TMC MP asks Sebi to investigate stock market manipulation through exit polls
In a letter to Sebi chief Madhabi Puri Buch, TMC MP Saket Gokhale highlighted that while multiple exit polls predicted a landslide victory for the BJP, one exit poll reported “extremely strange” and “inflated seat numbers” for the party in several Indian states. This led to a sharp surge in the stock market on June […]
Which themes will give mutual fund investors the best returns?
Sectoral/thematic mutual funds have delivered up to 380% absolute return in the last five years under the Modi-led government, with infrastructure funds leading the chart.
Tech View: Nifty ends above 21 EMA. What traders should do on Thursday
Nifty saw a gap-up opening on Wednesday and call writers (bears) are seen exiting with additional PUT writers at all strikes from 21,500 until 22,200. This, analysts believe, led to the sharp recovery in the 50-stock index.
Sebi relaxes timeline for material-change disclosures by FPIs
Markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday relaxed timelines for disclosure of material changes by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs). The regulator categorised material changes notified by FPIs into two groups.
Sebi mulls raising limit for basic service demat account to Rs 10 lakh
Capital markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday proposed to enhance the threshold for the basic service demat account (BSDA) to Rs 10 lakh from the current Rs 2 lakh in a bid to boost the participation of retail investors in the securities market.
Adani Group stocks surge up to 6% a day after Lok Sabha election results
Adani group stocks rebounded up to 6% on Wednesday after an initial 15% decline, triggered by election result disappointment. On Tuesday, all 10 Adani companies faced losses, shedding around Rs 3 lakh crore. Global brokerage Jefferies recommends buying Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports, and Adani Energy Solutions.
CLSA tweaks India portfolio, fears de-rating in expensive capex stocks
CLSA adjusts India portfolio post BJP’s election setback, favoring defensive stance with HCL Tech replacing L&T. Overweight on banks, commodities, IT, insurance, and staples. Concerns over market valuation amid Nifty’s 6% drop and historic high PE ratio.
Railways stocks tank up to 33% in 2 days following narrow BJP-led NDA’s election win
In today’s trade, railway stocks fell by up to 17%. Titagarh Rail shares tumbled 33%, while Ircon declined by over 26%. Meanwhile, RailTel and IRCTC also fell by over 19% in the past two sessions. Shares of RITES, IRFC, RVNL, Texmaco Rail Systems, and Jupiter Wagons saw declines of between 18-23%.
PSU stocks feel poll result heat; Cochin Shipyard, Bharat Dynamics worst hit, fall up to 10%
PSU stocks like Cochin Shipyard and Bharat Dynamics fell by 10% following the BSE PSU index’s 4% drop post Lok Sabha election results. Analysts remain positive on PSUs as they see government entities having an advantage.
F&O stocks to buy today: HUL, D-Mart among top 6 trading ideas
Nifty futures ended down by 6.12% at 21975 levels, with India VIX surging by 27.75%. Options data indicates major Call OI at 23000 and 22500, and significant Put OI at 21000 and 21500 strikes.