MF Tracker: Can this 3 and 5 year top performer PSU fund extend its winning streak?
SBI PSU Fund has emerged as the top performing equity mutual fund over three and five years, riding a strong rally in public sector stocks. Experts assess whether earnings momentum, sector re rating and government support can sustain returns amid post Budget 2026 volatility and rising valuation concerns.
Hindustan Copper Q3 Results: Cons PAT soars 149% YoY to Rs 156 crore; interim dividend declared
Hindustan Copper Q3 Results: Hindustan Copper reported a 149% YoY jump in Q3 net profit to Rs 156 crore, with revenue doubling to Rs 687 crore. Sequentially, profit dipped 16% on softer topline. The company declared a Re 1 interim dividend with February 13 as the record date for the payout.
No immediate steps planned to regulate equity derivatives: Tuhin Kanta Pandey
Sebi chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey stated no immediate regulations are planned for equity derivatives, with the current framework to continue. He also indicated that a US-India trade deal would boost investments by removing regulatory overhang and trade frictions. Separately, Sebi proposed exempting market makers’ algorithmic orders from penalties under the order-to-trade ratio framework.
Sebi to ease ‘fit and proper person’ criteria
Sebi proposes to revise ‘fit and proper person’ criteria for market intermediaries, including stockbrokers, to ease compliance burdens. The regulator suggests removing automatic disqualification upon filing of an FIR or charge sheet in economic offense cases, advocating for case-by-case assessment of conduct and investor risk.
Motilal Oswal urges balanced portfolio mix as India-US trade deal lifts sentiment
Motilal Oswal Private Wealth recommends a balanced investment strategy, suggesting 50% allocation to large-cap and hybrid funds, 40% to mid and small-caps, and 10% to global markets. Investors are advised to make immediate lump-sum investments in large caps and hybrids, while staggering mid and small-cap allocations over the next few months. Partial profit-booking in silver […]
IT companies tumble on Anthropic shock; some feel its a short alarm
Indian IT stocks saw a significant fall on Wednesday. This decline followed a sell-off in US counterparts after Anthropic launched new AI tools. Market watchers fear these automation tools could replace outsourced IT services, potentially pressuring margins for Indian IT firms. Experts suggest long-term investors monitor deal trends for AI’s impact.
Asian stocks fall after tech selloff, gold gains
Asian stocks mirrored Wall Street’s tech sell-off, with South Korea’s Kospi leading losses amid concerns over high valuations and spending. While tech giants like Alphabet and Arm Holdings saw declines, futures for US gauges rose, suggesting easing selling pressure. Gold and silver advanced, continuing their rebound from a recent plunge.
India must boost capital markets so Indians grow with economy: Larry Fink, chief executive, BlackRock
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink urges India to prioritize domestic capital markets over foreign inflows for sustained economic participation. He highlights India’s advanced financial infrastructure, from digital payments to asset tokenization, as a strong foundation for growth. Fink also downplayed AI bubble concerns, emphasizing underinvestment risks, especially in the US, amidst China’s progress.
Will secondary market SGB maturity returns now be taxed? Budget 2026 has changed the rules
Budget 2026 clarifies that tax-free maturity benefits on Sovereign Gold Bonds will apply only to primary investors who bought directly from the government at issuance. Those purchasing SGBs from the secondary market will now face capital gains tax at redemption, altering post-tax returns and reducing the appeal of near-maturity secondary market bonds.
Nykaa Q3 Results Preview: PAT may surge up to 192% YoY led by BPC momentum; revenue to rise up to 28%
Nykaa is poised for a strong performance in the December quarter. Robust festive demand and sustained momentum in its Beauty and Personal Care segment are expected to drive significant profit growth. Brokerage estimates project a substantial surge in net profit and revenue. The company is set to announce its earnings on Thursday, February 5.