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Cupid shares extend rally for 15th consecutive session, jump 34% in just 15 Days
Cupid Ltd's shares have surged 34% in 15 sessions, hitting a new all-time high. The FMCG player announced plans for its first overseas manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia, aiming to boost global expansion. Promoter confidence has also strengthened with a significant reduction in pledged shares.
LIC's 2025 investment performance revealed a stark divide. A significant majority of its portfolio stocks ended the year in the red, with many experiencing substantial declines. However, a notable portion of its holdings also delivered impressive gains. This mixed performance highlights the volatility experienced by India's largest institutional investor during the year.
Bitcoin stays range-bound between $87,500 and $88,000 as crypto consolidation continues
Bitcoin is trading between $87,500 and $88,000. Crypto consolidation continues. Bitcoin saw a slight dip in the last 24 hours. Ethereum gained a little. Many major altcoins like XRP and Solana experienced losses. The global crypto market capitalization is near $3 trillion. This follows a period of decline in 2025 for Bitcoin and Ethereum.
India bonds dip as supply fears carry into 2026
Indian government bonds experienced a decline on the initial trading day of 2026. This downturn was driven by anticipated supply pressures from an upcoming debt sale and a projected substantial borrowing schedule for states in the January-March quarter. Traders are preparing for significant auctions. The market is closely watching the impact of this increased debt supply.
Sensex, Nifty open New Year with marginal gains as markets eye auto sales data
Market participants attributed the muted opening to thin liquidity, with most major international markets including the US, Europe and several Asian bourses remaining closed for New Years Day.
Rupee stumbles into 2026, falls 11 paise to 89.99 per US dollar in early trade
Meanwhile, dollar index trades 0.09% higher at 98.32
Expectations of supply glut pull down crude prices in 2025
Expectations of surplus in the market led by higher output from OPEC+ and non-OPEC producers and decline in demand for the commodity led to the decline in prices of crude oil during 2025
IT may be dark horse of 2026; realty, pharma and capex also in focus: Sunil Subramaniam
Nifty IT could emerge as a contrarian winner in 2026 as rupee depreciation, AI-led consulting demand and expected Fed rate cuts boost earnings, says Sunil Subramaniam. He also sees strong recovery potential in real estate, GLP-1 driven pharma growth and a renewed private-sector capex cycle shaping market leadership next year.
Silver prices gain 1% at Rs 2.37 lakh on Jan 1, gold opens flat. What should investors do in 2026?
Gold and silver began 2026 on a mixed note, with gold trading flat while silver extended its strong rally. Gold February futures inched up 0.06% on MCX, whereas silver March futures rose 0.86%, continuing last years sharp surge driven by tight supply, strong demand and supportive interest rates.
Sudeep Bandyopadhyay on Voda Idea: Relief eases stress, execution is the real test
Vodafone Idea shares experienced sharp volatility following a government relief package. While the announcement provided a significant financial breather by deferring payments, it failed to address concerns about the company's ability to secure fresh bank funding, leading to investor disappointment and a stock decline.
Sovereign wealth funds pour $132 billion into US, emerging markets take a hit
Sovereign wealth and public pension funds channelled a record share of capital into the United States in 2025, while emerging markets saw a sharp decline in inflows despite strong performance.
ITC, Godfrey Phillips shares crack up to 8% on New Years Day. Whats the bad news?
Tobacco stocks like ITC and Godfrey Phillips saw significant drops on Thursday. This follows the finance ministry's notification of an additional excise duty on tobacco products. The new levies, effective February 1, will be applied over and above the GST rate. This change replaces the existing compensation cess. Companies may need to increase prices due to these higher taxes.
End of an Era: Buffetts final day as CEO sees shares slip slightly
Berkshire Hathaway shares edged lower as Warren Buffett prepared to hand over the chief executive role to Greg Abel, marking a historic leadership transition while highlighting the companys unmatched long term investment record.
Cut emotions, reassess, invest: Lessons for global investors in 2026
A tough year for Indian equities has triggered investor FOMO, but market veteran Devina Mehra argues that weak sentiment, not regret, should guide portfolio decisions. The focus, she says, must be on reassessment, quality investments and intelligent global diversification.
