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Vivriti Asset Management initiates talks with Kolkata-based QSR chain for investment

The alternative investment arm of Chennai-based Vivriti Group is also in talks with a Kolkata-based FMCG and steel maker for investment

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 9:28 pm

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday

Indian benchmark indices ended mixed in a range-bound session, with Nifty extending gains for a fourth day while Sensex edged lower. Analysts see bullish momentum above key support levels, eyeing a breakout past 26,000. Global cues were mixed, with US optimism and subdued European trends.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 9:12 pm

Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs pick multibagger Ather Energy via block deals; NIIF sells Rs 233 cr stake

Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs acquired shares in Ather Energy through block deals worth Rs 233 crore, as NIIF sold over 33.78 lakh shares. Several mutual funds also bought stakes. The smallcap multibagger stock remains up 123% from its IPO despite recent declines.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 8:57 pm

NIIF exits from Ather Energy through block deals

Sells 1.92 per cent stake at 710 each; buyers identity not known

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 8:49 pm

Legacy created over last six years will be carried forward by successor: Yes Bank CEO

I feel very happy that I am passing on the baton to a very competent person who has vast experience at SBI, says Prashant Kumar

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 8:43 pm

Showroom B2B raises $17 million in Series A round led by Cactus Partners

The funding aims to support Indias textile and garment manufacturing capabilities while improving efficiency, predictability and speed across the supply chain

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 8:43 pm

RBI allows ICICI Pru AMC to raise its stake in Federal Bank, Equitas Small Finance Bank to 9.95%

The approvals granted to ICICI Pru AMC are valid for one year

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 8:23 pm

Olyv raises $23 million in Series B led by Fundamentum

The fresh capital will support new offerings in insurance, UPI and business loans

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 8:21 pm

US stocks flirt with a record after the unemployment rate unexpectedly improves

U.S. stocks neared a record high Wednesday after a jobs report showed unexpected improvement, adding 130,000 jobs last month. While overall job growth for the past year was revised downward, the figures offered reassurance. Treasury yields climbed as traders adjusted expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 8:07 pm

Market Trading Guide: Craftsman Automation and Laurus Labs offer up to 12% upside

Nifty ended flat but extended gains, with technical indicators signaling a bullish bias above key support. Analysts highlight Craftsman Automation and Laurus Labs as buy ideas, citing strong uptrend structure, base formation, improving momentum and potential upside on breakout.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 8:06 pm

SEBI tells commex to rise trading capacity by 2 times of peak load

SEBI also advises exchanges to submit their capacity planning and real time performance monitoring policy in three months.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 7:57 pm

US stocks: US job growth accelerates in January, unemployment rate falls to 4.3%

U.S. job growth accelerated in January and the unemployment rate fell to 4.3%, signs of labor market stability that could give the Federal Reserve room to keep interest rates unchanged for some time while policymakers monitor inflation.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 7:50 pm

Oil rises 2% on US-Iran tensions, improved demand

Oil prices gained more than 2% on Wednesday, buoyed by potential supply risks should tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate, while draws of crude from key stockpiles suggested stronger demand.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 7:44 pm

RBI cracks down on mis-selling, issues rules for banks on sales, marketing

The draft guidelines introduces a clear definition of mis-selling, covering cases such as selling products that are unsuitable for a customers profile, providing misleading or incomplete information, selling without explicit consent, and forcing customers into compulsory bundling of products.

