Is the auto sector a buy or avoid right now? Amnish Aggarwal weighs in

Auto sales have been weak recently, especially in the two-wheeler sector, but Maruti could benefit if consumer demand revives. Auto components face uncertainties due to US tariffs, but infra stocks remain promising with robust order books. Moreover, exchange stocks like MCX present attractive long-term opportunities despite potential regulatory risks for IEX.

Modi banks on households to rein in a $346 billion debt pile

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration is addressing a $346 billion debt through longer-dated sovereign bonds with a growing influence of households investing in insurers. This shift has led to a focus on long-term debt sales and substantial participation by insurance sectors, supporting the nation’s refinancing strategies.

NBCC shares in focus after securing Rs 658 crore contracts in Uttarakhand and Delhi

NBCC has won contracts totaling Rs 658 crore for redevelopment projects in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, and project management services in Delhi. These include revitalization projects in Haridwar and the construction of various buildings at the C-DOT Campus in Delhi. NBCC’s stock performance and future outlook are also discussed, showing both recent declines and long-term gains.

In unforeseen twist, movie may have tripped Indira IVF’s IPO

Regulatory objections about the film’s alleged role in promoting the company and the timing of its release have forced the unexpected deferral of the ₹3,500-crore public offering of EQT-backed Indira IVF Hospital, said people with knowledge of the matter.

Asian stocks seek new direction after weak US data

Indexes rose in Sydney and Tokyo and futures pointed to slight gains for Hong Kong. The S&P 500 climbed 0.2% Tuesday after fluctuating for most of the session to notch up its longest rising streak in almost seven weeks, despite a drop in consumer confidence. The Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index tumbled for a sixth […]

Rupee snaps nine-day rally, slips to 85.75/$

Indian rupee:The Indian rupee ended a nine-day winning streak on Tuesday, slipping 12 paise to 85.75 against the US dollar. Month-end dollar demand from oil companies and importer hedging pressured the currency. Traders anticipate further rupee weakness amid tariff-related uncertainties.