Meet broad-based rules while serving AIFs, Sebi clarifies
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/meet-broad-based-rules-while-serving-aifs-sebi-clarifies/articleshow/130184324.cms
In a push to tighten regulations, Sebi has laid down fresh guidelines for asset management companies overseeing alternative investment funds. Each scheme is now required to include at least 20 investors, ensuring that no individual investor exceeds a 25% stake in the fund's total corpus.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/meet-broad-based-rules-while-serving-aifs-sebi-clarifies/articleshow/130184324.cms
In a push to tighten regulations, Sebi has laid down fresh guidelines for asset management companies overseeing alternative investment funds. Each scheme is now required to include at least 20 investors, ensuring that no individual investor exceeds a 25% stake in the fund's total corpus.
Guardrails for MFIs need to continue
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/guardrails-for-mfis-need-to-continue/articleshow/130184371.cms
In a recent advisory, Sa-Dhan, a key player in the microfinance arena, underscores the necessity of upholding lending standards for financially vulnerable populations. These standards not only mitigate the risk of over-borrowing but also enhance trust within the financial ecosystem. The microfinance sector continues to demonstrate its resilience amid market fluctuations.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/guardrails-for-mfis-need-to-continue/articleshow/130184371.cms
In a recent advisory, Sa-Dhan, a key player in the microfinance arena, underscores the necessity of upholding lending standards for financially vulnerable populations. These standards not only mitigate the risk of over-borrowing but also enhance trust within the financial ecosystem. The microfinance sector continues to demonstrate its resilience amid market fluctuations.
Regulator bars 39 entities for alleged manipulation of RRP Semicon share price
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/regulator-bars-39-entities-for-alleged-manipulation-of-rrp-semicon-share-price/articleshow/130184461.cms
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has intervened in the case of RRP Semiconductor, taking serious measures against 39 entities implicated in suspected stock price manipulation. The regulator discovered a systematic approach that inflated the company's share price beyond sustainable limits.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/regulator-bars-39-entities-for-alleged-manipulation-of-rrp-semicon-share-price/articleshow/130184461.cms
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has intervened in the case of RRP Semiconductor, taking serious measures against 39 entities implicated in suspected stock price manipulation. The regulator discovered a systematic approach that inflated the company's share price beyond sustainable limits.
Global funds flee Indian stocks at record pace on growth fears
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/global-funds-flee-indian-stocks-at-record-pace-on-growth-fears/articleshow/130184531.cms
Global funds are exiting Indian equities at a record pace, driven by an energy shock from the US-Iran war and a lack of compelling AI-linked investment narratives. This sustained selling has pressured local shares, with over $600 billion wiped off their value from last year's peak, despite strong domestic inflows.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/global-funds-flee-indian-stocks-at-record-pace-on-growth-fears/articleshow/130184531.cms
Global funds are exiting Indian equities at a record pace, driven by an energy shock from the US-Iran war and a lack of compelling AI-linked investment narratives. This sustained selling has pressured local shares, with over $600 billion wiped off their value from last year's peak, despite strong domestic inflows.
FIIs sell Indian equities worth Rs 48,213 crore in April, so far; FY26 sell-off balloons to Rs 1.79 lakh crore
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/fiis-sell-indian-equities-worth-rs-48213-crore-in-april-so-far-fy26-sell-off-balloons-to-rs-1-79-lakh-crore/articleshow/130184582.cms
Foreign investors continued their significant sell-off in Indian equities, offloading Rs 48,213 crore in April alone. Despite this trend, domestic markets ended Friday with strong gains, buoyed by buying from local institutional investors. Market direction hinges on upcoming US-Iran peace talks, which could impact crude prices and investor sentiment.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/fiis-sell-indian-equities-worth-rs-48213-crore-in-april-so-far-fy26-sell-off-balloons-to-rs-1-79-lakh-crore/articleshow/130184582.cms
Foreign investors continued their significant sell-off in Indian equities, offloading Rs 48,213 crore in April alone. Despite this trend, domestic markets ended Friday with strong gains, buoyed by buying from local institutional investors. Market direction hinges on upcoming US-Iran peace talks, which could impact crude prices and investor sentiment.
