Sebi introduces a simpler NISM certification for research services
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-introduces-a-simpler-nism-certification-for-research-services/articleshow/129466006.cms
India's market regulator Sebi has introduced a simplified certification for employees in non-core research roles, aiming to ease business operations. Staff involved in sales and client interaction will now take a lighter NISM module, while those directly preparing research reports remain under the existing stringent examination. This reform reduces compliance burdens for client-facing roles, fostering greater participation in research-related activities.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-introduces-a-simpler-nism-certification-for-research-services/articleshow/129466006.cms
India's market regulator Sebi has introduced a simplified certification for employees in non-core research roles, aiming to ease business operations. Staff involved in sales and client interaction will now take a lighter NISM module, while those directly preparing research reports remain under the existing stringent examination. This reform reduces compliance burdens for client-facing roles, fostering greater participation in research-related activities.
Nithin Kamath says genuine hedging in options market is now harder due to heavy speculation
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nithin-kamath-says-genuine-hedging-in-options-market-is-now-harder-due-to-heavy-speculation/articleshow/129466236.cms
Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath highlighted a structural shift in India's options market, with a surge in weekly options trading making hedging difficult. Trading has concentrated in ultra-short-term contracts, reducing liquidity in longer-dated options crucial for risk management, especially during geopolitical volatility.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nithin-kamath-says-genuine-hedging-in-options-market-is-now-harder-due-to-heavy-speculation/articleshow/129466236.cms
Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath highlighted a structural shift in India's options market, with a surge in weekly options trading making hedging difficult. Trading has concentrated in ultra-short-term contracts, reducing liquidity in longer-dated options crucial for risk management, especially during geopolitical volatility.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ahead-of-market-10-things-that-will-decide-stock-market-action-on-thursday/articleshow/129470101.cms
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday. Both indices closed nearly 2% lower. This decline followed a surge in crude oil prices and heightened tensions in West Asia. Foreign fund outflows and selling in major bank stocks also contributed to the market's fall. Investors are now awaiting key inflation data from the US and India.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ahead-of-market-10-things-that-will-decide-stock-market-action-on-thursday/articleshow/129470101.cms
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday. Both indices closed nearly 2% lower. This decline followed a surge in crude oil prices and heightened tensions in West Asia. Foreign fund outflows and selling in major bank stocks also contributed to the market's fall. Investors are now awaiting key inflation data from the US and India.
Local factors insulate private credit market from global storm
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/local-factors-insulate-private-credit-market-from-global-storm/articleshow/129485229.cms
India's private credit market is expected to remain stable, unlike its global counterparts, due to a robust regulatory framework and a predominantly domestic investor base. Closed-ended funds, a common structure in India, mitigate asset-liability mismatches, a key concern in the US market. Restrictions on bank investments in AIFs further insulate the Indian ecosystem from systemic risks.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/local-factors-insulate-private-credit-market-from-global-storm/articleshow/129485229.cms
India's private credit market is expected to remain stable, unlike its global counterparts, due to a robust regulatory framework and a predominantly domestic investor base. Closed-ended funds, a common structure in India, mitigate asset-liability mismatches, a key concern in the US market. Restrictions on bank investments in AIFs further insulate the Indian ecosystem from systemic risks.
Defence stocks build up on hopes war to spur spends
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/defence-stocks-build-up-on-hopes-war-to-spur-spends/articleshow/129485390.cms
Indian defense stocks have shown resilience amidst global market turmoil, outperforming the Nifty. Investors are betting on increased defense spending due to escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a prickly neighborhood. Companies specializing in defensive systems and offensive platforms are attracting significant interest.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/defence-stocks-build-up-on-hopes-war-to-spur-spends/articleshow/129485390.cms
Indian defense stocks have shown resilience amidst global market turmoil, outperforming the Nifty. Investors are betting on increased defense spending due to escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a prickly neighborhood. Companies specializing in defensive systems and offensive platforms are attracting significant interest.
