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Stocks in news: Waaree Energies, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Strides Pharma, Persistent Systems
Indian markets showed volatility, ending nearly flat despite positive signals. Analysts note Nifty faces resistance from key moving averages, with a decisive close above 24,200 crucial for further gains. Several companies like Waaree Energies, Kotak Bank, and Tata Motors are in focus due to significant developments, including US investigations, strategic partnerships, and EV expansion plans.
Nifty has more room to run; stay selective: Analysts
Indian stock markets are showing cautious optimism, with the Nifty eyeing the 24,300-25,000 zone amid ongoing volatility. Analysts recommend selective trading and specific strategies like a moderately bullish Call Spread. Top stock picks include TVS Motor, Samvardhana Motherson International, Oberoi Realty, Aurobindo Pharma, Vijaya Diagnostic Centre, and Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services, each presenting unique buying opportunities with defined targets and stop losses.
Passive investing explosion: DSP’s Anil Ghelani predicts ETFs, index funds will command 30% of mutual fund industry
Passive investing is gaining rapid traction in India, with DSP’s Anil Ghelani projecting ETFs and index funds to grow from 17% to 30% of mutual fund assets within five years. The shift reflects changing investor behaviour, with passive strategies forming core portfolios and active funds playing a selective, high-alpha role.
Dalal Street Week Ahead: Nifty to test crucial 24,500 level; breakout may define next trend
Indian markets navigated a subdued week, ending with modest gains as Nifty hovered near a crucial resistance zone between 24,160 and 24,500. Technical indicators suggest caution, with a decisive move above this hurdle needed to fuel further upside. Investors are advised to maintain a selective approach, focusing on stock-specific opportunities while managing risk diligently. Pharma and Media sectors show relative strength, while Energy and IT lag.

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HDFC Mutual Fund buys additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health for Rs 130 crore
HDFC Mutual Fund has secured an additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health, which is known for operating Medanta hospitals, from co-founder Sunil Sachdeva for Rs 130 crore. This acquisition builds on a prior purchase made last month. The transaction accounts for a 0.37% stake in the company. In related news, Global Health has reported an impressive 39.7% increase in its fourth-quarter profit after tax, totaling Rs 141.7 crore.
Oil slide powers India's stock benchmarks to longest weekly winning run 7 months
Indian stock markets achieved their longest winning streak in seven months, with the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closing higher. Falling crude oil prices and measures to boost the rupee and attract foreign investment bolstered investor confidence. The Reserve Bank of India's stance against near-term rate hikes also supported sentiment, with the pharma and financial sectors showing notable gains.

‘Korean markets are like small caps’, says Capitalmind Mutual Fund CEO Deepak Shenoy; Kospi jumps 5%
Investor sentiment in South Korea shifted amid falling oil prices and positive news from US-Iran talks. However, proposed taxes on unrealised gains introduced uncertainty, contributing to significant market volatility and sharp fluctuations for major technology stocks.
Dr Reddys Laboratories Ltd gains for fifth session
Dr Reddys Laboratories Ltd is quoting at Rs 1350.6, up 1.67% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 2.2% in last one year as compared to a 5.31% fall in NIFTY and a 14.95% fall in the Nifty Pharma.
Sterlite Tech hits 5% upper circuit on QIP launch; zooms 495% in 6 months
Sterlite Technologies plans to raise up to ₹1,500 crore through the QIP route. Recently, Bandhan Mutual Fund sold 1.82 million equity shares of STL in open market trade.
Stocks to buy: Aurobindo Pharma, Delhivery, Ather Energy, says Ajit Mishra
Market outlook by Ajit Mishra: The analyst from Religare Broking expects Nifty to consolidate in the near-term; among stocks he recommends Delhivery, Ather Energy and Aurobindo Pharma.
Ipca Laboratories Ltd spurts 0.16%, up for fifth straight session
Ipca Laboratories Ltd is quoting at Rs 1627.6, up 0.16% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 19.88% in last one year as compared to a 4.96% jump in NIFTY and a 15.12% jump in the Nifty Pharma.