INDIAN TELECOM TECHNOLOGY
Nifty bulls reclaim 25,000 mark as FIIs step up India buying: 5 factors that will determine D-Street's fate next week
Indian equities rallied nearly 9% last week as the Nifty reclaimed 25,000 and the Sensex gained 8.82%. FIIs bought Rs 45,960 crore, while DIIs sold Rs 24,197 crore. Investors will track AI stocks, crude oil, geopolitical developments, US Treasury yields, India's October inflation data and Nifty technical levels in the coming week.
India on right track in AI; firms moving from pilots to production: Oracle's Shailender Kumar
Indian businesses have shifted from AI pilot projects to widespread deployment, discovering tangible benefits. Cost, skills, and infrastructure remain obstacles that companies face in this transition. Oracle India is actively engaging with educational institutions to improve data science training and address skill gaps. Growing data centers are enhancing the country’s AI infrastructure and supporting business needs.
Stocks vs Gold: Which asset could create more wealth in the Samvat 2083?
Samco Securities believes Indian equities are attractively valued against gold, with the Sensex-to-Gold ratio near multi-decade lows. It recommends increasing equity exposure in Samvat 2083 while retaining gold as a hedge, diversifying across sectors and geographies, and considering US ETFs amid crude oil, currency and global market risks.
Diwali Muhurat Trading 2026: Samco Securities picks 12 stocks and ETFs for investors; BSE, Adani Power among top bets
Samco Securities has unveiled 12 investment picks for Samvat 2083, comprising 10 Indian stocks and two US-listed ETFs across diverse sectors. The recommendations include technical entry levels, stop-losses, target prices and investment horizons, while international ETFs offer exposure to energy and healthcare amid currency and crude oil risks.
FIIs turn buyers in IT, telecom stocks in second half of October ahead of Diwali
Technology stocks in India are seeing increased interest from foreign institutional investors as Diwali approaches. After struggling in the first half of October, the IT and telecom sectors have gained attention. Foreign portfolio investors made significant net purchases of Indian equities in late October. This upward trend follows substantial selling earlier in the month. The shift highlights a renewed focus on technology investments within the Indian market.
India-EU FTA to simplify and reinforce corporate cooperation, says Swedish Ambassador Petra Menander
The proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will simplify and reinforce bilateral corporate collaboration, said Sweden's Ambassador to India Petra Menander, pointing to expanded opportunities for technology transfers and joint industrial initiatives.
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Govt mulls giving Cert-In enforceable powers to mandate patching
Last month, two critical flaws in the PHP programming language, discovered with the help of AI, created worldwide panic as hackers targeted the vulnerabilities millions of times, and led to governments including the US, UK, France, Germany and Japan taking down public websites. PHP powers 69.3% of websites worldwide.
FII retreat deepens: Almost every second Nifty stock sees stake cuts in all 3 quarters of 2026
This year has seen Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) divest nearly ₹3 lakh crore in Indian equities, causing a significant reduction in their stakes. As a result, FII ownership has declined in about half of the Nifty stocks over the past three quarters. Meanwhile, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) have increased their equity holdings, reflecting a change in market dynamics amidst frequent foreign sell-offs.
FPI buying returns to Dalal Street as global investors rethink AI bets
Foreign portfolio investors have shifted from aggressive selling to net buying of Indian equities recently. They invested nearly $1.2 billion over the last ten trading sessions, particularly in large-cap stocks. This change in behavior may be attributed to concerns regarding the artificial intelligence trade influencing investor decisions. Globally, markets saw corrections, while Indian indices had a mixed performance in October.
Time to be be cautious in the market, convinced about the business: 5 large-cap stocks with upside potential of up to 22%
This is the time to focus on businesses that have lived through storms like this before and come out the other side. The large, proven names are where quality is to be found, and they have lagged badly enough that the odds are now tilting in their favour. Just wait for the mood to finally turn.