7 risks that could derail Niftys 2026 rally before it reaches 29,000
Despite Nifty's decade-long winning streak, 2026 targets of 29,000 face significant hurdles. Experts warn of potential derailment from a delayed US-India trade deal, global geopolitical chaos, and an AI bubble burst. Earnings-valuation mismatches, crude oil spikes, rupee depreciation, and an equity supply glut also pose substantial risks to the rally.
Tobacco stocks tumble as govt imposes new excise duty on cigarettes
ITC drops 2%, while Godfrey Phillips India declines 4.1%
Hyundai India shares in focus after a minor price hike announcement
Hyundai Motor India announced a marginal vehicle price hike from January 2026 to offset rising input costs. While near-term technical indicators show mild pressure, strong long-term trends, stable valuations, and rising foreign investor interest continue to support the stocks broader growth outlook.
IndiGo shares in focus as airline charts global expansion in 2026
IndiGo closed 2025 with strong passenger growth, expanded domestic and international networks, new long-haul routes, and major aircraft orders. With A321XLR induction, wider global alliances, and improved connectivity, the airline enters 2026 positioned for sustained international expansion and operational scale.
India bonds to enter 2026 with caution, focus on supply persists
Indian government bonds are poised for a cautious start to the New Year, anticipating fresh debt supply and state borrowing schedules. The benchmark 10-year yield is expected to trade within a narrow band as traders assess demand-supply dynamics. Despite a third consecutive annual decline in yields, appetite for increased debt issuance remains a key concern.
Rupee traders look for cues after RBI dominates recent price action
Indian rupee traders are navigating a cautious New Year outlook. The Reserve Bank of India's strong intervention in December significantly influenced the currency's movement, overshadowing underlying market signals. Expecting a subdued trading session with limited price discovery, the rupee is poised for a largely flat opening.
Your 2026 financial calendar: Key dates, deadlines and decisions that will shape your finances
Throughout the year, there are key financial actions and deadlines that can make a real difference to your tax savings, compliance, investments, travel plans and overall money health
India's strong growth and domestic liquidity support a well-priced equity market. However, retail debt allocation has declined, prompting a strategic reset. Northern Arc Investment Managers emphasizes credit solutions, focusing on high-quality and private credit. The firm sees significant opportunity in India's private credit market, especially for MSMEs, expecting resilient performance and risk-adjusted returns.
Sugar set for biggest annual drop since 2017 on surplus outlook
Strong production in top exporter Brazil and an output rebound in key grower India is expected to see supplies running well above subdued demand
Reliance Industries, JSW Steel among 7 stocks showing bullish RSI upswings
An uptrend signal is generated when the RSI crosses above 50 from below.
Nifty 50 tops NSE indices in 2025 with 10.5% return: report
Other indices posted lower returns, with the Nifty Next 50 rising 2% and the Nifty 500 gaining 6.7%, while midcaps saw modest gains and smallcaps underperformed, falling 6%.
IREDA shares in focus on Q3 business update; loan sanctions, disbursements surge
IREDA shares are poised for attention following a robust business update for the December quarter. The state-run lender reported significant year-on-year growth in loan sanctions, disbursements, and its outstanding loan book. This follows a strong September quarter performance, which saw a substantial increase in net profit and revenue.
Vodafone Idea shares in focus as Vodafone Group commits Rs 5,836 crore support
Vodafone Idea shares will be in focus on January 1, 2026. The company will receive Rs 5,836 crore from its promoter group, Vodafone Group. This follows an amendment to an agreement concerning contingent liabilities. Vodafone Group Promoters will release Rs 2,307 crore over the next year. The remaining amount will be secured through a share-based mechanism.