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 7:41 pm

Vivriti AIF targets 25-30pc compounded growth for 5 years

Vivriti Asset Management (VAM), a mid-market private credit-focused Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) management firm, on Wednesday said it aims to grow at 25-30 per cent year-on-year for the next five years, driven by the massive potential in the niche debt market.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 7:37 pm

PE investments in Indias consumer sector at 4-year high in 2025: Equirus Capital

There has been a good amount of investor interest in the overall food sector, including the health food segment

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 7:35 pm

SEBI to simplify listing rules, build a one-stop SME portal to widen market access

Regulator plans a comprehensive LODR review, local offices and pan-India outreach as it pushes to scale SME listings and deepen market-based financing, says SEBI chief

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 7:28 pm

MRPL among 4 smallcap stocks that hit 52-week highs & rallied up to 40% in a month

Benchmark indices ended largely flat, but select BSE small-cap stocks surged to fresh yearly highs. Mangalore Refinery, Force Motors, ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems and Craftsman Automation saw strong momentum.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 7:24 pm

LG Electronics Q3 Results: Profit slumps 61% YoY to Rs 90 crore, revenue declines 6%

LG Electronics Q3 Results: Consumer electronics major LG India on Wednesday reported a 61% year-on-year (YoY) decline in its consolidated net profit at Rs 89.7 crore in the third quarter. Revenue from operations too fell 6% YoY to Rs 4114 crore.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 7:15 pm

Without tariff hike, telcos' growth eases to six-quarter low

Telecom operators are divided over further tariff hikes, with Reliance Jio indicating it has no immediate plans to raise prices.

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 7:09 pm

BHEL triggers oversubscription option after OFS sees 2.35 times demand. Check retail quota

State-run Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) on Wednesday informed the exchanges about its intent to exercise the oversubscription option after the offer for sale received strong response from non-retail investors.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 6:57 pm

Gainers & Losers: Eicher Motors and BHEL among 6 stocks that moved most on Wednesday

Indian markets ended largely flat in a rangebound session. Eicher Motors, Apollo Hospitals, SBI and SJVN rallied on strong earnings, and BHEL declined after a government stake sale announcement.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 6:50 pm

BSE Index Services launches 2 new G-Sec indices

BSE Index Services, an arm of the BSE, on Wednesday announced the launch of two new G-Sec indices, which can be used for running passive strategies such as ETFs (exchange traded funds) and Index Funds.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 6:37 pm

Valuation Watch: 10 Midcaps with sky-high P/E ratios

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 6:19 pm

Brokers Call: Star Cement (Buy)

SBI Securities

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 6:06 pm

Brokers Call: Lemon Tree Hotels (Buy)

JM Financial

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 6:04 pm

SBI overtakes TCS to become India's fourth largest company as Q3 rally triggers market cap leap

State Bank of India has surpassed TCS to become the fourth-largest listed firm by market capitalisation after a sharp rally driven by strong quarterly earnings. Robust profit growth, stable margins, improving asset quality and bullish brokerage views boosted investor sentiment.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 5:54 pm

India state-run firms tap bond market for $2 billion before funding costs rise

The pickup in issuance suggests companies have stopped waiting for borrowing costs to decline and have accepted that yields are unlikely to soften materially in the near term. They are choosing to access the market despite the high rates, said Venkatakrishnan Srinivasan, founder and managing partner at Rockfort Fincap.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 5:46 pm

Indian rupee pinched by foreign banks' dollar bids; softer dollar cushions

The Indian rupee weakened against the dollar, closing down 0.1% at 90.70 due to increased dollar bids from foreign banks. Despite a quiet trading session and mixed corporate interest, overseas demand for dollars pressured the currency. The rupee lagged behind other Asian currencies, which benefited from a broadly weaker dollar.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 5:36 pm

IT stocks drag as Nifty posts fourth consecutive gain amid choppy trade

Nifty edges up 18.70 points to close at 25,953.85, while the BSE Sensex slips 40.28 points to settle at 84,233.64

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 5:07 pm

Kewal Kiran Clothing shares jump 5.6% after Q3 results

For the quarter ending December 31, 2025, the company reported revenue of 301.1 crore, marking an 18% year-on-year growth

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 4:39 pm

World shares are mixed ahead of update on US employment

The report showing that US retailers made less money at the end of last year than economists expected could signal slowing spending by US households, the main engine of the economy

