“By staying out of the markets, you can survive to trade another day, when you’re in a peak performance mental state and the market conditions are optimal.”

Data from ACE Equity shows Bajaj Finance is the top performer in finance and banking space with a robust 29% YTD return till April 8, 2025

Personal loans in India are not taxable as they are treated as liabilities, not income. However, interest paid on loans used for home renovation, business, or education may be eligible for tax deductions under specific sections of the Income Tax Act.

​​A little unfortunate is that our growth rate in this quarter will be flattish. We are coming out of low growth and this year, full year, maybe we will end up with 6-7% growth rate for Nifty and it can only slowly recover in in this environment.

Star investor Prashant Jain picked up a 1.08% stake in Kaya Ltd, acquiring 1.42 lakh shares worth around Rs 3.5 crore in Q4. Kaya shares surged up to 13% following the disclosure. Despite recent gains, the stock remains down 26% YTD. Kaya recently partnered with Marico to expand its personal care presence across retail and digital platforms.

“While the risks are evenly balanced around these baseline projections, uncertainties remain high in the wake of the recent spike in global volatility,” RBI Governor said

Nilesh Shah of Envision Capital advises against holding cash. He suggests a constructive and proactive approach. Focus on sectors like consumer goods, digital platforms, and infrastructure. These are less dependent on global events. Financials also present a domestic-led opportunity. Corporate India may see export opportunities due to tariff changes. IT sector may offer value buying opportunities soon.

Khanna raised her stake to 2.07% in the March 2025 quarter from 1.28% stake in the December 2024 quarter. This amounted to an addition  of 0.79% stake in the last quarter.

The U.S. dollar has weakened appreciably, bond yields have softened significantly, equity markets are correcting, and crude oil prices have fallen to their lowest in over three years, said Mr. Malhotra

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced a decline on Wednesday due to heightened trade tensions following U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports. Bitcoin fell over 3%, trading around $76,929, while Ethereum dropped 7% to $1,464. Market volatility is expected to remain high, with traders advised to be cautious of leveraged positions as altcoins also shed gains.

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RBI Governor changes stance to ‘accommodative’, may lower EMIs and next policy is scheduled to be announced on June 6, 2025

Though heuristics help simplify complex financial decisions, mental shortcuts like the ‘100-minus-age’ rule for equity allocation are useful but not foolproof.

The reserves provide an import cover of about 11 months, Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra said, while announcing the policy decision.

PL Capital said it expects Siemens to sustain long-term growth given continued traction in public capex and its strong and diversified presence across industries through focus on electrification, digitalisation & automation.

Stocks such as Muthoot Finance Ltd, IIFL Finance Ltd and Manappuram Finance Ltd tanked up to 12 after the central bank announcement. Muthoot Finance shares dived 11.63 per cent to hit a day low of Rs 2,027.25 while IIFL slumped 8.40 per cent to Rs 305.55.

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Muthoot Finance shares slipped 11.63% to Rs 2027.25 against the previous close of Rs 2294.95 on BSE. Market cap of the firm slipped to Rs 83,602 crore. 

Amnish Aggarwal warns of global volatility amid the US-China trade war, advising caution in market bets. He sees limited short-term benefits for India, weak IT outlook, and tactical potential in crude-sensitive sectors. Domestic-focused stocks remain safer, but mutual fund flows and investor sentiment could weaken if global uncertainty persists.

The RBI cut repo rates by 25 bps to 6% and shifted to an accommodative stance, signalling more cuts ahead to support growth amid global uncertainty. Markets were subdued; gold loan NBFCs fell on tighter norms. Experts expect further easing to boost demand, though transmission may take time.

​Our perspective is that yes, currency is somewhere an important variable which markets will be looking at, not only currency people will also look at what is happening on US bond yields. US bond yields in the last five days are up almost 60 odd basis.

Says he believes it is time for long-term investors to seize this opportunity

The Walmart majority owned entity let off with a warning, advisory for selling a large number of policies with just one specified person; insurance regulator decides not to press charges for another violation around Board composition 

Shares of Transformers and Rectifiers hit an upper circuit during on Wednesday after the company reported a strong set of performance in the March 2025 quarter.

