NALCO shares drop 6%. Are metals losing momentum?

Shares of NALCO fell on Thursday, ending a four-day, 14% rally, as profit booking hit India’s metals sector. All 15 stocks on the Nifty Metal index traded lower amid cooling global commodity prices and stretched valuations.

Regulatory chatter on commissions puts insurance stocks under the lens

Speculation about changes to insurance commissions is back on Dalal Street. This is raising concerns for distributors and insurers. Analysts warn that stock prices might not fully reflect these potential regulatory shifts. While the December quarter shows strong momentum for insurers, especially in health and term plans, any commission cuts could hurt volumes. Policybazaar also […]

Silver’s stellar run may cool in 2026, pullbacks offer better entry points: Saif Mukadam

Silver may see intermittent corrections in 2026 despite strong long-term fundamentals, with Saif Mukadam advising caution on current investment levels. Gold is expected to outperform silver, while oil prices are likely to remain under pressure due to a supply surplus. Copper’s structural story remains intact, but patience is needed for entry, and aluminium stands out […]

Cipla among 5 F&O stocks with a sharp rise in futures open interest

On January 7, futures open interest rose notably across five F&O stocks, contributing to a cumulative increase of over 10% compared with the previous session. A rise in futures open interest points to a build-up of active contracts, suggesting fresh positioning or expansion of existing positions by traders.

Big US banks poised for strong Q4 as dealmaking revival lifts earnings

Major US banks are set to post stronger fourth-quarter earnings as a revival in dealmaking, resilient trading activity and improving capital markets lift revenues. Analysts expect investment banking and markets businesses to drive results amid steady loan growth and supportive economic conditions.

Positive Breakout: These 11 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs

In the Nifty500 pack, 11 stocks’ closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on January 07, 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 […]