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FPIs pull out more from automobile, realty sectors
Outflows from financial services, IT sectors moderate
Brokers Call: Leela Palaces (Buy)
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Nifty reclaims 23,000 as IT leads four-session rally
Recovery driven largely by short-covering and selective accumulation in IT, metals, and realty
Indian expats in Dubai: What happens if you don't have a will?
UAE succession laws have changed for non-Muslim expats. Heres what happens if you die intestate, how to register a Will in Dubai, and why Indian residents may need separate Wills.
How the new credit reporting cycle will rewire loans, EMIs and approvals
Weekly credit reporting is turning Indias loan approvals into near real-time decisionstightening discipline, curbing risky borrowing, and reshaping how lenders judge you.
Form 121 has replaced Form 15G and Form 15H, which must be submitted to avoid TDS. A single form removes confusion about which form is applicable and simplifies the submission process.
Rupee ends higher at 93/$; traders eye Trumps Iran deadline, RBI policy decision
The rupee closed up 0.1% at 93.0075 against the US dollar, its strongest closing level since mid-March
Why profitable MSMEs still run out of cash
Strong sales mask weak financial discipline, from poor cash flow tracking to GST lapses, leaving many small businesses locked out of credit.
Thinking about chasing rallies in defence and energy? Experts warn against it.
The allure of war-led gains is drawing investors in, but history suggests that chasing these rallies often leads to sub-optimal returns.
Gold futures decline to 1.49 lakh/10g as oil surge, US-Iran tensions weigh on sentiment
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for June delivery fell by 610 (0.41%) to 1,49,371 per 10 grams on a turnover of 7,270 lots
Depressed tech valuations could offer entry point for investors, Goldman Sachs says
Technology stocks, including those from the United States, are looking cheap following a prolonged period of underperformance, creating a potential entry point for investors, Goldman Sachs said on Tuesday
New salary rules in India: What the 50% wage norm means for EPF, gratuity and take-home pay
Starting 1 April 2026, new labour reforms in India will change salary structures, potentially lowering take-home pay for many employees. Here's how the new rules impact EPF and gratuity.
Sensex, Nifty recover from early loss: IT stocks lift benchmarks amid oil price concerns
Investor sentiment remained cautious after renewed geopolitical tensions, with US President Donald Trump reiterating threats against Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, fuelling fears of supply disruptions in global oil markets
Regulatory risk keeps bankers from tapping rupee futuresforwards arbitrage
Futures-forward gap widens after RBI curbs, unleashing heavy dollar selling in the onshore forward market and pushing dollar/rupee forward rates lower
Stock Market Live: Sensex, Nifty hold steady in choppy trade on global uncertainty
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: Markets began Tuesday on a weak footing as rising US-Iran tensions and high volatility levels dampened sentiment, with investors awaiting RBI policy cues and earnings triggers amid expectations of continued choppy and range-bound trade.
Asian shares mostly higher ahead of Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen oil route
Oil prices have been seesawing amid uncertainty about what will happen in the war with Iran and how long it will slow the global flow of oil and natural gas
PC Jeweller shares surged as much as 9.5% in early trade, with the stock trading at 8.60 at 11.39 am after hitting an intraday high of 9.27 against the previous close of 8.46
Hindalco shares gain 4% after JP Morgan upgrade, aluminium outlook turns bullish
JP Morgan expects substantial earnings growth for the sector over the coming quarters, driven by higher London Metal Exchange aluminium prices and favourable currency movements, particularly the depreciation of the Indian rupee
Gold steadies near $4,700 as West Asia uncertainty keeps markets on edge
Silver followed a softer trend, with MCX silver at 2,33,379, up 2.38% as of April 7; The Comex implied range of $71.21$74.71 indicates ongoing volatility
Markets slide as Trump's Iran deadline looms; Nifty below 22,800
Sensex opened at 73,734.36 and was trading at 73,408.68, down 698.17 pts as of 9:16 AM IST; Nifty 50 opened at 22,838.70 and fell to 22,762.15, down 206.10 pts
Rupee caught in tug-of-war between RBI-led unwinding, Trump's Iran deadline
The rupee is seen opening marginally higher-to-flat versus the US dollar after settling at 93.06 on Monday
13 stocks including Titagarh, IRFC, Aurobindo Pharma to remain in focus on Tuesday
Shares of 13 companies including Titagarh, IRFC and Aurobindo Pharma will be in focus on Tuesday following key developments such as approvals, loan sanctions, order wins and positive clinical trial updates across sectors.
Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Tata Consumer Products
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The upswing can lift the stock to 1,120. So, buy at 1,050 and 1,020. Place stop-loss at 990. On a rally to 1,075 and 1,100, revise stop-loss to 1,050 and 1,080 respectively. Exit at 1,120
SpaceX plans retail-heavy IPO, aims for record listing
SpaceX is planning a record-breaking IPO, aiming to raise $75 billion and valuing the company at up to $1.75 trillion
Gold price swings spur advance buying; Tanishq enters gemstones to boost demand
After an unprecedented surge in gold prices over the past year, the jewellery retailer is continuing to see shifting buying patterns, with customers advancing purchases amid concerns of further price hikes
Gold overdraft (OD) is a flexible credit facility from banks and NBFCs that allows you to have ongoing access to liquidity while leveraging household gold assets. Here's all you need to know about it
Equirus Securities ties up with Aletheia Capital, ropes in Jim Walker as Global Economic Advisor
Tie-up expected to strengthen Equirus global macro research capabilities for institutional clients
Brokers call: Orient Electric (Buy)
We model Orient to report revenue and PAT CAGRs of 11.7 per cent and 25.4 per cent, respectively, over FY2528E
Gold rises over 1% to 1.51 lakh/10g in futures trade
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal for June delivery climbed 1,621, or 1.08 per cent, to 1,51,301 per 10 grams, from Thursdays closing level of 1,49,680 per 10 grams.
Brokers call: Emmvee Photovoltaic (Add)
Emmvee is currently setting up a 6 GW integrated cell and module manufacturing unit, which will take its total capacity to 16.3 GW and 8.9 GW module and cell, respectively, making it the fourth largest player in India
FD rates comparison: Here's a look at the latest bank fixed deposit rates offered by the biggest lenders State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Yes Bank.
Indian companies' $7 bn NDF hoard shows firms seized rupee arbitrage window
Client trading volumes in the NDF market jumped manifold to $7.54 billion on March 30, Clearing Corp of India data show
Gold flops and the three bears: navigating unpredictable havens
How gold, the traditional safe haven, struggled during the West Asia conflict and turned from 'hero' asset into a short-term flop.
Why your credit score matters in your home loan journey
A good credit score not only facilitates access to credit but also serves as a comprehensive indicator of an individual's financial behaviour and reliability, effectively functioning as a financial resume.
Rupee ends little changed at 93.06/USD, hemmed in by position unwinding, importer hedging
Rupee rose to a two-week high of 92.7925 in early trading on Monday, but shed much of it as importers stepped in to lock in hedges
Whats your money personality? It may decide your market returns
When markets fall, behaviournot volatilitylocks in losses. Financial advisors are decoding money personalities to help investors manage fear, risk and long-term returns.
Silver futures jump 2,273 to 2.34 lakh/kg on firm global trends
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the white metal for May delivery appreciated by 2,273, or 1%, to 2,34,768 per kg
Gratuity calculation rules: Is gratuity taxable? How is gratuity taxed in India? Explained
Since gratuity is a lumpsum amount, employees often receive a large sum at the end of their service to a company. This may raise the question is gratuity taxable?
Crude, Iran fears keep Nifty in the red at midday
The Sensex was at 73,166.58, down 152.97 points (0.21%) from 73,319.55; Nifty 50 was at 22,691.25, down 21.85 points (0.10%) from 22,713.10, after opening at 22,780.30
Top 5 strategies for salaried professionals to manage monthly expenses and taxes efficiently in FY27
Salaried professionals can enhance financial stability by integrating monthly expense management with tax planning under the Income Tax Act 2025 to optimise savings and ensure cash flow efficiency.
India FX curbs soften pressure on rupee even as offshore influence lingers, Axis' Gambhir says
A 4.5% fall in the Indian rupee since the breakout of the Iran war prompted the central bank to impose a cap on banks' net open FX positions in the onshore markets in late March
10 lakh health insurance: Is it enough in 2026 amid rising medical costs? 6 key factors to consider
10 lakh health insurance is increasingly seen as a base cover as medical inflation rises across the country, making higher coverage, top-ups, and policy features essential for adequate financial protection.
Nearing retirement? How to protect your savings amid market volatility and rising inflation
Inching closer to retirement means gradually shifting investments from an aggressive phase of higher equity exposure to a conservative yet wealth preserving phase and providing enough stability to the portfolio through heavy fixed-income investments.