Public sector banks were among the biggest losers, with Bank of India, Union Bank of India, Indian Bank, and Bank of Baroda dropping nearly 4%. Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank, and State Bank of India also saw declines between 1.5% and 2%.

"Gold has given around 40 per cent returns in the last two years. If you some corrections in the prices, it will not be more than 5-10 per cent. Whenever there is a high expectation of a recession in the US along with trade war fears, more money usually flows into the safe haven asset," the market expert told Business Today.

The RBI’s Monetary Policy outcome was inline with consensus estimates and a 25 bps rate cut should augur well both for the financial system and the economy, said one expert.

Dinesh Kumar Khara welcomes the expanded scope of co-lending, now encompassing all loan types and ecosystem participants. He notes deposit rate cuts are contingent on system liquidity and credit growth, observing some banks have already reduced rates due to lower first-quarter credit growth.

Investors in banking stocks were not enthused. Bank Nifty gave up the 50,000 mark, falling 601 pts to a low of 49,910.

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Shares of Muthoot Finance, IIFL Finance, and Manappuram Finance fell sharply after the RBI announced plans to tighten gold loan regulations. The central bank also cut the repo rate by 25 bps to 6% and lowered the FY26 GDP growth forecast to 6.5%. Banking stocks declined broadly despite the easing, with PSU banks leading the fall.

Indian stock markets, including BSE and NSE, will remain closed on Thursday, April 10, for Mahavir Jayanti 2025. All trading segments—equities, derivatives, currencies, SLB, and EGR—will be suspended. Markets will resume normal operations on Friday, April 11. Investors should also note upcoming April holidays for Ambedkar Jayanti and Good Friday, along with key holidays later in 2025.

SBI Securities suggested a 12-month target of Rs 222.30 on ITC Hotels. The stock was trading 0.18 per cent lower at Rs 192.30 on BSE, down 0.18 per cent. The target price suggests 15.6 per cent upside over this price.  

The Nifty Pharma index was trading 1.78 per cent down at 20015.95.

Amnish Aggarwal of Prabhudas Lilladher suggests focusing on domestic-oriented sectors like consumption, private banks, hospitals, and pharma due to global uncertainties. He notes potential margin expansion for paint companies from lower crude prices and benefits for OMCs and aviation. However, concerns exist about employment impacts on the middle class and potential slowdown in mutual fund inflows if market volatility persists.

Gujarat Gas, Jana Small Finance Bank, and Affle (India) Ltd are key picks, offering an attractive upside potential of 19% to 34% over the next 12 months.

Market veteran Dipan Mehta warns of a potential global financial crisis akin to 2008, fueled by trade tensions and recession risks. He advises investors to prioritize capital preservation over aggressive buying, anticipating significant market volatility and a slowdown in global growth. Mehta suggests shifting to a sell-on-rise strategy and reviewing portfolios to reduce export exposure.

JSW Steel shares slipped 0.82% to Rs 946 against the previous close of Rs 954.75 on BSE. Market cap of JSW Steel fell to Rs 2.31 lakh crore.

The rupee weakens against dollar amid global economic concerns and stock markets remain volatile

GRSE share price: GRSE shares were last seen trading 2.60 per cent lower at Rs 1,523.65. At this price, the stock has shed 7.74 per cent on a year-to-date (YTD) basis.

Bank of Baroda (BoB) dropped 1.4 per cent to Rs 232.50. Canara Bank, State Bank of India (SBI), IndusInd Bank and YES Bank declined 1.23 per cent, 1.11 per cent, 0.68 per cent and 0.52 per cent, respectively.

Equity indices drop amid trade tensions; markets brace for heightened volatility post-tariff escalation

India is emerging as a global manufacturing hub, driven by strategic policies and a reduced tax rate for new manufacturing units. Mobile phone production is booming, with exports surging 77 times from FY14 to FY24. Key firms like Kaynes and PGEL are expected to benefit from this growth.

