US stocks today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq notch records as AI chip stocks surge
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, driven by AI-related stocks like Intel and strong quarterly earnings. A U.S.-Iran ceasefire held, easing geopolitical concerns. Investors focused on robust corporate profits, with S&P 500 companies on track for significant year-over-year earnings growth, bolstering market optimism.
CSB Bank cautious on gold loans, focuses on wholesale business, says MD Pralay Mondal
CSB Bank is turning cautious on gold loans amid price volatility linked to geopolitical tensions. The lender expects slower growth, shifting focus to wholesale and SME lending while leveraging digital capabilities, maintaining stable credit growth and conservative loan-to-value ratios.
Poonawalla Fincorp Q4 results: Profit jumps 70% QoQ to Rs 255 crore
Poonawalla Fincorp reported a sharp profit rise driven by margin expansion, higher income, and improved asset quality. AUM crossed Rs 60,000 crore, credit costs eased, and capital adequacy strengthened after fundraise, supporting future growth and digital expansion.
Sebi cautions market players on risks from AI tools like Mythos; sets up task force
India’s market regulator Sebi has issued a warning about advanced AI tools used for finding system weaknesses. These tools, including Anthropic’s Mythos, pose new cybersecurity risks. Sebi has formed a task force called cyber-suraksha.ai to address these concerns. The group will examine AI risks and develop strategies. Market participants are urged to strengthen their cybersecurity […]
Bull market or trading illusion? Nithin Kamath says India’s stock market data is sending mixed signals
Nithin Kamath cautioned that India’s market rally may not reflect a broad bull run, citing weak cash turnover and negative equity inflows. Growth is driven by SIPs and leveraged trading, raising concerns about speculative activity dominating true investment participation.
Vedanta demerger sets stage for value unlocking, global scale: Chairman Anil Agarwal
Vedanta Limited is entering a new phase with its demerger effective May 2026, aiming to unlock value through independent businesses. Strong FY26 earnings, rising profits and expansion plans across segments position it for sustained long-term growth.
ideaForge Technology bulk deal: BNP Paribas buys Rs 39 crore worth shares in this multibagger
Institutional investors, including BNP Paribas, actively acquired stakes in ideaForge Technology through significant bulk deals on Tuesday. Multiple entities purchased substantial share quantities within a narrow price band, signaling strong demand. This buying spree coincided with a 10% surge in the stock price, reflecting growing investor confidence in the drone technology firm.
FIIs dump stocks on 150 of 240 days; return timing under lens
Foreign investors have sold Indian stocks on most trading days recently. This trend is linked to rising oil prices, a weaker rupee, and higher US bond yields. Global capital is also moving towards artificial intelligence themes. Despite this, domestic investors are absorbing much of the selling, supporting the broader market.
HFCL rises 4% after securing Rs 84 cr optical fiber orders
HFCL shares rose after it, along with subsidiary HTL Limited, secured new orders worth Rs 84.23 crore from a domestic telecom provider. The deal involves supplying customized optical fiber cables, with execution expected by August 2026, strengthening the company’s position in telecom infrastructure.
7 stocks that surged up to 22% after BJP win in Bengal
Smallcap investors are piling into the “Bengal theme” after the BJP’s landslide win in West Bengal, driving sharp rallies in state-linked stocks. IFB Agro surged 27% and Dhunseri Tea 22%, leading seven stocks posting double-digit gains. However, analysts caution that real industrial transformation will take years, with market attention already shifting to West Asia tensions […]