Hyundai Motor, 360 One Wam among 5 F&O stocks with sharp rise in futures open Interest
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hyundai-motor-360-one-wam-among-5-fo-stocks-with-sharp-rise-in-futures-open-interest/slideshow/130128659.cms
A sharp increase in futures open interest indicates a significant rise in the number of active, unexpired contracts in a given security.
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A sharp increase in futures open interest indicates a significant rise in the number of active, unexpired contracts in a given security.
Iran war halts but missiles would echo in Q4 results: 40 stocks may report over 20% profit dip
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/iran-war-halts-but-missiles-would-echo-in-q4-results-40-stocks-may-report-over-20-profit-dip/articleshow/130128723.cms
India's corporate earnings for the quarter ended March 2026 are feeling the economic heat from the recent Israel-US-Iran conflict. While some sectors like NBFCs and metals are set for strong growth, others, particularly oil and gas and auto, face significant profit declines due to crude price spikes and rising input costs. Investors are advised to maintain a cautious outlook.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/iran-war-halts-but-missiles-would-echo-in-q4-results-40-stocks-may-report-over-20-profit-dip/articleshow/130128723.cms
India's corporate earnings for the quarter ended March 2026 are feeling the economic heat from the recent Israel-US-Iran conflict. While some sectors like NBFCs and metals are set for strong growth, others, particularly oil and gas and auto, face significant profit declines due to crude price spikes and rising input costs. Investors are advised to maintain a cautious outlook.
HDFC Bank vs SBI: Which stock should you buy now?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hdfc-bank-vs-sbi-which-stock-should-you-buy-now/articleshow/130128765.cms
Following a March selloff, banking stocks like SBI and HDFC Bank have seen sharp April recoveries, prompting analysts to evaluate their valuations. While both banks show strong fundamentals, HDFC Bank is seen as more attractive from a risk-reward perspective due to post-merger synergies and improving operational efficiencies.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hdfc-bank-vs-sbi-which-stock-should-you-buy-now/articleshow/130128765.cms
Following a March selloff, banking stocks like SBI and HDFC Bank have seen sharp April recoveries, prompting analysts to evaluate their valuations. While both banks show strong fundamentals, HDFC Bank is seen as more attractive from a risk-reward perspective due to post-merger synergies and improving operational efficiencies.
ITC Hotels shares in focus after marquee investor GQG sells Rs 197-crore stake. What lies ahead?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/itc-hotels-shares-in-focus-after-marquee-investor-gqg-sells-rs-197-crore-stake-what-lies-ahead/articleshow/130128796.cms
ITC Hotels shares are under scrutiny after GQG Partners sold a partial stake worth Rs 197 crore. Despite a 22% dip this year, driven by geopolitical tensions, the company's core hotel business shows growth in occupancy and pricing. Brokerages remain bullish, anticipating expansion and real estate revenue boosts, suggesting the recent stock fall is an overreaction.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/itc-hotels-shares-in-focus-after-marquee-investor-gqg-sells-rs-197-crore-stake-what-lies-ahead/articleshow/130128796.cms
ITC Hotels shares are under scrutiny after GQG Partners sold a partial stake worth Rs 197 crore. Despite a 22% dip this year, driven by geopolitical tensions, the company's core hotel business shows growth in occupancy and pricing. Brokerages remain bullish, anticipating expansion and real estate revenue boosts, suggesting the recent stock fall is an overreaction.
TCS shares in focus ahead of IT firm’s Q4 earnings announcement. What to expect?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tcs-shares-in-focus-ahead-of-it-firms-q4-earnings-announcement-what-to-expect/articleshow/130128834.cms
Investors are keenly watching TCS's earnings announcement following a significant IT stock plunge. Analysts anticipate moderate revenue and profit growth, with BFSI and technology verticals driving performance. Deal wins are expected to remain robust, while margins are projected to be stable, with a focus on AI investments and employee restructuring.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tcs-shares-in-focus-ahead-of-it-firms-q4-earnings-announcement-what-to-expect/articleshow/130128834.cms
Investors are keenly watching TCS's earnings announcement following a significant IT stock plunge. Analysts anticipate moderate revenue and profit growth, with BFSI and technology verticals driving performance. Deal wins are expected to remain robust, while margins are projected to be stable, with a focus on AI investments and employee restructuring.
