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Dish TV India sinks deeper into losses in Q3 as subscription revenues continue to slide
Dish TV reported a net loss of approximately Rs 276 crore for Q3 FY26, sharply higher than the loss of around Rs 47 crore reported in the same quarter last year. The company reported exceptional items of around Rs 70 crore during the quarter, taking the loss before tax to about Rs 276 crore.
RBI says agri loan classification issues bank specific, no system-level concerns
As RBI prepares to issue revised KCC guidelines to standardize agricultural credit, it has clarified that recent private bank deviations are individual lapses, not a trend.
Cboe Q4 Results: Co beats profit estimates on options trading boom
Cboe Global Markets has surpassed Wall Street profit expectations for the fourth quarter. Increased market volatility fueled options trading volumes, driving strong revenue. The exchange is focusing on growth areas like prediction markets and crypto. Cboe is also streamlining operations by exiting businesses in Australia and Canada.
Fractal Analytics raised Rs 1,249 crore from 52 anchor investors at Rs 900 per share ahead of its IPO opening February 9. Strong domestic and global institutional demand signals confidence in the AI analytics firm and growth prospects globally strong.
Tata Steel Q3 profit soars 9-fold YoY to Rs 2,730 crore on Dutch unit boost
Tata Steels consolidated net profit surged more than ninefold from a year earlier in the December quarter as a sharp improvement in profitability at its Dutch unit and steady operations in India helped offset wider operating losses in the UK.
Fractal Analytics raises 1,248.26 crore from anchor investors
Of the total shares allotted, about 52.8 lakh shares, or 38.05%, were allocated to 11 domestic mutual funds across 22 schemes
RBI removes VRR cap, reshapes FPI debt limits to boost bond inflows
RBI scrapped the Rs 2.5 lakh crore VRR cap, folding it into FPI debt limits from April, boosting flexibility and ease of doing business while retaining safeguards on foreign ownership. Existing VRR investments shift to general limits, with gains expected.
Shares of major cigarette makers see sharp rally as prices increase
Shares of cigarette companies witnessed a significant recovery on Friday after they tumbled in January
Indias rice buy for buffer stocks up 4%, near 43 million tonnes
Procurement ample to face any unforeseen situation, especially with El Nino likely to emerge after June
Tata Motors PV posts Rs 3,486 crore loss in Q3 as JLR cyber impact drags results
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) slipped to a consolidated net loss in the December quarter from a year-earlier profit, hit by the continued fallout of a cyberattack at its British luxury car unit Jaguar Land Rover and a challenging global demand environment.
BLS International reports net profit of Rs 170 crore for Q3, revenue at Rs 736 crore
BLS International has reported a net profit of Rs 170 crore for quarter three of this fiscal, up 33% year on year. The company reported revenues of Rs 736 crore, up 44% year on year.
NSE board clears long-awaited IPO via offer-for-sale route
Governing board reconstitutes IPO committee of six to drive and oversee listing process
Sebi directs AIFs to upload NAV data on depository platforms
To enhance transparency and operational efficiency, Sebi on Friday directed Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to upload the latest net asset value (NAV) for each ISIN of AIF units in the depository system through their Registrars and Transfer Agents (RTAs).
Amazon shares slide as $200 billion outlay fans fears over AI returns
Amazon.com shares slid 9% on Friday after the company outlined a planned $200 billion capital outlay for the year, stoking investor concerns about the scale of Big Tech's spending on artificial intelligence.
Jana Small Finance Bank Q3 Results: Profit plunges 91% to Rs 10 crore
Jana Small Finance Bank reported a 91% drop in third quarter net profit at Rs 10 crore as compared with Rs 111 crore in the year-ago period, owing to higher provisions and other operating expenses.
RBI issues draft rules for credit derivatives and total return swaps linked to corporate bonds
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released draft rules for derivatives on credit indices and total return swaps (TRS) linked to corporate bonds.
Kalyan Jewellers clocks 42% YoY growth in Q3 revenue at Rs 10,343 crore
Jewellery retailer Kalyan Jewellers has clocked a consolidated revenue of Rs 10,343 crore in Q3 FY26 as against Rs 7,278 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year, a growth of 42%. Consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q3 FY26 was Rs 416 crore as against a PAT of Rs 219 crore for the corresponding period in the previous year, a growth of 90%.
US stocks gain footing after week-long tech slump, Amazon down on AI capex lift
Wall Street indexes rebounded Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq advancing after a week of tech selloffs. Optimism was tempered by Amazon's significant drop following increased AI infrastructure spending forecasts. Investor skepticism around AI capital expenditures intensified, impacting Big Tech and software shares.
