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PTC Industries seeks to leverage global titanium shortages amid Russia sanctions
As demand for titanium in aerospace grows, PTC is set to play a critical role in the supply chain diversification away from Russian sources
Marc Faber advises against investing in popular American stocks like Tesla and Nvidia, citing their high prices and uncertain futures. He predicts a weak US dollar, benefiting European and emerging markets. Faber also points to overlooked opportunities in Hong Kong and Latin America and emphasizes the importance of gold as a hedge against paper money devaluation.
RailTel shares in news today on fresh order win
RailTel shares closed 3.49% lower at Rs 401.35 on BSE in the previous session. Market cap of the firm stood at Rs 12,880 crore.
PNB Housing Finance shares: PSU a buy after Q3 results? Here's target price
PNB Housing Finance is being selective in the corporate portfolio and expects growth to return in Q4. However, over the long term, it expects the share of corporate loans to remain restricted at less than 10 per cent.
Stay put or start hunting in this market correction? Deven Choksey answers
Deven Choksey of DRChoksey FinServ highlights opportunities in the market despite some corrections. He advises against buying overpriced stocks like Zomato and Dixon, suggesting waiting for meaningful valuation corrections. Hospital stocks are also expensive, and momentum won't last. Focusing on largecap companies with stronger fundamentals and lower valuations is recommended.
Rexpro Enterprises IPO opens today: Check key dates, GMP, price band and other details
Rexpro Enterprises' SME IPO, aimed at raising Rs 54 crore, opens for subscription. Offering shares at Rs 145 each, it includes the sale of 32.5 lakh shares. The proceeds will be used for equipment purchase, factory renovation, working capital, and general purposes. The IPO closes on January 24.
HDFC Bank Q3 results: Profit may rise up to 3%, NII 6-8%; here's what to track
HDFC Bank Q3 preview: Axis Securities expects HDFC Bank to report a 2.2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) rise in net profit at Rs 16,737 crore for the December quarter compared with Rs 16,373 crore in the same quarter last year.
Positive Breakout: These 5 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.
Kabra Jewels IPO listing today. Here's what GMP indicates
Kabra Jewels is set to debut on the NSE SME platform with an anticipated listing gain of up to 90% over its issue price. The company, known for its diverse range of jewellery and artifacts, received a strong response to its IPO. Proceeds will be used for debt repayment, working capital, and corporate needs.
Death Crossovers: These 4 stocks signal bearishness on Jan 22
These stocks' 50-day SMA crossed below their 200-day SMAs on December 20.
Denta Water IPO to open for subscription: Check key dates, GMP, subscription, price band, review
Denta Water IPO aims to raise Rs 220 crore through fresh equity sale of 75 lakh shares. The price band is set at Rs 279-294 per share. Analysts recommend subscribing for the long term due to a strong order book and efficient business model. Share allotment and listing are slated for January 27 and 29 respectively.
Gold hits 11-week high on softer dollar, Trump policy uncertainty
Gold prices reached an 11-week high, supported by a weaker dollar and trade policy uncertainty under U.S. President Trump. Spot gold rose 0.1% to $2,748.58 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures increased by 0.1%. Trump's potential tariffs on EU and Chinese goods contributed to gold's appeal. The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady, impacting gold's attractiveness.
Q3 results today: HDFC Bank, HUL among 50 companies to announce earnings
Around 50 companies, including HDFC Bank, HUL, Tata Communications, and Hudco, are set to announce their Q3 earnings. HDFC Bank is expected to report a 7-8.4% YoY growth in net interest income, while HUL's growth may be muted due to weaker demand and input cost inflation. Key metrics to watch include HDFC's deposits and HUL's underlying volume growth.
Stocks to buy today: Indiamart, Tata Communication and Newgen Software
Benchmark Sensex sees a significant decline due to global tariff war concerns and foreign fund outflows, with specific focus on stocks Indiamart, Tata Communication, and Newgen Software. Analysts suggest strategic buying at dips, indicating potential long-term growth despite current market volatility.
