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Why is market rising today? Sensex soars 1,300 pts, Nifty above 25,400 as explosive rally continues. 4 factors behind Rs 6 lakh cr gains
Indian equity markets extended their bullish momentum on Wednesday, with the Sensex and Nifty rising over 1% each. Sustained foreign institutional investor (FII) buying and supportive market factors boosted investor sentiment, strengthening the ongoing rally and reinforcing optimism across Dalal Street amid continued market gains.
The great Indian money hunt: Why India's shadow banks are pulling in billions of dollars
Blackstone is negotiating a significant investment in IIFL Finance, indicating rising global interest in non-bank lenders. Recent deals include investments by Carlyle and Advent International in housing finance firms. The demand for credit in India is growing, with NBFCs playing a crucial role in accessing underserved markets. Foreign investments in the financial sector have exceeded $20 billion since 2025, reflecting confidence in stability.
Time to shed fear and think positive? 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 33%
Mid-cap stocks tend to move more than large-caps. And that works both ways. They rise faster when the market is rising, and fall harder when it is falling. Keep that in mind as the market’s mood changes for the better because oil prices are dropping and the macro worries responsible for the long sell-off are starting to go away.
Stock Picks of the Week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 35% in 1 year, according to analysts
The market weathered a whole bad patch with almost no FPI money coming in. But it cuts the other way too. When so little has been flowing in, even a small amount of FPI buying can move the market more than it normally would. That said, the mood has turned from bearish to cautiously optimistic, thanks largely to dropping oil prices. None of that changes your basic job as an investor: Study companies, look at earnings, and keep quality front and centre.
Top Nifty50 stocks analysts suggest buying in this volatile week
Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. The simple average of the above-mentioned five component ratings is normally distributed to reach an average score.
Chinese companies providing overseas services to Indian subsidiaries may escape tax: ITAT
In a landmark decision, the Delhi Income Tax Appellate Tribunal has determined that Chinese firms offering services from overseas are not liable for Indian taxes. This ruling contrasts with a Mumbai bench decision made in 2010 regarding taxation policies on foreign services. The tribunal's finding is advantageous for Chinese companies supplying centralized services to Indian entities during the digital age.
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Amitabh Bachchan played a baby chick in his first-ever stage performance at Allahabad school. ‘We were told to flap our arms’
During an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16, Amitabh Bachchan reminisced about his theatrical roots. He shared a charming tale of portraying a baby chick at St Mary's convent school in Allahabad, igniting his lifelong passion for acting. His journey continued at an all-boys school in Delhi, where his love for performing flourished, shaping the foundation of his remarkable career.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 28% in 1 year, according to analysts
Despite the upbeat mood in the market, remember one thing: Valuations are still not cheap. Even after everything the market has been through, prices are not at a level you could call a bargain. So this is not a signal to rush in. It is a signal to stop treating every development as a threat, and to start weighing the good against the bad with a clear head, rather than a frightened one.
Amitabh Bachchan recalls how Miranda House girls teased him during first visit when he was a Kirori Mal student. Says says he realised what women go through when they are eve-teased
On KBC 18, Amitabh Bachchan reminisced about being teased by girls during a visit to Miranda House, shedding light on how such experiences can resonate deeply, particularly for women. In a candid conversation with Madhuri Dixit, he admitted to feeling at a loss on how to respond, ultimately choosing to walk away instead of confronting the situation.
These large-, mid- and small-cap stocks have upside potential of up to 31% in 1 year, according to analysts
In the last two years, the world has learnt that you can never quite predict what US President Trump will do next. Tomorrow, to pull attention one way or another, there could well be some more action against Iran, changing the mood again in a single afternoon. So, the improvement in sentiment is real, but it is also fragile.
Adani Ports agrees to buy Dutch storage and terminal co Evos for $2.9 bn
All cash offer for Europe’s 2nd largest player is the company’s foray into Europe. The Iran war and supply disruptions across the hydrocarbons and chemicals value chain has forced countries and companies to seriously evaluate energy storage and logistics
LG Electronics shares jump 8% to 52-week high after Q2 results. Jefferies retains Buy, retains target price
LG Electronics India shares surged to a 52-week high after strong Q2FY27 results, with Jefferies retaining its Buy rating and Rs 1,950 target price. The brokerage expects 21% EPS CAGR through FY29, driven by premiumisation, capacity expansion and new business opportunities.
GPU bidding norms eased; Lenskart CEO on profitability
Happy Thursday! Govt has lowered entry barriers for GPU bidders, but pricing concerns remain. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Strong balance sheet, domestic focus, and a moat matter more: 5 large-cap stocks with upside potential of up to 24%
The big event the market was waiting for has come and gone. So, is there greater clarity about where the crisis in the Gulf is headed? Not really. While US President Trump acknowledged the war was one of the reasons his Republican party received a drubbing at the hands of the Democrats, he said he would do it again. Which suggests it is unlikely that the uncertainty and volatility in the markets will go away anytime soon.