Jindal Steel deploys coal gasification across steelmaking chain
On the NSE, the stock was trading at 1,126.70 as of 10:35 AM IST on Monday, down 0.9% from its previous close of 1,137.90
Rustomjee posts record pre-sales of 13.46 billion in Q4, beats full-year guidance
Collections also hit a record in the quarter at 8.53 billion, 14% higher than Q4FY25, bringing full-year collections to 26.21 billion, a 13% annual gain
Hi-Tech Pipes posts record quarterly sales of 1.47 lakh mt, up 27% YoY
The shares of Hi-Tech Pipes Limited were trading at 78.30 up by 1.18 or 1.53% on the NSE today at 10.15 am
Trent shares surge 6.4%; retailer posts 20% revenue jump in Q4FY26
In a filing to the exchanges dated April 6, 2026, the company reported standalone revenue from operations of 4,937 crore for Q4FY26, up from 4,106 crore in Q4FY25
DMart shares surge as strong Q4 revenue lifts sentiment
The stock was trading at 4,380.40 as of early morning, with sell-side pressure visible 61.46% of traded quantity on the sell side against 38.54% on the buy side
HDFC Bank shares ease from 52-week low; Q4 provisional data shows deposit outperformance
The stock is under pressure despite a provisional update on April 4 showing a 14.4% year-on-year deposit growth to 31,055 billion as of March 31, 2026, exceeding JM Financials estimates
Rupee gains 33 paise to 92.85 against US dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange, rupee opened at 93.13, then gained further ground to touch 92.85 against the greenback, up 33 paise from its previous close
Nykaa posts strongest quarterly revenue growth in three years
he company said consolidated gross merchandise value (GMV) growth is expected in the late twenties, while net sales value (NSV) growth is tracking higher at early thirties per cent
Wipro shares rise on $1 billion Olam Group deal and Mindsprint acquisition
Wipro will deploy its AI-powered suite, Wipro Intelligence, across Olams farm-to-fork value chain, covering farming, forecasting, trading, supply chain, and customer engagement
Iran tensions, crude oil surge keep Dalal Street on edge
Trump, who had set an April 7 deadline for Iran to comply, warned of what he termed Power Plant Day and Bridge Day targeting critical civilian infrastructure if negotiations failed
Rupee set to rise on spillover of RBI curbs; oil, outflows temper sentiment
The rupee is likely to open in the 92.80-92.90 range versus the US dollar, having settled at 93.10 on Thursday, per traders
Sensex, Nifty may open lower amid FPI outflows and global uncertainty
Investor focus has shifted to the RBIs monetary policy meeting, with expectations of a prolonged pause in rates due to inflation risks
Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Lloyds Metals & Energy
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for Lloyds Metals & Energy. The stock has been moving up very well over the last three weeks. The strong 8.7 per cent surge last week indicates that the upmove is gaining momentum. This has taken the share price well above a key resistance level of 1,320. The region between 1,320 and 1,290 will now be a strong support zone. Lloyds Metals & Energys share price can rise to 1,550 from here. Traders can buy Lloyds Metals & Energy shares now at 1,390.
Markets will track stocks like Bharat Coking Coal, Control Print and Shree Cement following operational disruptions, strategic expansions, stake buys, and infrastructure order wins announced over the weekend
How to lock in premiums and navigate portability while upgrading health insurance?
A 38-year-old with 10 lakh family cover weighs unlimited sum insured and multi-year health plans, seeking clarity on benefits, portability rules and upgrade flexibility.
EPFO 3.0 PF withdrawal rules: How much provident fund balance can you withdraw using ATM and UPI?
EPFO 3.0 features: One of the most significant changes under EPFO 3.0 is the availability of the option to withdraw PF money using ATM and UPI.
Gratuity payment: What are the new rules? How is gratuity calculated? Key FAQs answered
There are significant changes in gratuity rules for fixed-term employees. Employers are now required to pay gratuity on termination of contract of such employees after completion of one year of service.
Mcap: 6 of top-10 most valued firms decline by 65k cr, Bharti Airtel biggest laggard
Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 263.67 points, or 0.35 per cent, and the NSE Nifty fell 106.5 points, or 0.46 per cent.
AWL Agri Business Q4 led by double-digit volume growth in edible oils
The domestic business grew 13% year-on-year, while the edible oil portfolio recorded a robust 17% volume growth, led by strong demand across soybean, mustard, rice bran and palm oil categories
Positioning portfolio to navigate uncertainty
Amid the US- Iran war, trade disruptions and energy uncertainties, a common question persists: does this environment warrant a portfolio rethink?
How to plan summer holidays amid soaring airfares due to West Asia war
The West Asia war and rising fuel costs have pushed international airfares from India up by 30%, triggering a massive shift toward domestic tourism. Travellers are navigating a complex landscape of devalued currency and airspace closures.