JPMorgan turns bullish on life insurance stocks, picks Max Financial as top bet
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jpmorgan-turns-bullish-on-life-insurance-stocks-picks-max-financial-as-top-bet/articleshow/129485700.cms
JP Morgan has upgraded life insurance stocks to 'overweight' due to recent price drops and anticipated growth. The brokerage favors Max Financial, SBI Life, HDFC Life, ICICI Prudential, and LIC, expecting GST exemptions to boost retail protection sales and improve margins. Despite potential commission payout changes, larger insurers are poised to gain market share.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jpmorgan-turns-bullish-on-life-insurance-stocks-picks-max-financial-as-top-bet/articleshow/129485700.cms
JP Morgan has upgraded life insurance stocks to 'overweight' due to recent price drops and anticipated growth. The brokerage favors Max Financial, SBI Life, HDFC Life, ICICI Prudential, and LIC, expecting GST exemptions to boost retail protection sales and improve margins. Despite potential commission payout changes, larger insurers are poised to gain market share.
Sensex, Nifty slide as Strait of Hormuz attacks rekindle energy crisis fears
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sensex-nifty-slide-as-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-rekindle-energy-crisis-fears/articleshow/129486013.cms
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday. This decline followed a sharp rise in oil prices, triggered by escalating conflict in West Asia. The Strait of Hormuz attacks revived global energy crisis concerns. Both the Nifty and Sensex closed lower, extending their weekly losses.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sensex-nifty-slide-as-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-rekindle-energy-crisis-fears/articleshow/129486013.cms
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday. This decline followed a sharp rise in oil prices, triggered by escalating conflict in West Asia. The Strait of Hormuz attacks revived global energy crisis concerns. Both the Nifty and Sensex closed lower, extending their weekly losses.
LG India's strong product line to sustain margins, drive stock upside
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lg-indias-strong-product-line-to-sustain-margins-drive-stock-upside/articleshow/129486269.cms
LG Electronics India shares are performing well, rising 8% in the past month. Analysts are optimistic, recommending 'buy' due to steady market share growth and plans for export expansion. The company expects improved performance in the March quarter and anticipates double-digit revenue growth in FY27.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lg-indias-strong-product-line-to-sustain-margins-drive-stock-upside/articleshow/129486269.cms
LG Electronics India shares are performing well, rising 8% in the past month. Analysts are optimistic, recommending 'buy' due to steady market share growth and plans for export expansion. The company expects improved performance in the March quarter and anticipates double-digit revenue growth in FY27.
Stocks in news: IndiGo, IDFC First Bank, Adani Enterprises, Ashok Leyland, Mahanagar Gas
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-in-news-indigo-idfc-first-bank-adani-enterprises-ashok-leyland-mahanagar-gas/articleshow/129486636.cms
Markets experienced a sharp decline of over 1.5% on Wednesday, driven by weak global cues and geopolitical tensions, with Nifty approaching its previous swing low. Several companies like IndiGo, IDFC First Bank, and Ashok Leyland are in focus due to significant news developments, including regulatory dismissals, ED searches, and new investment plans.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-in-news-indigo-idfc-first-bank-adani-enterprises-ashok-leyland-mahanagar-gas/articleshow/129486636.cms
Markets experienced a sharp decline of over 1.5% on Wednesday, driven by weak global cues and geopolitical tensions, with Nifty approaching its previous swing low. Several companies like IndiGo, IDFC First Bank, and Ashok Leyland are in focus due to significant news developments, including regulatory dismissals, ED searches, and new investment plans.
GIFT Nifty down 100 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/pre-market-action-heres-the-trade-setup-for-todays-session/articleshow/129486703.cms
Indian markets fell again on Wednesday. Foreign investors sold shares heavily. Banking and auto stocks saw significant declines. Analysts expect continued volatility. This is due to West Asia conflict developments and crude oil price movements. The rupee also weakened against the US dollar. India VIX, a fear gauge, increased.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/pre-market-action-heres-the-trade-setup-for-todays-session/articleshow/129486703.cms
Indian markets fell again on Wednesday. Foreign investors sold shares heavily. Banking and auto stocks saw significant declines. Analysts expect continued volatility. This is due to West Asia conflict developments and crude oil price movements. The rupee also weakened against the US dollar. India VIX, a fear gauge, increased.