Denta Water and Infra Solutions IPO opens today at 279-294
Denta Water mopped up 66.15 crore from anchor investors
Netflix shares soar on price hikes and record subscriber gains
Netflix dominates the streaming market, adding 18.9 million subscribers in Q4, reaching nearly 302 million. Popular shows, live events, and a mix of top-tier content drive growth. The company increased subscription prices and plans more live broadcasts. Fourth-quarter earnings and revenue beat estimates, and Netflix revises guidance with improved fundamentals.
Bitcoin gains as US SEC gives crypto its first policy win
Bitcoin approached a record high amid volatile trading as the new U.S. administration, led by President Trump, unveiled plans to overhaul cryptocurrency regulations. The SEC announced a task force to develop a regulatory framework for digital assets, but analysts caution about continued volatility until concrete policies emerge.
Dollar drifts lower as traders ponder Trump tariff plans
The dollar fell marginally as uncertainty around President Trump's tariff plans persisted. Trump mentioned potential tariffs on China, Mexico, Canada, and Europe, but without detailed plans. This caused the dollar index to drop and kept markets guessing. Analysts suggest Trump's tariff actions might be less aggressive than his campaign promises, impacting inflation and Federal Reserve policies.
Technical pullback seen for battered Sensex, Nifty
Volatility to persist as VIX rises sharply
Oil prices steady as investors debate Trump 2.0 policies
Oil prices remained stable as markets assessed President Trump's national energy emergency declaration and its impact on supply. Brent crude and WTI futures saw slight changes. Trump's plan includes rolling back environmental protections and withdrawing from the Paris climate pact. However, analysts doubt the plan will significantly influence near-term investment or U.S. production growth.
Wall Street ends higher with hopes for measured US trade policy
Wall Street indexes rose on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 and Dow hitting their highest levels in over a month. Investors were relieved by President Trump's less aggressive initial approach to tariffs. The Dow increased by 1.24%, S&P 500 by 0.88%, and Nasdaq by 0.64%, while industrials and utilities sectors saw significant gains.
Stocks that will see action today: January 22, 2025
Buzzing stocks: Sequent Scientific, NDR InvIT, JK Tyre, Intellect Design, CUMI, Wendt, Tata Power
Share Market Live Updates 22 January 2025: Stock to Trade Today: Exide Industries (377.30) - SELL
Sensex, Nifty updates on 22 January 2025: The short-term outlook for Exide Industries is bearish. The stock has been in a strong downtrend since June last year. It was in a corrective bounce over the last one week. The 3.5 per cent fall on Tuesday indicates that the broader downtrend has resumed. Strong resistance is in the 385-390 region.
Todays Stock Recommendation: January 22, 2025
The stock idea that we have for you today is Exide Industries.
HDFC Bank Q3 Results FY25 Live Updates: NII may rise by up to 8.4% YoY, NIMs to remain flat
GIFT Nifty up 35 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Market analysts predict continued pressure on the markets in the short term. India VIX rose 3.9%, while several stocks are now under the F&O ban and the rupee settled lower against the US dollar.
Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, HUL, Tata Technologies, JSW Steel, PNB Housing
Shares of HDFC Bank, HUL and Tata Communication will be in focus as the companies will announce their quarterly results later today.
ET In The Classroom: Multicap Funds
Lay investors often do not know when or how much to invest in large, mid-, or small-cap funds. If they invest only in large-cap schemes and small and mid-cap stocks rally, as often happens in the market, they will miss out on the gains.
RBI's new bad debt settlement norms enthuse stressed asset buyers
The key difference between the old and the revised rules is around the approval processes for the settlement of loans.
India rating, ease of investing key to G-Sec entry into large indices
Government bonds will be included in the Bloomberg Emerging Market (EM) Local Currency Government Index on January 31, which Nick Gendron, global head of fixed income index at Bloomberg Index Services described as a great first step.
Euro Pratik files draft papers with Sebi for Rs 730-cr IPO
Over the years, it has developed an extensive product range catering to both residential and commercial applications which are predominantly sold under its flagship brands Euro Pratik and Gloirio.
Zomato tanks over 10% on weaker numbers, drags Swiggy along, too
Zomato has attributed the weaker numbers to the increased investments in accelerated new dark-store openings and customer acquisition efforts in the quick commerce (QC) business. Swiggy has not reported its October-December results yet.