Bharti Airtel bets big on data centres, cloud for market share gains
By building an AI hub and seeking sovereign cloud certification, Airtel is evolving from a telco into a digital infrastructure giant, banking on the budget 2026 tax holiday for foreign cloud players.
Thomas Cook reports Q3 net profit of Rs 45 crore, revenue at Rs 2,146 crore
The budget announcements on government initiatives in infrastructure development, skilling 10,000 tourist guides, creating a digital repository, and promoting archeological sites are welcome moves, but in the absence of adequate marketing and promotions, one may not see the appropriate tourism growth numbers, said Thomas Cook (India) CEO Mahesh Iyer in an interview with ET.
Stronger banks can now pay less to insure customer deposits
From April, lenders deposit insurance costs will vary with asset quality, capital strength and governance, replacing the one-size-fits-all premium.
NSE Board approves IPO via OFS, forms a committee to drive listing process
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has received board approval for its Initial Public Offering (IPO) via an Offer for Sale (OFS). This move follows a decade-long wait and Sebi's no-objection, with the IPO expected to be a significant event in India's capital markets. A reconstituted IPO Committee will oversee the listing preparations.
Kalyan Jewellers Q3 Results: Consolidated profit rises 90% to Rs 416 crore
Jewellery retailer Kalyan Jewellers India on Friday reported a 90.36 per cent growth in consolidated net profit to Rs 416.29 crore.
SEBI approves eight IPOs, including InCred Holdings and Shankesh Jewellers
InCred Holdings, a new-age NBFC, plans to raise 3,0004,000 crore, with a diversified lending portfolio and AUM of over 12,585 crore as of FY25
Spencer's Retail Q3 loss widens to Rs 58.4 cr, revenue slips marginally
The company posted a net loss of Rs 47.34 crore in the October-December period a year ago, according to a regulatory filing from Spencer's Retail, a RP Sanjiv Goenka group firm.
These 9 stocks trading below their industry average PE
Based on a valuation scan by StockEdge.com, we have identified the top nine stocks from the Nifty200 segment with PE ratios below their respective industry averages.
Never say die attitude, not for naive F&O retail investors
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InCred Holdings, Elevate Campuses among 8 IPOs approved by Sebi
Sebi has approved eight IPOs across financial services, infrastructure, engineering, education and manufacturing, signalling steady primary market momentum. InCred Holdings leads the pipeline, alongside offerings from engineering, IT, metals, education, jewellery and electronics firms cleared for listing in coming months.
Gainers & Losers: LIC, Godfrey Phillips among 6 stocks that hogged limelight on Friday
Indian markets closed higher as buying in consumer and private banks offset losses in auto, IT and pharma. Stock-specific moves in BEML, LIC, Hitachi Energy and others drove action across the board.
Anand Rathi reports Rs 13 crore fraud by unknown individuals, group company employees
Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers on Friday informed the exchanges that its Internal Inquiry Committee has discovered a Rs 13 crore fraud. The brokerage said that the crime has been committed by certain unknown individuals in connivance with employees of group company Anand Rathi IT Private Limited.
Tata International, Mercuria join hands for commodities trading venture
Tata International trades commodities across 50 countries, supporting multinational conglomerate parent Tata Group with trading and distribution
Spice experts to discuss growth, technology at Jaipur summit
Summit to delve into prospects for major commodities and the role of emerging technologies in paving the way for sustainable growth
Tata Steel Q3 Results: Cons PAT soars 723% YoY to Rs 2,689 crore, revenue up 6%
Steel major Tata Steel reported a 723% jump in its December quarter consolidated net profit at Rs 2,689 crore compared to Rs 327 crore reported in the year ago period.
PFC announces merger with REC in line with Budget 2026 roadmap
Power Finance Corporation's board has approved a merger with Rural Electrification Corporation. This move aligns with the Union Budget 2026 roadmap. The restructuring aims to achieve scale and improve efficiency in public sector power financiers. The merger will consolidate both entities into a single balance sheet. This significant step is set to reshape India's power financing landscape.
RBI opens bank lending for real estate trusts, draft norms to be issued soon
The central bank will issue draft guidelines for direct bank financing of real estate trusts, aiming to deepen the property investment ecosystem.
Rupee falls 36 paise to close at 90.70 against US dollar
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee eventually settled at 90.70 (provisional), down 36 paise from its previous close
Rupee logs best week in over 3 years on US tradepact boost
The Indian rupee experienced a dip on Friday but achieved its strongest weekly gain in over three years. This surge followed the announcement of a significant trade deal between India and the United States. The Reserve Bank of India maintained its key repo rate, influenced by a positive economic outlook and reduced trade pressures.
