Afghanistan's minister is in India to boost trade. Discussions will focus on agricultural exports and Indian goods. Transport routes and payment systems are key topics. This visit follows recent diplomatic upgrades. Pakistan's border closure impacts Afghan exports, prompting diversification efforts. Meanwhile, India's NSA met his Bangladeshi counterpart to discuss security cooperation.

The BRSR framework mandates top 1,000 listed companies to comply with a broad set of reporting requirements covering various ESG aspects. These include disclosures on environmental resource management, emissions, biodiversity, climate change mitigation and adaptation. These also cover social aspects, such as employee well-being, community engagement, human rights, and governance factors, including board diversity, ethics, anti-corruption measures, and risk management.

Tomato prices have risen sharply across the country as supplies dropped following heavy October rainfall. Government data shows retail prices have increased 25% to 100% in a month across states, with the all-India average up 27% to 46 per kg. Chandigarh recorded the steepest rise at 112%, while Andhra Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka also saw increases above 40%.

Major block deals took place on D-Street involving Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and Apollo Hospitals. Goldman Sachs sold shares in RIL and HDFC Bank. BofA offloaded Apollo Hospitals shares. Blue Pearl Map I LP and Kadensa Master Fund were buyers. IT and financial stocks boosted the Nifty and Sensex.

Indian markets recovered from early losses as renewed foreign inflows and strong IT stocks, led by Infosys, boosted the Sensex and Nifty. Optimism over an IndiaU.S. trade deal, supportive global cues and technical strength improved sentiment, though broader market breadth remained weak.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held pre-Budget consultations with leaders of the $280-billion IT sector on Wednesday, as the industry faces AI-led disruptions, global uncertainty, and rising H-1B visa costs in the US.

IT stocks lifted benchmarks as Nifty held firm above its 50EMA and staged a strong rebound. A falling channel breakout and bullish RSI signalled improving sentiment, with analysts eyeing higher levels while recommending HCL Tech and Arvind for near-term upside.IT stocks lifted benchmarks as Nifty held firm above its 50EMA and staged a strong rebound. A falling channel breakout and bullish RSI signalled improving sentiment, with analysts eyeing higher levels while recommending HCL Tech and Arvind

Wall Street stocks inched up early Wednesday as investors await an earnings report from AI chip powerhouse Nvidia and minutes from the US central bank's most recent interest-rate meeting.

Nvidias quarterly earnings will dominate Wall Street as analysts expect strong revenue and EPS growth. While AI optimism is high, experts warn that much of the good news may already be priced in, increasing downside risk if guidance disappoints.Nvidias quarterly earnings will dominate Wall Street as analysts expect strong revenue and EPS growth. While AI optimism is high, experts warn that much of the good news may already be priced in, increasing downside risk if guidance disappoints

This came after Sebi observed that certain entities, including fintech companies and stockbrokers, are offering services in the nature of OBPPs without obtaining due registration from the stock exchanges as mandated

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) is enhancing the insolvency framework. Now, resolution professionals are required to submit comprehensive documentation on the eligibility of bidders as per Section 29A. This initiative intends to ensure that only qualified and reliable entities engage in the recovery process for distressed assets. The Committee of Creditors will carefully assess these submissions.

LIC has pared its stake in BPCL from 8.75% to 6.75% even as the state-run refiner delivered a strong Q2FY26 performance. BPCLs net profit surged 169% to Rs 6,442 crore, supported by higher refining margins and steady fuel demand. Revenue rose 3%, while refineries operated at 111% capacity with modest sales growth

Markets ended mixed on Wednesday as strong IT sector gains lifted benchmark indices, while newly listed stocks like Groww and Waaree Energies slipped due to profit booking and negative triggers

Adani Enterprises completed a Rs 4,646 crore off-market sale of a 13% stake in AWL Agri Business to Wilmars subsidiary Lence, revising shareholdings and terminating the earlier shareholders agreement while AWL shares gained and Adani Enterprises ended marginally lower

Excelsoft Technologies Rs 500-crore IPO saw strong demand on Day 1, getting subscribed 1.45 times, led by heavy retail and NII participation. The issue, priced at Rs 114120 per share, includes a fresh issue and OFS. The company has reserved 50% of the shares on offer for QIBs, 35% for retail investors, and 15% for non-institutional investors

The news fueled buying on Tuesday, driving down yields across the curve by 2-3 basis points, but the rally was short-lived as a sharp drop in purchases by a key investment category offset the optimism

The Reserve Bank of India continues its crackdown on unlawful online forex trading by adding seven new entities to its watchlist, now totaling 95. The RBI advises the public to verify with its official register before entering any forex transactions. Its crucial to exercise caution, as this list does not cover all illegal platforms.