Tata Motors PV Share Price Live Updates: Tata Motors PV achieves notable monthly return
Bajaj Auto Share Price Live Updates: Bajaj Auto's Recent Market Returns
Tata Steel Share Price Live Updates: Tata Steel's Impressive Monthly Returns
Maruti Suzuki Share Price Live Updates: Maruti Suzuki's monthly return reflects strength
Jio Financial Services Share Price Live Updates: Jio Financial Services reports a downturn
Bajaj Finserv Share Price Live Updates: Bajaj Finserv's recent returns signal a decline
SBI Life Share Price Live Updates: SBI Life's monthly performance highlights
IndusInd Bank Share Price Live Updates: IndusInd Bank's Monthly Performance Review
UPL Share Price Live Updates: UPL's performance over the last month
TCS Share Price Live Updates: TCS reports a 2.19% return for the month
ICICI Bank Share Price Live Updates: ICICI Bank's Monthly Decline
Bajaj Finance Share Price Live Updates: Bajaj Finance's recent performance indicates a downturn
LTIMindtree Share Price Live Updates: LTIMindtree's monthly returns reflect a decline
NTPC Share Price Live Updates: NTPC's Recent Market Returns
Hindalco Share Price Live Updates: Hindalco's monthly return highlights market strength
HUL Share Price Live Updates: HUL's monthly returns indicate a decline
Axis Bank Share Price Live Updates: Axis Bank's Monthly Performance
Britannia Share Price Live Updates: Britannia's One-Month Return
JSW Steel Share Price Live Updates: JSW Steel's stock performance remains steady
BPCL Share Price Live Updates: Strong monthly returns for BPCL
Asian Paints Share Price Live Updates: Asian Paints sees negative returns in the last month
Sun Pharma Share Price Live Updates: Sun Pharma's returns reflect a tough month
Coal India Share Price Live Updates: Coal India Reports Solid Monthly Returns
Tata Consumer Share Price Live Updates: Tata Consumer's Recent Returns
RIL Share Price Live Updates: RIL's Performance Snapshot
HCL Tech Share Price Live Updates: HCL Tech's Monthly Return Update
HDFC Life Share Price Live Updates: HDFC Life's performance shows a decline in returns
Bharti Airtel Share Price Live Updates: Bharti Airtel's Monthly Return Overview
Power Grid Share Price Live Updates: Power Grid reports negative monthly returns
M&M Share Price Live Updates: M&M's Monthly Returns Analysis
Titan Company Share Price Live Updates: Titan Company delivers impressive monthly returns
Wipro Share Price Live Updates: Wipro's Strong Monthly Return
Divis Labs Share Price Live Updates: Divis Labs faces a challenging month
SBI Share Price Live Updates: SBI's Recent Returns
Cipla Share Price Live Updates: Cipla's Recent Market Movement
L&T Share Price Live Updates: L&T's Monthly Return Analysis
Infosys Share Price Live Updates: Infosys delivers a 3.54% return in one month
Nestle India Share Price Live Updates: Nestle India showcases stable market performance
Kotak Bank Share Price Live Updates: Kotak Bank's Monthly Performance Review
Dollar posts worst annual fall in eight years, more weakness seen in 2026
With at least two rate cuts priced in, the Feds policy path is diverging from other developed economies, reducing the dollars appeal
Grasim Inds Share Price Live Updates: Grasim Industries shows steady performance
Bank holiday on New Year 2026: Are banks open or closed on January 1?Get state-wise list here
In January 2026, banks will observe up to 16 holidays, varying by state due to local events. Digital services will remain operational even if branches are closed.
Positive Breakout: These 11 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily time frame, it is generally considered to be an overall uptrend.
Stocks to watch today: Tata Steel, Vodafone Idea, Dr Reddys, RBL Bank, VIP Industries
Market attention is likely to remain stock-specific as Tata Steel, Vodafone Idea, Dr Reddys, RBL Bank and Sammaan Capital report key corporate developments, while Hexaware, Titagarh Rail, VIP Industries and others announce strategic moves.
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty signals a positive start; US shares end lower
Wall Street ends year's final session lower but posts big annual gains for 2025
Wall Street indexes closed lower on the final trading day of 2025 but secured significant annual gains, driven by AI stock euphoria and overcoming tariff uncertainties. The S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq achieved double-digit yearly increases, marking their third consecutive year of growth.
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Investors looking to benefit from Multi Commodity Exchange's (MCX) first-ever 5:1 stock split must purchase shares by January 1, 2026. The split, effective January 2, 2026, will increase the number of shares held by shareholders fivefold while maintaining their total investment value. This corporate action aims to enhance stock liquidity and accessibility.
