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Deep dive: How reforms & earnings rebound can trigger a market rally
India's Nifty has significantly underperformed global markets over the past year, dropping 3.6% while others soared. This follows a post-Covid boom driven by retail investors and strong earnings, which led to stretched valuations. Corporate earnings growth also slowed to 5%.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 224 pts higher, Nifty above 24,850; Tata Steel, Power Grid rise 3% each
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty rises 58 points, Sensex up 220 as banks, consumer stocks drive second straight gain. While the broader Nifty ended at 24,894.25, up 57.95 or 0.23%, the 30-stock Sensex settled at 81,207.17, falling 223.86 points or 0.28%. The Nifty breadth was mildly tilted towards the bears with 26 stocks settling in the green while 24 in the red. Among the top Nifty gainers were Tata Steel, Power Grid Corporation, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), while the top losers were Max Healthcare Institute, Eicher Motors, Coal India, Tech Mahindra and Maruti Suzuki. In the broader markets, stocks like Atlantaa, V2 Retail and Rekha Jhunjhunwala-backed Baazar Style Retail moved the most on company-specific developments and Q2 updates. Among 17 Nifty sectoral indices, 14 finished in the green while 3 in the red. While Nifty Auto fell marginally at 0.06%, Nifty Realty and Nifty Healthcare were down 0.12% and 0.22% at the closing time. Among the top gainers was Nifty Metal, Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty Consumer Durables, closing 1.8%, 1.12% and 1.09% higher. Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.3% as of 6:14 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.3% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.3% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.5% The MSCI World Index rose 0.2%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex breaks 8-day losing run, surges 716 pts, Nifty above 24,800 boosted by RBI MPC policy
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Tata Motors, whose demerger of passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles businesses came into effect from today, was the top gainer among bluechips at 5.5%. Other top gainers were banks and financials like Shriram Finance, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Axis Bank, which got a boost from the RBI policy. RBI MPC Outcome RBI MPC maintains status quo on rates, keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.5% RBI projects CPI inflation at 2.6% vs 3.1% earlier Keeping a close eye on movement of rupee: RBI Governor FY26 GDP growth projection at 6.8% RBI increases IPO financing limit to Rs 25 lakh per investor Sensex, Nifty snap 8-day losing streak. Here are top factors behind the rally today RBI policy Bank stocks gain Oversold conditions Rupee recovers Positive global cues Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures fell 0.5% as of 6:50 a.m. London time Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.5% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 0.2% Japan’s Topix fell 1.3% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 was little changed Euro Stoxx 50 futures were little changed
Stock Market Highlights: D-Street extends slide to 8th day on selloff in IT, FMCG; Sensex falls 97 pts; Nifty flat
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Nifty today ended at 24,611.10, down 23.80 or 0.10% while the 30-stock Sensex settled at 80,267.62, falling 97.32 points or 0.12%. Safe-haven buying lifts gold to Rs 1,17,351 per 10 g, silver strengthens amid US shutdown fears Domestic gold prices on the MCX hit a record high on Tuesday, with December futures climbing to Rs 1,17,351 per 10 grams. Silver remained stable around Rs 1,43,900 per kg. On the global front, gold surpassed $3,850 per ounce as investors flocked to safe-haven assets amid concerns over a US government shutdown, anticipated rate cuts, and escalating geopolitical tensions, boosting precious metals. Also read Pace Digitek IPO Day 3: Check GMP, subscription status, and key highlights. Is it worth investing? Tata Motors demerger effective from tomorrow. What is known so far on record date, listing timeline Anand Rathi shares list at 4% premium over IPO price; shares gain over 4% post listing Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 6:50 a.m. London time Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.4% Japan’s Topix rose 0.5% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.2% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 0.2% The Shanghai Composite rose 0.5% Euro Stoxx 50 futures fell 0.1%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex falls for 7th day, settles 61 pts lower; Nifty flat on selloff in IT, auto stocks
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Nifty ended at 24,634.90, down 19.80 or 0.08% while the 30-stock Sensex settled at 80,364.94, falling 61.52 points or 0.08%. Pharma stock Wockhardt stole the show with 15% surge despite selling pressure in pharma counters after reports suggested minimal impact of US tariffs on its drug called Zaynich. The reports said that the drug will be manufactured in Europe and exported to the US. The top five Nifty gainers were IndusInd Bank, Titan, Hindalco Industries, State Bank of India (SBI) and Wipro, while the five biggest losers were Maruti Suzuki, Axis Bank, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, HDFC Life and Eicher Motors. Among 17 Nifty sectoral indices, 8 finished in the green while 9 finished in the red. The top loser was Nifty Media (0.85%) and was followed by Nifty Auto (0.18%) and Nifty Pharma (0.15%). Nifty IT fell marginally lower at 0.03%. Top reads Silver soars 59%, gold jumps 47% in 2025 but Nifty only 4%. Is the great reversal coming? RIL shares offer 22% upside as market undervaluing Jio or Retail by 15%: Citi Tata Capital IPO jolts unlisted investors with a 125% gap to breakeven. What should you do now? Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.3% as of 6:53 a.m. London time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.4% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.5% Japan’s Topix fell 1.7% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.8% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 1.9% The Shanghai Composite rose 1.1% Euro Stoxx 50 futures rose 0.5%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex falls for 6th day, settles 733 pts lower; Nifty below 24,700; M&M drops 4%, Eternal 3%
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex tumbled over 800 pts intraday to trade below the 80,400 level; meanwhile, the Nifty50 fell over 250 pts to slip below the 24,650 level. The 30-stock index, however ended at 80,426.46, down 733.22 or 0.90% while the broader Nifty settled at 24,654.70, falling 236.15 points or 0.95%. Why stock market fell today? Trump tariffs on the pharma sector Global markets FIIs selling Rupee weakness vs dollar Bullion's rising appeal Pharmaceutical stocks dropped as much as 5% on Friday, September 26, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 100% tariff on branded and patented drugs. Sun Pharma topped the losers’ list, plunging 5% to a 52-week low of ₹1,547. Biocon dropped 3.3% to ₹344, while Zydus Lifesciences declined 2.8% to ₹990. Here’s the tariff list from Trump’s announcement: 100% tariff – Branded drugs 25% tariff – Heavy-duty trucks 50% tariff – Kitchen cabinets & bathroom vanities 30% tariff – Upholstered furniture Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.2% as of 10:04 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures were little changed Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.2% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 1% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index fell 1.4%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex extends slide to 5th day, ends 556 pts lower; Nifty below 24,900; Trent drops 4%, Power Grid 3%