Besides the bubble, a big AI risk could be growing in the shadows
Investors are worried about potential financial risks linked to Big Tech's investments in AI infrastructure. The technology sector recently experienced a significant sell-off, indicating growing nervousness among shareholders. S&P Global predicts considerable expenses on data centres for major companies like Amazon and Microsoft through 2030.
Jio Platforms profit zooms 14% on healthy user mix, digital play
Jio Platforms has unveiled an impressive 14% net profit growth to ₹8,387 crore for the September quarter, achieving a milestone subscriber count of 542 million, which includes 300 million utilizing 5G services. Revenue from operations climbed to ₹40,475 crore, fueled by a surge in digital services and a boost in average revenue per user, now at ₹218.8.
CCI approves Adani acquisition of Intellismart
Adani Energy Solutions has received approval to acquire IntelliSmart Infrastructure, establishing a major presence in smart meters. This acquisition will help expand the Adani Group's operations in digital grid modernization efforts. The Competition Commission of India also approved other significant acquisitions in various sectors, highlighting ongoing consolidation in the market. Notable approvals include investments in telecom and quick-service restaurants, enhancing industry efficiency.
FIIs hold $717 billion worth of Indian stocks, but trim exposure across 56% of Nifty 500 companies. Where are they investing?
FIIs held $717 billion worth of Nifty 500 stocks in September 2026, with private banks accounting for the largest share of their investments. While foreign investors increased exposure to sectors such as healthcare, technology and automobiles, they trimmed holdings in 56% of Nifty 500 companies over the past year.
Nifty rout hides a striking bull run: Smallcap universe gives 60 multibaggers since last Diwali
The stock market in India has encountered a rough patch, evidenced by the Nifty's decline of over 11% since last Diwali. However, smallcap stocks have emerged as stars, with 60 multibagger stocks tripling investors' money; Sterlite Technologies notably climbed 649.7%. Investors are cautioned to consider valuations seriously while pinpointing companies with significant growth potential for smarter investment decisions.
These large-, mid- and small-cap stocks can give more than 20% return in 1 year, according to analysts
Here’s one thing that is worth clarifying, because it is in the headlines. Large global technology companies have been announcing heavy spending on AI, and there has been some correction in those stocks because of it. It is natural to worry that this will spill over into the Indian market. It most likely will not.
Jio Platforms is becoming more than a telecom company: Dolat Capital
Jio Platforms is poised to evolve beyond telecom as tariff hikes, 5G monetisation, home broadband and enterprise digital services drive its next growth phase, according to Dolat Capital. The brokerage initiated coverage with an Accumulate rating and a target price of Rs 1,435, citing strong growth prospects and rising free cash flow.
Jio Platforms delivers biggest listing gain among India’s 5 largest IPOs, jumps 21% on debut
Jio Platforms shares listed at a 21.35% premium to the IPO price of Rs 1,119, delivering the biggest listing-day gain among India’s five largest IPOs by issue size. Brokerages Nomura, Motilal Oswal and Elara Capital initiated coverage with Buy ratings, citing tariff hikes, subscriber monetisation and digital services growth.
Stocks in news: Jio Platforms, RIL, Hero MotoCorp, Meesho, TVS Motor, Vedanta Aluminium and Suzlon Energy
Indian equities ended lower on Wednesday, primarily driven by selling in heavyweight stocks. Information technology and oil and gas shares experienced significant declines, falling more than 2%. The Nifty 50 index settled at 22,699, down 51 points, indicating ongoing resistance at 22,800. Several companies, including Jio Platforms and Hero MotoCorp, reported their quarterly earnings that impacted market sentiment.
Jio after listing: 5 factors that could drive big returns for long-term investors
Jio Platforms recently debuted on the stock market with a strong initial premium over its IPO price. The company is well-positioned for growth due to its largest subscriber base and potential market expansion. Increased revenue can also result from higher average revenue per user and upcoming tariff hikes. Additionally, Jio's ventures into home broadband, AI, and cloud services present new revenue opportunities.