Electronics manufacturing firms tipped to outperform indices this year
Buoyed by upcoming government incentives and increasing import substitution opportunities, the stock prices of electronics manufacturing firms are tipped to grow at strong double-digit figures despite scope for valuation corrections.
Electronics companies' shares slide as Dixon show disappoints
Dixon shares plunged 13.9%, Kaynes Technology tumbled 9.7%, Amber Enterprises slumped 7.6%, Syrma SGS Technology declined 4.7% and PG Electroplast fell 6% on Tuesday.
Conservative investors can tap Hybrid MFs
ICICI Prudential MF data show the Nifty 50 representing largecaps trades at a PE of 23, slightly lower than its five-year average of 24.4. However, the BSE Midcap PE and the BSE Smallcap 250 trades at a rolling five-year average PE of 43.1 and 43.2, sharply higher than their five-year average PEs of 33.8 and 27.4, respectively, indicating these stocks are expensive.
Sebi plans pre-listing trade to trip grey market moves
Sebi's responsibility is to ensure that all critical disclosures and information are made available to investors, enabling them to make informed decisions, Buch said.
Rupee gives up gains to close at 86.57
The local currency peaked to 86.282/$1 during the day after US president Donald Trump refrained from imposing tariffs on his first day in office. The rupee, however, gave up its gains after Trump said he was thinking about imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
Reel, Baby, Reel: Grizzlies descend on Dalal Street
The Nifty tanked 1.4%, or 320.10 points, to close at 23,024.65. The Sensex plunged 1.6%, or 1,235.08 points, to close at 75,838.36. Both indices fell over 0.5% each in the last week. The selloff eroded India's market cap by around 7.52 lakh crore.
Screen Wars: India's multiplexes go slow on expansion amid box office woes
India's cinema screen expansion is slowing due to a lacklustre box office and high real estate prices. Multiplex chains are strategically planning new openings while emphasising upgrades that promise better returns to ensure long-term viability.
Draft rules mandate KYC, detailed product listings, secure payments for e-commerce platforms
The initiative reflects the government's commitment to addressing rising concerns over consumer safety and transparency in the digital marketplace.
The RBI curbs imposed in 2024 had forced Vijay Shekhar Sharma to distance Paytm Payments Bank from fintech company Paytm.
Essar Oil and Gas plans $275 mn overseas bond sale post-restructuring
Essar Oil and Gas Exploration & Production Ltd. is exploring its first post-restructuring fundraising initiative by considering a $275 million overseas bond issuance to fund expansion and refinance existing debt. Talks remain preliminary and non-binding.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday
Indian markets closed sharply lower, with Sensex dropping 1.60% and Nifty 1.37%, driven by losses in heavyweights like Reliance and ICICI Bank, alongside concerns over Trumps trade tariffs.
Estate planning in India and how to ensure a smooth transition
By analyzing both assets and liabilities, one can obtain a clear picture of their net worth, which is crucial for determining how estate should be managed and distributed
Lumino Industries files DRHP for 1,000-cr IPO
The IPO, with a face value of 5, is a mix of fresh issues of shares up to 600 crore and an offer-for-sale up to 400 crore by promoter selling shareholders
India Cements Q3 Results: Net profit at Rs 116.52 cr boosted by sale of investments
India Cements Ltd on Tuesday reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 116.52 crore in the third quarter ended on December 31, 2024, boosted by the sale of investments.
ICICI Prudential Q3 results: Cons PAT jumps 43% YoY to Rs 325 crore
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance reported a 43% YoY net profit rise to 325 crore in Q3FY25, with net premium income growing 23% to 12,261 crore, driven by strong single premium performance.
Pre-listing trading platform in the works: SEBI chief
We are working on standardising the format for IPOs, with a provision for exceptional reporting, says Madhabi Puri Buch
US stocks open higher with all eyes on President Trump's trade policy
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Tuesday, as investors assessed newly elected President Donald Trump's executive orders on issues including energy and immigration, while awaiting his first move on trade policy.
South Indian Bank Q3 Results: PAT rises 12% YoY to Rs 341 crore, NII up 6%
South Indian Bank on Tuesday reported a 12 per cent increase in its December quarter net profit to Rs 341.87 crore. The lender had reported a net profit of Rs 305.36 crore in the year-ago period.