Concurrent Gainers: 11 stocks that gained for five straight days, rallying 15–30%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/concurrent-gainers-11-stocks-that-gained-for-five-straight-days-rallying-1530/slideshow/130185263.cms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/concurrent-gainers-11-stocks-that-gained-for-five-straight-days-rallying-1530/slideshow/130185263.cms
From Panic to Patience: 7 investing lessons from James O’Shaughnessy for today’s turbulent markets
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/from-panic-to-patience-7-investing-lessons-from-james-oshaughnessy-for-todays-turbulent-markets/articleshow/130185713.cms
Amidst global market turmoil driven by inflation and geopolitical risks, veteran investor James O’Shaughnessy’s timeless principles offer a crucial guide. His framework stresses a long-term perspective, a robust process over chasing quick gains, ignoring forecasts, and unwavering discipline. Mastering behavior, not predicting the future, is key to weathering volatility and achieving lasting wealth.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/from-panic-to-patience-7-investing-lessons-from-james-oshaughnessy-for-todays-turbulent-markets/articleshow/130185713.cms
Amidst global market turmoil driven by inflation and geopolitical risks, veteran investor James O’Shaughnessy’s timeless principles offer a crucial guide. His framework stresses a long-term perspective, a robust process over chasing quick gains, ignoring forecasts, and unwavering discipline. Mastering behavior, not predicting the future, is key to weathering volatility and achieving lasting wealth.
From complexity to clarity: How AI is transforming insurance for customers
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/from-complexity-to-clarity-how-ai-is-transforming-insurance-for-customers/articleshow/130185935.cms
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing insurance in India. Customers now start their search online, with AI simplifying complex policies into easy conversations. This technology makes insurance understandable and accessible, even in smaller cities. AI-powered tools handle queries, speed up processes, and personalize recommendations. This shift is crucial for increasing insurance penetration across the nation.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/from-complexity-to-clarity-how-ai-is-transforming-insurance-for-customers/articleshow/130185935.cms
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing insurance in India. Customers now start their search online, with AI simplifying complex policies into easy conversations. This technology makes insurance understandable and accessible, even in smaller cities. AI-powered tools handle queries, speed up processes, and personalize recommendations. This shift is crucial for increasing insurance penetration across the nation.
725X jump: Sebi bans 39 entities for alleged stock price manipulation in interim order
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/725x-jump-sebi-bans-39-entities-for-alleged-stock-price-manipulation-in-interim-order/articleshow/130185978.cms
Market regulator Sebi has barred 39 individuals and entities from capital markets due to irregularities in RRP Semiconductor. The stock saw a 725-fold jump from Rs 15 to Rs 10,887.10 in 19 months, driven by alleged manipulation and misleading social media information. Sebi also ordered impounding of Rs 2 crore in unlawful gains.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/725x-jump-sebi-bans-39-entities-for-alleged-stock-price-manipulation-in-interim-order/articleshow/130185978.cms
Market regulator Sebi has barred 39 individuals and entities from capital markets due to irregularities in RRP Semiconductor. The stock saw a 725-fold jump from Rs 15 to Rs 10,887.10 in 19 months, driven by alleged manipulation and misleading social media information. Sebi also ordered impounding of Rs 2 crore in unlawful gains.
Defence stocks set for mixed Q4; Nuvama bets on BEL, Solar Industries, and a smallcap pick
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/defence-stocks-set-for-mixed-q4-nuvama-bets-on-bel-solar-industries-and-a-smallcap-pick/articleshow/130186050.cms
Defence sector companies anticipate mixed Q4FY26 results despite strong order books. Nuvama Institutional Equities highlights BEL, Data Patterns, and Solar Industries as top picks. While order inflows remain robust, growth momentum is expected to moderate. Defence stocks have seen a strong rebound in April, with further action anticipated following earnings announcements and geopolitical developments.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/defence-stocks-set-for-mixed-q4-nuvama-bets-on-bel-solar-industries-and-a-smallcap-pick/articleshow/130186050.cms
Defence sector companies anticipate mixed Q4FY26 results despite strong order books. Nuvama Institutional Equities highlights BEL, Data Patterns, and Solar Industries as top picks. While order inflows remain robust, growth momentum is expected to moderate. Defence stocks have seen a strong rebound in April, with further action anticipated following earnings announcements and geopolitical developments.
Unique Picks: 8 stocks held by a single MF scheme in March; fall up to 35% in CY26
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/unique-picks-8-stocks-held-by-a-single-mf-scheme-in-march-fall-up-to-35-in-cy26/slideshow/130186581.cms
A set of 8 uniquely held stocks—each owned by just one mutual fund scheme—saw sharp declines of up to 35% in CY26, highlighting concentrated portfolio risks.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/unique-picks-8-stocks-held-by-a-single-mf-scheme-in-march-fall-up-to-35-in-cy26/slideshow/130186581.cms
A set of 8 uniquely held stocks—each owned by just one mutual fund scheme—saw sharp declines of up to 35% in CY26, highlighting concentrated portfolio risks.
