MSMEs tap working capital amid rising input cost pressures
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/msmes-tap-working-capital-amid-rising-input-cost-pressures/articleshow/129836441.cms
MSMEs and other industries are experiencing higher working capital utilization as input costs escalate due to the US-Israel conflict. This trend, driven by slower cash flows and margin pressures, is prompting lenders to ensure adequate liquidity support. Sectors like hospitality, chemicals, and basmati rice exporters are expected to see increased drawdowns and fresh sanctions as they navigate rising costs.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/msmes-tap-working-capital-amid-rising-input-cost-pressures/articleshow/129836441.cms
MSMEs and other industries are experiencing higher working capital utilization as input costs escalate due to the US-Israel conflict. This trend, driven by slower cash flows and margin pressures, is prompting lenders to ensure adequate liquidity support. Sectors like hospitality, chemicals, and basmati rice exporters are expected to see increased drawdowns and fresh sanctions as they navigate rising costs.
18 BSE 500 firms outshine FY25 metrics in just 9 months; finance, capex plays lead surge
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/18-bse-500-firms-outshine-fy25-metrics-in-just-9-months-finance-capex-plays-lead-surge/articleshow/129836484.cms
Stealing the show: Only 18 BSE 500 firms surpassed their FY25 revenue, EBITDA, net profit and margins in the first 9 months of FY26 l Finance & capital goods cos led the pack amid credit growth and infrastructure push
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/18-bse-500-firms-outshine-fy25-metrics-in-just-9-months-finance-capex-plays-lead-surge/articleshow/129836484.cms
Stealing the show: Only 18 BSE 500 firms surpassed their FY25 revenue, EBITDA, net profit and margins in the first 9 months of FY26 l Finance & capital goods cos led the pack amid credit growth and infrastructure push
Goldman downgrades Indian equities to 'market weight' from 'overweight'
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/goldman-downgrades-indian-equities-to-market-weight-from-overweight/articleshow/129836572.cms
Goldman Sachs has downgraded Indian equities to 'market weight' from 'overweight', citing slower earnings growth and crude price concerns. The brokerage cut its Nifty 12-month target to 25,900, anticipating downside risks in the next 3-6 months due to unpriced earnings cuts. Despite recent gains, Goldman remains overweight on select sectors but downgraded cyclicals and downstream industries.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/goldman-downgrades-indian-equities-to-market-weight-from-overweight/articleshow/129836572.cms
Goldman Sachs has downgraded Indian equities to 'market weight' from 'overweight', citing slower earnings growth and crude price concerns. The brokerage cut its Nifty 12-month target to 25,900, anticipating downside risks in the next 3-6 months due to unpriced earnings cuts. Despite recent gains, Goldman remains overweight on select sectors but downgraded cyclicals and downstream industries.
Stocks in news: Chennai Petroleum, LIC, Brigade Enterprises, Sadbhav Engineering, DCX Systems, Aequs, Fino Payments Bank
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-in-news-chennai-petroleum-lic-brigade-enterprises-sadbhav-engineering-dcx-systems-aequs-fino-payments-bank/articleshow/129830585.cms
Indian stock markets extended their rally for a second straight session, with banking, auto, and consumer stocks driving gains. Several companies, including Chennai Petroleum, LIC, and Brigade Enterprises, are in focus today due to significant corporate developments and announcements.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-in-news-chennai-petroleum-lic-brigade-enterprises-sadbhav-engineering-dcx-systems-aequs-fino-payments-bank/articleshow/129830585.cms
Indian stock markets extended their rally for a second straight session, with banking, auto, and consumer stocks driving gains. Several companies, including Chennai Petroleum, LIC, and Brigade Enterprises, are in focus today due to significant corporate developments and announcements.