Amnish Aggarwal of Prabhudas Lilladher anticipates a 25 bps rate cut by the RBI, citing controlled inflation and market volatility. He cautions against making fresh market bets amidst the US-China trade war, predicting continued volatility for the global economy and markets. While some Indian sectors like home textiles might benefit, increased dumping from China could pressure Indian industries.

Senco Gold Q4 update: Antique Stock Broking said a recovery in diamond jewellery sales, which grew 39 per cent in Q4 compared with 9 per cent in the first nine months, was encouraging. 

U.S. Treasury bonds faced significant losses. Investors sold even the safest assets. This happened amidst a global market downturn triggered by U.S. tariffs. The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rose sharply. Hedge funds were major sellers, forced to unwind leveraged positions. Thirty-year U.S. yields also saw a substantial increase. Selling pressure was observed in Japan and Australia as well.

Ather Energy is considering reducing its IPO size by at least $50 million from the initial $400 million target amid global market volatility, sources said. Existing investors may offer fewer shares, and a valuation cut is also being explored. While the IPO is still on track, Ather may switch to a private placement if sentiment worsens.

Investors in Indian fintech firms are backing late-stage firms over their early and seed-stage counterparts as the country emerged as the third-largest recipient of fintech funding globally, per Tracxn’s latest report on fintech funding in India

The MPC also changed it’s stance from neutral to accommodative considering the current global economic situation

Sterlite Technologies stock touched its 52 week high of Rs 155 on July 30, 2024 and fell to a 52 week low of Rs 72.16 on April 7, 2025.

Amidst tariff concerns, Dalal Street faces a bigger challenge: weak corporate earnings. Q4 results are expected to show minimal growth, continuing the trend from previous quarters. While some sectors like metals and healthcare may perform well, banking and financial services could see declines. Uncertainty looms over FY26 earnings growth due to global economic factors.

​If you cut trade, tariffs does not help rather. It is very regressive. It reduces the standard of living. So, we do not want that. So, what is going to happen is these negotiations are very good, very constructive and you are seeing that in the stock market, there is hope that this will lead to something very well done, very constructive.

HDFC Securities suggests buying Century Plyboards shares, targeting Rs 1,005. The current market price is Rs 677.3. In Q3 2024, Century Plyboards reported a consolidated total income of Rs 1142.80 crore. This shows a decrease from the previous quarter but an increase from the previous year. HDFC Securities anticipates volume growth across key segments.

NBCC shares: NBCC has secured new work orders worth around Rs 120.90 crore in its regular business activities. The company has been awarded three major projects.

The multibagger stock has fallen 12% in 2025 and risen 21.08% in a year. In two years, the stock has risen 467%. 

Ajay Garg, CEO, SMC Global Securities said RBI rate cut may benefit India by making borrowing cheaper for individuals and businesses, leading to higher spending and investment.

Indian markets may consolidate on Wednesday amid muted global cues. Nifty50 bounced back from 21,800, forming a bullish candlestick. Analysts suggest a potential move toward 23,000, while India VIX signals heightened volatility. Experts recommend select stocks like Asian Paints and Berger Paints for short-term trades, advising cautious optimism ahead of the RBI policy outcome.

Pharma stocks may be in focus after Donald Trump announced plans to impose a major tariff on pharmaceutical imports to boost U.S.-based production. India, a key drug exporter to the U.S., could be significantly impacted. Experts warn the move may hurt Indian pharma firms. Trump also criticized a $6.6 billion U.S. grant to TSMC and threatened steep tariffs.

Indian pharmaceutical companies are crucial to the U.S. healthcare system, filling four out of every ten prescriptions in 2022. Reports indicate that Indian medicines saved the U.S. healthcare system USD 219 billion in 2022 and USD 1.3 trillion from 2013 to 2022. Over the next five years, Indian generics are expected to contribute an additional USD 1.3 trillion in savings.

We do not predict market levels, what we focus on is valuations which are still above average. Small and mid-cap are expensive while large caps are in the fair value zone. We have an internal model for asset allocation which is used for equity allocation in some of our asset allocation strategies and that model is suggesting around 60-65% asset allocation to equity.

