PSU banks still have room to run, but selectivity is key: Mayuresh Joshi
PSU banks are poised for continued growth, with market participants confident the rally is far from over despite near-term challenges. Valuations remain attractive, and improved asset quality and comfortable capital adequacy are expected to drive outperformance against private lenders. Investors are advised to remain selective and monitor macro and stock-specific developments.
India-focused companies remain best bets in lacklustre market phase: Deepak Shenoy
Indian stock markets are in a holding pattern. Valuations are high, and investors await clearer signs of earnings growth. Rate cuts offer a positive outlook, potentially boosting spending and profits. Focus is on companies serving the Indian market. Investors are advised to be selective, especially in the FMCG sector. Patience is key as markets adjust.
2025 was a breakout year for Indian real estate; 2026 looks even stronger: Aman Sarin of Anant Raj
India’s real estate sector experienced a strong breakout in 2025 with record residential sales and stabilizing commercial demand. Driven by end-user confidence and institutional participation, the market is poised for continued growth in 2026, with both luxury and mid-income housing segments expected to perform well.
Positive Breakout: These 7 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the Nifty500 pack, seven stocks’ closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on December 15, 2025, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. The 200-day daily moving average (DMA) is used by traders as a key indicator for determining the overall trend in a particular stock. As long as the stock is […]
MF margins to face pressure; volumes to compensate: ICICI Pru AMC
ICICI Prudential AMC’s IPO is open for subscription, with Nimesh Shah expecting profitability pressures from growing AUM to be offset by falling unitholder fees. He highlighted operating profit growth as the key valuation metric for asset management businesses, which have historically required minimal capital for expansion.
Is KSH International IPO a smart bet for long-term investors?
KSH International plans to raise ₹420 crore via fresh equity for capacity expansion and debt repayment, alongside a ₹290 crore offer for sale. The company, a leading magnet winding wire manufacturer, is poised to benefit from EV market growth and infrastructure investments.
Asian stocks fall ahead of US jobs data, Yen gains
Asian markets saw a slight dip as investors paused before crucial US economic data. This data will guide interest rate decisions. The Japanese yen strengthened against the dollar. Investors are cautious ahead of key reports this week. These reports will offer clarity on the economic outlook. The markets anticipate potential Federal Reserve rate cuts next […]
RBI unlikely to play Santa again in February
Consumer price inflation picked up to 0.71% YoY in November from 0.25% in October, driven by persistent food price deflation and weak core inflation. Most economists said headline inflation appears to have bottomed out in October on account of lower food prices and one-time GST cut adjustment and expect it to inch up but will […]
India’s primary market braces for surge of hospital and IVF IPOs next year
India’s primary market anticipates a significant influx of healthcare IPOs next year, with an estimated ₹20,000 crore in public issues expected. Major hospital chains like Manipal Hospitals and IVF platforms such as Indira IVF are preparing to list, driven by strong fundamentals and favorable valuations. This surge reflects the sector’s growth momentum and attractive opportunities […]
Rupee hits fresh record low as FII outflows and dollar demand intensify
The rupee slid to a record low of 90.73 against the dollar amid heavy foreign outflows, stalled India–US trade talks and strong importer demand, emerging as the worst performer among Asian currencies.