fund Manager – Equity at Quantum AMC, believes the recent jump in crude oil prices, triggered by geopolitical tensions, could temporarily push inflation higher and weigh on global macro conditions. He noted that the base case remains that the tensions may not stretch for a long period. The situation could last for a few weeks or possibly a month, but may not drag on for much longer. If that plays out, crude prices could reverse just as quickly as they moved up. Despite the uncertainty, he believes current market levels offer reasonable entry points as the earnings cycle remains supportive. His fund has been adding exposure to a real estate company and increasing weights in select private banks, IT services firms and a cement player.
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.
Oil and gas prices rapidly rise as Iran war shows no signs of letting up
Oil prices have surged after the US–Israel attacks on Iran escalated into a wider Middle East war, disrupting energy supplies and shipping in the region. Tankers carrying about 20 million barrels of oil a day are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to safety risks around the Strait of Hormuz, while damage to oil and gas facilities has further tightened supply.
Avoid chasing metal rally; focus on domestic sectors: Jyotivardhan Jaipuria
Jyotivardhan Jaipuria, Founder & MD of Valentis Advisors, says market corrections during geopolitical conflicts historically present buying opportunities, though investors should stagger investments due to oil and gas risks. He remains positive on banks, select capital goods and pharmaceuticals, while continuing to hold metals but avoiding fresh buying at current levels. Export-oriented sectors like chemicals may face near-term pressure from higher logistics and raw material costs.
Iran conflict disrupts global shipping as tankers are stranded, damaged
War risk insurance for ships in the Gulf is being cancelled. The Iran conflict has disrupted shipping. Several tankers are damaged. Two seafarers have died. Around 150 ships are stranded near the Strait of Hormuz. Oil and gas prices have jumped. Shipping costs are set to rise further.