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.
CGD stocks slump up to 31% in a year. Can LPG crisis fuel fresh interest in IGL, GAIL, and others?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/cgd-stocks-slump-up-to-31-in-a-year-can-lpg-crisis-fuel-fresh-interest-in-igl-gail-and-others/articleshow/129838928.cms
City gas distribution stocks have fallen up to 31% amid an LPG crisis, with the government pushing PNG connections. Despite technical weakness, experts see a medium-to-long-term fundamental play due to stable business, though short-term headwinds like supply chain issues persist. Investors are advised to hold existing positions.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/cgd-stocks-slump-up-to-31-in-a-year-can-lpg-crisis-fuel-fresh-interest-in-igl-gail-and-others/articleshow/129838928.cms
City gas distribution stocks have fallen up to 31% amid an LPG crisis, with the government pushing PNG connections. Despite technical weakness, experts see a medium-to-long-term fundamental play due to stable business, though short-term headwinds like supply chain issues persist. Investors are advised to hold existing positions.
Explained: How petrol, diesel excise duty cut may impact HPCL, BPCL and Indian Oil shares
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/explained-how-petrol-diesel-excise-duty-cut-may-impact-hpcl-bpcl-and-indian-oil-shares/articleshow/129839178.cms
The Indian government has reduced excise duty on petrol and scrapped it on diesel, offering relief to oil marketing companies amid volatile global crude prices. This strategic move cushions companies from significant losses, allowing them to operate near break-even levels and ensuring earnings visibility and dividend sustainability.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/explained-how-petrol-diesel-excise-duty-cut-may-impact-hpcl-bpcl-and-indian-oil-shares/articleshow/129839178.cms
The Indian government has reduced excise duty on petrol and scrapped it on diesel, offering relief to oil marketing companies amid volatile global crude prices. This strategic move cushions companies from significant losses, allowing them to operate near break-even levels and ensuring earnings visibility and dividend sustainability.
IREDA declares Rs 0.60 interim dividend, sets record date; shares fall 3%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ireda-declares-rs-0-60-interim-dividend-sets-record-date-shares-fall-3/articleshow/129839189.cms
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) shares dipped nearly 3% after announcing an interim dividend of Rs 0.60 per equity share for FY26. The record date for this dividend has been set for April 2. The company also recently increased its borrowing plan for FY26 and FY27.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ireda-declares-rs-0-60-interim-dividend-sets-record-date-shares-fall-3/articleshow/129839189.cms
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) shares dipped nearly 3% after announcing an interim dividend of Rs 0.60 per equity share for FY26. The record date for this dividend has been set for April 2. The company also recently increased its borrowing plan for FY26 and FY27.
Jefferies' Chris Wood sells HDFC Bank after Chairman's puzzling exit, cuts India weightage
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jefferies-chris-wood-sells-hdfc-bank-after-chairmans-puzzling-exit-cuts-india-weightage/articleshow/129839242.cms
Jefferies’ Christopher Wood exits HDFC Bank from key portfolios following concerns triggered by chairman Atanu Chakraborty’s resignation. The move comes amid governance questions, regulatory scrutiny and a broader reduction in India exposure. Global brokerages have also turned cautious, citing macro risks and potential earnings downgrades in the market.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jefferies-chris-wood-sells-hdfc-bank-after-chairmans-puzzling-exit-cuts-india-weightage/articleshow/129839242.cms
Jefferies’ Christopher Wood exits HDFC Bank from key portfolios following concerns triggered by chairman Atanu Chakraborty’s resignation. The move comes amid governance questions, regulatory scrutiny and a broader reduction in India exposure. Global brokerages have also turned cautious, citing macro risks and potential earnings downgrades in the market.
ACME Solar shares zoom 8% after Investec initiates with Buy. 4 growth levers behind bullish call
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/acme-solar-shares-zoom-8-after-investec-initiates-with-buy-4-growth-levers-behind-bullish-call/articleshow/129839834.cms
Shares of ACME Solar Holdings jumped after Investec initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a ₹319 target, implying ~25% upside. The stock has gained about 37% over the past year.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/acme-solar-shares-zoom-8-after-investec-initiates-with-buy-4-growth-levers-behind-bullish-call/articleshow/129839834.cms
Shares of ACME Solar Holdings jumped after Investec initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a ₹319 target, implying ~25% upside. The stock has gained about 37% over the past year.
HEG, Graphite India shares jump up to 14% despite broader market weakness: Here’s why
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/heg-graphite-india-shares-jump-up-to-14-despite-broader-market-weakness-heres-why/articleshow/129840448.cms
HEG and Graphite India shares saw significant gains on Friday. This rally followed a substantial price hike announcement by American company GrafTech International for graphite electrodes. The US firm cited rising input costs and the need for sustainable pricing. This development is seen as positive for Indian players facing similar market pressures.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/heg-graphite-india-shares-jump-up-to-14-despite-broader-market-weakness-heres-why/articleshow/129840448.cms
HEG and Graphite India shares saw significant gains on Friday. This rally followed a substantial price hike announcement by American company GrafTech International for graphite electrodes. The US firm cited rising input costs and the need for sustainable pricing. This development is seen as positive for Indian players facing similar market pressures.