GIFT Nifty down 170 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/129830725.cms
Indian stock markets saw a strong rally on Wednesday, with the Nifty and Sensex closing higher for the second consecutive session. Gains in banking, auto, and consumer stocks boosted market sentiment. The market experienced a pullback after a recent decline. Volatility is expected to continue due to global factors. The Indian Rupee saw a slight weakening.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/pre-market-action-heres-the-trade-setup-for-todays-session/articleshow/129830725.cms
Indian stock markets saw a strong rally on Wednesday, with the Nifty and Sensex closing higher for the second consecutive session. Gains in banking, auto, and consumer stocks boosted market sentiment. The market experienced a pullback after a recent decline. Volatility is expected to continue due to global factors. The Indian Rupee saw a slight weakening.
US Stock Market: An 800-year-old math principle to spot bottom of S&P 500's rout
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/us-stock-market-an-800-year-old-math-principle-to-spot-bottom-of-sp-500s-rout/articleshow/129836642.cms
The S&P 500 Index faces its worst month in a year. Technical analysis points to a potential 9% drop before finding support. This level, known as the 50% Fibonacci retracement, is a key indicator for traders. Geopolitical events and oil prices add to market uncertainty. Investors watch for resolutions to global conflicts and inflation pressures.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/us-stock-market-an-800-year-old-math-principle-to-spot-bottom-of-sp-500s-rout/articleshow/129836642.cms
The S&P 500 Index faces its worst month in a year. Technical analysis points to a potential 9% drop before finding support. This level, known as the 50% Fibonacci retracement, is a key indicator for traders. Geopolitical events and oil prices add to market uncertainty. Investors watch for resolutions to global conflicts and inflation pressures.
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: GIFT Nifty signals a negative start; Asian shares trade lower
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/live-blog/bse-sensex-today-nifty50-stock-market-live-updates-gift-nifty-lic-sadbhav-engineering-share-price-27-march-2026/liveblog/129837026.cms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/live-blog/bse-sensex-today-nifty50-stock-market-live-updates-gift-nifty-lic-sadbhav-engineering-share-price-27-march-2026/liveblog/129837026.cms
Hind Rectifiers shares in focus as stock set to adjust to 1:1 bonus issue
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hind-rectifiers-shares-in-focus-as-stock-set-to-adjust-to-11-bonus-issue/articleshow/129837102.cms
Hind Rectifiers is issuing bonus equity shares. Shareholders owning stock on March 27 will receive free shares. This corporate action increases share count without changing total value. The company reported strong profit and revenue growth. Its stock has seen significant gains over various periods. This move signals financial strength and growth prospects for Hind Rectifiers.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hind-rectifiers-shares-in-focus-as-stock-set-to-adjust-to-11-bonus-issue/articleshow/129837102.cms
Hind Rectifiers is issuing bonus equity shares. Shareholders owning stock on March 27 will receive free shares. This corporate action increases share count without changing total value. The company reported strong profit and revenue growth. Its stock has seen significant gains over various periods. This move signals financial strength and growth prospects for Hind Rectifiers.
Positive Breakout: These 14 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/positive-breakout-these-14-stocks-cross-above-their-200-dmas/slideshow/129837183.cms
As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily timeframe, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/positive-breakout-these-14-stocks-cross-above-their-200-dmas/slideshow/129837183.cms
As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily timeframe, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend.
SIP investors win abroad, lose at home: FY26 delivers a wake-up call on asset allocation
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sip-investors-win-abroad-lose-at-home-fy26-delivers-a-wake-up-call-on-asset-allocation/articleshow/129837851.cms
Indian equity investors faced losses while international funds delivered triple-digit returns in FY26, driven by global tech growth and commodity price surges. While domestic schemes struggled, international investments showcased the benefits of global diversification, though experts advise against chasing past performance and advocate for a balanced portfolio allocation.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sip-investors-win-abroad-lose-at-home-fy26-delivers-a-wake-up-call-on-asset-allocation/articleshow/129837851.cms
Indian equity investors faced losses while international funds delivered triple-digit returns in FY26, driven by global tech growth and commodity price surges. While domestic schemes struggled, international investments showcased the benefits of global diversification, though experts advise against chasing past performance and advocate for a balanced portfolio allocation.