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex falls 500 pts in pre-opening session; Nifty below 23,700
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/live-blog/bse-sensex-today-nifty50-stock-market-live-updates-gift-nifty-indigo-adani-enterprises-share-price-12-march-2026/liveblog/129487725.cms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/live-blog/bse-sensex-today-nifty50-stock-market-live-updates-gift-nifty-indigo-adani-enterprises-share-price-12-march-2026/liveblog/129487725.cms
Negative Breakout: These 10 stocks cross below their 200 DMAs
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/negative-breakout-these-10-stocks-cross-below-their-200-dmas/slideshow/129487981.cms
Traders use the 200 DMA as a key indicator to determine the overall trend in a particular stock.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/negative-breakout-these-10-stocks-cross-below-their-200-dmas/slideshow/129487981.cms
Traders use the 200 DMA as a key indicator to determine the overall trend in a particular stock.
Elfin Agro India shares to list today. Here's what GMP indicates ahead of debut
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/elfin-agro-india-shares-to-list-today-heres-what-gmp-indicates-ahead-of-debut/articleshow/129488063.cms
Elfin Agro India's shares are set for their BSE SME debut on March 12, with the grey market suggesting a listing near its Rs 47 issue price. The Rs 25 crore IPO, which saw modest subscription, aims to bolster working capital. The agro-processing firm, known for wheat products and mustard oil, operates across eight states and two union territories.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/elfin-agro-india-shares-to-list-today-heres-what-gmp-indicates-ahead-of-debut/articleshow/129488063.cms
Elfin Agro India's shares are set for their BSE SME debut on March 12, with the grey market suggesting a listing near its Rs 47 issue price. The Rs 25 crore IPO, which saw modest subscription, aims to bolster working capital. The agro-processing firm, known for wheat products and mustard oil, operates across eight states and two union territories.
Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: Sula Vineyards, Radico Khaitan among 5 stocks that could give 10-40% return
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-to-buy-in-2026-for-long-term-sula-vineyards-radico-khaitan-among-5-stocks-that-could-give-10-40-return/slideshow/129488160.cms
We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources:
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-to-buy-in-2026-for-long-term-sula-vineyards-radico-khaitan-among-5-stocks-that-could-give-10-40-return/slideshow/129488160.cms
We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources:
Reliance Industries, ONGC shares in focus as oil jumps 8% near $100. Will prices hit $200?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/reliance-industries-ongc-shares-in-focus-as-oil-jumps-8-near-100-will-prices-hit-200/articleshow/129489088.cms
Oil prices surged over 7%, pushing Brent close to $100 per barrel amid escalating Middle East tensions and supply disruption concerns. The rally is expected to keep upstream oil stocks such as Reliance Industries, ONGC and Oil India in focus, while geopolitical risks raise fears that crude prices could spike further.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/reliance-industries-ongc-shares-in-focus-as-oil-jumps-8-near-100-will-prices-hit-200/articleshow/129489088.cms
Oil prices surged over 7%, pushing Brent close to $100 per barrel amid escalating Middle East tensions and supply disruption concerns. The rally is expected to keep upstream oil stocks such as Reliance Industries, ONGC and Oil India in focus, while geopolitical risks raise fears that crude prices could spike further.
Adani Total Gas among 6 stocks showing bullish RSI upswing
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/adani-total-gas-among-6-stocks-showing-bullish-rsi-upswing/slideshow/129489249.cms
On March 11, six Nifty200 stocks entered the RSI Trending Up scan after gaining momentum. Their RSI readings crossed above the 50 mark from lower levels, signalling strengthening price momentum and rising buying interest. Traders track this technical signal to identify potential bullish continuation in these stocks.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/adani-total-gas-among-6-stocks-showing-bullish-rsi-upswing/slideshow/129489249.cms
On March 11, six Nifty200 stocks entered the RSI Trending Up scan after gaining momentum. Their RSI readings crossed above the 50 mark from lower levels, signalling strengthening price momentum and rising buying interest. Traders track this technical signal to identify potential bullish continuation in these stocks.
