Explained: Why Accenture’s warning sparked a Rs 1.35 lakh crore meltdown for TCS, Infosys, other IT stocks
Indian IT majors faced a brutal sell-off, losing Rs 1.35 lakh crore after Accenture’s revenue guidance cut. Structural fears around AI replacing traditional services and geopolitical headwinds are deepening the sector’s pain. Analysts anticipate further moderation and a shift towards M&A and new client acquisition to counter slowing growth.
Turtlemint Fintech’s Rs 883 crore IPO opens for subscription. Check brokerage review, GMP and other details
The IPO comprises a fresh issue worth Rs 660.7 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of Rs 221.9 crore, taking the total issue size to about Rs 883 crore. The price band has been fixed at Rs 144-152 per share.
ETMarkets PMS Talk | Dinshaw Irani of Helios India stays away from IT, doubles down on domestic consumption amid AI disruption
Helios India is steering clear of IT stocks, citing AI’s disruptive potential, and instead champions India’s domestic consumption. The firm’s confidence stems from favourable demographics, rising aspirations, and the growth of new-age businesses. This strategy, rooted in an ‘Elimination Investment’ philosophy, prioritizes sectors with structural tailwinds and quality management, positioning for robust future growth.
ETMarkets Smart Talk | AI is real, but AI valuations are not; we are in the FOMO stage of the bubble: Carnelian’s Manoj Bahety
AI technology is real but its current valuations are inflated, resembling past market bubbles. Investors are urged to avoid the fear of missing out. India’s manufacturing, financials, and consumption sectors are poised for long-term growth as global AI frenzy potentially fades. Smart investing involves focusing on fair valuations and solid businesses.
RIL AGM strategy: How to trade Reliance shares amid big-bang announcements by Mukesh Ambani?
The Mukesh Ambani-led company has scheduled its 49th AGM today at 2 pm via video conferencing and other audio-visual means. Investors eagerly await updates on the much-awaited Jio Platforms IPO, retail expansion strategy and progress in its new energy business.
Positive Breakout: These 10 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the Nifty500 pack, 10 stocks’ closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on June 18, 2026, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. The 200-day daily moving average (DMA) is used by traders as a key indicator for determining the overall trend in a particular stock. As long as the stock is […]
Global Market Today: Asian stocks hit record highs, oil heads for weekly loss
Asian stocks reached a record high, fueled by optimism that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will normalize oil flows and ease inflation. This development, coupled with positive semiconductor news, boosted investor confidence. Lower energy costs are also easing concerns about future interest rate hikes.
Banking liquidity falls to fiscal-year low, pushes up money market rates
Money market rates have risen as banking system liquidity dropped to its lowest this fiscal year. Advanced tax outflows caused this liquidity fall. Economists expect liquidity to improve in the second quarter due to RBI measures. The RBI is currently providing temporary liquidity support through Variable Rate Repo operations.
Gold on track for third weekly loss on firm dollar, hawkish Fed signals
Gold prices dipped on Friday, heading for a third consecutive weekly loss, pressured by a strengthening dollar and hawkish signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve. The Fed’s projections indicate a potential rate hike this year, impacting the non-yielding metal. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs forecasts gold to reach $4,900 by December.
India’s IPO boom boosts NSE’s listing business, revenue rises 12% in FY26
India’s stock market saw a strong performance in its listing services. The National Stock Exchange earned ₹352 crore in FY26, a significant rise from the previous year. This growth occurred even as the number of initial public offerings decreased. Larger companies going public contributed to this revenue increase.