There is a significant focus on global diversification using Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), Overseas Portfolio Investment (OPI)/ Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) route and integration of investments with migration decisions.

Stock market today: Nomura said China’s stabilisation funds -- it called them “national teams”, supported by the PBoC -- are likely to intervene significantly in stock markets over the coming weeks. 

A closing price above the VWAP indicates that the stock ended the day higher than its average traded price, weighted by volume.

Senco Gold stock ended 4.99% higher at Rs 302.80 on Tuesday against the previous close of Rs 288.40 on BSE.

Ventura said Adani Power has benefitted from rising power demand and enhanced coal availability, resulting in an increase in its average PLF. Bajaj Finance, it said, has exhibited impressive growth over the past decade.

Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL) and Sembcorp Green Hydrogen India have formed a 50:50 joint venture to develop renewable energy and green hydrogen projects across India. This collaboration aims to produce and sell renewable energy, green hydrogen, and its derivatives, potentially including green ammonia.

NALCO tops the mid-cap list with a dividend payout of Rs 10 per share in the past 12 months, delivering a dividend yield of 7%.

These companies span various sectors and have maintained impressive payout ratios—making them compelling picks for dividend-focused investors.

China and Hong Kong stocks plummeted at the opening bell on Wednesday as the U.S.-China trade war intensified. The U.S. imposed 104% tariffs on Chinese goods, effective later that day, triggering market declines. In response, Chinese state holding companies increased share investments, and numerous listed firms announced share buybacks to stabilize the market.

China has warned of countermeasures following Donald Trump’s threat to increase tariffs beyond the already staggering 104% imposed on Chinese goods.

China has warned of countermeasures following Donald Trump’s threat to increase tariffs beyond the already staggering 104% imposed on Chinese goods.

China has warned of countermeasures following Donald Trump’s threat to increase tariffs beyond the already staggering 104% imposed on Chinese goods.

Nifty futures on the NSE International Exchange traded 213.35 points or 0.92 per cent down, at 22,417, hinting at a positive start for the domestic market on Wednesday.

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Stocks including GAIL (India), Vodafone Idea, NTPC, Concord Biotech, HAL, IRB Infrastructure, NTPC Green Energy and BPCL will be in the spotlight on Wednesday, April 09.

Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato stated Japan will not use its U.S. Treasury bonds as leverage against American tariffs. This was in response to a suggestion to sell the bonds as retaliation. Kato clarified that these holdings are for potential currency intervention. Selling them would be like buying yen, a move Japan is wary of.

Wall Street indices fell up to 2.15 per cent overnight, while markets in Asia such as Japan, Hong Kong and China were down up to 3 per cent earlier today. Gift Nifty also tanked about 222 points to 22,408.

Oil prices plummeted to over four-year lows due to escalating U.S.-China trade tensions and rising supply. Brent crude fell to $60.69 a barrel, and WTI dropped to $57.22, hitting their lowest levels since early 2021.

The dollar weakened against the yen and Swiss franc amid U.S. tariff threats on China, triggering global market jitters. Concerns over a potential U.S. recession intensified as the yuan hit record lows, prompting speculation about Federal Reserve rate cuts. Investors sought safe-haven assets, boosting the yen and Swiss franc.

An analyst from Master Capital said that Pidilite has gained over 10 per cent and reclaimed key moving averages- 21, 55, and 100-day EMAs, indicating strength across multiple time frames.

Stocks tumbled in Australia and Japan and equity-index futures for the S&P 500 fell more than 1.8%. The dollar edged lower against major peers and oil extended its selloff. The offshore yuan rebounded after sinking to the lowest since it began trading in 2010. Yields on 10-year Treasuries extended this week’s strong gains.

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The NSE Nifty rose 374.25 points, or 1.7%, to close at 22,535.85, in its highest single-day gain since January 2. The BSE Sensex rose 1,089.18 points, or 1.5%, the biggest upside in a day since March 18, to end at 74,227.