Execution, order inflows to drive L&T growth; BEL rides defence push: Siddhartha Khemka
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/execution-order-inflows-to-drive-lt-growth-bel-rides-defence-push-siddhartha-khemka/articleshow/130186637.cms
India's capital goods sector is experiencing robust growth, fueled by strong order backlogs and increasing project execution across infrastructure, power, and industrial segments. Government focus on development and manufacturing, alongside new-age tech investments, is driving demand. Companies are poised for steady revenue expansion and stable profitability, with key players like L&T and BEL showing strong prospects.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/execution-order-inflows-to-drive-lt-growth-bel-rides-defence-push-siddhartha-khemka/articleshow/130186637.cms
India's capital goods sector is experiencing robust growth, fueled by strong order backlogs and increasing project execution across infrastructure, power, and industrial segments. Government focus on development and manufacturing, alongside new-age tech investments, is driving demand. Companies are poised for steady revenue expansion and stable profitability, with key players like L&T and BEL showing strong prospects.
D-Street week ahead: Q4 earnings, Iran-US talks outcome to drive markets in truncated trading week
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/d-street-week-ahead-q4-earnings-iran-us-talks-outcome-to-drive-markets-in-truncated-trading-week/articleshow/130202228.cms
Nifty posted its best weekly gain since February 2021, rising 6% on easing geopolitical tensions and falling volatility. Analysts see continued upside toward 24,700, supported by technical strength, earnings momentum, and improving sentiment, though global cues, oil prices, and FII flows remain key risks.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/d-street-week-ahead-q4-earnings-iran-us-talks-outcome-to-drive-markets-in-truncated-trading-week/articleshow/130202228.cms
Nifty posted its best weekly gain since February 2021, rising 6% on easing geopolitical tensions and falling volatility. Analysts see continued upside toward 24,700, supported by technical strength, earnings momentum, and improving sentiment, though global cues, oil prices, and FII flows remain key risks.
8 penny stocks surged up to 205% in 3 months. Do you own any?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/8-penny-stocks-surged-up-to-205-in-3-months-do-you-own-any/slideshow/130202661.cms
Eight penny stocks delivered 25% to 204% gains over three months, led by Starlineps Enterprises. Screened by low price, market cap, and liquidity, these high-momentum stocks attract investors but carry significant risks including volatility, low transparency, and liquidity concerns requiring disciplined investing.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/8-penny-stocks-surged-up-to-205-in-3-months-do-you-own-any/slideshow/130202661.cms
Eight penny stocks delivered 25% to 204% gains over three months, led by Starlineps Enterprises. Screened by low price, market cap, and liquidity, these high-momentum stocks attract investors but carry significant risks including volatility, low transparency, and liquidity concerns requiring disciplined investing.
Gold surges as US–Iran ceasefire weakens US dollar and fuels safe haven demand
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gold-surges-as-usiran-ceasefire-weakens-us-dollar-and-fuels-safe-haven-demand/articleshow/130202696.cms
Gold prices surged as US-Iran ceasefire talks weakened the dollar and heightened safe-haven demand. Ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, central bank buying, and inflation concerns support bullish sentiment, while upcoming data and fragile truce conditions may keep gold volatile yet upward biased.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gold-surges-as-usiran-ceasefire-weakens-us-dollar-and-fuels-safe-haven-demand/articleshow/130202696.cms
Gold prices surged as US-Iran ceasefire talks weakened the dollar and heightened safe-haven demand. Ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, central bank buying, and inflation concerns support bullish sentiment, while upcoming data and fragile truce conditions may keep gold volatile yet upward biased.
LIC likely to announce its first-ever bonus issue tomorrow: Check key things to know
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lic-likely-to-announce-its-first-ever-bonus-issue-tomorrow-check-key-things-to-know/articleshow/130202913.cms
Life Insurance Corporation of India is expected to announce its first-ever bonus share issue after its April 13 board meeting. The move may enhance liquidity and investor participation, supported by strong financials, steady growth, and consistent dividend payouts since its 2022 listing.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lic-likely-to-announce-its-first-ever-bonus-issue-tomorrow-check-key-things-to-know/articleshow/130202913.cms
Life Insurance Corporation of India is expected to announce its first-ever bonus share issue after its April 13 board meeting. The move may enhance liquidity and investor participation, supported by strong financials, steady growth, and consistent dividend payouts since its 2022 listing.
