Rising bond yields and inflation remain key risks for markets: Candace Browning
Global investors are focusing on artificial intelligence driven earnings growth, overshadowing geopolitical concerns. Strong US corporate profits and expectations of easy monetary policy are supporting markets. While some sectors may recover at different paces after conflicts, the AI investment boom is expected to continue for at least another 12 to 18 months.
LIC shares drop 4% on Rs 10,000 crore govt stake sale buzz
LIC shares fell as much as 4% on Wednesday after a report said the government may begin formal marketing next month for a proposed stake sale worth up to Rs 10,000 crore. According to Bloomberg, the Centre plans to sell around a 2% stake in the insurer in late June or early July, with DIPAM […]
Adani Power surpasses Infosys in market capitalisation after 126% rally in one year
Adani Power has overtaken Infosys in market capitalisation to become India’s 11th most valued company. The stock has surged around 68% so far in 2026.
Power, Hotels & Chemicals: Dipan Mehta maps out the market’s next big opportunities
Dipan Mehta advises selective investing, favoring power infrastructure, export manufacturing, and specialty chemicals. While acknowledging the hospitality sector’s strong run, he cautions about potential headwinds. Mehta sees significant growth in power transmission and equipment due to India’s renewable energy push.
HDFC Bank shares fall 2% on reports of internal probe over Rs 45 cr interest payments
HDFC Bank shares fell after a report revealed an internal investigation into Rs 45 crore payments to Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation. The Audit Committee ordered the probe into funds allegedly routed through the marketing department as ‘differential interest’ for a road safety campaign, with senior management, including CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, reportedly involved in the […]
Oil shock fears ease, but $80-$90 crude may be the new normal: Arvind Sanger
Oil prices may remain high for months, according to market expert Arvind Sanger. While extreme price surges are less likely, consumers should prepare for elevated energy costs. Geopolitical tensions and supply chain issues will keep crude firm. India faces relief from price volatility but needs stronger domestic growth drivers beyond the AI boom.
Aequs shares slide 6% after Q4 swings to loss despite strong revenue growth
Aequs Limited shares fell 6.25% after reporting a sharp decline in Q4FY26 profitability and widened full-year losses, despite robust revenue growth. Investors are concerned over rising operational costs and losses in the consumer electronics business, even as the aerospace segment shows strong momentum and expansion plans are underway.
Coal India shares slide 6% after PSU prices Rs 5,000 crore OFS at 10% discount
Coal India shares dropped after the government announced plans to sell up to a 2% stake in the company through an Offer for Sale (OFS). The floor price was set at Rs 412 per share, about 10% lower than the previous NSE closing price of Rs 458.15.
Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty below 23,900 as US-Iran tensions simmer
Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday. Sensex and Nifty saw minor declines. Investors are watching US strikes on Iran and their effect on peace deal hopes. Broader markets are performing better. India VIX, a volatility measure, dropped. Top Sensex losers included HDFC Bank and Infosys. Sun Pharma shares led gains. Midcap and smallcap indices […]
ONGC shares fall 4% despite 46% YoY jump in Q4 profit; revenue rises 4%
ONGC shares fell as much as 4% on Wednesday despite the state-run explorer reporting a 46% YoY rise in consolidated Q4 net profit to Rs 10,820 crore. Revenue from operations grew 4% to Rs 1,73,805 crore, while standalone FY26 profit stood at Rs 32,894 crore. The company also highlighted strong performance by key subsidiaries, including […]