Clouded outlook suggests waiting on IDFC First Bank despite sharp correction
IDFC First Bank’s stock plummeted 16% after a ₹590 crore fraud was discovered at its Chandigarh branch. This incident has significantly dented its valuation multiple, shrinking its price-book ratio to 1.3. The bank faces potential pressure on its CASA deposits as the Haryana government de-empanelled it, raising concerns for other smaller lenders.
US Stocks | Wall Street ends sharply lower amid AI displacement fears and revived tariff angst
A broad selloff sent all three major U.S. stock indexes more than 1% lower by the closing bell, as risk appetite was dampened by a combination of persistent fears over potential disruption due to emergent artificial intelligence technology and Trump’s erratic statements on trade policy, which fueled much of the market volatility during the first […]
Global Market Today | Asian stocks follow US lower on tariff uncertainty
Asian shares declined as AI’s impact on profits and tariff uncertainty worried investors. Wall Street saw a significant drop, with tech stocks particularly affected by AI disruption fears. This follows a strong start to the year for Asian markets compared to the US.
Global ETF craze has retail buyers paying steep premiums
Investors are flocking to international mutual funds for higher returns. However, many overseas ETFs are trading at a 20-25% premium to their actual value. This is due to Reserve Bank of India’s investment limits for mutual funds. Investors buying these ETFs on exchanges face a risk of significant capital loss if the RBI lifts these […]
Price targets, ratings of big IT companies cut on ‘downside risks’
Jefferies has downgraded several major Indian IT stocks, including Infosys and TCS, citing AI-related disruptions and greater downside risks. The brokerage shifted its preference to mid-sized IT firms, identifying Coforge, Sagility, and IKS as top picks with projected returns of 19-26%.
D-Street up on bank, auto boost amid caution ahead of F&O expiry
Indian equity benchmarks rose on Monday, with the Nifty and Sensex gaining 0.6% amid mixed investor sentiment. While optimism surrounded lower US tariffs, renewed negotiation uncertainty loomed. Foreign portfolio investors were net buyers, contributing to the market’s uptick, though the IT sector saw a decline.
Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey flags big PMS overhaul, to examine new RBI funding rules
Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator plans a comprehensive overhaul of PMS rules to improve suitability, governance, and conduct, while also examining industry representations on the RBI’s new capital-market funding framework. He added that Sebi is also working on oversight for to-be-listed stocks.
Valuation discipline key as markets navigate tariff noise: Manishi Raychaudhuri
Global trade policy volatility is forcing investors to reassess strategies, with market strategist Manishi Raychaudhuri advising a focus on domestic growth. He highlights basic materials, industrials, and consumer discretionary sectors, while cautioning against exporters, consumer staples, and IT services due to valuation and margin concerns.
Exclusive | Can cheap valuations shield IT stocks from AI disruption? S Naren explains
Valuations in Indian IT stocks have become attractive amid AI disruption concerns, but S Naren of ICICI Prudential AMC stresses that low multiples alone are insufficient. Clarity on long-term growth and AI’s true impact is crucial for investor confidence and potential upside in the sector.
Positive Breakout: These 9 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the NSE list of stocks with a market cap over Rs 10,000 crore, nine stocks’ close prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on February 20, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. The 200-day daily moving average (DMA) is used as a key indicator by traders for determining the overall trend in […]