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The S&P BSE Sensex dropped 555.95 points, or 0.7%, to close at 81,159.68, while the NSE Nifty 50 shed 166.05 points, or 0.7%, ending at 24,890.85. Losses were broad-based, with banks and IT majors among the hardest hit. On the 30-stock Sensex, Trent, Power Grid, Tata Motors, Tata Consultancy Services, Asian Paints and NTPC were among the biggest drags, each falling between 2% and 3%. Bharat Electronics, Axis Bank and Bharti Airtel advanced as much as 2%, cushioning the decline. IT stocks, under pressure after the U.S. moved to tighten visa rules, slipped more than 1%. In the broader market, both the small-cap and mid-cap indices fell 0.6%. Metals shares bucked the downtrend, with the Nifty Metal index up 0.2% as Hindustan Copper surged 6.3%. The rally tracked a jump in global copper prices after production was disrupted at Freeport-McMoRan’s Indonesian mine by a sudden mudflow. Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.4% as of 8:27 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures were little changed Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 0.1% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index fell 0.4%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 386 pts lower; Nifty below 25,100; TaMo falls 3%, BEL 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex dropped 386.47 points, or 0.47%, to close at 81,715.63, while the NSE Nifty 50 retreated 112.60 points, or 0.45%, ending at 25,056.90. On the Sensex, Tata Motors, Bharat Electronics, Ultratech Cement, Tech Mahindra, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Axis Bank were among the biggest decliners, sliding between 1% and 2.7%. IT stocks continued to bear the brunt of selling, with the sector index down 0.7% on the day and off 4.3% since Washington imposed a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications Sunday. The industry, which generates a significant share of revenue from U.S. clients, relies on sending employees overseas to work on projects. On Tuesday, U.S. authorities also unveiled a proposal to overhaul the visa lottery to prioritize higher-paid and higher-skilled workers. Financials fell 0.6%, while auto shares gave up 1.2%, retracing part of their recent rally. Tata Motors dropped 2.7% after extending a shutdown at a Jaguar Land Rover factory. The broader smallcaps and midcaps declined 0.7% and 1%, respectively. Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.5% as of 8:38 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures were little changed Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.1% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.2% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 0.5%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 57 pts lower; Nifty below 25,200; Axis Bank rises 2%, TechM down 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex fell 0.07% to close at 82,102.10, shedding 57.87 points, while the NSE Nifty 50 slipped 0.13% to 25,169.50, down 32.85 points. IT stocks, the second-biggest weight on the benchmarks, fell 0.7% Tuesday, deepening a 3% decline from the previous session. The sector stayed under pressure as investors worried that a new $100,000 fee on U.S. H-1B visas could push up operating costs for firms that draw much of their revenue from overseas. Financials edged up 0.1% and banks advanced 0.4%. Automakers climbed 0.6%, finishing just shy of a record close, after dealers reported strong traffic on the first day of the Navratri festival, which coincided with recently announced cuts in Goods and Services Tax. Metal shares rose 1% after Nomura reaffirmed its positive outlook on India’s steel industry. Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 6:04 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.4% The MSCI World Index rose 0.1%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 466 pts lower; Nifty below 25,250; TCS, Infy drop 3% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex shed 466.26 points, or 0.56%, to close at 82,323.62. The NSE Nifty 50 fell 124.70 points, or 0.49%, to finish at 25,202.35. The declines followed profit-taking in the previous session, but the visa fee shock added pressure, weighing most heavily on IT names. IT stocks slid 3.6% after the steep increase in H-1B visa application fees, a change viewed as threatening the sector’s long-standing practice of rotating skilled employees into the U.S. Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra and Wipro fell between 2.2% and 3.1%, making them the heaviest drags on the Nifty 50. Pharmaceutical shares, another group with significant U.S. exposure, lost 1.4%. Broader markets also weakened, with small-cap and mid-cap indices down 1.2% and 0.7%, respectively. Adani Power shares crash 80% in just one day? Adani Power shares slipped to Rs 147 on Monday after trading ex-split following a 1:5 stock sub-division. The decline is purely optical, as the overall value of holdings remains unchanged. The company had reported a consolidated June-quarter profit of Rs 8,759 crore, and Morgan Stanley initiated coverage with an overweight rating, projecting a 41.9 GW portfolio by FY32. Top reads $100,000 H-1B visa fee shock: How it could hit Indian IT giants & reconfigure tech outsourcing TCS, Infosys, Tech Mahindra & other IT stocks plunge up to 6% after Trump's H-1B visa fee hike; Nifty IT index slumps 3% GK Energy IPO Day 2: Check GMP, subscription status, key details. Should you apply? Global Market Updates S&P 500 futures fell 0.2% as of 6:35 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.3% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3% The Stoxx Europe 600 was little changed The MSCI World Index was little changed
Yesterday’s darling China’s ace EV maker BYD suffers $45 billion stock sell-off – what really happened?
China’s EV champion BYD has suffered a massive $45 billion stock sell-off, losing more than 30% of its market value in just four months. The sell-off is mainly due to a sharp 30% plunge in BYD's June-quarter profit, marking its first profit drop in over three years.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex breaks 3-day winning streak, settles 387 pts lower; Nifty below 25,350
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The S&P BSE Sensex closed 387.73 points, or 0.47%, lower at 82,626.23, while the NSE Nifty 50 fell 96.55 points, or 0.38%, to settle at 25,327.05. Financial stocks fell 0.6%, snapping a record 12-session winning streak, while IT shares eased 0.5% after three days of gains. Adani group companies rose between 0.3% and 12.4% after market regulator Sebi dismissed two allegations levelled by U.S.-based short-seller Hindenburg Research against billionaire Gautam Adani and his firms. Vodafone Idea gained 7.1% following reports that the government told the Supreme Court it was not opposed to the telecom operator’s plea on adjusted gross revenue dues. Despite Friday’s reversal, both indices advanced 0.9% over the week. Broader markets outpaced the benchmarks, with small-cap stocks climbing 2.9% and midcaps up 1.5%. Adani Enterprises, other group stocks zoom up to 13% as Sebi clears Gautam Adani, Rajesh Adani of Hindenburg allegations Adani Group shares jumped as much as 13.3% on Friday, September 19, after the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) cleared Gautam Adani, his brother Rajesh Adani, and several group firms of allegations levelled by US short-seller Hindenburg Research. Adani Power shares soar 9% as Morgan Stanley initiates coverage with 'Overweight' rating, 30% upside seen. Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 6:08 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.1% The MSCI World Index was little changed
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex rises for third day, settles 320 pts higher; Nifty above 25,400; Eternal gains 3%, HDFC Life 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The S&P BSE Sensex finished 320.25 points, or 0.39%, higher at 83,013.96, while the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 93.35 points, or 0.37%, to 25,423.60. On the 30-stock Sensex, gains were led by Eternal, Sun Pharma, Infosys, HDFC Bank and HCL Technologies, which rose between 0.8% and 3%. Sectorally, IT and pharmaceutical stocks, both heavily exposed to U.S. markets, advanced 0.8% and 1.5% respectively. The pharma index received an extra lift from Biocon and Natco Pharma, which climbed 4% and 3.3% following favourable regulatory action by the US drug regulator. In the broader market, mid-cap shares gained 0.4% while small-caps edged up 0.3%. The Fed cut rates for the first time this year but signalled a measured approach to further monetary easing, leaving investors uncertain about the pace of future moves. Top Reads Airfloa Rail Technology shares make stellar debut, list at 90% premium on BSE SME platform iValue Infosolutions IPO opens with modest GMP. Should you bid? Euro Pratik Sales IPO: Issue subscribed 78% so far on Day 3; GMP decline below 1%. Should you bid? Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.9% as of 6:19 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.1% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.7% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.8% The MSCI World Index was little changed
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex ends 313 pts higher after rangebound trade, Nifty above 25,300
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex rose 313.02 points, or 0.38%, to 82,693.71 at the close, while the NSE Nifty advanced 91.15 points, or 0.36%, to end at 25,330.25. On the 30-share Sensex, State Bank of India, Bharat Electronics, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Maruti Suzuki and retailer Trent were among the top gainers, rising between 1% and 3%. Broader markets also firmed, with small-caps climbing 0.7% and mid-caps adding 0.1%. IT shares, which draw a large share of their revnue from the U.S., rose 0.7%, supported by expectations the Fed will deliver a 25-basis-point cut. Investors are also watching for signals of further easing later this year. Market experts said lower U.S. rates could make India more attractive to foreign investors by pulling down Treasury yields and the dollar. Separately, home-services platform Urban Company jumped 62% from its issue price of Rs 103 in its stock-market debut. The Nifty has now advanced in ten of the past eleven sessions and sits just 3.6% below its record of 26,277.35 touched in September last year. Rupee posts best one-day gain since August 19 ahead of Fed decision - Indian rupee ends up 0.27% at 87.8150 per U.S. dollar; previous close 88.0525 Top trades of the day Urban Company shares zoom over 8% after robust listing gains. What should investors do now? DreamFolks shares hit 5% lower circuit after exiting domestic lounge business Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.1% as of 9:51 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures were little changed Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The MSCI Asia Pacific Index was little changed The MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 0.5%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex resumes winning run after 1-day break, rallies 595 pts; Nifty tops 25,200