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 4:25 pm

US stocks today: Futures pause ahead of January employment data

U.S. stock futures traded subdued as investors awaited crucial jobs data, with expectations of an uptick in job growth despite a sluggish labor market. Corporate earnings also drew attention, with Cloudflare jumping on a strong forecast. Markets are closely watching for any surprises in labor and inflation data that could influence the Federal Reserve's rate cut decisions.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 4:19 pm

Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty trade in narrow range amid cautious investor sentiment

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Sensex drops 40.28 points to settle at 84,233.64; Nifty up 18.70 to 25,953.85. Both benchmarks had risen nearly 1.2% in the last three sessions, driven by optimism surrounding the U.S.-India trade deal. Rupee fell 14 paise to close at 90.70 against US dollar

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 4:17 pm

Rupee falls 14 paise to close at 90.70 against US dollar

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 90.56 against the US dollar, and touched a low of 90.75 and a high of 90.46 against the greenback in intraday trade

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 4:12 pm

Lenskart Q3 Results: Cons profit skyrockets 6,983% YoY to Rs 131 crore, revenue jumps 38%

Lenskart Solutions witnessed a remarkable surge in its net profit, climbing by 6,982% to Rs 131 crore in the December-ended quarter. This substantial growth was accompanied by a 38% increase in revenue from operations, reaching Rs 2,308 crore during the same period.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 3:50 pm

Fractal Analytics IPO races ahead of Aye Finance as bids near close

Fractal Analytics issue was subscribed 2.58 times overall, supported primarily by strong institutional participation, while Aye Finances IPO lagged slightly behind with overall demand of 0.96 times

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 3:47 pm

Arvind SmartSpaces Q3 profit down 42 pc to Rs 29 cr

Arvind SmartSpaces Ltd saw its net profit drop by 42 percent in the December quarter. However, sales bookings for the period showed a significant rise. The company also announced leadership changes. Priyansh Kapoor is now MD and CEO. Kamal Singal will transition to a strategy and investments role, mentoring the team.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 3:28 pm

IndiQube Spaces posts Rs 17 cr loss in Dec quarter on higher expenses

IndiQube Spaces Ltd. reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 17.06 crore for the December quarter, a rise from Rs 13.72 crore a year prior, driven by increased expenses. Despite this, the co-working firm saw its total income surge to Rs 411.09 crore from Rs 280.48 crore. IndiQube manages over 9.55 million sq ft across 17 cities.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 3:21 pm

Titan says gold volatility is muting buyer growth

Sales growth is being driven more by price increases than by volume, with customer growth remaining muted, said Chief Financial Officer Ashok Kumar Sonthalia

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 3:12 pm

Will banks be closed on 12 February? Unions call for strike, services may be affected

Multiple bank unions have called for a strike on 12 February on demands including a five-day work week and rollback of the four new Labour Codes. Bank of Baroda has notified of potential disruption in services if the strike proceeds as planned.

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 2:56 pm

Ashok Leyland Q3 Results: Cons PAT rises 4% YoY to Rs 796 crore, revenue jumps 22%

Ashok Leyland reported a 4.5% year-on-year rise in Q3 net profit to Rs 796 crore despite a one-time Rs 308 crore charge. Revenue surged 22% to Rs 11,534 crore, with record third-quarter EBITDA, higher volumes across segments, market share gains and strong cash position.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 2:47 pm

Textile stocks fall up to 6% for second day. How serious is the Bangladesh threat?

Shares of major Indian textile companies fell up to 6% for a second straight day after Bangladesh signed a trade agreement with the U.S., offering lower tariffs and exemptions on select textiles. Experts suggest the impact on Indian exporters may be limited, though competitive pressures could rise, particularly in product-specific categories.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 2:44 pm

Fractal Analytics IPO got fully subscribed

The 2,834 crore IPO got bids for 2,71,67,552 shares against 1,85,79,360 shares on offer, translating it to 1.46 times subscription, according to the NSE data

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 2:33 pm

US Social Security Payments Schedule: Check beneficiaries, eligibility criteria here's who will be paid on 11 February

Social Security payments in the United States for February 2026 will be distributed based on beneficiaries birth dates. Those born between the 1st and 10th will receive payments on 11 February, while others will be paid later in the month. 