Indian equities rebounded strongly on Wednesday, partially recovering from previous losses. Market volatility is expected to persist due to US tariff uncertainties, with stock-specific activity driven by upcoming Q4 earnings. Technical analysis suggests a buying opportunity near the support zone, targeting 22800-23000. The India VIX fell sharply, while the rupee weakened significantly against the dollar.

Despite the robust bull run in Indian equities since 2020, a significant portion of listed stocks, nearly 10%, are still trading below their pre-Covid levels. Prominent names like Whirlpool, PVR Inox, and RBL Bank have experienced declines, erasing earlier gains. Some fundamentally sound companies, including Aditya Birla Fashion and Hindustan Unilever, are hovering near their pre-pandemic values.

Tariffs of this magnitude would be extremely disruptive to the US and the global economy and bring in a very high risk of an economic recession in the US. If tariffs remain at this magnitude, prices will not decline. So, the initial shock is a stagflationary one. The market was far from pricing in such strong shocks to the economy.

Financial services received the highest inflows at ₹17,585 crore in the second-half of the month after they sold these shares worth over ₹3,000 crore in the first-half of the month. In 2024, overseas investors pulled ₹58,280 crore out of the shares in the sector.

Revenue growth will likely remain in single digits for the fourth quarter in a row. Given a higher base in the form of strong growth in the corresponding quarter of the previous year, net profit growth is expected to be slower after growing in double digits for the previous two quarters. Banking, financial and select auto and pharma companies are expected to support revenue growth. In the year-ago quarter, revenue and net profit had grown by 10.6% and 31.9%.

Wall Street indexes fluctuated on Tuesday as hopes for tariff delays faded ahead of a looming deadline. Despite an initial rally, stocks wavered after the White House confirmed tariffs would proceed, causing investors to lose confidence. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose, while the S&P 500 saw marginal gains, and the Nasdaq Composite declined, reflecting market uncertainty.

Donald Trump had vowed a further 50% tariff on goods from China if Beijing did not retract upcoming retaliation

The new tariffs come following Beijing’s pushback against Mr. Trump, who remained defiant despite major U.S. indexes slumping again on Tuesday.

European shares rebounded from recent lows as investors reacted to the ongoing trade tensions and potential counter-tariffs. The STOXX 600 index experienced a significant increase, driven by gains in various sectors, including defense, financials, and healthcare. While concerns about a global recession persist, analysts suggest European equities remain attractive due to valuations and potential stimulus measures.

British stocks rebounded strongly on Tuesday, fueled by hopes of softened U.S. import tariffs, with the FTSE 100 experiencing its largest daily increase since March 2022. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves is set to meet with the U.S. Treasury Secretary amid discussions for a new economic partnership aimed at reducing tariff levies. However, uncertainty remains due to ongoing U.S.

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Sembcorp Green Hydrogen India and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) have formed a 50:50 joint venture to develop renewable energy and green hydrogen projects across India. The partnership will focus on producing and selling green hydrogen, its derivatives, and green ammonia, while exploring emissions reduction technologies for port operations.

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Tracking upbeat global cues, Indian markets rallied on Tuesday with Sensex rising 1,089 points and Nifty gaining 374 points, led by BFSI, auto, IT, and FMCG sectors. Analysts expect further upside if key resistance levels are breached.

Vodafone Idea has allotted ₹36,950 crore worth of equity shares to the Government of India, raising its stake to 48.99%, following the conversion of deferred spectrum dues into equity. Sebi exempted compliance rules for this move, citing public interest.

RBI OMO purchase:The RBI’s second open market operation (OMO) in FY26 attracted bids worth ₹70,144 crore—over three times the ₹20,000 crore on offer—indicating robust demand as traders sought profit amid higher bond prices. Liquidity infusion may continue through FY26.

RBI OMO purchase:The RBI’s second open market operation (OMO) in FY26 attracted bids worth ₹70,144 crore—over three times the ₹20,000 crore on offer—indicating robust demand as traders sought profit amid higher bond prices. Liquidity infusion may continue through FY26.