FPIs extend sell-off in April; pull out Rs 48,213 crore from Indian stocks in 10 days
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/fpis-extend-sell-off-in-april-pull-out-rs-48213-crore-from-indian-stocks-in-10-days/articleshow/130203138.cms
Foreign investors maintained their aggressive sell-off in Indian equities, withdrawing Rs 48,213 crore (USD 5.14 billion) in the first 10 days of April, as rising geopolitical tensions and global macroeconomic uncertainties reduced risk appetite.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/fpis-extend-sell-off-in-april-pull-out-rs-48213-crore-from-indian-stocks-in-10-days/articleshow/130203138.cms
Foreign investors maintained their aggressive sell-off in Indian equities, withdrawing Rs 48,213 crore (USD 5.14 billion) in the first 10 days of April, as rising geopolitical tensions and global macroeconomic uncertainties reduced risk appetite.
Value in Volatility: Why smart money hunts ‘gaps’ in uncertain markets
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/value-in-volatility-why-smart-money-hunts-gaps-in-uncertain-markets/articleshow/130203467.cms
Global market volatility driven by geopolitics, inflation, and rates is reviving value investing principles. Veteran investor Arnold Van Den Berg highlights that uncertainty often creates mispriced assets, offering long-term opportunities for disciplined investors focused on intrinsic value over market noise and sentiment-driven swings.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/value-in-volatility-why-smart-money-hunts-gaps-in-uncertain-markets/articleshow/130203467.cms
Global market volatility driven by geopolitics, inflation, and rates is reviving value investing principles. Veteran investor Arnold Van Den Berg highlights that uncertainty often creates mispriced assets, offering long-term opportunities for disciplined investors focused on intrinsic value over market noise and sentiment-driven swings.
7 best performing PMS that delivered up to 43% returns in FY26
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/7-best-performing-pms-that-delivered-up-to-43-returns-in-fy26/slideshow/130206240.cms
Despite sharp market volatility in FY26, select PMS portfolios delivered strong returns up to 43%. Strategies across small-cap, multi-cap, and multi-asset categories outperformed, showcasing resilience and long-term wealth creation potential even amid geopolitical tensions and fluctuating market conditions.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/7-best-performing-pms-that-delivered-up-to-43-returns-in-fy26/slideshow/130206240.cms
Despite sharp market volatility in FY26, select PMS portfolios delivered strong returns up to 43%. Strategies across small-cap, multi-cap, and multi-asset categories outperformed, showcasing resilience and long-term wealth creation potential even amid geopolitical tensions and fluctuating market conditions.
Oil shock threat looms over Dalal Street rally
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/oil-shock-threat-looms-over-dalal-street-rally/articleshow/130222642.cms
Indian stock markets and the rupee face potential downturns. Last week's gains were driven by a temporary truce impacting oil prices. The market now watches oil price movements closely. Central bank measures are supporting the rupee, but geopolitical concerns could limit its rise. Investors anticipate further negotiations to secure a durable solution.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/oil-shock-threat-looms-over-dalal-street-rally/articleshow/130222642.cms
Indian stock markets and the rupee face potential downturns. Last week's gains were driven by a temporary truce impacting oil prices. The market now watches oil price movements closely. Central bank measures are supporting the rupee, but geopolitical concerns could limit its rise. Investors anticipate further negotiations to secure a durable solution.
Tech View: Nifty upside seen at 24,500–24,600; support at 23,700
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tech-view-nifty-upside-seen-at-2450024600-support-at-23700/articleshow/130222673.cms
Dalal Street's technical outlook improved with a market rebound, but US-Iran tensions introduce uncertainty. Analysts suggest buying Nifty futures around 24,106 with upside targets at 24,500-24,600. Top stock picks include Jamna Auto Industries, Dhampur Sugar Mills, Birlasoft, Gujarat Ambuja Exports, Olectra Greentech, and Eicher Motors, all showing bullish technical indicators.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tech-view-nifty-upside-seen-at-2450024600-support-at-23700/articleshow/130222673.cms
Dalal Street's technical outlook improved with a market rebound, but US-Iran tensions introduce uncertainty. Analysts suggest buying Nifty futures around 24,106 with upside targets at 24,500-24,600. Top stock picks include Jamna Auto Industries, Dhampur Sugar Mills, Birlasoft, Gujarat Ambuja Exports, Olectra Greentech, and Eicher Motors, all showing bullish technical indicators.