15 stocks that Mukul Agrawal, Ashish Kacholia, RK Damani and others bought during March-quarter crash
The sharp fall in indices created pockets of opportunity in niche and under-owned stocks.
I…P…Oh! Retail investors turn selective after listings misfire
Retail investors are shunning IPOs in early 2026, a stark reversal from previous years, as weak market conditions and tepid listings dampen enthusiasm. Many mainboard IPOs failed to fully subscribe their retail portions, with some seeing significant under-subscription.
LIC to issue 1 bonus share for every share held
Life Insurance Corporation of India announced its first bonus share issue in a 1:1 ratio, doubling its paid-up equity base. This move aims to reward shareholders amid the stock’s underperformance since its 2022 public debut. The issuance, subject to approval, will capitalize reserves and is expected within two months.
Global Markets: Stocks gain, oil and dollar retreat on hopes for US-Iran resolution
Asian stocks rose as the U.S. indicated ongoing dialogue with Iran for a deal, despite port blockades. Oil prices and the dollar declined as market sentiment favored diplomacy over supply disruption fears. Investors are trading on hope for an agreement, pushing equities higher for now.
Wall St Expects a Cautious Fed as T-Bill Demand Winds Down
Wall Street anticipates the Federal Reserve will adopt a gradual strategy for reducing its balance sheet expansion. The central bank began purchasing approximately $40 billion in short-term Treasuries monthly in December to alleviate funding market pressures. Officials suggest the pace of these purchases will be significantly reduced, moving cautiously to avoid missteps as the Fed […]
Private lenders likely to fare better than public peers in Q4
Analysts anticipate divergent March quarter earnings for banks, with private lenders projected to see nearly 12% net profit growth while public sector banks expect a modest 2% expansion. Margins may face pressure, though asset quality is expected to remain stable despite geopolitical uncertainties impacting business loans.
Indians rush to book gold as precious metals slide
Gold and silver prices fell on Monday. This drop occurred after US-Iran ceasefire talks failed and President Donald Trump announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Indians are now rushing to book gold. This is for the auspicious Akshaya Tritiya and the upcoming wedding season. Demand momentum is picking up across key markets.
Goldman Sachs shares fall 5% despite 19% YoY earnings growth amid Wall Street gloom
Goldman Sachs shares dropped nearly 5% despite strong Q1 results, as geopolitical tensions and market volatility weighed on sentiment. Revenue, profit, and trading performance improved year-on-year, but broader uncertainty pressured the stock.
US IPO hopefuls forge ahead with listing plans amid market swings
Companies across sectors have resumed IPO roadshows despite Middle East tensions, signalling pent-up demand in the pipeline. Analysts expect listings to pick up if volatility eases, with improving valuations and lower VIX supporting sentiment. 2026 is still seen as a strong year for IPOs despite recent market disruptions.
Haitong sees 26% upside in Paytm. Lists 4 reasons for buying the dips
Haitong has initiated a coverage on One 97 Communication (Paytm) with an ‘Outperform’ rating for a target of Rs 1,410, implying an upside of 26%. The Hong Kong-based brokerage is betting on Paytm’s leadership position in retail digital payments in India which is only growing.