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex climbed 594.95 points, or 0.73%, to finish at 82,380.69, while the NSE Nifty 50 pushed above 25,239, higher by 169.90 points, or 0.68%. Euro Pratik Sales IPO opens for bidding. Should you subscribe to Rs 451 cr issue? Euro Pratik Sales has opened its IPO, targeting a fundraise of ₹451.3 crore with a price band set between ₹235 and ₹247 per share. The three-day subscription follows a ₹135 crore pre-IPO investment by Ashish Kacholia. The company plans to list on both NSE and BSE. Top trades of the day This multibagger stock is up 16% as iPhone 17 sales inch closer Vodafone Idea shares slide 4% as investors brace for Supreme Court hearing this week Godfrey Phillips shares jump 8% as 2:1 bonus issue takes effect KPR Mill, Raymond & other textile stocks surge up to 7%. Is India-US trade deal on the way? Global market update S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% as of 5:57 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.3% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.3% The MSCI World Index was little changed
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex snaps 5-day winning run, ends 119 pts lower, Nifty below 25,100; M&M, Asian Paints drop 2% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The S&P BSE Sensex fell 118.96 points, or 0.15%, to close at 81,785.74, while the NSE Nifty 50 eased 44.8 points, or 0.18%, to settle at 25,069.20. On the Sensex, Mahindra & Mahindra, Asian Paints, Infosys, Titan, Sun Pharma and Tata Consultancy Services were among the biggest losers, slipping between 0.7% and 1.7%. The Nifty IT index, which had advanced 4.3% last week, fell 0.6% to emerge as the day’s main drag. In contrast, broader markets outperformed, with small-cap and mid-cap indices rising 0.8% and 0.4%, respectively. Shares of RailTel Corporation jumped 6.5% after the telecom infrastructure group secured an order worth Rs 210 crore. Alcohol makers Radico Khaitan and Allied Blenders gained 3.8% and 3% respectively after Jefferies began coverage of both with a “buy” rating. IPO Allotment Status & GMP Live: Urban Company, Dev Accelerator IPO Allotment Date today Top trades of the day RailTel shares rally 8% after bagging Rs 210 crore order from Bihar Education Council KRBL shares crash 13% after independent director quits over governance concerns Adani Power shares jump 3% after 25-year, 2,400 MW power supply deal with Bihar Govt Global Markets Updates: S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% as of 6:48 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.5% The MSCI World Index rose 0.1%
SEBI Board Meeting Live Updates: Sebi chief has some positive news on NSE IPO; Minimum Public Offer norms revised, FPI access eased; REITs get equity status
SEBI Board Meeting Live Updates: India’s markets regulator on Friday eased access for sovereign-backed and overseas retail funds by introducing a single-window clearance system. SEBI also lowered the minimum share-sale requirement for large companies seeking listings to boost fund-raising. SEBI Meeting Key Discussions and Updates Sebi has likely approved changes to minimum public offer and shareholding timelines. The move addresses challenges large issuers face in diluting stakes via IPOs due to limited market absorption. Currently, firms with post-issue market cap above Rs 1 lakh cr must offer Rs 5,000 cr and 5% of market capitalization. Sebi also increased anchor investor reservation for QIBs from 33% to 40%. Read More Sebi eases FPIs entry into Indian markets through single-window clearance. Read More SEBI is proposing amendments to AIF regulations to introduce AI-only funds. Sebi launches market info website for FPIs - indiamarketaccess.in Sebi plans to establish local offices in state capitals, with at least 50% the staff proficient in the local language. IPO Updates Urban Company gets over 14.60 times subscription so far, GMP shows 42% listing gains likely. Should you apply or skip? Shringar House of Mangalsutra IPO Day 3: Issue booked over 8 times so far; GMP at 17%. Should you apply? Dev Accelerator IPO Day 3: Issue subscribed over 22 times on strong retail push; GMP at 13%. Should you apply? Airfloa Rail Technology IPO Day 2: Issue booked over 30x on strong retail push; GMP at 118% Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 2:42 p.m. Tokyo time Nikkei 225 futures (OSE) rose 0.9% Japan’s Topix rose 0.5% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.7% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 1.5% The Shanghai Composite rose 0.3% Euro Stoxx 50 futures rose 0.2%
US stock market crashes — Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq all lost after shocking August jobs report; possible Fed rate cut ahead
U.S. stocks swung sharply lower Friday after a surprisingly weak August jobs report reinforced the case for a Federal Reserve rate cut at its September 17 meeting. Stocks initially surged on the prospect of cheaper borrowing costs but quickly reversed as investors digested the economic slowdown behind the Fed’s likely pivot.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex rises for 4th straight day, settles 123 pts higher, Nifty reclaims 25K; Gail rises 3%, NTPC 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The S&P BSE Sensex climbed 123.58 points, or 0.15%, to end at 81,548.73, while the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 32.40 points, or 0.13%, to finish at 25,005.50. On the 30-stock Sensex, NTPC, Axis Bank, Power Grid, Bharti Airtel, Eternal and Sun Pharma advanced between 1% and 2%. IT stocks broke a two-day rally. The IT index slipped 0.5% after climbing 5.5% earlier in the week, dragged lower by a 1.5% drop in Infosys ahead of a board meeting to consider a share buyback. Mid-cap and small-cap stocks were flat. Exchange operator BSE and brokerage Angel One fell 4.6% and 5.2% after reports that the Securities and Exchange Board of India may move to phase out weekly derivatives contracts. The Nifty 50 and Sensex have gained 1.7% each over the past seven sessions, lifted by domestic tax cuts, expectations of a U.S. rate cut and improving sentiment around global trade negotiations. Oracle's $244 billion single-day rally as big as entire IT trinity of TCS, Infosys, HCL Tech Oracle's shares surged by 36%, adding $244 billion to its market cap after projecting substantial cloud infrastructure revenue growth, potentially reaching $144 billion by fiscal 2030. Even India's most valued company Reliance Industries' market value of $212 billion looks smaller in front of Oracle's single-day rally, which was the biggest one-day percentage jump for the company since 1992. Oracle's Founder Ellison and its largest shareholder with more than 40% stake in the company saw his soaring by $88.5 billion in a day as a result of the massive boom. He even briefly overtook Musk in the No.1 slot and Bloomberg Billionaires Index shows his current net worth at $383 billion, marginally lower than Musk's $384 billion fortune. IPO Updates Urban Company gets 3.13 times subscription on Day 2 so far, GMP at 35% Shringar House of Mangalsutra IPO Day 2: GMP at 16%; Should You Apply? Dev Accelerator IPO Day 2: Issue booked over 7 times so far; GMP at 13% Airfloa Rail Technology: Why is this little-known SME IPO creating waves in the market Global market update The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.2% as of 10:49 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures rose 0.1% Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.2% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The MSCI Asia Pacific Index was little changed The MSCI Emerging Markets Index was little changed
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 324 pts higher, Nifty above 24,950; BEL rises 4%, HCL Tech 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The S&P BSE Sensex rose 323.83 points, or 0.4%, to 81,425.15, while the NSE Nifty 50 added 104.50 points, or 0.42%, to close at 24,973.10. On the 30-stock Sensex, shares of BEL, HCL Technologies, Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank and TCS led gains, rising between 2% and 4.3%. Broader market indices also advanced, with small-caps up 0.7% and mid-caps adding 0.9%. The moves came after U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that his administration is continuing talks to address trade barriers with India and plans to speak with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, raising hopes of a breakthrough after weeks of tensions. Expectations of a potential U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut next week further lifted IT stocks, with the sector rising 5.5% over the past two sessions. Textile companies, including Welspun Living, Vardhman Textiles, Trident and Arvind, climbed 3.7% to 10% on optimism over a U.S.-India trade deal. Seafood exporters Apex Frozen and Avanti Feed jumped 15.7% and 14.8%, respectively, boosted by both trade optimism and the European Union’s clearance of 102 additional Indian fishery establishments for exports to member countries. IPO Updates Urban Company IPO Live Updates Dev Accelerator IPO opens for subscription; GMP at 16%: Should you bid? Shringar House of Mangalsutra IPO opens with a healthy GMP. Should you apply? Top trades of the day Sterling and Wilson shares rally 5% after Rs 415 crore Rajasthan solar project order Vikram Solar shares surge 13% after Q1 net profit rockets 484% YoY Avanti Feeds, Apex Frozen, other shrimp stocks zoom up to 17% on European good news Global market update S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% as of 6:04 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.1% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.2% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.3% The MSCI World Index was little changed