Market Wrap: Sensex adds 266 pts, Nifty above 25,650; Indian rupee logs best week in over 3 years
Indian stock markets, Nifty and Sensex, ended Friday higher. The Reserve Bank of India maintained its policy repo rate at 5.25 percent. Cigarette stocks saw a significant surge following price increases. Global markets retreated, impacted by a Wall Street selloff and AI concerns. Crude oil futures extended losses.
14 consistent high-margin stocks rally up to 430% in a year. Do you own any?
About 170 BSE-listed companies sustained profit margins above 10% for four straight quarters to December 2025. From these, 14 non-financial midcaps and largecaps delivered 50430% one-year returns, highlighting operational efficiency, scale, and disciplined profitability amid volatile markets and investor wealth.
BEML Q3: Loss widens to Rs 22 crore YoY despite 24% revenue growth; Rs 2.5 dividend
Total expenses during the quarter rose sharply to Rs 1,113 crore, up from Rs 796 crore in Q2FY26 and Rs 851 crore in Q3FY25, reflecting a 40% sequential increase and a 31% year-on-year rise. The higher costs were driven by employee benefits, raw material expenses, and finance costs, among other factors.
RBI scraps ceiling on foreign bond investments under VRR
Foreign investors have been net sellers of 900 crore of debt in the current financial year, after buying 6,700 crore in the previous fiscal year and selling a net 3,000 crore in 202324
MRF shares surge 9% after Q3 profit doubles, dividend announcement
MRF shares jumped up to 9% after strong December quarter results, driven by doubled profits, margin expansion, and revenue growth. Improved operating leverage and a second interim dividend boosted investor confidence despite higher costs in a volatile cost environment market.
Trent Limited is changing its Zudio store strategy. Aggressive expansion in cities has slowed growth. The company is now focusing on smaller cities. This move comes with new challenges and risks. Investors are watching closely to see if Trent can maintain its valuation. The fashion retailer faces a critical period of execution.
ITC, Godfrey Phillips, other cigarette stocks jump up to 13% amid reports of price hike
Cigarette company shares saw a significant jump on Friday. This surge followed reports of price increases, with firms like ITC, Godfrey Phillips, and VST Industries passing on higher costs to consumers. The market also saw value buying after a recent tax overhaul. Higher priced cigarette packets have been introduced, with price hikes ranging from 15% to 30%.
Market expert Sunil Subramaniam believes the recent silver price drop is a temporary unwinding of speculative bets, not a sign of the precious metals bull market ending. He points to ongoing dedollarisation and persistent geopolitical risks as key drivers, predicting mid-teen percentage gains for gold and silver by year-end despite diplomatic noise.
MRF declares Rs 3 interim dividend, February 13 set as record date
Tyre maker MRF announced a second interim dividend of Rs 3 per share for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. This follows a robust Q3 earnings report. Net profit surged significantly, driven by strong operational performance and improved business execution. Revenue saw a healthy increase, with EBITDA jumping considerably. Margins also expanded sharply, reflecting efficient operations.
Japan's Nikkei rallies on earnings in unsteady trade before Sunday election
The impact of earnings, recent sharp share declines, and the weekend's impending election contributed to a sense of tug-of-war in Tokyo's equity markets, said Maki Sawada, an equities strategist at Nomura Securities.
Silver Price slips today, February 6: latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai & Bengaluru
1 kg Silver price as reported today, February 6, 2026 across Indian cities
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across Indian cities on February 6
RBI lifts cap on foreign bond investments via lockin route
The Reserve Bank of India has removed the Rs 2.5 lakh crore investment limit for debt securities under the voluntary retention route. This move aims to attract stable foreign debt flows. Investments will now follow general route ceilings. Foreign investors have shown reduced preference for this route recently. This change is not expected to cause a significant surge in inflows.
Fractal Analytics IPO: CEO and other early investors to make wealth returns up to 2,24,000%
Fractal Analytics upcoming 2,834-crore IPO is set to generate significant wealth for promoters and early investors, allowing them to monetise long-term investments as Indias first pure-play AI company goes public at a top price of 900 per share. The issue, opening February 911, includes a 1,023-crore fresh issue and a 1,810-crore offer for sale.
