US stocks rebound on AI optimism revival; Dow rises 387 pts, Nasdaq, S&P 1%
Wall Street surged Monday, led by AI-related stocks like Meta and Nvidia, as Meta announced significant layoffs and Nvidia unveiled new components. Oil prices dipped amid easing Middle East conflict concerns, offering market relief. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closed higher, reflecting positive investor sentiment.
Union Bank of India approves plan to raise up to Rs 20,000 crore via long-term bonds
Union Bank of India will raise funds through bond issuances. The bank’s committee approved long-term bonds worth twenty thousand crore rupees for infrastructure and affordable housing. It will also issue green or sustainable bonds up to five thousand crore rupees. Part of the funds will be raised before March thirty-first, twenty twenty-six.
Paytm shares jumps 4% after rival PhonePe halts IPO plans
Paytm shares jumped on Monday after rival PhonePe paused its IPO plans, easing near-term competition in digital payments. PhonePe cited geopolitical uncertainty and volatile global markets for deferring its listing. The move reflects broader market caution, with fintech firms reevaluating IPO timing and valuations amid heightened investor uncertainty and equity market volatility.
Sensex ends 3-day losing streak, settles 939 pts higher, Nifty above 23,400
Indian stock markets rebounded sharply on Monday, snapping a three-session losing streak with Sensex and Nifty closing significantly higher. Despite volatile trading, value-buying emerged after last week’s selloff. Geopolitical tensions and persistent FII selling continue to influence market sentiment, while the rupee remains near all-time lows.
Fixed income investments look attractive amid market volatility, says Basant Bafna
Investors are finding fixed income attractive amid market volatility. Basant Bafna of Mirae Asset Mutual Fund highlights appealing spreads and carry advantages. Inflows into fixed income funds are noted. The short-term outlook suggests curve steepening. Medium to long-term inflation is expected to remain anchored near 4%. Non-sovereign fixed income instruments appear particularly appealing.
2 top stock recommendations from Rajesh Bhosale
Indian equity markets opened with volatility, with indices oscillating sharply in early trading. Analysts suggest focusing on stock-specific opportunities, particularly those in oversold zones near long-term supports. HDFC Bank and Hindalco are highlighted as potential buys with specific target levels and stop losses.
Vodafone Idea shares jump 5% as JSW, ST Telemedia eye stake in the telco
Vodafone Idea shares rose ahrply on Monday after ET reported that JSW Group and ST Telemedia are exploring a potential stake in the telecom operator. The discussions are exploratory, following government-backed financial relief, as Vi seeks strategic investors to strengthen capital and reduce spectrum liabilities.
Citi cuts Nifty’s target to 27,000 on earnings, macro risks from raging Iran war
Citi Research has lowered its year-end Nifty 50 target to 27,000, citing escalating Middle East war risks impacting India’s growth and corporate earnings. Surging oil and supply shocks are worsening the economic outlook, with potential disruptions to LPG, LNG, fertilizers, and petrochemicals. The brokerage also downgraded the auto sector to ‘neutral’ due to price spikes […]
Venugopal Garre on AI, earnings and why India’s market valuations may stabilize
Global markets face turbulence from geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices. Venugopal Garre advises investors to adopt a long-term perspective, building portfolios for the next 12 to 24 months. He suggests focusing on sectors that have fallen but are poised for a rebound.
Adani Power shares jumps 5% after MSEDCL awards 1,600 MW long-term supply contract
Adani Power’s shares rose 5% after securing a 1,600 MW thermal power supply deal with MSEDCL. The company will supply power from an upcoming ultra-supercritical project at a tariff of Rs 5.30/kWh, commencing in FY30-31. This win boosts Adani Power’s secured capacity and supports India’s thermal power expansion goals.