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 314 pts higher, Nifty above 24,850 on Infosys buyback optimism
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex climbed 314 points, or 0.39%, to finish at 81,101, while the NSE Nifty 50 added 95 points, or 0.39%, to close at 24,869. On the Sensex, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Adani Ports, HCL Technologies and TCS led the rally, rising between 1% and 5%. The IT sector outperformed, climbing 2.8% as Infosys jumped 5% after announcing plans to consider a share buyback on September 11. IT stocks accounted for the bulk of the Nifty’s gains, with three of the index’s top four performers coming from the sector. Bets on a Federal Reserve rate cut at the September 16–17 policy meeting increased after U.S. payroll data for August showed fewer-than-expected job additions. In the broader market, small-cap and mid-cap indices rose 0.3% and 0.2%, respectively. Top reads Wary of losses from startup IPOs? Urban Company offers what Swiggy, Zomato or Paytm couldn't Gold hits all-time high of Rs 1.10 lakh/10 gms in futures market Top trades of the day Infosys shares surge 4% ahead of board meeting to discuss buyback plan RailTel shares rally 5% after securing work orders worth over Rs 700 crore MosChip Technologies shares slide 10% after rallying 59% in 7 days. Should you buy the dip? Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 6:53 a.m. London time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.1% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.5% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 0.8% Japan’s Topix fell 0.4% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.6% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 0.6% The Shanghai Composite fell 0.7% Euro Stoxx 50 futures fell 0.4%
Black unemployment jumps to 7.5% as August jobs report shows economic cooling
Black unemployment rose 0.3% to 7.5% in August while overall US unemployment reached 4.3%. The jobs report showed only 22,000 new positions added, with Black Americans experiencing disproportionate job losses amid economic slowdown and federal employment cuts totaling 97,000 since January
Will Fed chair Jerome Powell cut rates following the weak jobs report?
August jobs report marks the fourth consecutive month of cooling labor growth, strengthening the case for a rate cut at the Fed’s September 16–17 meeting. Chair Jerome Powell has already signaled that policymakers are monitoring the slowdown closely.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 76 pts higher, Nifty above 24,750; Gold prices hit record high
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex added 76.54 points, or 0.09%, to finish at 80,787.30, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 32.15 points, or 0.13%, to 24,773.15. On the Sensex, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Adani Ports and Tata Steel led the advance, advacing between 0.7% and 4%. The metals index rose 0.4% after Morgan Stanley struck a more positive view on Indian steelmakers, pointing to stronger demand, China’s supply reforms and a weaker U.S. dollar. The brokerage raised its rating on JSW Steel and Tata Steel to “overweight” from “equal weight,” and lifted SAIL to “equal weight” from “underweight.” Shares of the three companies gained between 0.7% and 3%. Auto stocks outperformed, with the sector index up 1.8%, powered by Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra, which each jumped 4% after cutting prices across their lineups to pass along the full benefit of the GST reductions to buyers. In the broader market, the smallcaps and midcaps rose 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively. Gold hits record high as traders weigh Fed rate-cut bets Top trades of the day MosChip Tech shares jump 8%, extend winning streak to 7 days. What’s driving the rally? Adani Power shares surge 5% after JV for 570 MW hydropower project in Bhutan Vikram Solar shares zoom 7% after securing 336 MW module supply order from L&T Netweb Technologies shares rally 50% in 6 days to hit record high. Here are 4 reasons why Global Market Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.2% as of 9:21 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.3% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.7% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 0.7%
US stock market crashes: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq's shocking fall from all-time highs. Check top gainers, losers
Nvidia, whose chips are powering much of the world's move into artificial-intelligence technology, fell 2 per cent and was the single strongest force pulling the S&P 500 downward. Amazon sank 1.6 per cent, and Apple dropped 1 per cent.
Rising beyond gold’s shadow: Silver as a strategic metal of the future
Silver futures reached a record high in August 2025, driven by its increasing industrial importance. The U.S. government added silver to its Critical Minerals List, and Saudi Arabia invested in silver ETFs, signaling growing recognition of its strategic value. A persistent global supply deficit further supports a bullish outlook for silver, making it a key asset for investors.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 207 pts lower, Nifty below 24,600 as Tuesday becomes new Nifty expiry day
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: On the sectoral front, banking and financial stocks led the decline, with healthcare also showing mild weakness. In contrast, PSU banks held firm, supported by positive momentum in media, metal, and realty stocks. Top reads Balrampur Chini, other sugar stocks zoom up to 20% as govt policies boost ethanol outlook Reliance Industries shares jump 2%. Is it about AGM or what China is doing? Gold at record highs: Can prices really touch Rs 1.20 lakh by 2025-end? Silver beats gold, equities and Bitcoin in strongest 5-year rally — but can it break its 4-year jinx? Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% as of 4:41 p.m. New York time Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.2% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.1% The Ibovespa Index was little changed S&P/BMV IPC rose 0.3%
Closing Bell: Sensex snaps 3-day losing run, settles 555 pts higher, Nifty above 24,600; M&M, TaMo rise 3% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The BSE Sensex advanced 554.84 points, or 0.70%, to finish at 80,364.49, while the NSE Nifty jumped 198.20 points, or 0.81%, to settle at 24,625.05. On the 30-stock Sensex, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, Trent, Eternal, Asian Paints and Infosys led the advance, gaining between 2% and 3.7%. On a sectoral basis, auto stocks jumped 2.8% to emerge as the day’s strongest performers, with the top five Nifty gainers all from the auto space. Bajaj Auto rose 3.9% to lead the pack, while TVS Motor touched a record high. IT firms, which earn a significant portion of revenue from the U.S., advanced with the Nifty IT index up 1.6%. Consumption-linked stocks strengthened ahead of a Goods and Services Tax (GST) council meeting later this week on possible rate cuts. Consumer durables rose 2.1%, while consumption gained 1.2%. In the broader market, midcaps added 2% and small caps ended 1.6% higher. Top trades of the day Adani Power shares jump 2% on Rs 10,500 crore investment for 800 MW thermal power project in MP CMS Info Systems shares jump 3% as IPPB awards contract for 1,000 ATMs PG Electroplast shares jump 3% on Rs 1,000 crore investment deal with Maharashtra government NCC shares jump 3% after winning Rs 788 crore worth work orders in August Global market updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 12:50 p.m. Tokyo time Japan’s Topix fell 0.8% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.7% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 1.7% The Shanghai Composite rose 0.1% Euro Stoxx 50 futures were little changed
Rs 6 lakh crore gone! Sensex falls 849 points, Nifty slips below 24,750. Trump tariff bomb and 6 other reasons why stock market fell today
Stock Market Crash Today: Indian markets plummeted as the U.S. imposed tariffs on Indian goods, sparking investor concerns. Sensex and Nifty fell by 1%, with broad market capitalization shrinking significantly. This decline was further fueled by FII selling, rupee weakness, and negative global cues, overshadowing positive domestic factors like potential GST reforms.
Employee's Ultimate Payback: Billionaire David Tepper bought former boss’s mansion. What he did next is extremely shocking...
