Inflation’s ways give room for a rate cut, but RBI may not do it
Despite benign inflation and room for monetary easing, economists anticipate the RBI to maintain rates at its October meeting. While recent GST cuts and a strong Q1 GDP offer a consumption boost, the impact of tariffs and potential food price increases due to crop damage create uncertainty.
Improving sentiment may take Nifty towards 25,500: Analysts
Nifty 50 is set to climb towards 25,500. Market breadth is improving. Analysts suggest buying on dips, with support at 24,700. BFSI, auto, consumption, and metals sectors are likely to outperform. IT and infrastructure sectors present bargain-buying chances. Stocks like SBI, Axis Bank, TCS, and Maruti could see gains. Railtel and Persistent Systems also look […]
Market cheers Infosys buyback, but tax bite looms for investors
Infosys has announced a mega share buyback. This has brought cheer to the stock market. New tax rules apply to this buyback. Individual shareholders now pay tax on the entire buyback amount. This is treated as dividend income. TDS applies. Investors can record capital loss. This can be set off against capital gains.
Warren Buffett’s cautionary tale: Why investors still chase ‘oil in hell’
Warren Buffett often recalls Benjamin Graham’s parable of “oil discovered in hell” to illustrate herd-driven investing. The tale highlights how fear of missing out and crowd psychology can overpower rational analysis, reminding investors to resist speculation and focus on intrinsic value.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Indian markets closed higher on Friday, with Nifty 50 rising for an eighth consecutive session, supported by softer U.S. labor data, potential Fed rate cuts, and progress in U.S.-India trade talks. Domestic buying interest was seen in JBM Auto, Hindustan Copper, and Gujarat Mineral Development, while global markets showed mixed trends.
PSU stocks shine in FY26: 11 gain over 25%, one turns multibagger
PSU stocks have rallied in FY26, with the BSE PSU Index rising 6.1%, outpacing Sensex gains. Of 62 listed PSUs, 47 posted positive returns, including 11 surging over 25%. Top performers like Gujarat Mineral Development and KIOCL highlight renewed investor confidence despite a few laggards.
9 penny stocks jumped up to 50% in two weeks. Did you catch the rally?
Eight penny stocks gained 25–52% over two weeks, identified for low market capitalization, sub-Rs 20 price, and high trading volumes, highlighting small-cap momentum opportunities.
Market Trading Guide: Buy RailTel, Bajaj Finance, and 3 more stocks on Monday; gains seen up to 9%
Indian benchmark indices maintained their winning streak on Friday with Nifty closing the session positive for the eighth successive time. The index managed to stay in the green as PUT writers provided support around the 25,000 mark.Commenting on the day’s action, Rupak De, Senior Technical Analyst at LKP Securities, said that Nifty appears to be […]
5 hot stock ideas for this week: Cochin Shipyard, Railtel, Datamatics & more
Indian equities opened the week cautiously optimistic, with analysts highlighting five stocks showing technical strength and near-term upside potential. Datamatics, Graphite India, RailTel, Cochin Shipyard, and Bajaj Finance have been identified with specific buy calls, target prices, and stop-loss levels, offering trading opportunities amid resilient market momentum.
Ola Electric vs Ather Energy shares: Which EV bet looks stronger for your portfolio right now?
Ather Energy shares have surged 66% post-IPO, while Ola Electric has lost 22.5% since debut. Analysts highlight Ather’s strong revenue growth and momentum, versus Ola’s larger scale and policy advantages, leaving investors to weigh high-risk, high-growth EV bets carefully for portfolio inclusion.