PNB Housing Finance Q3 Results: Net profit jumps 43% YoY to Rs 483 crore on strong home loan demand
PNB Housing Finance on Tuesday reported a 43 per cent jump in net profit to Rs 483 crore for the December quarter. The non-banking finance company, promoted by Punjab National Bank, had earned Rs 338 crore in the same quarter a year ago.
Denta Water offers exposure to growing water infrastructure segment
Denta Water and Infra Solutions plans to raise 221 crore via IPO to fund working capital, diversify projects, and expand geographically. Profitability and margins have declined despite revenue growth, posing high-risk investment potential.
These 7 stocks hit 52-week lows, have fallen up to 25% in a month
A 52-week low marks a stock's lowest price over the past year. It may suggest buying opportunities for strong stocks or reflect company challenges. Investors use this metric to gauge price trends and market sentim
Top 5 stocks where FIIs increases their holding in December quarter
FII shareholding in top Nifty500 stocks rose in Q2FY24, signaling confidence in growth and stability, potentially driving higher stock prices and attracting domestic investors.
UCO Bank to raise Rs 2,000 cr via QIP this quarter
State-owned UCO Bank on Tuesday said the bank would mobilise Rs 2,000 crore through Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) during the ongoing quarter to comply with Sebi's minimum public shareholding (MPS) norms.
3M Q4 Results: Company posts profit above estimates on strong demand
U.S. industrial conglomerate 3M Co on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter adjusted profit above estimates as demand for industrial adhesives, tapes and electronics picked up, sending its shares more than 5% higher in premarket trade.
Egregious misuse of IPO money in some cases, bankers shouldn't get bad cos to markets: Buch
Sebi Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch on Tuesday said the capital markets regulator has found egregious misuse of funds raised through initial public offerings (IPOs) by certain companies and urged investment bankers to desist from helping such entities access the capital markets.
UCO Bank Q3 Results: Profit jumps 27% to Rs 639 crore
UCO Bank reported a 27% YoY rise in Q3FY24 net profit to 639 crore, driven by improved asset quality, higher operating profit, and a 20% increase in net interest income.
Gold rises Rs 100 to Rs 82,100 per 10 gm; silver quotes flat
Gold prices rose Rs 100 to Rs 82,100 per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal had closed at Rs 82,000 per 10 grams on Monday.
Tech view: Bullish reversal on Nifty hinges on sustained breakout. How to trade tomorrow
The Nifty index formed a bearish engulfing pattern, signaling potential bearish momentum below the 23,000 support level. Resistance lies at 23,30023,500, requiring a breakout to confirm bullish reversal amid volatile conditions.
Market volatility creates long-term buying opportunity: PL Asset Management
Despite fluctuations, PL Asset Management highlighted that equity markets have shown consistent long-term growth, demonstrating resilience as temporary declines are typically followed by recoveries and sustained upward momentum.
Stock market update: Stocks that hit 52-week lows on NSE in today's trade
Trent, Adani Ports SEZ, NTPC, ICICI Bank and SBI were among the top losers on NSE in today's trade.
Stock market update: Nifty IT index 1.17%
The Nifty IT index closed 1.17 per cent at 41697.95.
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Markets crash over 1% led by Zomatos 11% plunge; banking stocks drag
UltraTech Cement and HCL Technologies only gainers among BSE Sensex stocks
Share market update: Most active stocks of the day in terms of traded value
The NSE Nifty index closed 320.1 points down at 23024.65
Tata Technologies Q3 Results: Cons PAT falls marginally YoY to Rs 169 crore, revenue up 2%
Tata Tech Q3 Results: Q3FY25 revenue from operations rose 2% to Rs 1,317 crore, compared to Rs 1,289 crore in the same quarter last year. On a sequential basis, the profit after tax (PAT) grew 7% as against Rs 157 crore posted in Q2FY25. Meanwhile, the topline increased 1.6% versus 1,296 crore in the July-September quarter.
Paytm, Lodha among 5 stocks with short buildup
A short buildup happens when open interest and trading volumes increase while the stock price declines in the Futures and Options segment.