The Reserve Bank has taken significant action by enhancing its alert list, now numbering 95 unauthorized forex trading platforms after the addition of seven new entities. These platforms operate without the required authorization to facilitate forex transactions or manage electronic trading platforms.

Eight BSE 100 stocks, including Bharti Airtel and Hero MotoCorp, hit new 52-week highs as the Sensex surged. Recent gains ranged from 5% to 20%, signalling strong market momentum and bullish sentiment

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI Director to meet with SEBI, SFIO, and ED. This meeting will investigate allegations of dubious transactions against Indiabulls Housing Finance, now Sammaan Capital. The court expressed surprise at the agencies' reluctance. It also questioned the Ministry of Corporate Affairs' actions. The focus is on public money and potential large-scale irregularities.

The company has bought 462 units in 'Aspire Leisure Valley' project for Rs 696.20 crore and 147 units in 'Aspire Centurian Park' project for Rs 373.23 crore

Jason Samuel, Founder of House of Swamiraj, said these two projects will be smart homes with use of latest technologies.

The dollar swung between gains and losses against major peers as investors awaited key U.S. economic data and commentary from Federal Reserve officials to gauge the U.S. monetary policy path

Budget 2026-27 comes in a difficult backdrop of major geopolitical upheavals and Trump's tariff blow on India. In the coming financial year, India will be staring at the issues of boosting demand, job creation and putting the economy on a sustained 8 per cent-plus growth path.

Sammaan Capital shares dropped sharply after the Supreme Court ordered the CBI to file an FIR. The court criticized the CBI and Ministry of Corporate Affairs for a 'friendly approach'. SEBI's reluctance to probe was also questioned. The ED will hold a joint meeting with other agencies. Sammaan Capital stated regulators found no wrongdoing in past examinations.

Indias markets may be nearing the end of a 14-month consolidation cycle, with JM Financials Ankur Jhaveri predicting stronger earnings in FY27 and broader market participation ahead. Speaking at India Xchange 2025, he highlights opportunities in autos, data centres, EMS, healthcare, value retail and BFSI, while noting improving consumption trends and rising investor optimism.

Indian stock markets rallied strongly on Wednesday, with both Sensex and Nifty recovering from early dips. A surge in foreign investment and a comeback by key IT companies bolstered investor confidence. Infosys spearheaded the gains, anticipating its substantial share buyback program commencing Thursday. This positive momentum signals a strengthening market sentiment.

Rural India continues to lead FMCG growth, outpacing urban markets for seven consecutive quarters due to strong farm incomes. While cities are showing signs of recovery, driven by easing monetary policy, tax reforms, and moderating inflation improving real wages, rural demand remains robust. This dual engine is poised to drive India's FMCG sector forward.

Microcap stocks with strong mutual fund ownership are surging in FY26, with 13 names up 70150% and five already delivering multibagger returns.

Microcap stocks with strong mutual fund ownership are surging in FY26, with 13 names up 70150% and five already delivering multibagger returns.

India is looking at increasing the minimum price for sugar sales domestically. The government may also raise the price oil companies pay for ethanol from sugar mills. These steps aim to help sugar factories facing surplus stocks and rising cane costs. This could ensure timely payments to millions of sugarcane farmers.

Infosys is set to launch its Rs 18,000-crore share buyback on November 20, closing on November 26. The buyback allows the IT giant to repurchase up to 10 crore shares at Rs 1,800 each via the tender offer route. Shareholders as of the record date, November 14, are eligible. Kotak Mahindra Capital manages the issue, with KFin Technologies as registrar.

Addressing the urgent need for better healthcare, NATHEALTH has advocated for the government to increase healthcare investment to over 2.5 percent of GDP. Additionally, they propose offering tax deductions of up to Rs 10,000 for individuals opting for preventive health assessments.

Three of Indias newest stock market entrants hit their first real stretch of turbulence on Wednesday, as volatile swings, brisk profit-taking and an unusual auction-triggering short squeeze tested investor conviction. Analysts say the corrective moves reflect a shift from debut euphoria to fundamentals, as investors recalibrate near-term risks and reassess positioning after steep post-listing rallies.

Capillary Technologies India is set to finalise share allotment for its 877.5 crore IPO today. Applicants can view their allotment status on the BSE website or the registrar MUFG Intime Indias portal once the process is completed. The companys shares are slated to list on November 21.