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 2:27 pm

Narrow market sees select stocks shine as broader earnings remain muted: Rohit Srivastava

The Indian equity market is exhibiting a narrow leadership, with only a few stocks like M&M and State Bank of India showing standout performances and reaching new highs. This selective strength contrasts with broader indices struggling for traction, indicating a stock-specific environment rather than a market-wide uptrend.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 2:22 pm

Goldi Solar plans $350 million IPO

Goldi Solar has shortlisted advisers for the proposed share sale and is likely to file a draft prospectus as early as April, says people familiar with the matter

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 2:14 pm

State-run firms tap bond market for $2 bln before funding costs rise

Indian state-run companies are set to raise 175 billion rupees through bond sales this week. Firms like NaBFID, HUDCO, SIDBI, and PFC are issuing bonds. This move comes as borrowing costs are expected to increase. Investors will closely watch the pricing of these sales. Companies are accessing the market despite current high rates.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 2:10 pm

BHEL OFS: Why JM Financial suggests investors buy the stock while projecting a 40% upside?

The government's BHEL OFS is priced at Rs 254, offering a valuation of 21x FY28 earnings. Analysts see significant upside, driven by India's coal capacity roadmap and BHEL's strong order book. Margin expansion and growth in nuclear and coal gasification further bolster the bullish outlook.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 2:08 pm

Ashwin Patil on M&M: Numbers in line, but margins and market share a concern

Mahindra & Mahindra's recent quarterly results met market expectations. However, analysts noted concerns regarding profit margins and market share. New product launches, including the 3XO, impacted average selling prices. The tractor segment also saw some market share decline. Despite these points, the company's stock remains a buy for some.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 2:01 pm

Mint Explainer | How the new IT rules impact Indias 4,500 crore creator economy

Creators whose formats are built around AI, such as deepfake comedy videos, AI avatars, AI newsreaders, cloned voices, will be affected the most from the amended IT rules

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 1:59 pm

Mahindra & Mahindra Q3 PAT rises 33% to 3,931 crore

Standalone revenue increased 26% to 38,942 crore, while nine-month PAT reached 11,902 crore on revenue of 1,08,164 crore.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 1:40 pm

Global Markets | Australian shares reclaim 9,000 mark as banks rally on CBA results

Australian shares reclaimed the psychologically key 9,000-point mark on Wednesday, as a rally in banking stocks after upbeat Commonwealth Bank of Australia results overpowered losses in biotech heavyweight CSL.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 1:36 pm

AI, defence and energy transition to drive Indias next capex wave: Chetan Ahya

India is set for a robust industrial revival, driven by a global upturn, improving exports, and strong capital expenditure. Chetan Ahya of Morgan Stanley highlights AI infrastructure, defense spending, and energy transition as key structural drivers. Benign inflation and no rate hikes are expected until 2027, fostering a virtuous cycle for India's growth.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 1:24 pm

US stock market | Wall Streets new trade is dumping any stock in AIs crosshairs

Wall Street is experiencing a sell-off in companies perceived to be at risk from AI advancements. Recent product launches, like Altruist's tax-strategy tool, have triggered significant stock declines in wealth management and other sectors. Investors are now prioritizing avoiding disruption over identifying AI winners, reflecting growing anxiety about the technology's potential to reshape industries.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 1:23 pm

Why Indian households are rich in property and poor in security

Indias housing and pension markets are failing households. Fixing mortgages and retirement savings could do more for financial security than any new scheme or subsidy.

