US stocks: US market ends down sharply; worries about AI trade and high oil prices weigh
Wall Street faced a sharp decline on Friday as AI-related technology stocks came under renewed pressure. Concerns regarding debt-laden AI infrastructure companies affected investor sentiment heading into the weekend. Additionally, a rise in oil prices fueled market fears about economic stability and rising borrowing costs. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all recorded substantial […]
Big US bank stocks head for longest weekly losing streak since 2008
Major US banks are experiencing their longest weekly losing streak since the 2008 financial crisis, driven by mixed quarterly earnings and rising inflation. The KBW Bank Index has fallen about 13% since its August peak, continuing a trend of losses. Concerns about artificial intelligence disrupting financial services contribute to the negative sentiment toward the sector. […]
CoreWeave stock wipeout exposes divide between AI fear and greed
CoreWeave Inc. is navigating turbulent stock trends due to climbing bond yields and investor trepidation over its debt, raising fears of default. Although a temporary boost followed optimistic comments from Nvidia’s CEO, the overall sentiment leans towards caution. Analysts believe that while funding needs are pressing, robust AI demand could mitigate rate worries. Furthermore, CoreWeave’s […]
Will Ambani’s all-fresh Jio sale prove to be a masterstroke for investors?
Reliance Jio is set to roll out an ambitious Rs 30,213 crore IPO featuring solely new equity shares, not existing ones. In light of mixed results from recent Indian IPOs, this move aims to cut down Jio’s debt while bolstering its financial standing. The company’s IPO, valued at Rs 10.
From worst to best: How IT stocks staged a Rs 2.6 lakh crore revival this week
Indian IT stocks staged a sharp comeback this week, adding Rs 2.6 lakh crore in market value as the sector gained 12% to become the best-performing index. Better-than-expected Q2 earnings, positive management commentary and a selloff in AI-linked stocks helped revive sentiment, even as concerns over AI adoption and earnings growth persist.
Rupee relief comes with disruptions in financial markets
The Reserve Bank of India took decisive steps to stabilize the rupee, significantly affecting financial markets. New constraints led to skyrocketing hedging costs and dwindled liquidity in the forex sector. Moreover, bond yields soared to their highest in three years due to escalating oil prices and foreign outflows. Banks brace for possible downturns and reduced […]
10 stocks held by 100+ MF schemes in September rally up to 205% in CY26; 6 turn multibaggers
Ten stocks held by over 100 mutual fund schemes gained 75% to 205% in CY26 through September. Six of these stocks more than doubled, led by Welspun Corp and MTAR Technologies.
HFCL’s AI, data centre exposure drives Nuvama’s Buy call; target implies 56% upside
Nuvama has initiated coverage on HFCL with a ‘Buy’ rating and a target price of Rs 380, implying a 56% upside from its reference price of Rs 244. The brokerage expects the company’s shift towards telecom and networking products, along with rising demand from data centres and exports, to drive earnings growth.
PC Jeweller, Shanti Gold & other jewellery stocks rally up to 10%. Here’s why
Jewellery stocks, including Shanti Gold International, PC Jeweller and Sky Gold and Diamonds, rose sharply on Friday as mutual fund houses temporarily restricted fresh subscriptions to gold ETF Fund of Funds. With the festive and wedding season approaching, analysts expect resilient gold demand, while organised retailers could benefit from market share gains.
Persistent Systems shares slide 5% despite Q2 revenue growth. Buy, sell or hold?
Persistent Systems shares fell 5% despite 7.8% sequential constant-currency revenue growth in Q2FY27, as margin contraction and a sharp decline in profit weighed on sentiment. Brokerages remained divided on the stock amid valuation concerns and acquisition-related costs.