PPF: Can a Public Provident Fund account be closed prematurely?
While the PPF carries a mandatory 15-year lock-in, accounts can be closed after five full financial years, but only under specific circumstances
From pension disbursal system to auto settlement, how EPFO 3.0 reforms have improved user experience
EPFO 3.0 represents a comprehensive digital overhaul of the retirement fund's IT infrastructure, with full implementation expected by mid-2026
Bullion Cues: Gold and silver futures facing a barrier
Decline likely ahead
FPIs pull out 24,743 crore in short week as March records historic sell-off
The outflows follow a record 1.25 lakh crore sell-off in Marchthe highest everdriven by global factors such as rising crude prices, geopolitical tensions, a weakening rupee, and elevated US bond yields
The Staff Side of the NC JCM has urged the 8th Pay Commission to improve the memorandum submission process, among other demands. List of all nine demands here.
ITR filing for AY 2026-27: Don't miss these crucial changes in Form 1
The government has updated Income Tax Return forms for Financial Year 2025-26, effective 1 April 2026. Here are the key changes and how to avoid scrutiny after filing tax returns.
Form 121 replaces Form 15H, which is filed by senior citizens, as well as Form 15G, which is filed by individuals below the age of 60. Here's a detailed explanation of the changes and key mistakes to avoid while filing Form 121 in FY 2026-27.
Can your Swiggy food delivery and Instamart orders sponsor your next stay at a Marriott hotel?
Marriott Bonvoy has partnered with Swiggy, enabling members to earn MB points on Swiggy transactions like ordering food delivery, groceries, and dining out. These activities help accumulate MB points a little more quickly for the next stay at a Marriott Bonvoy participating hotel.
TDS, TCS new rules: Forms 138 and 140 replace old Forms 24Q and 26Q here's all you need to know
The government has introduced new Forms 138 and 140 for TDS reporting, replacing the old Forms 24Q and 26Q. Here's all you need to know.
Silver slumps 9,000, gold declines 3,500 on weak global trends
In the international market, spot silver plummets by $5.49, or 7.32%, to $69.57 per ounce, while gold declines $166.79, or 3.51%, to $4,591.52 per ounce
Escorts Kubota to hike tractor prices from April 15; Q4 sales grew
Price hike comes amid steady demand momentum in domestic tractor segment
Markets shut for Good Friday after volatile session
Despite the late recovery, the broader market mood continues to be fragile. Since the escalation of tensions in West Asia, benchmark indices have declined by over 11%
Bank of Baroda chief economist Madan Sabnavis states a recession (negative GDP growth for two quarters) is unlikely. Even in a worst-case scenario, GDP growth may slow to around 7% from 7.2-7.25% currently projected.
Growing digital arrest scams use fake police and court threats to coerce citizens into transferring large sums, highlighting the urgent need for awareness, verification, and strong cyber fraud protection.
Punjab Carbonic IPO: carbon capture firm files DRHP with SEBI
The company plans to raise capital through fresh issuance and offer for sale, with proceeds aimed at expanding CO2 recovery units, strengthening logistics, and investing in ethanol production
Stoppage of SIP leads to averaging down investment, Franklin Templeton India chief
Satwalekar urges investors to avoid SIP cancellations, emphasising the importance of staying invested during market volatility
SEBI proposes return of open-market share buybacks via stock exchanges
Tax overhaul clears path, but concerns on fairness and price signalling persist
SIP flows rise for Franklin Templeton as firm buys stocks on dip
The fund house is deploying more capital into equities, especially large caps, viewing the market correction as an opportunity
RBIs trading ban rocks $149 billion-a-day offshore rupee market
RBIs restrictions on non-deliverable derivative contracts will ripple through major currency hubs such as Singapore and London
RBI has several policy tools to control currency. Heres a list
RBI looks prepared to escalate its push to curb speculation and support the rupee
Nifty claws back 500 points from day's low; after a volatile session
Nifty 50 ends at 22,713.10, gaining 33.70 points or 0.15%; Sensex settles 185.23 points or 0.25% higher at 73,319.55
Income tax portal revamp: 7 key links every taxpayer must check now
Income tax portal revamp introduces new forms, integrated payment module and essential quick links, helping taxpayers in the nation navigate tax frameworks, ensure compliance and simplify filing for assessment year 2026-27.
PAN card application rules changed from 1 April: List of documents you must submit now
The government introduced new PAN application rules from 1 April, mandating additional documentation and updated forms. Here's everything you need to know.
