Nvidia relief won’t be enough to dispel tech-bubble angst
AI darling Nvidia on Wednesday surprised Wall Street with accelerating growth after several quarters of slowing sales and a fourth-quarter forecast that exceeded expectations
No Rivalry? Pakistan may be getting hammered in cricket, but its stock market returns better than India
Pakistan’s stock market has surged over 40% this year, outperforming India’s relatively subdued 9% return. This rally is driven by retail investors shifting to equities amid low returns elsewhere and improved economic sentiment, with two ratings agencies upgrading the country. Indian markets faced headwinds from foreign investor outflows due to developed market performance and currency […]
Zerodha staffer owns 3,100 stocks — nearly the entire NSE universe trading today. Here’s what Nithin Kamath says
Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath revealed that a company colleague now holds an astonishing 3,100 stocks—nearly the entire NSE universe—pushing diversification to an extreme. Kamath’s post triggered witty reactions online, with users calling it a “personal mutual fund” and warning that excessive diversification, high costs, and microcap illiquidity could drag long-term returns.
IPO boom: 5 pillars for India’s stock market to become Asia’s listing hub
India is poised to become Asia’s premier listing hub, building on its IPO boom and strong domestic investor base. By refining key pillars like institutional capital, research, governance, listing processes, and valuation frameworks, the nation can attract global companies and solidify its position as a leading financial center.
Physicswallah’s mathematics puzzle: Stock ends 2% lower on BSE, 3% higher on NSE
PhysicsWallah’s stock delivered conflicting signals at Thursday’s close, finishing higher on the NSE and lower on the BSE in an unusual split that highlighted heightened volatility in the days following its blockbuster listing. The divergent closing prices came after a sharp intraday slide that erased significant market value.
Sammaan Capital shares jump 9% from day’s low as firm issues clarification on CBI probe
Sammaan Capital shares rebounded sharply on Thursday after the company clarified that no investigative or regulatory agency has any ongoing probe related to allegations in a 2019 PIL filed by a whistleblower forum. The Supreme Court also noted that no affidavit indicated wrongdoing by the firm, helping the stock recover following Tuesday’s sharp decline.
Swiggy back to square one as stock sinks 36% from peak, returns to IPO price. What’s ahead?
Swiggy’s stock has fallen 36% from its peak, returning nearly to its IPO price of Rs 390. Despite a 54% revenue jump, the company’s net loss widened to Rs 1,092 crore in Q2FY26, primarily due to quick commerce expansion. Brokerages remain divided on its future prospects.
Sandip Sabharwal picks ICICI, Axis as banking stocks with upside potential
Market expert Sandip Sabharwal identifies ICICI, Axis, and Kotak as top banking picks, citing upside potential. He also sees value in infrastructure stocks like NCC and Ahluwalia Contracts, while highlighting Indian Hotels as a standout in the hospitality sector. Sabharwal advises caution on IPOs, warning of overvaluation and potential retail investor pitfalls.
Investors should stay selective as IT, banking show mixed signals: Sandip Sabharwal
Indian IT stocks are seeing a rally but may offer modest returns. Banks, especially large private and PSU banks, are expected to perform well. NBFCs remain a solid investment choice. Investors should be selective. AI’s impact on India will take time to materialize. Data centers are capital intensive with unclear returns. Top-tier NBFCs are recommended […]
Q2 earnings show Rs 4 lakh crore-crisis may deepen in stock market’s riskier corners
Recent Q2 earnings reveal a troubling trend in India’s stock market. Smallcap companies are experiencing the highest number of earnings misses, leading to a substantial Rs 4 lakh crore loss in market value this year. While mid-caps and large-caps show positive growth, the riskier smallcap segment faces continued weakness.