PSU banks and capex stocks leading market gains: Dipan Mehta

Indian markets show strong performance in PSU banks, capital goods, and infrastructure. Dipan Mehta highlights PSU banks closing valuation gaps with private peers. Capital goods firms benefit from robust order books and capex cycles. FMCG stocks face caution due to slow growth. Infrastructure and engineering companies with diversified orders, like L&T, are favored.

Infosys’ AI push reassures on business strength, but valuation worries linger, says Sandip Agarwal

Indian IT firms’ robust business models, honed over decades, are well-equipped to navigate AI disruption, according to analyst Sandip Agarwal. While valuations remain a concern, the sector’s ability to reskill and adapt to client needs, coupled with significant AI opportunities, suggests resilience. Strong industry preparedness for AI implementation promises substantial revenue growth in the coming […]

ETMarkets Smart Talk | Financials, manufacturing and consumption to lead in 2026 as India’s structural story strengthens: Raghav Iyengar

Indian equity markets are set for a strong future. Domestically driven sectors like financials, manufacturing, and consumption will lead growth. By 2026, structural growth themes will overshadow market noise. Investors can anticipate improved earnings visibility and supportive liquidity. This period promises sustained wealth creation for long-term participants.

US Stocks Today |Equities close with slight gains as tech shares recover

Indian markets saw a modest uptick as technology stocks recovered from earlier dips, with financial shares also providing a boost. Norwegian Cruise Line surged on news of an activist investor’s stake, while Masimo soared following a major acquisition. General Mills faced a downturn after revising its financial outlook downwards.

Dollar holds gains as markets focus on peace talks, Fed minutes

Global markets remained cautious on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions simmered, with investors keenly awaiting U.S. Federal Reserve minutes for clues on interest rates. The yen saw stability following positive manufacturing data and news of significant Japanese investments in the U.S. Meanwhile, progress was reported in nuclear talks between Iran and the U.S., and peace negotiations […]

Tax rules you need to know for gold and silver ETFs

Record inflows into gold and silver ETFs highlight investor interest amidst market volatility. The article details the tax implications for these investments, differentiating between short-term and long-term capital gains, and explaining how intraday trading profits are treated as speculative income taxed at slab rates.