Crude is now less rude: What $90 oil means for your stocks, rupee, Indian economy
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/crude-is-now-less-rude-what-90-oil-means-for-your-stocks-rupee-indian-economy/articleshow/130129620.cms
Global oil markets may be entering a structurally higher price regime, with Brent expected to remain elevated despite a US-led Israel-Iran ceasefire. India faces near-term relief but faces risks of imported inflation and a widening current account deficit. While valuations are attractive, sustained foreign investor inflows hinge on West Asian stability and declining crude prices.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/crude-is-now-less-rude-what-90-oil-means-for-your-stocks-rupee-indian-economy/articleshow/130129620.cms
Global oil markets may be entering a structurally higher price regime, with Brent expected to remain elevated despite a US-led Israel-Iran ceasefire. India faces near-term relief but faces risks of imported inflation and a widening current account deficit. While valuations are attractive, sustained foreign investor inflows hinge on West Asian stability and declining crude prices.
Honasa Consumer shares rocket 11% on strong Q4 business update. Here’s everything you need to know
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/honasa-consumer-shares-rocket-11-on-strong-q4-business-update-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/articleshow/130129684.cms
Honasa Consumer shares rose sharply on Thursday after the company posted a strong Q4 business update, with growth expected in the late twenties. Its flagship brand Mamaearth, continues to gain traction, while younger brands and offline channels drive momentum. Profitability is seen as steady with operating leverage benefits.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/honasa-consumer-shares-rocket-11-on-strong-q4-business-update-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/articleshow/130129684.cms
Honasa Consumer shares rose sharply on Thursday after the company posted a strong Q4 business update, with growth expected in the late twenties. Its flagship brand Mamaearth, continues to gain traction, while younger brands and offline channels drive momentum. Profitability is seen as steady with operating leverage benefits.
Oil retailers losing Rs 21 per litre on petrol and Rs 28 on diesel: Jefferies
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/oil-retailers-losing-rs-21-per-litre-on-petrol-and-rs-28-on-diesel-jefferies/articleshow/130130401.cms
Indian state-run oil companies are facing significant losses on fuel sales, with petrol and diesel losses reaching Rs 21 and Rs 28 per litre respectively, despite a recent excise duty cut. Surging global refining margins, driven by Middle East supply disruptions and Russian infrastructure damage, have exacerbated the situation, leading to frozen retail fuel prices.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/oil-retailers-losing-rs-21-per-litre-on-petrol-and-rs-28-on-diesel-jefferies/articleshow/130130401.cms
Indian state-run oil companies are facing significant losses on fuel sales, with petrol and diesel losses reaching Rs 21 and Rs 28 per litre respectively, despite a recent excise duty cut. Surging global refining margins, driven by Middle East supply disruptions and Russian infrastructure damage, have exacerbated the situation, leading to frozen retail fuel prices.
HFCL shares rally 8%, extend gains to Day 2. Here's why
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hfcl-shares-rally-8-extend-gains-to-day-2-heres-why/articleshow/130131523.cms
HFCL shares surged after its subsidiary HTL Limited won orders worth Rs 1,366 crore. These orders are for optical fibre cables and will be executed by December this year. The company also recently expanded into aeronautics manufacturing. HFCL has a significant five-year supply agreement for optical fibre cables valued at approximately $1.10 billion.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hfcl-shares-rally-8-extend-gains-to-day-2-heres-why/articleshow/130131523.cms
HFCL shares surged after its subsidiary HTL Limited won orders worth Rs 1,366 crore. These orders are for optical fibre cables and will be executed by December this year. The company also recently expanded into aeronautics manufacturing. HFCL has a significant five-year supply agreement for optical fibre cables valued at approximately $1.10 billion.
TCS to announce dividend today. Here’s how IT major has rewarded shareholders in last 5 years
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tcs-to-announce-dividend-today-heres-how-it-major-has-rewarded-shareholders-in-last-5-years/articleshow/130131644.cms
India's IT giant, TCS, is poised to reveal its fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday, with a dividend payout also on the agenda. Analysts anticipate robust year-on-year growth in revenue and profit, though sequential growth is expected to be modest. The BFSI sector is projected to be a key growth driver, while others show mixed performance.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tcs-to-announce-dividend-today-heres-how-it-major-has-rewarded-shareholders-in-last-5-years/articleshow/130131644.cms
India's IT giant, TCS, is poised to reveal its fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday, with a dividend payout also on the agenda. Analysts anticipate robust year-on-year growth in revenue and profit, though sequential growth is expected to be modest. The BFSI sector is projected to be a key growth driver, while others show mixed performance.