Employee's ultimate payback, which came at the hands of billionaire David Tepper, is here. After Goldman Sachs CEO Jon Corzine denied him a promotion, Tepper later bought and demolished Corzine’s $43 million Hamptons mansion.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 271 pts lower, Nifty below 24,450 as RIL, tariff worries weigh on markets
Top reads RIL AGM 2025: Mukesh Ambani announces Reliance Jio IPO to hit Dalal Street in first half of 2026 RIL AGM today: Will Reliance Industries shares break 4-year streak of letdowns? Reliance Jio IPO announced: 5 things investors need to watch out for Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The BSE Sensex declined 270.92 points, or 0.34%, to finish at 79,809.65, while the NSE Nifty slipped 74.05 points, or 0.30%, to settle at 24,426.85. On the 30-stock Sensex, shares of Mahindra & Mahindra, RIL, Infosys, NTPC and Tata Motors led the laggards, falling between 1% and 3%. Reliance, the third-heaviest stock on the Nifty 50, dropped 2.2% even after Chairman Mukesh Ambani told shareholders at the conglomerate’s annual meeting that the long-anticipated initial public offering of Reliance Jio, set to be one of the largest in Indian market history, would take place in the first half of 2026. Sectorally, oil-and-gas companies led the declines with a slide of more than 1%, while IT stocks, heavily dependent on U.S. demand, fell 0.9%. Meanwhile, midcap shares slipped 0.6% and smallcaps lost 0.4%. Top trades of the day RBL Bank shares rise 3% after Societe Generale acquires shares worth Rs 79 crore via bulk deal CG Power shares gain 4% on Rs 7,600 crore OSAT facility investment in Gujarat; Nomura predicts 26% upside Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures fell 0.4% as of 6:02 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.5% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3% The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.5% The MSCI World Index fell 0.1% Read More: Reliance Industries AGM 2025 Live Updates
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 706 pts lower, Nifty at 24,500 as 50% US tariffs take effect
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The BSE Sensex declines 705.97 points, or 0.87%, to finish at 80,080.57, while the NSE Nifty slipped 211.15 points, or 0.85%, to settle at 24,500.90. The tariffs were the single biggest drag on the market, but investors were also contending with a cocktail of other headwinds, from weak global cues to sustained foreign fund outflows. Together, they deepened the selloff and pushed benchmarks further into the red. The rout erased Rs 4.67 lakh crore in market value from companies listed on the BSE, pulling the exchange’s overall capitalisation down to Rs 445.27 lakh crore. Nvidia Q2 results Nvidia posted strong Q2 results, with revenue at $46.7 billion, marking a 6% sequential and 56% annual rise, led by growth in its Data Center business. The company forecast around $54 billion for Q3 and returned significant value to shareholders. However, its shares fell in after-hours trade on concerns over AI chip spending, China exposure, and a revenue shortfall in one key segment, with no H20 sales recorded in China during the quarter. Why stock market is down today? 1. U.S. tariffs take effect 2. Continued FII selloff 3. Asian peers waver 4. Technicals flash bearish signals Top reads RIL AGM tomorrow: 5 things that investors expect & should you buy the stock? Tariff tandav pulls down Sensex by 1,500 points in 2 days. Time to panic or buy the fear? Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 6:17 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.2% The MSCI World Index rose 0.2%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 849 pts lower, Nifty below 24,750; Sun Pharma, Tata Steel drop 3% each
The S&P BSE Sensex fell 849.37 points or 1% to close at 80,786.54 level, while the NSE Nifty 50 dropped 255.70 points or 1%, to end at the 24,712.05 mark. The market capitalization of all listed companies on the BSE shrank by Rs 6.02 lakh crore to Rs 449.38 lakh crore. Pharmaceuticals shares shed 1.7%, with heavyweight Sun Pharma down over 3% after BofA downgraded the stock to 'underperform', citing risks to premium valuations. In single-stock moves, Vodafone Idea tumbled as much as 10% after reports suggested the government was unlikely to provide further relief on its long-standing dues. Broader markets also came under pressure, with mid-cap shares down 1.6% and small-caps sliding 2%. Why is the stock market down today? Sensex drops over 600 pts, Nifty below 24,800 — 7 reasons behind the slump U.S. tariffs take effect at midnight Profit booking after last week’s rally FII selloff Rupee weakness Global markets decline Crude oil near 2-week high Technical signals flag caution Top trades of the day Vodafone Idea shares plummet 10% after Centre rules out further AGR relief Protean eGov Technologies shares zoom 11% on Rs 1,160 crore Aadhaar order from UIDAI Sai Life Sciences shares drop 4% as TPG Asia likely offloads Rs 2,811 cr worth shares via block deal Global markets updates The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.7% as of 10:06 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures fell 0.1% Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.1% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.2% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 1% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index fell 0.9%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 329 pts higher, Nifty above 24,950 on Fed's rate cut hint
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: The BSE Sensex rose 329.06 points, or 0.40%, to finish at 81,635.91, while the NSE Nifty gained 97.65 points, or 0.39%, to settle at 24,967.75. On the 30-stock Sensex, the shares of Infosys, TCS, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra and Tata Motors led the gainers, advancing between 1% and 3%. On a sectoral basis, IT stocks rose 2.4% to lead the advance, with the Nifty’s top four performers all from the sector. The country's two largest software exporters, TCS and Infosys, climbed 2.8% and 3.1%, respectively. The rally came after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, speaking Friday at Jackson Hole, signaled the U.S. central bank could cut interest rates as soon as September, citing rising risks to the labor market while warning inflation remained a concern. Lower U.S. borrowing costs tend to make emerging-market assets, including India’s, more attractive to global investors. Still, caution lingered ahead of fresh U.S. tariffs, with President Donald Trump’s additional 25% levy on Indian goods set to take effect Aug. 27, potentially raising duties as high as 50%. India’s mid- and small-cap stocks, more exposed to domestic demand, surrendered early gains to finish largely flat. Top Reads Expert take: Vodafone Idea, Vedanta among 5 stocks to buy this week for upside up to 24%. Here's why Top trades of the day Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders shares jump nearly 4% as Centre clears Rs 70,000 crore submarine project negotiations Yes Bank shares rally 5% as RBI clears SMBC stake acquisition Reliance Power, Reliance Infra shares fall up to 5% even as Anil Ambani distances himself from Rs 2,929 crore fraud probe Ola Electric shares rally 5% on policy talks to speed EV adoption Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures fell 0.2% as of 6:04 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.3% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.2% The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.2% The MSCI World Index was little changed
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex rises for 6th day, settles 142 pts higher, Nifty above 25,050; Cipla rises 3%, DRL 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Thirteen of the 16 major sectors advanced on Thursday, extending the five-day winning streak on optimism over proposed GST reforms and S&P’s rating upgrade for India. Financial stocks logged gains, with insurers rallying on reports of possible GST relief on insurance premiums. Top reads From here on, all bets are on how GST is impacting demand, says Dinshaw Irani and adds why Helios is betting on Ola Q1 earnings shocker: 51 profitable companies just turned loss-makers. Is your portfolio at risk? Why BSE Share is Falling Today Top trades of the day Nazara shares in freefall, down 23% in 2 days as PokerBaazi game haunts investors Clean Science shares dive 9% as promoters likely offload 20% equity stake via block deal Bajaj Finserv shares rise 2%. Why Jefferies initiated coverage on Nifty stock India Cements shares jump 3% as UltraTech Cement's OFS to sell 6.5% stake opens today Global Market Update S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 12:51 p.m. Tokyo time Japan’s Topix fell 0.5% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rose 1% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng fell 0.1% The Shanghai Composite rose 0.4% Euro Stoxx 50 futures rose 0.2%
As stock market nears a P/E ratio of 30 - should investors worry?