Trump's policy changes and their global economic impact: Jahangir Aziz
JPMorgans Jahangir Aziz warns of global implications from US policy shifts under Trump, including tariffs, immigration, and deregulation. Potential trade wars and economic uncertainty could disrupt global growth, impact markets, and influence the US dollars trajectory.
Markets plunge as Trumps trade tariff plans rattle investors; Sensex tanks 1,235 points
The market-wide selling pressure was evident in the broader indices, with the Nifty Next 50 falling 2.61 per cent and the Nifty Midcap Select declining 2.78 per cent
Budget 2025: What Asit C Mehta expects for rail, defence, auto and other sectors
The FY26 Union Budget is expected to prioritize railways, defense, automotive, and renewable energy with reforms promoting growth, employment, and sustainability, including incentives for electric vehicles, affordable housing, and infrastructure to advance economic resilience and carbon neutrality.
Sensex falls! These stocks fell 5% or more in Tuesday's session
In the Nifty pack, 8 stocks closed in the green, while 42 stocks ended in the red.
Bad omens that investors should be wary of
Investors should be cautious when noticing behaviors like sudden surges in investor meetings, regular adjustments in earnings, or extravagant management spending. Additional red flags include inexperienced board members, high non-audit fees, overly active CEOs on social media, and frequent departures of key financial executives. These indicators suggest potential governance issues and warrant careful attention.
Rupee falls 14 paise to close at 86.59 against US dollar
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened on a positive note at 86.28 against the greenback. During the day, the local unit touched an intraday high of 86.28 and a low of 86.59
Budget 2025: Motilal Oswals 5 critical expectations on tax, other issues
Simplifying the GST regime by reducing tax slabs is vital, given indirect taxes account for 60% of total receipts. This will ease the tax burden, boosting disposable incomes. Additionally, resolving double taxation on dividendseither by making it tax-deductible for companies or reverting to previous practiceswill offer relief to investors and promote better tax compliance.
Sensex, Nifty crash: Rs 7 lakh crore gone on Trump's tariff threat, what's next?
Sensex closed 1,235 points lower at 75,838 and Nifty slipped 320 pts to 23,024. With today's crash, Sensex is down 2.94% and Nifty has lost 2.62% this year.
Stock market update: Fertilisers stocks down as market falls
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed down 1235.08 points at 75838.36
Bank account for a minor: The best way to optimize your children's savings
Think of minor bank accounts like a piggy bank with additional perks like online banking.
L&T Finance Q3 results: Net profit dips 2%, shares end positive
Morgan Stanley assigns underweight call
Stock market update: Nifty Auto index 1.63%
The Nifty Auto index closed 1.63 per cent at 22303.20.
Brent crude slips to $79.5 as traders digest Trump tariff reprieve, plan to boost US oil output
Oil prices fell on Tuesday as investors assessed U.S. President Donald Trump's plans to apply new tariffs later than expected while boosting oil and gas production in the United States.
MCX shares trade down 6.8% post Q3 profit surges as options trading soars
The companys revenue from operations jumped 57 per cent year-over-year to 301 crores, while total income rose to 324 crores from 209 crores
Gainers & Losers: Zomato, MCX among 5 stocks that moved the market today
Indian indices dropped sharply, with the Sensex falling 1,235 points and Nifty below 23,100. Zomato, Dixon Technologies, and Kolte-Patil Developers were major movers amid broader market losses.
Five things investors should watch out for in HDFC Bank results on 22 January
Most brokerages have a positive outlook on the bank, with price targets in the range of 2,300 and 2,550.
NFO Alert: LIC Mutual Fund launches multi asset allocation fund
LIC Mutual Fund has launched the LIC MF Multi Asset Allocation Fund, an open-ended scheme investing in equity, debt, and gold. The NFO opens on January 24 and closes on February 7, aiming for long-term capital appreciation. The scheme will follow a tactical asset allocation approach, with a diversified portfolio and an investment horizon of three years or more.
Rupee ends little changed; dollar regains footing on Trump's tariff plan
The Indian rupee shed much of its early gains to close largely unchanged on Tuesday as the U.S. dollar recovered after President Donald Trump said he was thinking about imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