LIC shares fall 2% after insurer gets Rs 7,100-crore income tax demand order
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lic-shares-in-focus-after-insurer-gets-rs-7100-crore-income-tax-demand-order/articleshow/129837881.cms
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) shares declined 2% after the company disclosed an income tax demand order of Rs 7,100 crore for FY21-22. The demand includes Rs 6,147 crore in tax and Rs 953 crore in interest, stemming from various alleged violations. LIC stated the order is appealable and will not materially impact operations.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lic-shares-in-focus-after-insurer-gets-rs-7100-crore-income-tax-demand-order/articleshow/129837881.cms
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) shares declined 2% after the company disclosed an income tax demand order of Rs 7,100 crore for FY21-22. The demand includes Rs 6,147 crore in tax and Rs 953 crore in interest, stemming from various alleged violations. LIC stated the order is appealable and will not materially impact operations.
Tata Motors PV shares drop 3% as JLR suspends operations at UK plant amid supply squeeze
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tata-motors-pv-shares-in-focus-as-jlr-suspends-operations-at-uk-plant-amid-supply-squeeze/articleshow/129837915.cms
Tata Motors PV share price fell 3% on Friday. Production at its luxury unit, Jaguar Land Rover, might be impacted. The Solihull plant faced a temporary shutdown due to supplier issues. This follows a prior cyberattack that disrupted JLR's operations and finances. The company's stock has seen a decline recently. Investors are watching these developments closely.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/tata-motors-pv-shares-in-focus-as-jlr-suspends-operations-at-uk-plant-amid-supply-squeeze/articleshow/129837915.cms
Tata Motors PV share price fell 3% on Friday. Production at its luxury unit, Jaguar Land Rover, might be impacted. The Solihull plant faced a temporary shutdown due to supplier issues. This follows a prior cyberattack that disrupted JLR's operations and finances. The company's stock has seen a decline recently. Investors are watching these developments closely.
HPCL, BPCL, IOC shares rise up to 4% as govt cuts excise duty on petrol and diesel; what lies ahead?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hpcl-bpcl-ioc-shares-in-focus-as-govt-cuts-excise-duty-on-petrol-and-diesel-what-lies-ahead/articleshow/129837919.cms
Oil marketing company shares are in focus after the government reduced excise duty on petrol and scrapped it on diesel. This move follows a surge in global crude oil prices and a price hike by private retailer Nayara Energy. Brokerages, however, remain cautious, citing potential margin pressures and elevated oil prices.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/hpcl-bpcl-ioc-shares-in-focus-as-govt-cuts-excise-duty-on-petrol-and-diesel-what-lies-ahead/articleshow/129837919.cms
Oil marketing company shares are in focus after the government reduced excise duty on petrol and scrapped it on diesel. This move follows a surge in global crude oil prices and a price hike by private retailer Nayara Energy. Brokerages, however, remain cautious, citing potential margin pressures and elevated oil prices.
RIL Share Price Live Updates: RIL's Stock Update
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-liveblog/ril-stock-price-live-updates-27-mar-2026/liveblog/129838127.cms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-liveblog/ril-stock-price-live-updates-27-mar-2026/liveblog/129838127.cms
ONGC Share Price Live Updates: ONGC records a closing price of Rs 270.2, up 0.8%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-liveblog/ongc-share-price-live-27-mar-2026/liveblog/129838158.cms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-liveblog/ongc-share-price-live-27-mar-2026/liveblog/129838158.cms
Rs 7 lakh cr wiped off! Sensex slumps over 1,300 points, Nifty below 22,950: Rupee at historic low among 6 key factors
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stock-market-crash-rs-4-lakh-cr-wiped-off-sensex-falls-800-points-nifty-near-23000-rupee-at-record-low-among-6-key-factors/articleshow/129837872.cms
Stock Market Crash: Stock markets fell sharply on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty declining significantly. The Indian rupee also hit a fresh record low against the US dollar. These movements were primarily driven by fading hopes for a de-escalation in the Iran-US conflict and continued FPI outflows.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stock-market-crash-rs-4-lakh-cr-wiped-off-sensex-falls-800-points-nifty-near-23000-rupee-at-record-low-among-6-key-factors/articleshow/129837872.cms
Stock Market Crash: Stock markets fell sharply on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty declining significantly. The Indian rupee also hit a fresh record low against the US dollar. These movements were primarily driven by fading hopes for a de-escalation in the Iran-US conflict and continued FPI outflows.