S&P 500 P/E ratio 2025: Despite a record high for the S&P 500, cracks are appearing beneath the surface. A high price-to-earnings ratio, currently near 30, signals investors are paying a premium for stocks, earning just $3.30 per $100 invested. Rising bond yields further challenge the stock market's appeal, potentially shrinking future returns for investors.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 213 pts higher, Nifty above 25K as D-St maintains winning run for 5th day
The S&P BSE Sensex advanced 213.45 points, or 0.26%, to 81,857.84, while the NSE Nifty 50 gained 69.90 points, or 0.28%, closing above the 25,000 mark at 25,050.55 after trimming early losses. Both the Sensex and Nifty have climbed steadily over the past week, gaining about 2.3% and 2%, respectively, across five sessions. Investor sentiment has been buoyed by optimism around proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms and S&P’s upgrade of India’s sovereign outlook. On a sectoral basis, IT stocks, which earn a significant portion of revenue from the U.S., advanced 2.7% head of the Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole symposium later this month. Meanwhile, consumer stocks added 1.4% on expectations that tax reforms could spur demand. Financials edged down 0.4%, tempering the broader advance. The small-cap and mid-cap gauges climbed 0.3% and 0.5%, respectively. Gaming-linked firms slumped, with Nazara Technologies tumbling 12.9% and Onmobile Global sliding 3.4% after reports that the government plans to ban online money-based games. Top reads Ola Electric shares rally 18% in 2 days. Analysts say Rs 57 within reach; should you buy? Mukesh Ambani wants to double RIL size by FY30. What it means for 44 lakh shareholders Top trades of the day Bharti Airtel shares jump 2% as co withdraws entry-level 1 GB/day plan Nazara Technologies, Delta Corp shares slide up to 7% as cabinet clears bill to regulate online gaming platforms Aditya Infotech shares rise over 2% after 46% YoY surge in Q1 PAT Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures fell 0.1% as of 5:54 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.2% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.2% The Stoxx Europe 600 was little changed The MSCI World Index was little changed
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 370 pts higher, Nifty above 24,950 on GST cut hopes
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Nine of the 16 major sectors traded in the green. As the session progressed, buying interest strengthened in auto, oil & gas, media, and energy counters, helping these sectors consolidate and extend their advances. The broader midcap and smallcap indices also edged higher Top reads Rekha Jhunjhunwala portfolio: 12 stocks log double-digit gains, 1 microcap shines with 43% return in FY26 so far Smallcap investors just got some bad news from Q1 earnings. Time to tweak your portfolio? Top trades of the day Reliance Industries shares rise over 2% after Jio scraps 1 GB/day plan Vodafone Idea shares jump 2% as telco explores non-banking funding for capex continuity Vedanta shares rally 2% ahead of board meet to consider second interim dividend on August 21 Icodex Publishing Solutions shares list at 20% discount to IPO price on BSE SME platform Global market update S&P 500 futures fell 0.2% as of 1:10 p.m. Tokyo time Japan’s Topix was little changed Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.8% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 0.2% The Shanghai Composite rose 0.3% Euro Stoxx 50 futures rose 0.1%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 676 pts higher, Nifty above 24,850 as Modi's GST reform promise boosts D-St
Why market is rising today? GST reforms among 4 key factors behind today's surge Trump-Putin talks GST reforms Asian peers rally Technicals The BSE Sensex jumped 676.09 points, or 0.84%, to 81,273.75 at the close, while the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 245.65 points, or 1%, to end at 24,876.95. The market capitalization of all listed companies on the BSE increased by Rs 5.39 lakh crore to Rs 451.16 lakh crore. Top reads of the day GST Reforms 2.0: Full list of over 40 stocks that can benefit from PM Modi's Diwali promise Hero Moto, Maruti, Tata Motors and other auto stocks jump up to 8%. How a GST rate cut may impact them Rs 3,100 crore mutual fund battle: Why MFs are ditching Zomato for Swiggy Bitcoin drops 5% to $115K in one week. Here's why Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.2% as of 10:53 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures fell 0.2% Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.2% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.1% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index was little changed The MSCI Emerging Markets Index was little changed
From 100 to 80,000: How Sensex became India's ultimate wealth creation machine doubling money every 5 years
The BSE Sensex has delivered remarkable returns, growing from a base of 100 in 1979 to 80,000 in 2025, effectively doubling investors' money every five years. Despite market crashes, including a significant drop in March 2020, the Sensex has consistently rebounded, creating substantial wealth for investors. Experts predict continued growth, with projections reaching 1.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles marginally higher after volatile session, Nifty holds 24,600
The BSE Sensex added 57.75 points, or 0.07%, to close at 80,597.66, while the broader NSE Nifty 50 rose 11.95 points, or 0.05%, to end at 24,631.30. Both indexes gained about 1% this week, snapping their six-week slide. Broader markets also advanced, with small-cap stocks up 0.7% and mid-caps gaining 0.9%. Pharmaceutical and IT companies, which draw a significant portion of their revenue from the U.S., rose 3.5% and 1.3%, respectively, buoyed by the extension of the U.S.–China tariff truce and softer U.S. inflation data. Among individual movers, Apollo Hospitals surged 10.4% for the week, its strongest performance in nearly four years, after posting robust quarterly earnings. Indian markets will be closed Friday for the Independence Day holiday. Top reads Bitcoin at $124K, reaches all-time high. Here's what experts say Regaal Resources IPO: GMP up at 27%, subscribed 26.93x on Day 3,. Should you bid? Check key details Top trades of the day NMDC shares slide 5% as Q1 profit dips, but brokerages still bullish. Here’s why JSW Cement shares fall over 5% post market debut. What should investors do? Vishal Mega Mart shares surge 8% as Q1 profit jumps 37% YoY Jubilant Foodworks shares rally 5% after Q1 PAT grows 60% YoY, but brokerages cut target prices. Here’s why Muthoot Finance shares hit 10% upper circuit on posting 65% YoY growth in Q1 profit Global market update S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 6:56 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.2% The MSCI World Index was little changed
Nifty logs longest weekly losing run since 2020 crash. Here's how
Indian markets extended losses for the sixth straight week—longest since April 2020—as US tariff hikes, weak earnings, and persistent FII outflows weighed on investor sentiment. Exporters, especially in textiles and seafood, were hit hardest amid trade tensions.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 746 pts higher, Nifty above 24,550; Tata Motors, Eternal rise 3% each
The Nifty 50 rose 0.91% to 24,585.05 points and the BSE Sensex gained 0.93% to 80,604.08 on Monday. The broader small-caps and mid-caps gained 0.4% and 0.9%, respectively. The Nifty and Sensex shed nearly 1% last week, posting their longest weekly losing streak in five years, as U.S. tariffs and muted earnings weighed. Fifteen of the 16 major sectors logged gains. Public sector banks were the biggest gainers with a 2.2% climb, led by a 2.4% rise in State Bank of India. Reliance Industries, which has benefited from cheaper Russian oil imports, rose 1.4%. The stock fell nearly 2% last week. Markets are eyeing U.S. President Donald Trump's August 15 meeting in Alaska with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, aimed at negotiating an end to the Ukraine war. Top reads Equity mutual fund inflows jump 81% in July to Rs 42,702 crore From 100 to 80,000: How Sensex became India's ultimate wealth creation machine doubling money every 5 years Top trades of the session NSDL shares on winning streak, surge 80% since IPO launch. What’s next for investors? PG Electroplast share price tanks another 15%. Nuvama cuts target prices, analysts warn of more downside Voltas shares decline 8% after Q1 profit slumps 58% YoY on weak AC sales ICICI Bank shares slip 1% after hike in minimum balance requirement for new savings accounts SBI shares jump over 2% as brokerages hike target price to Rs 955 post strong Q1 results Tata Motors shares jump over 1% after reporting Q1 results
U.S. stock market plunges today as Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq sink deep in red — a stormy start to August on Wall Street as weak jobs report and Trump tariff turmoil spark economic recession panic
U.S. stock market today slumped sharply as President Trump's sweeping global tariffs and a weak July jobs report rattled Wall Street. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all opened in the red, with tech giants like Amazon and Nvidia dragging indexes lower. Job growth slowed significantly to just 73,000, while unemployment rose to 4.2%, raising fresh recession fears. Investors reacted by shifting to safer assets, pushing bond yields down.