Rs 5 lakh crore wiped out in minutes as Sensex plunges 1,000 points; Nifty below 23,600. 5 reasons behind today’s market crash
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stock-market-crash-d-st-bleeds-as-sensex-plunges-1000-pts-rs-5l-cr-wiped-out-in-minutes-nifty-below-23600-5-reasons-behind-todays-bloodbath/articleshow/129490279.cms
Indian stock markets experienced a sharp selloff on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty 50 declining significantly. Escalating Iran-Israel tensions, persistent FII selling, and rising crude oil prices above $100 per barrel weighed heavily on investor sentiment. The market capitalization saw a substantial drop, with most sectoral indices trading in the red.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stock-market-crash-d-st-bleeds-as-sensex-plunges-1000-pts-rs-5l-cr-wiped-out-in-minutes-nifty-below-23600-5-reasons-behind-todays-bloodbath/articleshow/129490279.cms
Indian stock markets experienced a sharp selloff on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty 50 declining significantly. Escalating Iran-Israel tensions, persistent FII selling, and rising crude oil prices above $100 per barrel weighed heavily on investor sentiment. The market capitalization saw a substantial drop, with most sectoral indices trading in the red.
India's most trusted stock wipes out nearly Rs 3 lakh crore this year. Is RIL still a value bet?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/indias-most-trusted-stock-wipes-out-nearly-rs-3-lakh-crore-this-year-is-ril-still-a-value-bet/articleshow/129491332.cms
Reliance Industries, a major Indian conglomerate, has seen its market value drop by nearly Rs 3 lakh crore this year. This decline is attributed to softer refining margins and significant investments in new energy projects. While core businesses remain strong, the company is in a transition phase. Investors are watching for future earnings growth from its diversified ventures.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/indias-most-trusted-stock-wipes-out-nearly-rs-3-lakh-crore-this-year-is-ril-still-a-value-bet/articleshow/129491332.cms
Reliance Industries, a major Indian conglomerate, has seen its market value drop by nearly Rs 3 lakh crore this year. This decline is attributed to softer refining margins and significant investments in new energy projects. While core businesses remain strong, the company is in a transition phase. Investors are watching for future earnings growth from its diversified ventures.
Eternal, Swiggy shares fall 4%. Is LPG shortage beginning to hurt food delivery business?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/eternal-swiggy-shares-fall-4-is-lpg-shortage-beginning-to-hurt-food-delivery-business/articleshow/129491534.cms
Shares of online food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy tumbled sharply on Thursday as a commercial LPG shortage raised concerns over restaurant closures and limited menus. India’s heavy reliance on Middle Eastern LPG—around 90% of imports come from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Kuwait—has left the sector highly vulnerable.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/eternal-swiggy-shares-fall-4-is-lpg-shortage-beginning-to-hurt-food-delivery-business/articleshow/129491534.cms
Shares of online food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy tumbled sharply on Thursday as a commercial LPG shortage raised concerns over restaurant closures and limited menus. India’s heavy reliance on Middle Eastern LPG—around 90% of imports come from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Kuwait—has left the sector highly vulnerable.
Spooked by Iran war? 7 stocks that are predicted to double investor wealth over next 12 months
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/spooked-by-iran-war-7-stocks-that-are-predicted-to-double-investor-wealth-over-next-12-months/slideshow/129491840.cms
Analysts predict significant gains for seven Indian stocks in the next year. Allcargo Logistics, Tarsons Products, Ugro Capital, Awfis Space Solutions, and Puravankara are among those expected to see substantial growth. These projections are based on broker estimates and analyst price targets. Investors can explore these opportunities for potential wealth creation.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/spooked-by-iran-war-7-stocks-that-are-predicted-to-double-investor-wealth-over-next-12-months/slideshow/129491840.cms
Analysts predict significant gains for seven Indian stocks in the next year. Allcargo Logistics, Tarsons Products, Ugro Capital, Awfis Space Solutions, and Puravankara are among those expected to see substantial growth. These projections are based on broker estimates and analyst price targets. Investors can explore these opportunities for potential wealth creation.