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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
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.
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.
NIIF exits from Ather Energy through block deals
Sells 1.92 per cent stake at 710 each; buyers identity not known
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
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
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
Olyv raises $23 million in Series B led by Fundamentum
The fresh capital will support new offerings in insurance, UPI and business loans
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Valuation Watch: 10 Midcaps with sky-high P/E ratios
10 Nifty500 stocks crash 5075% from 52-week highs. Is your portfolio Hht?
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
M&M Share Price Live Updates: M&M's Current Price and Market Performance
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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.
Tata Consumer Share Price Live Updates: Tata Consumer's Daily Price Movement
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
Divis Labs Share Price Live Updates: Divis Labs volume insights
HCL Tech Share Price Live Updates: HCL Tech's Price Falls Below 100-Day SMA
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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.
Titan Company Share Price Live Updates: Titan Company posts impressive trading figures
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.
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.
UPL Share Price Live Updates: UPL's closing price update
TCS Share Price Live Updates: TCS shares report a slight decline
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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.
Dr Reddys Share Price Live Updates: Dr. Reddy's Exhibits Strong Technical Performance
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.
Adani Ports SEZ Share Price Live Updates: Adani Ports SEZ Volume Performance
ICICI Bank Share Price Live Updates: ICICI Bank Sees 1.21% Increase in Weekly Returns
Asian Paints Share Price Live Updates: Asian Paints Stock Performance
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Hero MotoCorp Share Price Live Updates: Previous day close for Hero MotoCorp
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