​BPCL, IDBI Bank, among 10 stocks that crashed up to 54% since Iran-US war began
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/bpcl-idbi-bank-among-10-stocks-that-crashed-up-to-54-since-iran-us-war-began/slideshow/129838431.cms
Global stock markets, including Dalal Street, experienced sharp downturns in March due to the Iran-US war and soaring oil prices. Ten stocks, including BPCL and IDBI Bank, have seen significant drops, with some falling up to 54% as geopolitical tensions impact various sectors.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/bpcl-idbi-bank-among-10-stocks-that-crashed-up-to-54-since-iran-us-war-began/slideshow/129838431.cms
Global stock markets, including Dalal Street, experienced sharp downturns in March due to the Iran-US war and soaring oil prices. Ten stocks, including BPCL and IDBI Bank, have seen significant drops, with some falling up to 54% as geopolitical tensions impact various sectors.
Stocks to buy: Goldman Sachs lists top 7 quality stocks that look attractively priced
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-to-buy-goldman-sachs-lists-top-7-quality-stocks-that-look-attractively-priced/slideshow/129838573.cms
Goldman Sachs has identified seven quality stocks with stable earnings and strong balance sheets that appear attractively priced. These selections are within the brokerage's preferred sectors. However, Goldman Sachs has adopted a cautious stance on Indian equities overall, downgrading its market view.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-to-buy-goldman-sachs-lists-top-7-quality-stocks-that-look-attractively-priced/slideshow/129838573.cms
Goldman Sachs has identified seven quality stocks with stable earnings and strong balance sheets that appear attractively priced. These selections are within the brokerage's preferred sectors. However, Goldman Sachs has adopted a cautious stance on Indian equities overall, downgrading its market view.
UBS picks: Reliance Industries, Adani Ports, among 10 largecap stocks that can rally up to 42%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ubs-picks-reliance-industries-adani-ports-among-10-largecap-stocks-that-can-rally-up-to-42/slideshow/129838891.cms
Despite geopolitical headwinds impacting India's macro story, UBS has identified 10 large-cap stocks poised for significant rallies, some up to 42%. The brokerage's picks, including Reliance Industries and Adani Ports, are expected to navigate rising input costs and market volatility due to their strong fundamentals and diversified business models.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ubs-picks-reliance-industries-adani-ports-among-10-largecap-stocks-that-can-rally-up-to-42/slideshow/129838891.cms
Despite geopolitical headwinds impacting India's macro story, UBS has identified 10 large-cap stocks poised for significant rallies, some up to 42%. The brokerage's picks, including Reliance Industries and Adani Ports, are expected to navigate rising input costs and market volatility due to their strong fundamentals and diversified business models.
Vedanta shares fall 3% after stock turns ex-date for Rs 11 interim dividend
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/vedanta-shares-fall-3-after-stock-turns-ex-date-for-rs-11-interim-dividend/articleshow/129838845.cms
Vedanta shares dropped more than 3 percent on Friday. This happened after the stock became ex-date for its Rs 11 interim dividend. The company announced this dividend on Monday. The record date for eligibility was Saturday, March 28. Markets were closed on March 28. This made March 27 the effective record date. The fall also occurred amid broader market weakness.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/vedanta-shares-fall-3-after-stock-turns-ex-date-for-rs-11-interim-dividend/articleshow/129838845.cms
Vedanta shares dropped more than 3 percent on Friday. This happened after the stock became ex-date for its Rs 11 interim dividend. The company announced this dividend on Monday. The record date for eligibility was Saturday, March 28. Markets were closed on March 28. This made March 27 the effective record date. The fall also occurred amid broader market weakness.