Indian rupee:The Indian rupee closed at 86.26 on Tuesday, down nearly 0.5% from Monday amid strong dollar demand and regional currency retreat. Rising volatility, muted RBI presence, and global trade tensions added pressure, with sectors bracing for earnings impact.

The U.S. Justice Department is disbanding its National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team and ordering prosecutors to narrow crypto investigations to focus on drug cartels and terrorist groups, according to a memo seen by Reuters.

US technology stocks rebounded strongly, fueled by optimism surrounding potential tariff negotiations, with Nasdaq surging 3%. Nvidia and Tesla led the gains, while Amazon and Apple also saw significant increases. This rally follows a sharp market downturn triggered by concerns over trade tensions and potential economic consequences. Investors are closely monitoring developments in trade discussions for further direction.

Sebi has directed all regulated entities to use the ‘1600’ phone number series for service and transactional calls to existing customers, aiming to curb financial fraud and enhance investor protection. This move follows TRAI guidelines for safer communication.

TCS will open the earnings season (Q4) on April 10, followed by Wipro on April 16 and Infosys on March 17

This directive aims to ensure that investors can easily identify legitimate calls from SEBI-regulated entities, thereby reducing the risk of fraud from entities masquerading with regular 10-digit numbers.

The Dow Jones increased by 1,072.66 points (2.83%) to reach 39,038.26, while the S&P 500 rose by 144.63 points (2.86%) to 5,206.88.

The Dow Jones increased by 1,072.66 points (2.83%) to reach 39,038.26, while the S&P 500 rose by 144.63 points (2.86%) to 5,206.88.

Indian banks face profitability pressures in the current fiscal year due to moderating credit growth and high deposit costs, ICRA reports. Net interest margins are expected to decline by 15-17 bps in FY26 with anticipated repo rate cuts. Credit growth is projected at 10.8% in FY26, while asset quality faces risks from unsecured loans.

In an interaction with BT, Achin Goel, Vice President at Bonanza, shares deep insights on the ongoing correction, sectoral shifts, and the road ahead for investors.

Starting April 1, 2025, investors can access demat and mutual fund holdings via DigiLocker, following SEBI’s initiative to reduce unclaimed assets and streamline account management through digital integration.

Wealth advisors tell investors to be patient and remain invested if their financial goals are not due for the next three years. They should also use the correction as an opportunity to invest more.

Four BSE Smallcap stocks hit 52-week highs as Sensex rallied 1,089 points. These gains reflect strong investor sentiment, with monthly surges ranging from 13% to 112% across sectors.

Ola Electric shares edged up 0.14 per cent to close at Rs 50.90. At this price, the stock has crashed 40.97 per cent on a year-to-date (YTD) basis.

Gold prices fell by Rs 200 to Rs 91,250 per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday amid subdued demand in the local markets, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had settled at Rs 91,450 per 10 grams on Monday.

Indian markets rebounded strongly on Tuesday, with the Sensex surging over 1,000 points and Nifty crossing 22,500, led by gains in capital goods, telecom, and oil & gas sectors.

Retail investors have consistently supported Indian equities post-pandemic, buying during major downturns including Covid, elections, and tariff-induced falls. Their steady participation, alongside domestic institutions, has helped cushion foreign outflows amid global uncertainties. Market volatility continues, but long-term domestic interest remains strong.

The Nifty Bank index closed 1.31 per cent up at 50511.0.

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Stock markets rebounded sharply on April 8 after worst single-day decline in 10 months, driven by value buying

Stock markets rebound sharply on Tuesday, a day after facing the worst drubbing in 10 months, with benchmark Sensex recouping 1,089 points; NSE Nifty recovers 1.7% to 22,535.85 points after tanking more than 3% in the previous session

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 85.89 and swung between a high of 85.82 and a low of 86.29 against the greenback. The unit ended at 86.26 (provisional), registering a loss of 50 paise from its previous closing level

Sensex, Nifty rally: Investor wealth or market cap of BSE-listed firms rose by Rs 6.91 lakh crore to Rs 396.67 lakh crore today against Rs 389.76 lakh crore in the previous session.