Sudeep Pharmas Rs 895-crore IPO is set to open on November 21, comprising a Rs 95-crore fresh issue and an Rs 800-crore OFS. The price band for the offer is set at Rs 563593, with 50% of shares reserved for QIBs, 15% for NIIs and 35% for retail investors. With a GMP hovering around 16% ahead of the launch, the IPO is generating significant buzz in the unlisted market.

Public sector banks are rallying, sparking debate on their valuations compared to private lenders. Rahul Arora sees opportunities, especially in SBI and Bank of Baroda. He notes a significant valuation gap remains, suggesting further upside potential for PSU banks. Private banks face growth limitations due to large balance sheets. Global fund flows could favor banks if capital returns to India.

US equity markets are experiencing a long-overdue correction, impacting global flows into Asia. While India's fundamentals remain strong, foreign investor sentiment is shifting. Market expert Rahul Arora advises caution on consumer staples, favoring discretionary names and highlighting banking and financials as key investment opportunities.

Ambit has issued a scathing SELL call on Swiggy, warning its Rs 10,000-crore fundraising plan could worsen losses in the fiercely competitive quick-commerce market. The brokerage says Instamart is lagging Blinkit in scale and efficiency, the markets growth potential is capped, and Swiggy may need aggressive spending just to hold its ground, limiting long-term profitability.

Developed by the Department of Commerce, the TIA portal brings together multiple national and international databases, macro-economic indicators and automated analytical tools into a single system. According to the ministry, the platform integrates global sources such as UN Comtrade along with domestic databases to offer over 270 analytics modules.

Parag Thakkar sees opportunities in select large companies and FMCG stocks for patient investors. He is constructive on Hindustan Unilever's future performance, expecting a turnaround from November. Thakkar also views Dabur as an interesting contra bet due to predicted intense winter. He remains cautious on Tata Motors' JLR business but is optimistic about the paints sector's recovery.

Growws first major post-listing setback has triggered a massive settlement crunch, with more than 30 lakh shares pushed into NSEs auction window after traders shorted the stock and failed to deliver. Abhijit Chokshi says misplaced bets against Growws rally have now snowballed into a Rs 100-crore lesson on T+1 deadlines, delivery shortages, and market discipline.

Delhi's Khan Market has slipped to 24th globally in expensive retail locations, though it remains India's priciest high street. London's New Bond Street now leads the world. Indian high streets show remarkable resilience, attracting brands due to rising affluence and limited mall supply, driving significant rental growth in cities like Gurugram and New Delhi.

Japan's Nikkei index fell for the fourth consecutive day. Investors are cautious ahead of key earnings from artificial intelligence giant Nvidia. The Nikkei 225 closed lower, extending its longest losing streak in seven weeks. Concerns over technology stock valuations and rising bond yields are impacting the market. All eyes are on Nvidia's performance to gauge future market direction.

Mohandas Pai defends Narayana Murthys controversial long-work-hours remark, clarifying that the 70-hour workweek advice is meant only for startup founders and tech innovatorsnot regular employees. Pai says India must match China and Silicon Valleys intense work ethic to stay competitive, while stressing that such hours should be voluntary, ambition-driven and limited to entrepreneurs pursuing breakthrough innovation.

China successfully raised 4 billion euros in a bond sale, attracting significant investor interest despite global market jitters. Demand for the issuance, which saw two tranches, exceeded 100 billion euros, indicating strong confidence in the high-grade sovereign issuer. This follows a recent $4 billion dollar bond sale, highlighting continued international appetite for Chinese debt.

Vietnam's State Treasury successfully raised 9.23 trillion dong in a government bond auction, marking the highest amount since June. This significant uptake, with 66% of bonds sold, boosts total government bond sales this year to 287 trillion dong. Proceeds will fund public investments, a key economic growth driver, as the government aims for 500 trillion dong in sales this year.

Morgan Stanley anticipates the Reserve Bank of India will reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points in December 2025. This move is expected to bring the terminal policy rate to 5.25 percent. The RBI is projected to adopt a data-dependent approach following this easing.

Parag Thakkar expresses a constructive outlook on PSU banks, highlighting PNB, Canara, and SBI as favored investments. He also sees opportunities in textiles and pharma driven by potential India-US trade deals, and views Infosys' buyback as a long-term positive for shareholders despite current IT sector headwinds.

YES Bank stock price today (19-11-2025): The shares opened at Rs 22.99, reaching an intraday high of Rs 22.99 and a low of Rs 22.76 during the session. The stock has a 52-week high of Rs 24.3 and a low of Rs 16.02. The previous day's closing price was Rs 22.99, with 30,139,454 shares traded by 12:16 PM (IST).