PSU banks vs private bank stocks: Nomura analysts give 4 reasons to rotate your money
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/psu-banks-vs-private-bank-stocks-nomura-analysts-give-4-reasons-to-rotate-your-money/articleshow/130132044.cms
After strong outperformance by PSU banks over the past year, Nomura turns cautious and prefers a shift to private banks, citing better risk-reward despite PSU banks’ gains driven by improved fundamentals.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/psu-banks-vs-private-bank-stocks-nomura-analysts-give-4-reasons-to-rotate-your-money/articleshow/130132044.cms
After strong outperformance by PSU banks over the past year, Nomura turns cautious and prefers a shift to private banks, citing better risk-reward despite PSU banks’ gains driven by improved fundamentals.
Ola Electric shares jump 17% despite market weakness; up 22% in two days. What’s fueling the surge?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ola-electric-shares-jump-17-despite-market-weakness-up-22-in-two-days-whats-fueling-the-surge/articleshow/130132379.cms
Ola Electric shares surged significantly on Thursday. This rise follows the company's announcement of its self-developed Lithium Iron Phosphate cell. This new cell is expected to lower EV costs and boost adoption. Ola Electric's Gigafactory is also progressing well. The company reported strong sales in March, indicating a demand recovery.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ola-electric-shares-jump-17-despite-market-weakness-up-22-in-two-days-whats-fueling-the-surge/articleshow/130132379.cms
Ola Electric shares surged significantly on Thursday. This rise follows the company's announcement of its self-developed Lithium Iron Phosphate cell. This new cell is expected to lower EV costs and boost adoption. Ola Electric's Gigafactory is also progressing well. The company reported strong sales in March, indicating a demand recovery.
TCS Q4 Results FY26 Live Updates: Net profit at Rs 13,718 crore; co declares dividend of Rs 31/share
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/live-blog/tcs-q4-results-tata-consultancy-services-q3-fy27-revenue-earning-profit-loss-dividend-report-date-time/liveblog/130133447.cms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/live-blog/tcs-q4-results-tata-consultancy-services-q3-fy27-revenue-earning-profit-loss-dividend-report-date-time/liveblog/130133447.cms
6 big-ticket stocks crack up to 40% in just 3 months. Should you worry?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/6-big-ticket-stocks-crack-up-to-40-in-just-3-months-should-you-worry/slideshow/130133634.cms
Analysis shows that six of these stocks have dropped 20-40% from their previous levels, highlighting significant corrections in the high-value segment.
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Analysis shows that six of these stocks have dropped 20-40% from their previous levels, highlighting significant corrections in the high-value segment.
Housing finance stocks near inflection point, Bernstein picks 2 favourites
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/housing-finance-stocks-near-inflection-point-bernstein-picks-2-favourites/articleshow/130133698.cms
Affordable housing finance stocks are nearing a turning point. Bernstein highlights attractive valuations and improving growth and asset quality. HomeFirst and Aadhar Housing Finance are named as preferred investments. The sector is poised for a turnaround, offering significant upside potential for investors. This presents a favorable entry point for the segment.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/housing-finance-stocks-near-inflection-point-bernstein-picks-2-favourites/articleshow/130133698.cms
Affordable housing finance stocks are nearing a turning point. Bernstein highlights attractive valuations and improving growth and asset quality. HomeFirst and Aadhar Housing Finance are named as preferred investments. The sector is poised for a turnaround, offering significant upside potential for investors. This presents a favorable entry point for the segment.
6 high-price stocks crack up to 40% in just 3 months. Are you impacted?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/6-high-priced-stocks-tumble-up-to-40-in-just-3-months-are-you-impacted/slideshow/130134554.cms
High-priced stocks on the BSE experienced significant volatility in early 2026. While geopolitical uncertainties led to sharp corrections of 20-40% for several stocks, a select few defied the trend, rallying by 20-40%. This segment presents a dynamic landscape of both risk and reward for investors.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/6-high-priced-stocks-tumble-up-to-40-in-just-3-months-are-you-impacted/slideshow/130134554.cms
High-priced stocks on the BSE experienced significant volatility in early 2026. While geopolitical uncertainties led to sharp corrections of 20-40% for several stocks, a select few defied the trend, rallying by 20-40%. This segment presents a dynamic landscape of both risk and reward for investors.
