Accenture’s weak bookings raise AI fears, but Indian IT may weather the storm: Sandip Agarwal
Accenture’s recent earnings reveal a sharp decline in new bookings and a reduced guidance, sparking concerns about AI’s impact on the IT services industry. While AI isn’t officially blamed, the significant drop in orders suggests a deflationary effect. However, Indian IT firms are expected to remain resilient due to different geographical exposure and operational strengths.
ICICI Prudential AMC shares fall 2% as IPO lock-in expiry frees up Rs 1.2 lakh crore stake for trade
ICICI Prudential AMC shares dropped 2% to Rs 513 as 34.4 crore shares became eligible for trade post IPO lock-in expiry. The company’s stock has seen significant volatility since its December listing, currently trading 32% above its listing price and 59% above its IPO price. Recent earnings show a 10% year-on-year profit increase in Q4 […]
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.
Amber Enterprises shares jump 3% after manufacturing partnership with Oppo India
Amber Enterprises India’s shares surged after announcing a strategic manufacturing collaboration with Oppo Mobiles India. The partnership will see Amber manufacture mobile phones for Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme, leveraging its scale and local supply chain strengths. This move significantly strengthens Amber’s position in India’s electronics manufacturing sector.
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.