Jio Platforms shares get 3 Buy calls on Day 1 as Nomura, Motilal and Elara initiate coverage. Check target price
Jio Platforms debuted at a 21.36% premium to its IPO price on Wednesday, while Nomura, Motilal Oswal and Elara Capital initiated coverage with Buy ratings. Brokerages cited telecom leadership, tariff hikes, rising ARPU, digital services and improving cash flow as key growth drivers.
Jio Platforms' post-IPO playbook: What's ahead for No. 2 of Dalal Street?
Reliance Jio Platforms made a blockbuster stock market debut, listing at a 21.4% premium and reaching a $131.5 billion valuation. After India's biggest IPO, investors are watching Jio's next growth engines: tariff hikes, broadband expansion, artificial intelligence, cloud services and stronger cash flows. Can Akash Ambani turn Jio's digital ambitions into sustained earnings and long-term shareholder returns?
Jio Platforms shares list at 21% premium over IPO price. Should investors buy, sell or hold the stock?
JIO Platforms (JPL) Share Price: Jio Platforms made a strong stock market debut, listing at a 21.36% premium over its IPO price of Rs 1,119. The Rs 30,200 crore issue attracted over 1.38 crore applications and was subscribed 22.2 times. Nomura, Motilal Oswal and Elara Capital have initiated coverage with Buy ratings.
Stocks in news: Jio Platforms, RIL, Infosys, L&T, Tata Capital, Waaree Energies and Vedanta Iron
Indian benchmark indices saw a volatile session amid the Nifty and Bank Nifty monthly expiry. Stocks like Jio Platforms made headlines following its IPO debut after raising significant funds. Reliance Industries remained a focus as its financial results and fundraising plans were announced. Infosys successfully implemented a transformation project for Syngenta, enhancing operations and governance. Tata Capital reported a substantial profit increase, driven by loan growth and higher interest income.
Cert-In and states rush to patch PHP flaws across govt portals
Last week, two critical cybersecurity flaws in the PHP programming language were discovered with the help of AI. Subsequently, Cert-In issued advised organisations to apply security patches. Thousands of state government portals, district administration websites, municipal corporation services, and public grievance redressal systems in India have historically relied on content management systems and frameworks based on the PHP programming language.
Jio IPO becomes first public issue globally to cross 1 crore applications; record puts spotlight on depth of India’s retail investor base
Jio Platforms has achieved a remarkable milestone, garnering over one crore applications for its upcoming initial public offering. This surge signifies a burgeoning interest from India's retail investors in technology sectors. With the IPO set to debut on October 28, maintaining this enthusiasm is crucial. The communication strategies employed mirror those found in consumer marketing, urging potential investors to evaluate their financial objectives carefully before engaging with the IPO.
Jio’s mega public issue puts India’s AI companies in the spotlight; see who are the potential IPO candidates
The interest in India’s AI firms comes at a time when such companies are attracting increasing private investment and some are beginning to consider stock market listings. Jio itself is looking to target growth beyond telecom through AI, cloud, and satellite communications.
Sterlite Technologies Q2 Results: Profit surges 12,817% YoY to Rs 517 crore, revenue jumps 145%
Sterlite Technologies reported a 12,817% year-on-year jump in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 517 crore, while revenue surged 145% to a record Rs 2,529 crore. Strong demand for AI-ready digital infrastructure, improved margins and a one-time tariff refund gain supported performance, as its open order book reached Rs 35,274 crore.
Akash Ambani takes centre stage as Jio IPO shines a spotlight on Reliance’s next generation
In a significant chapter for Jio Platforms, Akash Ambani is stepping into a leading role with the company preparing for an IPO. The event saw incredible momentum, with the IPO being fully subscribed in under two hours, illustrating strong investor demand. As managing director, Akash is directing Jio’s vision as a technological leader while cultivating relationships with prominent investors like Meta.
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