The Nifty Pharma index closed 1.91 per cent up at 20377.9.

Jhunjhunwala stocks: Ace Dalal Street investor Rekha Rakesh Jhunjhunwala has sold more than 1.9 lakh equity shares of Baazar Style Retail, one of the recently listed companies.

The Indian rupee fell to a more than two-week low on Tuesday, weighed down by a weaker yuan and corporate hedging demand, while forward premiums eased on rising U.S. bond yields.

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Emkay Global anticipates varied quarterly outcomes for logistics firms, with GST e-way bill volumes up 20% YoY, indicating strong B2B growth. Delhivery is set for 20% PTL revenue growth, while TCI Express faces a downgrade due to muted forecasts. VRL and Blue Dart see positive outlooks with BUY ratings.

Goldman Sachs cautions that oil prices could dip below $40 per barrel in extreme scenarios amid ongoing trade tensions. 

Goldman Sachs cautions that oil prices could dip below $40 per barrel in extreme scenarios amid ongoing trade tensions. 

Seven mid-cap stocks with over Rs 1000 crore market cap have plunged 50–68% in CY25, each falling over 10% for three consecutive months amid broader market weakness.

Seven mid-cap stocks with over Rs 1000 crore market cap have plunged 50–68% in CY25, each falling over 10% for three consecutive months amid broader market weakness.

Short covering was observed in five stocks on April 8, including Manappuram Finance and NHPC, as traders bought back positions, causing a dip in open interest and mild price gains.

Satish Chavva appointed CEO of OIJIF, bringing 20 years of private equity experience, driving strategic growth for portfolio companies

Motilal Oswal projects muted Q4FY25 earnings, with just 2% YoY growth for the Nifty 50, citing sectoral drags from Oil & Gas, Cement, and Real Estate. While the near-term outlook remains weak, the brokerage remains optimistic about long-term prospects and sees recent market corrections as buying opportunities, recommending large-cap and select mid- and small-cap stocks for investors.

Jio Financial share price: The scrip traded lower than the 5-day, 10-, 20-, 50-, 100-, 150-day and 200-day simple moving averages (SMAs) but lower than the 30-day SMA.

Ace investor Rekha Jhunjhunwala re-entered Canara Bank with a 1.46% stake in Q4 FY25 after exiting earlier. The stock has recently rebounded but remains down 27% YoY. She also trimmed her Baazar Style Retail holdings.

Global wholesales of all Tata Motors’ commercial vehicles and Tata Daewoo range in Q4 FY25 were at 1,07,765 units., lower by 3%, over Q4 FY24

Gaurav Dua of Mirae Asset Sharekhan suggests that valuations are now reasonable for long-term investors to consider good stocks, particularly in the large-cap space. He recommends focusing on domestic-driven sectors like private banks, NBFCs, and select infrastructure companies amidst global slowdown concerns. Earnings growth expectations should be tempered for the next two years.

Market investors and traders can consider using liquid ETFs or exchange-traded funds to earn interest. If your broker allows it, you can simultaneously sell liquid ETFs to buy stocks and vice-versa.

Wall Street veteran Jim Cramer warned that the U.S. may be heading into a recession due to President Trump’s escalating tariff war with China. While stressing that systemic collapse isn’t imminent, Cramer urged caution and called for a shift toward negotiation. Despite a market rebound, analysts expect continued volatility unless the U.S. signals a softer trade stance.

When you apply for a personal loan, bank tends to disburse the loan proceeds after deducting the processing charges

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Mazagon Dock fixed April, 16, 2025 as record date for the same.  The payment of 2nd Interim Dividend shall be completed on or before May 7, 2025.

Mazagon Dock fixed April, 16, 2025 as record date for the same.  The payment of 2nd Interim Dividend shall be completed on or before May 7, 2025.

Data from ACE Equity reveals that both the BSE Sensex and BSE500 fell by 6% during the first five trading sessions of April. Meanwhile, select companies from the BSE500 index witnessed stock price declines of up to 41%