The exit strategy renaissance: How liquidity solutions are building retail bond confidence
India’s bond market is undergoing a transformation, becoming more accessible and liquid for retail investors. Key reforms—lower ticket sizes, digital platforms, and retail-only liquidity windows—are boosting participation and trust. Monthly investments have surged, signalling a shift towards bonds as a mainstream, flexible investment option.
Investors have become complacent about risk and have succumbed to the exuberance that preceded the 2008 crash and the dotcom collapse, warns Larry Summers
It appears that US investors are too consumed by greed and are ignoring all the safety valves that are all screaming red. This is something Larry Summers, a former Treasury secretary is constantly warning about
Somaiya seeks probe into stock market crash
BJP leader and founder of Investor’s Forum, Kirit Somaiya, has demanded a comprehensive probe into the stock market crash, role of the regulators and the finance ministry.
Why stock market fell today: Sensex settles 501 pts lower, Nifty below 25,000; 5 reasons behind the drop
Stock Market Crash Today: Indian markets experienced a sharp decline on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty50 falling due to FII selling, Axis Bank's disappointing earnings, and Citi's downgrade of Indian equities. Global uncertainties surrounding US Fed policy and rising oil prices further contributed to the negative sentiment. Financial stocks were particularly hard hit, leading the broad-based market weakness.
Recession coming? Trump's policies to cause big harm to the US economy, stock market could crash during his second term, says Anthony Scaramucci
A US stock market crash could become a huge reality in the coming days, based on Trump's economic policies which could be implemented in his tenure, after Joe Biden ends his term as US President. According to Anthony Scaramucci, Trump's policies have the potential of inflicting major harm on the US economy.
Federal Reserve Bank of New York says there's a 29% chance of a recession in the next 12 months; here's Warren Buffett's advice on how to invest during tough times
There are serious concerns about an upcoming US stock market crash, which could be propelled by a likely incoming recession by the end of 2025, as per the Federal Reserve Bank of NY. However, Warren Buffett's latest investment tips may ease you up a bit.
Stock market today: Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq tank - top 5 reasons why equites are losing ground
U.S. stock market tumbled hard after a weak July jobs report and President Trump’s new tariffs on 66 countries reignited fears of a global trade war. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq plunged as job growth slowed to just 73,000, and unemployment rose to 4.2%. With sharp revisions in previous job data and fresh tariff shocks, investor confidence took a hit. Bond yields dropped, and recession fears are growing louder. Major stocks like Amazon and Apple slipped, while Wall Street now bets the Federal Reserve could cut rates in September to stabilize the slowing economy.
The stock market could tank in 2025, thanks to the Federal Reserve; here's the reason
The US Federal Reserve may bring the US stock market to its knees through their policies in the year 2025, and there are now increased fears among US investors in this regard. Here's what could possibly happen, that can shatter Wall Street's upward trend, and could even lead to a possible US stock market crash.
Biggest stock market crash coming in February: Rich Dad Poor Dad's author Robert Kiyosaki
Kiyosaki predicts the "biggest stock market crash in history" will occur in February 2025, as mentioned in a recent tweet. While he anticipates shockwaves through traditional markets, he sees this as an opportunity for savvy investors. Kiyosaki believes capital will flow into alternative investments like Bitcoin, which he expects to experience explosive growth amid market instability.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 586 pts lower, Nifty below 24,600; Tata Steel, Maruti drop 3% each
The BSE Sensex shed 585.67 points, or 0.72%, to close at 80,599.91, while the NSE Nifty slipped 203 points, or 0.82%, to settle at 24,565.35. Here are six key factors driving the recent market downturn: 1) U.S. tariffs on Indian exports 2) Persistent FII outflows 3) Weak global market cues 4) Dollar strength intensifies pressure 5) Pharma stocks under fire 6) Technicals point to further downside Top reads TACO trade or duck for cover? How Sensex, Nifty traders should play Trump tariff tantrum PNB Housing Finance shares tank 16% after resignation of MD & CEO, Girish Kousgi Shanti Gold International shares list with 15% premium over IPO price HUL shares rally 8% as brokerages raise target prices after Q1 results. Should you buy, sell or hold? Top trades of the day Sun Pharma shares slide 5% after Q1 profit falls 20% YoY. Should you buy, sell or hold? Swiggy shares tumble over 4% after Q1 loss widens to Rs 1,197 crore Reliance Power, Reliance Infrastructure shares fall up to nearly 5% as ED summons Anil Ambani Eicher Motors shares jump 3% after Q1 PAT rises 9% YoY. Should you buy? Global market update S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 12:02 p.m. Tokyo time Japan’s Topix rose 0.4% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.7% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng was little changed The Shanghai Composite fell 0.2% Euro Stoxx 50 futures fell 0.2%
Why stock market is down today? Sensex ends 721 pts lower, Nifty below 24,850; 5 reasons behind the fall
Stock Market Crash Today: Indian equity markets experienced a significant downturn on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty50 both declining sharply. Financial stocks, particularly Bajaj Finance, led the sell-off due to concerns over asset quality. Global uncertainties, stalled US-India trade deal negotiations, and continuous selling by foreign investors further contributed to the market's negative performance.
Mega-Bubble: This top economist is predicting a stock market crash that will be spectacular
There is a major chance of an epic stock market crash this time and a fully-fledged US recession, according to a top economist David Rosenberg. With the uncertainty around the US elections, things are much more precarious at this point, but the investor sentiment is now bent on serious crash fears at this point.
Nifty forms long bear candle to break key support level. What traders should do next week
Headline equity index Nifty on Friday formed a long bear candle on the daily chart, indicating a decisive downside breakout of the sideways range movement in the market at 17800 levels. Nifty was trading in a range of 18250 to 17750 levels over the last month, and the market action of the last two sessions opens the potential downside pattern target of around 17200-17300 levels in the near term, chart readers said. “The index could drag lower to 16,750 levels. Immediate support for the index is placed at 17,500 levels. Resistance for the index at 17,800 levels,” said Apurva Sheth, Head of Market Perspectives & Research, SAMCO Securities.
America's stock market boom will end in 2025 because of this serious reason, says Ruchir Sharma of Rockefeller International
America's stock market boom is currently continuing in 2025, and is following the trend of 2023 and 2024, backed by the massive bull run. There are market predictions that this epic run may soon come to a halt in the next half of 2025, if a Rockefeller International expert is to be believed. Are there chances of a US stock market crash in 2025?
Sunil Subramaniam on how to make volatility your friend and not an enemy
“As good cyclical-oriented sectors and stocks are correcting, they are the ones to accumulate because the bounce back in earnings will more than justify those allocations though in the short run, it might look like one is taking on a lot more risk. It is a very blended play and that is the best way to harness volatility in our favour.”
Boom or bust ahead? Is it time for China to sober up after the stock rally?
Beijing's substantial stimulus measures have led to a week-long stock rally. However, worries about a potential stock market crash are rising. An economist urged caution and predicted more fiscal measures amidst the ongoing property market slump. The central bank's recent actions aimed to support the economy and boost market confidence might need careful monitoring.
Market crash coming! Rich Dad, Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki's top 8 predictions since 2002
Kiyosaki has raised concerns once again, this time predicting that February 2025 will see the "biggest stock market crash in history." He believes the crash will lead to widespread sales of cars, houses, and, crucially, stocks and bonds.