Start SIP in defence funds, growth looking solid for next 5-10 years, says Gurmeet Chadha. Here’s why
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/start-sip-in-defence-funds-growth-looking-solid-for-next-5-10-years-says-gurmeet-chadha-heres-why/articleshow/129840652.cms
Gurmeet Chadha recommends SIPs in defence funds, citing strong 5–10 year growth prospects driven by rising global tensions, increased defence spending and stronger India-US ties. Brokerages see up to 52% upside in select stocks, supported by a robust order pipeline and higher government capex allocation.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/start-sip-in-defence-funds-growth-looking-solid-for-next-5-10-years-says-gurmeet-chadha-heres-why/articleshow/129840652.cms
Gurmeet Chadha recommends SIPs in defence funds, citing strong 5–10 year growth prospects driven by rising global tensions, increased defence spending and stronger India-US ties. Brokerages see up to 52% upside in select stocks, supported by a robust order pipeline and higher government capex allocation.
Foreign investors flee Indian assets at record pace on oil shock, pummel rupee
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/foreign-investors-flee-indian-assets-at-record-pace-on-oil-shock-pummel-rupee/articleshow/129842854.cms
Foreign investors are pulling out of Indian bonds and equities at a record pace, as the Iran war-driven surge in oil prices fanned worries over a pick-up in inflation and clouded India's growth outlook, sending the rupee reeling.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/foreign-investors-flee-indian-assets-at-record-pace-on-oil-shock-pummel-rupee/articleshow/129842854.cms
Foreign investors are pulling out of Indian bonds and equities at a record pace, as the Iran war-driven surge in oil prices fanned worries over a pick-up in inflation and clouded India's growth outlook, sending the rupee reeling.
Gainers & Losers: RIL, HDFC Bank and HEG among 6 top movers on Friday. Here’s why
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gainers-amp-losers-ril-hdfc-bank-and-heg-among-6-top-movers-on-friday-heres-why/slideshow/129847279.cms
RIL, HDFC Bank, PSU banks, airlines, HEG and ACME Solar were among Friday’s biggest market movers as crude spikes and geopolitical tensions fueled a broad sell-off.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gainers-amp-losers-ril-hdfc-bank-and-heg-among-6-top-movers-on-friday-heres-why/slideshow/129847279.cms
RIL, HDFC Bank, PSU banks, airlines, HEG and ACME Solar were among Friday’s biggest market movers as crude spikes and geopolitical tensions fueled a broad sell-off.
RBI mandates Legal Entity Identifier, Unique Transaction Identifier for financial mkt transactions
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/rbi-mandates-legal-entity-identifier-unique-transaction-identifier-for-financial-mkt-transactions/articleshow/129850364.cms
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday mandated the use of Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) and Unique Transaction Identifier (UTI) for transactions in financial markets.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/rbi-mandates-legal-entity-identifier-unique-transaction-identifier-for-financial-mkt-transactions/articleshow/129850364.cms
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday mandated the use of Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) and Unique Transaction Identifier (UTI) for transactions in financial markets.
Qatar's Doha Bank to bid India 'goodbye'
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/qatars-doha-bank-to-bid-india-goodbye/articleshow/129857300.cms
Doha Bank is exiting its branch operations in India. The Qatari bank will close its Mumbai and Kochi branches after more than a decade. It will now operate solely through a representative office in the country. This strategic shift was approved by the bank's board of directors. Doha Bank had launched its India operations in June 2014.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/qatars-doha-bank-to-bid-india-goodbye/articleshow/129857300.cms
Doha Bank is exiting its branch operations in India. The Qatari bank will close its Mumbai and Kochi branches after more than a decade. It will now operate solely through a representative office in the country. This strategic shift was approved by the bank's board of directors. Doha Bank had launched its India operations in June 2014.
Markets drown in Red Sea: Rupee bleeds, bears maul Street
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/markets-drown-in-red-sea-rupee-bleeds-bears-maul-street/articleshow/129857257.cms
The Indian rupee hit a record low against the dollar, breaching 94 and nearing 95, as rising crude oil prices fueled fears of a prolonged Gulf war. Indian equities also suffered significant declines, marking a fifth consecutive week of losses. Analysts warn of further depreciation for the rupee if the conflict persists and central bank intervention remains subdued.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/markets-drown-in-red-sea-rupee-bleeds-bears-maul-street/articleshow/129857257.cms
The Indian rupee hit a record low against the dollar, breaching 94 and nearing 95, as rising crude oil prices fueled fears of a prolonged Gulf war. Indian equities also suffered significant declines, marking a fifth consecutive week of losses. Analysts warn of further depreciation for the rupee if the conflict persists and central bank intervention remains subdued.