AI fear wipes 6% off Nifty IT: Rahul Shah warns about tech valuations, flags safer bets
Indian IT stocks are experiencing a sharp decline. Experts warn that Artificial Intelligence is disrupting the traditional IT business model. This is leading to concerns about future growth and company valuations. Investors are advised to consider other sectors like textiles and defense for better opportunities. The coming quarters will show if IT companies can adapt to AI-driven services.
Why Tata Motors India PV business may not offset JLRs cyber drag: Jefferies explains
Jefferies highlights significant pressures on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) following Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles' weak December quarter, with JLR's EBITDA plunging 91% YoY. Despite improved India PV prospects, JLR faces structural challenges, including competition and EV transition, impacting overall profitability and growth.
CME Group raises gold, silver margins again as market volatility spikes
CME Group has increased margin requirements for gold and silver futures to manage heightened market volatility. Both initial and maintenance margins for gold futures rose to 9% from 8%, while silver futures saw an increase to 18% from 15%. These changes follow a recent shift in margin-setting methodology and reflect significant price swings in precious metals.
Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra at the central bank's monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting press conference on 5 February 2026 announced measures to provide protection and compensation for customers against digital frauds.
Sensex, Nifty trade lower after RBI pauses rate cuts; IT stocks decline
Extending its previous days decline, the 30-share BSE Sensex further edged lower by 368.37 points to 82,945.56 in morning trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 146.7 points to 25,496.10.
LIC shares surge over 7% post Q3 earnings
The stock jumped 6.99% to 899.20 on the BSE
India bond rally halts for RBI outcome; traders eye liquidity measures
Indian government bonds held steady on Friday. Investors await the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decision. While a repo rate cut is unlikely, bondholders seek guidance on liquidity. Banks are urging the RBI to adjust regulations to address a deposit shortfall. The central bank has previously infused significant liquidity into the system.
Indian stocks enjoy a rare combination, makes a case for re-rating: Morgan Stanley's Ridham Desai
Morgan Stanley sees Indian equities entering a rare phase that supports a valuation re-rating, driven by policy stimulus, improving earnings, weak foreign positioning and attractive relative valuations. With macro stability improving and growth accelerating, the firm forecasts meaningful upside for the Sensex through 2026 under its base and bull case scenarios.
RBI promises pre-emptive liquidity action to ensure policy transmission; keeps repo rate at 5.25%
The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate at 5.25% and will proactively manage liquidity to ensure effective monetary policy transmission. The central bank also plans to remove the Rs 2.5 lakh crore limit for investments under the Voluntary Retention Route, while projecting comfortable inflation for FY26.
Fractal Analytics IPO opens Feb 9; GMP signals 7% listing gain. Key details here
Fractal Analytics, a leading Indian AI firm, is launching a Rs 2,833.90 crore IPO on February 9, marking India's first pure-play AI company to go public. With a grey market premium suggesting a potential 7% listing gain, the issue aims to fund growth and innovation. Investors can participate in India's burgeoning AI sector.
Tata Motors Q3: Strong domestic sales cushion JLR woes after cyberattack, says Mayuresh Joshi
Tata Motors reported a mixed third quarter, with strong domestic passenger vehicle growth of 22% offsetting significant operational disruptions at its subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover due to a cybersecurity incident. Despite JLR's challenges, management anticipates normalization and a China market recovery, while the robust Indian business offers a positive sentiment trigger.
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Meesho slides 40% from peak, slips below listing price. Here is why brokerages still see 26% upside
Meesho shares have fallen nearly 40% from their peak after Q3 losses widened sharply, slipping below the listing price. Despite near-term margin pressures and concerns over growth sustainability, foreign brokerages UBS and BofA remain constructive, citing strong revenue growth, improving logistics efficiency and long-term user expansion.
Hitachi Energy India shares soar 14% as Q3 net profit jumps 90%. Should you buy, sell or hold?
Hitachi Energy India shares surged 14% after the company reported a 90% year-on-year jump in Q3 net profit, aided by strong execution, margin expansion and a record order backlog. Brokerages remain bullish, citing earnings visibility, robust order flows and improving operating leverage.
Crude oil futures gain ahead of US-Iran talks
At 9.56 am on Friday, April Brent oil futures were at $67.93, up by 0.56%, and March crude oil futures on WTI were at $63.67, up by 0.60%
Indian IT stocks set for worst week in four months as AI jitters deepen
The sub-index was the biggest sectoral loser on the day, with all 10 constituents trading in the red
Amazon shares crash over 11% after-market hours. What triggered the sell-off in FAANG stock
Amazons stock fell more than 11% in after-hours trading after the company said it would raise capital spending by nearly 60% to about $200 billion this year, sparking investor concerns over rising AI-related costs. The decline came despite strong fourth-quarter results, with revenue rising 14% to $213.4 billion.