New Year Stock Market Holiday for 2026: Are NSE, BSE closed today on 1 January; Check here
NSE Holidays for New Year 2026: Domestic bourses NSE and BSE will remain open for trading on January 1, even as most of its major global peers will remain closed. Commodity exchanges MCX and NCDEX will be open during the day session but will remain closed in the evening session.
Stocks in news: Vodafone Idea, Hyundai India, RBL Bank, Adani Green, IndiGo
Markets closed the year positively, with analysts favoring banking, auto, and metal stocks. Vodafone Idea will receive Rs 5,836 crore from its promoter. IndiGo anticipates carrying 10 million more passengers this year, while Hyundai India announced price hikes from January 1, 2026. Adani Green operationalized 307.4 MW power projects, and RBL Bank applied to cap foreign shareholding.
Fund managers urge diversification amid AI and valuation concerns
Indian equity investors look forward to a calmer 2026. The Nifty is expected to gain between 8-14 percent. This optimism stems from anticipated corporate earnings growth in the second half of the year. Foreign fund flows are also expected to revive. A trade deal with the US is also a key factor.
High-conviction bets for 2026 with potential gains of 1139%
Indian equities face an uncertain start to 2026 after a volatile 2025. While a recovery is expected, lingering trade deal doubts and a lack of new catalysts suggest a stock picker's market. Leading brokerages highlight high-conviction ideas with potential upside between 11.3% and 39%.
Brace for a cold and windy 2026, follow the dharma of asset allocation: Nilesh Shah
CY25 saw precious metals surge while equities showed resilience and fixed income lagged. CY26 anticipates a volatile Test match for equities with moderate gains expected, driven by earnings growth and domestic buying. Gold and silver retain their positive outlook, while fixed income requires agile duration management. Investors should prioritize asset allocation, patience, and quality for long-term rewards.
Bots, banking and Stablecoins will dominate fintech this year
Fintech firms are strategically integrating into the US banking system, seeking national charters and direct access to payment rails. Stablecoins are poised for significant growth as major payment networks adopt them for faster, cheaper transactions. AI agents are also set to revolutionize commerce, handling research, negotiation, and purchases autonomously for consumers.
Indias energy transition to be driven by storage, transmission capacity, nuclear power
The high capacity of clean energy installations doesnt translate into high energy output, given that solar and wind are erratic power sources. The focus is now set to shift towards building energy storage capacity and diversifying into more stable non-fossil sources such as nuclear power
After a blockbuster 2025, Indias IPO pipeline signals a busy 2026
India's IPO market is poised for a robust 2026, building on a record-breaking year. A deep pipeline of nearly 200 companies, seeking over 2.6 lakh crore, signals continued investor appetite. Expect large-scale offerings across sectors like finance, manufacturing, and new-age businesses, with domestic investors playing a crucial role. The market is shifting towards selectivity, emphasizing clear earnings and governance.
Why did Indian equities underperform global markets in 2025?
Indian stock markets ended 2025 with modest single-digit gains, significantly trailing global peers like Korea and Brazil. While public sector banks and metals shone with impressive returns, consumer and technology stocks faced considerable selling pressure. This performance highlights a divergence in market trends, with specific sectors outperforming others.
Gold, silver rally set to extend, but get ready for turbulence
Gold and silver prices are set for further gains into 2026. Experts predict a continued upward trend for both precious metals. Silver is expected to show stronger performance than gold. Investors should anticipate market fluctuations. The rally that began last year is anticipated to persist. This outlook is based on strong market fundamentals.
Stock Market Outlook 2026: Why blue-chip stocks are preferred equity bet for investors?
Money managers favor blue-chip stocks for 2026, anticipating foreign investor interest and better valuation comfort. While Nifty gained 10.5% in 2025, mid and small caps lagged. Experts predict Nifty and Sensex gains of 8-14% in 2026, with large caps expected to lead initially.
Government extends import curbs on low-ash metallurgical coke till June 2026
The curbs apply to metallurgical coke with ash content below 18 per cent, including coke fines, coke breeze and ultra-low phosphorus met coke
Bagmane Group files draft paper to launch Rs 4K cr REIT public issue
Bagmane Prime Office REIT, which is backed by Bengaluru-based realty firm Bagmane Group, has filed a draft paper with market regulator to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) to raise up to Rs 4,000 crore.