BharatPe taps former Bajaj Finance executive Mohit Mittal to lead investments
He was previously the business head of investment marketplace at Bajaj Finance, where he helped build a digital platform with more than 50 financial institution partners. Before that, he spent over 13 years at Bajaj Capital, where he led an investment business with Rs 40,000 crore in assets under management across fixed-income and mutual fund products. He has also worked at ICICI Bank and Genpact.
Bajaj Finserv shares rise 2%, extend gains after Q2 results. Why Jefferies reduced target price but still sees 34% upside
Bajaj Finserv shares had gained around 2% on Tuesday as well after the company announced the earnings, reporting a 17% YoY increase in revenue from operations to Rs 43,416 crore for the second quarter of the ongoing financial year 2027, from Rs 37,215 crore reported in the year-ago period. The shares of the company rose further to Rs 1,749 apiece on Wednesday morning.
Razorpay gets Sebi nod for Rs 5,000-6,000 crore IPO: sources
ET reported on April 20 that Razorpay was preparing a confidential IPO filing to raise Rs 5,500-6,500 crore at an expected valuation of $5 billion (Rs 49,000-50,000 crore), below the $7.5 billion (around Rs 6,000 crore then) it commanded in its last major private funding round in 2021.
For investors with a 3- to 5-year horizon: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of more than 19%
A development worth noting is that there was net FII buying in five of the last six trading sessions. But it is still tentative, and cannot be declared as a reversal of the selling trend of the past few months. While indications are that they are favouring large-cap stocks, there are bargains to be had in the mid-cap space for the discerning investor.
Pixxel cofounder Awais Ahmed rejects claims of US control, defends Indian credentials
Ahmed's post follows last week’s announcement of Pixxel Federal, a US subsidiary set up to serve American civilian, defence, and intelligence agencies. Ahmed said much of the recent criticism was in relation to that.
4 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 31% in 1 year, according to analysts
Although the indices are in the green on Monday, the market is extremely volatile. The upmove is being attributed to some recovery in oil prices as a reaction to talk of renewed negotiations to end the US-Iran conflict. But don’t be lulled into complacence by the recent uptick in the indices. The results of the US mid-term elections is the event the market will be watching closely. And which way they go will impact how the global markets behave in the coming weeks.
Top Nifty50 stocks analysts suggest buying in this volatile week
Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. The simple average of the above-mentioned five component ratings is normally distributed to reach an average score.
Fintechs fortify cyber defences; Logistics cos in the speed lane
Happy Monday! Fintechs are stepping up security as AI-powered cyberattacks become more sophisticated. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Digital payments firms race to fortify defences as cyberattacks intensify
At Bengaluru-based Cashfree, attempted attacks have been taking place repeatedly over the past three weeks, occurring at least 10 times as frequently as a year ago, chief technology officer Ramkumar Venkatesan told ET. Attackers are increasingly combining multiple vulnerabilities to attack systems, he said.
5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 34% in 1 year, according to analysts
The recent uptick in the indices should not fool you. The market’s troubles have not gone away. So, be cautious, but don’t treat the whole market as one block. Some parts are worse off, some are holding up better, and some are simply carrying on as before. A falling market tends to paint them all with the same brush.
India PE/VC investments jump 45% to $7 billion in September, highest in over two years
Private equity and venture capital investments in India saw significant growth in September 2026. The total investment reached USD 7 billion, marking a substantial increase from August. Large-value deals accounted for 76% of the total investments during the July-September quarter. Despite this growth, the number of deals declined compared to last year. Investors are expected to remain cautious amid economic challenges and inflation pressures.
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.
For investors with ability to look past the current bearish narrative: 5 large-cap stocks with upside potential of up to 34%
One stock not falling on bad news does not mean the worst is over for the whole market. It may mean only that the bears have, for now, taken out of that one stock all that they wanted to. The broader pressure can still come back. So this is a small positive, and it should be considered just that, and nothing more.
One Planet Partners launches maiden PE fund, targets Rs 3,000 crore
One Planet Partners has launched a private equity fund in partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank. The firm plans to raise over ₹3,000 crore and target mid-market companies in India. One Planet will focus on sectors such as energy, mobility, and manufacturing, offering growth capital of ₹100 crore to ₹500 crore. Yulu Bikes Private Limited is the firm's first investment, participating in their $93 million Series C funding round.
AI to end billing by the hour at accounting firms as private equity changes ownership, says Eisner Advisory CEO Charles Weinstein
Private equity is significantly altering how professional services firms are owned and operated. AI is expected to redefine the delivery and pricing of services in these firms. Industry experts suggest that growth in India may mirror trends seen in the US market. The old partnership model is likely to face increased pressure from emerging competition. These shifts may hasten the separation of audit and consulting functions at major firms.
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