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 1:22 pm

Copper nudges upward on weaker dollar, despite slowing demand ahead of China holiday

Copper prices climbed on Wednesday on a weaker dollar, though demand slowed ahead of China's nine-day Lunar New Year break that begins over the weekend.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 1:15 pm

Swaps shut the door on India rate cuts, growth-inflation outlook lifts longer tenors

India's overnight indexed swaps signal that the central bank's rate-cut cycle has likely run its course, anchoring short-term rates, while longer-tenor rates are being pulled higher on expectations of firmer inflation and robust growth.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 1:12 pm

Sensex, Nifty trade flat as investors await CPI data; Auto, Healthcare stocks outperform

Market breadth remains negative as 2,259 stocks decline against 1,701 advances on BSE, while 200 stocks remain unchanged

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 1:03 pm

Gold ETFs clock record 24,040 crore inflows in January amid price volatility

The surge in precious metal allocations comes as global markets experienced mixed signals

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 12:58 pm

MSCI to add Aditya Birla Capital, L&T Finance to flagship global index and drop IRCTC

MSCI indexes serve as globally recognised benchmarks tracked by large passive funds, implying that inclusions typically attract fresh capital inflows, while removals usually entail outflows

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 12:51 pm

BPCL Share Price Live Updates: BPCL's Price Movement Today

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 12:29 pm

HUL Q3 Preview: Will GST transition dent profit, revenue growth for consumer goods major?

Hindustan Unilever Ltd is set to reveal its third-quarter financial results. Revenue growth is anticipated to be modest. Adjusted profit after tax may see a slight decrease. This is due to changes in the Goods and Services Tax regime. Demand stabilization is showing early signs. Investors will watch for management insights on rural recovery and pricing power.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 12:29 pm

Nifty 500 ownership drops to record low as high valuations lead to selling spree: Motilal Oswal

Promoter holding in Nifty 500 declines to all-time low of 48.8% in December 2025

The Hindu Businessline 11 Feb 2026 12:11 pm

Cipla Share Price Live Updates: Cipla's Closing Figures

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 12:07 pm

Eicher Motors' target price raised up to Rs 8,800. What Jefferies, CLSA, other brokerages say

Eicher Motors shares jumped after the company reported strong Q3 results, with net profit rising 21% year-on-year to Rs 1,420 crore and revenue growing 23%. Brokerages also raised price targets, seeing potential upside in the stock.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 12:05 pm

Promoters continuously selling stakes at high valuations, Nifty 500 ownership slips to historic low: Motilal Oswal

Promoters are reducing stakes in Indian listed companies to an all-time low of nearly 49% in December 2025, driven by high valuations and strong investor appetite. Meanwhile, domestic institutional investors have increased their ownership to a record 20.6%, while foreign institutional investors and retail investors saw a dip.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 12:04 pm

Strategic expansion, digital & offline pharmacies driving growth: Dr Suneeta Reddy, Apollo Hospitals

Apollo Hospitals has announced robust quarterly results. Revenue surged by 17% to 6,477 crores, with net profit climbing 35% to 502 crores. The hospital segment saw a 14% revenue increase. Expansion plans are on track, with new beds opening soon. The pharmacy network is the largest in India. Profitability across segments is strong.

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 12:01 pm

UPL Share Price Live Updates: UPL's closing price update

The Economic Times 11 Feb 2026 11:58 am

Bollywood's new script: Stars gamble on niche OTT platforms, seeking control and IP ownership

Niche celebrity-backed streaming services leverage personal brand equity for lower customer acquisition costs and direct audience engagement. While running a platform demands more than performance, these ventures offer a significant upside for IP ownership.

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 11:49 am

Mint Explainer | India vs Bangladesh: Who really wins in the US textile tariff reset?

Bangladesh has secured a conditional zero-duty window for garments under its US trade deal, but sourcing rules may limit its gains, potentially giving India a structural edge.

Livemint 11 Feb 2026 11:44 am