Pakistan’s stock market plunges, KSE100 index drops 3,800 points on fading ceasefire hopes
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/pakistans-stock-market-plunges-kse100-index-drops-3800-points-on-fading-ceasefire-hopes/articleshow/130135303.cms
Pakistan's stock market experienced a sharp decline on Thursday. This follows a significant surge on Wednesday after news of a temporary US-Iran ceasefire. Hopes for a lasting peace have faded as both nations refuse to de-escalate the Middle East conflict. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, impacting regional stability and investor confidence.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/pakistans-stock-market-plunges-kse100-index-drops-3800-points-on-fading-ceasefire-hopes/articleshow/130135303.cms
Pakistan's stock market experienced a sharp decline on Thursday. This follows a significant surge on Wednesday after news of a temporary US-Iran ceasefire. Hopes for a lasting peace have faded as both nations refuse to de-escalate the Middle East conflict. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, impacting regional stability and investor confidence.
$67 billion! Dalal Street braces for 81 IPO lock-in expiries in next 3 months. Check details
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/67-billion-dalal-street-braces-for-81-ipo-lock-in-expiries-in-next-3-months-check-details/articleshow/130135452.cms
A wave of IPO lock-in expiries is set to hit Dalal Street, with 81 companies unlocking nearly $70 billion worth of shares over the next three months, though large-scale selling may be limited as promoters are likely to retain holdings.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/67-billion-dalal-street-braces-for-81-ipo-lock-in-expiries-in-next-3-months-check-details/articleshow/130135452.cms
A wave of IPO lock-in expiries is set to hit Dalal Street, with 81 companies unlocking nearly $70 billion worth of shares over the next three months, though large-scale selling may be limited as promoters are likely to retain holdings.
Sensex @ 95,000 in 9 months? Morgan Stanley's Ridham Desai says bull market coming
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sensex-95000-in-9-months-morgan-stanleys-ridham-desai-says-bull-market-coming/articleshow/130136131.cms
Morgan Stanley forecasts the Sensex could reach 95,000 by December 2026, signaling a new bull market driven by India's strong growth prospects and favorable valuations. Despite near-term challenges, a confluence of macro, earnings, and flow indicators supports a significant recovery in Indian equities.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sensex-95000-in-9-months-morgan-stanleys-ridham-desai-says-bull-market-coming/articleshow/130136131.cms
Morgan Stanley forecasts the Sensex could reach 95,000 by December 2026, signaling a new bull market driven by India's strong growth prospects and favorable valuations. Despite near-term challenges, a confluence of macro, earnings, and flow indicators supports a significant recovery in Indian equities.
Honasa Consumer among 7 stocks that hit 52-week high; rally up to 21% in a month
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/honasa-consumer-among-7-stocks-that-hit-52-week-high-rally-up-to-21-in-a-month/slideshow/130142375.cms
Despite a sharp Sensex decline, seven BSE 500 stocks hit 52-week highs, including Ather Energy and ABB India, reflecting strong momentum, recent gains, and continued investor optimism amid broader market weakness.
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Despite a sharp Sensex decline, seven BSE 500 stocks hit 52-week highs, including Ather Energy and ABB India, reflecting strong momentum, recent gains, and continued investor optimism amid broader market weakness.
TCS going all-in on AI as $2.3 billion revenue takes shape. 5 takeaways from Q4 results
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/tcs-going-all-in-on-ai-as-2-3-billion-revenue-takes-shape-5-takeaways-from-q4-results/articleshow/130142319.cms
Tata Consultancy Services signalled a decisive shift by positioning AI as a core growth engine rather than an experimental bet. With annualised AI revenue crossing $2.3 billion, strong deal wins, expanding margins and a rapidly upskilled workforce, the company underscored that enterprise AI adoption is now driving meaningful business momentum.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/tcs-going-all-in-on-ai-as-2-3-billion-revenue-takes-shape-5-takeaways-from-q4-results/articleshow/130142319.cms
Tata Consultancy Services signalled a decisive shift by positioning AI as a core growth engine rather than an experimental bet. With annualised AI revenue crossing $2.3 billion, strong deal wins, expanding margins and a rapidly upskilled workforce, the company underscored that enterprise AI adoption is now driving meaningful business momentum.