DGTR recommends countervailing duty on copper wire imports
The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) suggests imposing countervailing duties, ranging from 3.46% to 10.27%, on copper wire imports from Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This action, prompted by an application from the Indian Primary Copper Producers’ Association, could impact the profitability of Indian electrical wire manufacturers.
India, EU exploring possibility to negotiate FTA in phases: Official
India and the European Union are considering a phased approach to their free trade agreement negotiations due to global trade uncertainties. Following a visit from EU leaders, talks are progressing positively, aiming to boost trade and investment. India’s bilateral trade with the EU reached USD 137.41 billion in 2023-24, making the EU India’s largest trading […]
Rekha Jhunjhunwala adds Canara Bank to portfolio in March quarter, trims stake in this smallcap
Ace investor Rekha Jhunjhunwala re-entered Canara Bank with a 1.46% stake in Q4 FY25 after exiting earlier. The stock has recently rebounded but remains down 27% YoY. She also trimmed her Baazar Style Retail holdings.
Motilal Oswal expects Nifty to grow 2% in Q4, identifies 20 conviction ideas
Motilal Oswal projects muted Q4FY25 earnings, with just 2% YoY growth for the Nifty 50, citing sectoral drags from Oil & Gas, Cement, and Real Estate. While the near-term outlook remains weak, the brokerage remains optimistic about long-term prospects and sees recent market corrections as buying opportunities, recommending large-cap and select mid- and small-cap stocks […]
RBI poised for 25 bps rate cut with accommodative stance amid global headwinds: Upasana Chachra
Morgan Stanley’s Upasana Chachra anticipates a likely 25 bps rate cut by the RBI, followed by another in June, contingent on growth trajectory. Escalating global risks, particularly US tariffs, pose downside risks to India’s GDP, potentially impacting business confidence and investment. While direct trade exposure appears limited, indirect effects via global slowdown are concerning.
Bitcoin rises above $79,600 on tariff negotiation hopes; Solana, Dogecoin jump over 6%
Cryptocurrencies rebounded on Tuesday, with Bitcoin rising above $79,600 and Ethereum holding above $1,500, as easing U.S. tariff concerns improved market sentiment. Altcoins like Solana, Cardano, and Dogecoin also rallied. Despite the recovery, investor caution lingers, with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index in “Extreme Fear.” Analysts see key resistance at $84,000 for Bitcoin, with […]
2 top stock recommendations from Vinay Rajani
Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities suggests caution despite the recent market rebound, noting uncertainty persists. He identifies FMCG and NBFC sectors as showing potential, with FMCG being the stronger of the two. Rajani recommends Britannia and Chambal Fertiliser as specific stock picks for short-term trading, advising strict stop-losses.
OMC stocks rally up to 4% as govt hikes excise duty, raises LPG prices. What should investors do?
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) shares surged the most, rising 4% to a day’s high of Rs 367.50 on the BSE, followed by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) shares, which climbed 2.7% to Rs 281.80. Meanwhile, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) shares increased by 2%, reaching Rs 131.
Short-term rebound could trap investors; better to wait for clarity: Dipan Mehta
Dipan Mehta advises Indian investors to adopt a sell-on-rise strategy amidst global financial uncertainty, drawing parallels to the 2008 crisis. He suggests caution due to potential tariff impacts and a looming global slowdown, advocating for capital protection and increased cash reserves.
Wait and Watch or Buy the Dip? Mowat urges investors to prioritize fundamentals over timing
Adrian Mowat suggests that tariffs, higher than anticipated, have triggered global equity corrections, with uncertainty persisting. He believes the market hasn’t fully priced in a potential US recession caused by these tariffs. Investors should analyze potential investments’ sensitivity to US policy and assess valuations, as current Indian large-cap valuations may not offer sufficient cushion.