Sensex ends 208 pts, Nifty reclaims 25,900; auto, metal stocks shine

Benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex extended their gains for a second straight session on Tuesday, supported by a sharp rally in auto and metal stocks that lifted overall sentiment. Meanwhile, broader markets outperformed, with midcap and smallcap indices rising 0.5% and 0.35%, respectively.

BSE’s long-term growth trajectory remains strong: Sundararaman Ramamurthy

BSE’s Managing Director and CEO Sundararaman Ramamurthy states the exchange prioritizes long-term market growth over derivatives market share. Recent tax changes may encourage longer-term equity investments. Ramamurthy believes the exchange is still in its early growth phase, with significant potential for foreign investor participation. He anticipates market microstructure adjustments due to these developments.

2 top stock recommendations from Vinay Rajani

Indian stock markets are advancing, approaching record levels. Experts see continued strength in the Nifty, with support at 25,600. Metals and PSU banks are identified as key performing sectors. Steel Authority of India and Bank of Maharashtra are highlighted as promising stock picks. Broader market participation is increasing as the earnings season concludes.

Gold and silver rally set to continue as dollar weakness looms: Peter Schiff

Renowned investor Peter Schiff predicts continued gains for gold and silver, driven by a weakening U.S. dollar and shifting global monetary trends. He cites a loss of confidence in U.S. fiscal policy and central bank independence as key factors, suggesting gold will replace the dollar as a reserve asset.

Amnish Aggarwal on stocks to watch amid market volatility

Indian markets see renewed investor interest in pharma, speciality chemicals, and exchange-traded services, with recent earnings showing mixed signals. Pharma valuations are attractive, with Sun Pharma and MNCs like GSK and Pfizer showing promise. Speciality chemicals require patience, while BSE’s performance is linked to market sentiment and NSE’s upcoming listing.

Gold, silver ETFs gain as investors buy the dip after sharp fall

Gold and silver ETFs rebounded strongly on Monday, recovering from significant losses incurred last week. Despite market volatility, wedding-related demand persists, with consumers in smaller cities accelerating purchases to hedge against future price increases. Long-term investors continue to favor gold for its consistent returns.

Navin Fluorine shares up 3% as Q3 net profit soars 122% to Rs 185 crore

Following an exceptional December quarter, Navin Fluorine International witnessed a significant leap in its stock prices. The firm announced a noteworthy surge in both net profit and revenue, highlighting enhanced operational performance marked by elevated EBITDA and improved margins. Growth was particularly notable across High-Performance Products, Specialty Chemicals, and CDMO markets.