Dollar set to weaken in 2026; Rupee faces its own set of challenges, Abhishek Goenka decodes
The Indian Rupee faced significant underperformance in 2025. Experts predict the Rupee will continue to weaken in 2026, even as the US Dollar is also expected to decline. This outlook is shaped by global economic shifts and domestic Indian factors. The extent of Rupee weakness is anticipated to be less severe than the previous year.
KPI Green Energy Q3 Results: Net profit grows 48% YoY to Rs 126 cr
KPI Green Energy reported a significant 48% surge in its consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 125.80 crore for the December quarter of 2025, driven by robust revenue growth. Total income climbed to Rs 676.05 crore. The company also announced a third interim dividend of 0.20 paisa per equity share for FY 2025-26.
Tata Teleservices shares slide 6% in 2 days after Q3 results. Here’s why
Shares of Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra) have fallen more than 6% in two sessions after its December-quarter results, as investors looked beyond a sharp narrowing of losses and focused on an 11.5% year-on-year decline in revenue and weak technical indicators that signalled continued near-term pressure on the stock.
Persistent Systems shares tumble over 3% after Q3 results: Should you buy, sell or hold?
Amidst a slight downturn in share prices on Wednesday, Persistent Systems continues to draw analysts’ praise following its December quarterly performance. With margins exceeding expectations and a string of successful deals, the outlook remains bright; however, some analysts are calling for more transparency regarding the durability of these margin gains.
AU SFB shares gain 2% as Q3 profit rises 26% YoY. Should you buy, sell or hold?
AU Small Finance Bank shares saw a rise of over 2 percent. The lender reported a strong December quarter performance. Net profit increased by 26 percent year-on-year. Net interest income also showed healthy growth. Margins improved, and non-interest income remained a key contributor. Deposits were robust, and asset quality continued to improve.
D-Street has an upside & downside on Hindustan Zinc
Hindustan Zinc’s December quarter results have drawn mixed reactions from brokerages. While analysts are impressed by the company’s robust operating performance, they express caution regarding the stock’s high valuation. Price targets from various firms suggest potential downside or modest upside from current levels.
Gold soars to a new high of $4,700, silver breaks above $95 for first time
Gold reached a new record high of $4,700 an ounce as geopolitical tensions fueled safe-haven demand, while silver also surpassed $95. A weaker dollar and expectations of US interest rate cuts are further supporting the precious metals’ rally.
IT earnings recovery not quite made to order, but seen on track
Despite strong order bookings, the BSE Infotech index has seen minimal gains, reflecting investor concerns over project execution delays slowing revenue growth. Analysts anticipate a gradual recovery driven by large deal ramp-ups and AI opportunities, though short-term trends remain subject to geopolitical factors.
In a world on edge, rupee can’t hide its slip even with RBI help
The Indian rupee weakened to 90.98/$1 on Tuesday, nearing all-time lows despite a weaker dollar index. Sustained foreign investor exits from Indian equities and high government bond yields weighed on the currency. The central bank intervened by selling dollars to protect the 91/$1 level, but the rupee is expected to continue its depreciation bias.
More pain ahead? Top 10 retail-dominated stocks crash up to 43% as Indian markets underperformed since one year
Retail-dominated Indian stocks have experienced significant declines, with top performers crashing up to 43% since June 2024. This sharp correction, particularly in stocks with high retail ownership, highlights the vulnerability of crowded trades when market momentum shifts. Several prominent companies across sectors like infrastructure, green energy, and IT have seen substantial losses.