Rupee strengthens to 90.18 per dollar, weekly rally gathers steam before RBI MPC outcome
On Friday, the Indian rupee continued its ascent, marking a notable weekly gain ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's much-anticipated policy update. The currency appeared to benefit from strategic dollar sales, pushing it higher despite a backdrop of global market unease. Meanwhile, foreign investors offloaded Indian stocks, yet the rupee demonstrated resilience amidst tough external factors.
Hero MotoCorp shares in focus as Q3 profit jumps 14%, board declares Rs 110 interim dividend
Hero MotoCorp reported a 14% year-on-year rise in Q3FY26 consolidated profit to Rs 1,268 crore, driven by strong volumes and better realisations, with revenue jumping 22% to Rs 12,487 crore. The company also announced an interim dividend of Rs 110 per share and a Rs 275 crore investment in Euler Motors.
A recent hike in Securities Transaction Tax on derivatives aims to curb excessive speculation. Experts believe this move will impact high-frequency, low-margin trades. Long-term investors are unlikely to be affected. Valuations, earnings, and currency stability are key factors for foreign investor flows. The market faces a challenging period requiring balanced preparation.
Sensex falls over 200 pts, Nifty below 25,600 ahead of RBI MPC decision; mid, smallcaps slip
Indian stock markets, Nifty and Sensex, began Friday trading with slight declines. This marks a second consecutive session of losses for the benchmark indices. Investors are adopting a cautious stance. This is due to the upcoming Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee policy announcement later today. Global market sentiment also appears subdued.
Silver tanks Rs 15,000 on MCX, gold slips below Rs 1.5 lakh/10 gm. Should investors buy this dip?
Gold and silver futures saw a sharp decline on the MCX Friday. This drop followed a global tech selloff and a stronger U.S. dollar. MCX silver futures for March 2026 plunged 6 percent. Gold futures for April 2026 delivery slipped 2 percent. Higher margins were also implemented, impacting trading. Experts advise caution until market stability returns.
RVNL shares in focus after Q3 profit rises 4% YoY to Rs 324 crore
Shares of Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) will be in focus on February 6 after the state-owned rail infrastructure firm reported a modest 4% year-on-year rise in Q3FY26 net profit to Rs 324 crore. Revenue grew 3% to Rs 4,684 crore, while higher expenses capped margin expansion despite an increase in total income.
Bharti Airtel shares in focus after Q3 profit drops 55% YoY to Rs 6,630 crore. Buy, sell or hold?
Bharti Airtel shares are in focus after a sharp year-on-year decline in profit despite strong revenue, EBITDA, and ARPU growth. India operations, home business expansion, lower capex, and reduced net debt supported performance. Brokerages remain positive, citing robust cash flows, subscriber additions, and improving operational metrics.
PAN HR Solutions IPO opens for subscription. GMP among key details to know
PAN HR Solutions' IPO opened on Friday, aiming to raise Rs 17.04 crore with a muted grey market premium. The company, a B2B HR services provider, reported stable financials with Rs 154.23 crore income and Rs 5.13 crore profit after tax for the period ending November 30, 2025. Proceeds will fund working capital and debt repayment.
Biopol Chemicals IPO: Check GMP, price band, subscription and other details
Biopol Chemicals' Rs 31.26 crore IPO opened February 6, aiming to raise funds for land acquisition and debt repayment. The specialty chemicals manufacturer, serving diverse industries, reported steady financial growth. Despite a niche market and improving profits, muted grey market sentiment suggests cautious investor interest as the subscription window closes February 10.
Rupee largely quiet before RBI policy; risk-off sentiment may weigh
On Friday morning, the Indian rupee is set to maintain a stable opening. Market experts believe it will trade within a tight corridor leading up to the Reserve Bank of India's policy update. With investors showing heightened risk aversion, the rupeealong with many emerging market currenciesfaces limited demand.
US software stocks slammed on mounting fears over AI disruption, lose $1 trillion in week
In recent months, US software and data services companies have faced a formidable decline, raising alarm bells among investors. The burgeoning influence of artificial intelligence has cast a shadow over the industry, contributing to a considerable decrease in the market value of numerous tech firms.
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Sachin Sawrikar of Artha Bharat Investment Managers advocates a balanced long-term asset allocation, with 50-60% exposure to Indian assets and up to 30% in global equities. He highlights valuation discipline, currency risks, trade agreements, and selective use of commodities as key factors shaping portfolio construction.
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