S&P 500, Nasdaq post best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war
Indian markets closed the quarter on a high, mirroring global trends with significant gains for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by optimism around economic and earnings growth. Despite geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the Middle East conflict, investor sentiment remained robust. Technology stocks led the charge, with the Nasdaq celebrating a substantial 21% surge fueled […]
Pankaj Tibrewal sees stronger top-line growth driving India’s next earnings cycle
Indian companies are poised to navigate input cost pressures and sustain growth, with the upcoming earnings season expected to be the next market trigger. Experts anticipate stronger revenue growth than anticipated, driven by price hikes and import substitution in sectors like home improvement. Despite near-term challenges, double-digit Nifty earnings growth is projected, with private banks […]
Saksoft shares rally 50% in one week. Here’s what technical charts indicate
Saksoft shares experienced a significant surge, climbing over 14% on Tuesday and an impressive 50% in a single week. This rally follows a decisive technical breakout from a prolonged consolidation phase, supported by strong volume increases. The stock has rebounded substantially from its May low.
Vedanta Iron & Steel shares extend winning streak, surge 10%; stock up 70% since listing
Vedanta Iron & Steel shares jumped, extending an 11-day winning streak and taking total gains to over 70% since listing earlier this month. The stock debuted at Rs 20 following Vedanta Group’s demerger and has nearly doubled its market cap to about Rs 13,941 crore from Rs 7,821 crore.
Nifty IT hits fresh 52-week low as Infosys, TCS, Wipro & others tumble up to 3%. What’s spooking investors?
The Nifty IT index fell more than 2% to a fresh 52-week low on Tuesday as persistent inflation concerns and uncertainty over the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory weighed on sentiment. Infosys, TCS, Wipro and other IT stocks declined up to 3%, with investors awaiting the sector’s Q1 earnings season.
Motilal Oswal initiates coverage on Tata Capital, gives target price and re-rating triggers
Motilal Oswal has initiated coverage on Tata Capital with a ‘Neutral’ rating and a target price of Rs 390, implying an 8% upside from current levels. The brokerage expects healthy AUM growth and improving profitability but believes the company’s current valuation already reflects its medium-term growth and earnings potential.
Motilal Oswal’s top 4 banking picks ahead of Q1 earnings season. Do you own any?
Motilal Oswal has identified its top banking picks ahead of the Q1 earnings season, anticipating strong MSME credit demand. HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are highlighted for their robust asset quality and profitable growth. State Bank of India leads the PSU pack with aggressive pricing and housing loan strength, while AU Small Finance Bank is […]
Persistent’s Nagarro deal faces near-term doubts, but long-term story stays strong: Piyush Pandey
Persistent Systems’ acquisition of Nagarro triggered an 11% stock drop, with investors worried about integration and margins. However, market expert Piyush Pandey believes this is an overreaction. The deal offers significant long-term strategic benefits, including expanded vertical access and a stronger European presence, positioning Persistent for larger global deals. While short-term challenges exist, margin recovery […]
KEC International shares climb 7% on Rs 1,754 crore order win
KEC International shares rose nearly 7% on Tuesday after the infrastructure EPC firm announced fresh orders worth Rs 1,754 crore across its Transmission & Distribution and Cables & Conductors businesses. The stock gained on strong order inflows, including overseas wins. The RPG Group company said the contracts span multiple segments, boosting visibility.
SIS announces share buyback worth up to Rs 120 cr
SIS Limited, a prominent security and facility management firm, has announced its fifth share buyback program, aiming to repurchase shares worth up to Rs 120 crore. This move, priced at a 10% premium to its recent closing price, will bring the total capital returned to shareholders since 2017 to approximately Rs 720 crore.