F&O Talk: Smallcap index better placed than Nifty, says Sudeep Shah; picks 9 stocks for next week
SBI Securities expects Nifty’s breakout to strengthen if it crosses 24,450, opening the door to 24,900. While small-caps continue outperforming, Bank Nifty retains a positive bias. The brokerage also highlights Aurobindo Pharma, DLF, Titan and Oberoi Realty among top picks.
7 books for stock market investors recommended by Raamdeo Agrawal
Motilal Oswal Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal says purposeful reading shapes better investors and recommends seven timeless investing books, including works by Peter Lynch, Warren Buffett, Philip Fisher and Howard Marks, urging readers to internalise key lessons instead of chasing dozens of titles.
Markets may consolidate; micro, small and mid-caps could lead alpha generation, says Quant Mutual Fund
Quant Mutual Fund expects Indian equities to consolidate after the recent rally but believes micro-, small- and mid-cap stocks will drive alpha. It remains bullish on energy, infrastructure, select financials, telecom and pharma while advocating active portfolio management over passive investing.
11 equity mutual funds deliver over 25% in 3 months. Do you own any?
Eleven equity mutual funds generated over 25% returns in the past three months, led by small-cap schemes. JM Small Cap Fund topped the list with a 35.02% gain. Experts advise investors to prioritise risk profile and goals over past performance.
Retail investors bet on these 10 small-cap stocks; they rally up to 185% in 3 months
Retail investors raised stakes in 195 Nifty Smallcap 500 stocks during the March 2026 quarter, with over 100 delivering 25-185% returns since April. Four stocks turned multibaggers, while Cemindia Projects, Apollo Micro Systems and Lloyds Engineering led the rally.
IPO Calendar: Mainboard IPO of Kusumgar among 3 new public offers on investors radar next week
Kusumgar’s ₹650 crore IPO will open on July 8 with a 33% grey market premium. The engineered fabrics maker, serving defence and aerospace sectors, is launching a pure offer for sale, while two SME IPOs are also scheduled next week.
Top picks! Redington, among 5 stocks with upside potential of up to 27%. Do you own any?
Monarch Networth Capital has maintained Buy ratings on Pricol, Redington, Sundram Fasteners, Travel Food Services and Viyash Scientific, citing strong earnings growth, improving margins and business expansion. The brokerage sees upside potential of up to 27% across these stocks.
Bitcoin trades near $62,000; inflation, geopolitical risks remain key market drivers
Bitcoin rebounded near $62,000 after recovering from last week’s lows, supported by optimism over Federal Reserve policy. Ethereum and major altcoins also gained, though investors remain cautious amid inflation, geopolitical tensions, energy prices and mixed ETF investment flows.
Gold’s sharp correction: What lies ahead for prices?
Gold has corrected sharply from record highs as a stronger US dollar, elevated bond yields and expectations of prolonged higher interest rates weighed on prices. Experts view the decline as a technical correction, recommending staggered buying and long-term holding amid supportive structural demand.
Oil prices little changed as US-Iran peace efforts hold
Oil prices saw minimal change as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran offered hope for the Strait of Hormuz’s reopening. Despite recent skirmishes, a potential deal is expected to hold, boosting Middle Eastern supply. Gulf producers, including Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, are increasing output, leading to a near-term oil glut and a shift in […]