US stock market crash: Dow Jones slips 900 points, Nasdaq, S&P down 1.5% amid tariff-fuelled slowdown fears
US stock market crash: Wall Street plummeted, with the S&P 500 nearing bear market confirmation amid economic anxieties fueled by President Trump's tariffs. Investors sought safety in government bonds as major indexes hit one-year lows. Technology stocks suffered significantly, and recession fears intensified, prompting speculation about potential interest rate cuts.
How investors can handle a stock market crash
There are a set of things—basic ideas about investing—that one can remind oneself when the market is looking shaky. They are not new, but actually reinforcements.
Google searches can predict stock market crashes: Study
Applied to data between 2004 and 2012, the method shows that increases in searches for business and politics preceded falls in the stock market.
Bank of Japan worried about a stock market crash
The Nikkei stock index is down 21% from its recent peak in June last year, and is down 57% from its all-time peak in 1989.
Key consequences of China's stock market crash by Citi research
China's economy is going through a rough patch, and fears things could get worse have been exacerbated by the recent crash of the country's market.
Will the stock market crash in 2025? Watch out for these 6 risk factors
The stock market in 2025 may face several risks such as earnings pressure, geopolitical tensions, trade frictions, and delay in rate hike by the US Federal Reserve. Issues like smallcap and midcap market froth and the Chinese economic recovery could also impact market dynamics. Investors should be prepared for potential corrections and pressures on earnings growth.
Stock market crash: Anand Mahindra suggests ‘Pranayama’ strategy for Indian investors
Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra suggested using Pranayama to cope with the situation, emphasizing India's long-term growth potential. Social media was flooded with Bollywood-related memes and reactions, reflecting investor anxiety and frustration. The Sensex fell below its Budget-day low, and the Nifty50 slipped below its 20-day moving average, marking its largest single-day decline in over two months.
China's stock market crash will make Beijing's biggest challenge even harder
According to Credit Suisse, the stock market crash is becoming an issue for the country's growth, and as a result.
Chinese police find "clues" of $ 3.2 trillion stock market crash
The police probing the stock market crash that wiped about $ 3.2 trillion of capital out of the market today claimed to have found clues.
Plea in SC seeks Centre, SEBI to submit report in Jun 4 stock market crash
A plea filed in the Supreme Court calls for a detailed report on the stock market crash following the election results, with losses reaching billions. The plea seeks action to strengthen regulations and protect investors, citing concerns over market volatility and lack of change despite previous directives.
Investors lose over Rs 2 lakh crore as Sensex melts 733 pts. 7 key factors behind today's bloodbath
Selling pressure from RIL and HDFC Bank led to a major crash in Indian indices. The market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies dropped by a whopping Rs 2.53 lakh crore. India VIX surged due to increasing volatility and concerns over Q4 earnings, election season, and US Fed rate cut.
Bitcoins are out; where to invest as stock market falls? Manishi Raychaudhuri explains
“It is difficult to predict how long this short term correction would last but for longer term investors, sectors and stocks within the market are beginning to look attractive.”
Nifty 1,100 points away from official bear market zone: Time for greed or fear?
The Nifty 50 extended its losing streak to eight sessions, falling nearly 16% from its peak. Broader markets saw steeper declines, with small and microcap indices plunging over 25%. Macroeconomic concerns, FII outflows, and valuation resets continue to pressure sentiment.
Global view: Corrections, bear phases, recessions and crashes
The recent financial market volatility has many people wondering if this stock-market decline will turn into a bear market.
Stock market crash: What to do when your large-cap stocks plunge?
The key takeaway is that large-cap stocks seem stable, but are not immune to sudden dips. Panic can play a role, but it’s crucial to remember the inherent strength and momentum of these companies. Don’t let short-term fluctuations, especially during panic selling, cloud your judgement about a company’s long-term potential.
Don’t start buying now as correction may not end in a day; 7-10% Nifty fall may remove froth: Sandip Sabharwal
Stock Market Crash Today: Market expert Sandip Sabharwal has indicated that a 7% to 10% correction in Nifty could be beneficial for aligning valuations with long-term trends. He recommended waiting before investing afresh, noting that markets may take a few weeks to stabilize. Sabharwal remains positive on auto, industrials, and consumer durables sectors, while advising caution with financials.
Why stock market is down today? 5 key factors behind 823-point Sensex crash, Nifty below 24,900
Stock Market Crash: Indian stock markets experienced a sharp decline on Thursday, with the Sensex and Nifty falling significantly due to escalating Middle East tensions and ahead of the F&O expiry. IT stocks led the sell-off, contributing to a substantial decrease in market capitalization.
China's stock market crash may derail government's economic reforms
The crash has been a bitter pill for the real economy, and will be a huge comedown for policymakers.
Greatest bubble in human history about to burst? USA's $34 trillion debt to trigger a recession, stocks may lose over half their value in a sell-off, says Mark Spitznagel
Mark Spitznagel, who is a bearish investor, has now predicted that stock prices may soon lose nearly half their value in an upcoming sell-off, that could end up putting the stock market in a major crisis. Moreover, he is also of the opinion that a recession could become a reality by the end of the year.
Lost money in this crash? These same old mistakes cost you dear
One should not want to become a crorepati overnight in the stock market.
Will the stock market crash? Let's find out using 6-day stress test
After a significant 1,420-point drop in Nifty over six days, historical trends show potential for recovery, bolstered by domestic institutional and retail investors. A six-day consecutive fall has often led to positive returns, suggesting short-term declines may offer strategic buying opportunities.
China's top hedge fund manager Xu Xiang held for stock market crash
Xu and several other executives of Zexi were arrested on charges including insider trading and stock market manipulation, the Post quoted official media as reporting.
True and false lessons from the 2008 stock market crash
As the world enters another period of uncertainty, looking back at tough episodes in the past can provide a useful perspective on how to deal with the current one.
Stock market timers pony up $25 billion and get another thrashing
After a month of drawing down positions, investors poured $25 billion in stocks in the week through Wednesday only to see the S&P 500 plummet as the Federal Reserve and other central banks stuck with hawkish stances that threaten to spur a recession. The benchmark index ended the week with its worst three-day drop in two months, shattering chart support and putting it on track for its first down December since 2018, when rate angst was wreaking similar havoc.
Traders can wait; investors can buy this fall: Deven Choksey
“I believe that this kind of correction or a sharp fall is becoming an opportunity for investors to buy into. The traders may still want to wait, but investors would possibly look at this falling market to buy into the portfolios.”
D-Street's 4-week winning run comes to a halt; investors lose Rs 10 lakh cr in 4 days
Investors were left poorer by Rs 3.36 lakh crore as the total market cap of BSE-listed firms, which reflects investor wealth, slipped to Rs 269.85 lakh crore. Investors have lost Rs 10.17 lakh crore in the market fall since Tuesday.
What to do now? Take a deep breath and do pranayama!
Sunil Subramaniam, MD & CEO, Sundaram Mutual Fund, says post 2008 crisis, Sensex delivered 63% returns in one year and 23% in three years.
Ominous warning from Peter Schiff: Ace economist says, as yields soar in Japan, a financial tsunami will crash US markets
Top market expert Peter Schiff is now warning investors about a possible stock market crash as the Japanese government bond (JGB) market is rapidly heating up. There could be serious implications for the global stock markets owing to these symptoms, as per reports
Trump's policies to create havoc on the US economy leading to stock market crash, says Anthony Scaramucci
There are chances of a major US stock market crash in the coming days, based on Trump's inflationary economic policies, feels Anthony Scaramucci, the White house communications director during Donald Trump's first stint at the White House. Is what Anthony is claiming, really possible?
Stock Market Crash: Sensex ends 1,258 points lower after 3 confirmed HMPV cases spook investors
Why Stock Market is Falling Today: Fear of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in India led to a significant stock market crash with the Sensex falling ending over 1,200 points and the Nifty losing around 1.6%. The detection of HMPV cases in Karnataka and Gujarat heightened investor concerns, triggering a widespread sell-off.
