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PFC shares fell over 5% after the company reported a 2% YoY rise in Q1 FY27 consolidated net profit to Rs 7,012 crore. Motilal Oswal retained its Buy rating but cut its target price to Rs 500, citing lower loan growth and margin pressure.

Sky Gold and Diamonds shares surged after the jewellery manufacturer reported strong Q1 FY27 results, with revenue rising 78% and net profit jumping 141% YoY. The stock is also up sharply over the past year, while rising FII and mutual fund holdings add to investor interest.

Delhivery shares fell 4% after the logistics company reported a 65% YoY decline in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 32 crore, despite a 28% rise in revenue. Nuvama retained its Buy rating but cut the target price to Rs 570.

Kaynes Technology shares tanked 8% after the electronics manufacturing services firm reported a 24.4% YoY decline in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 56.4 crore. Revenue, however, surged 40.5% to Rs 946 crore, while EBITDA rose 29.5% to Rs 147.5 crore. The EBITDA margin narrowed to 15.6% from 16.7%, reflecting pressure on profitability despite strong revenue growth.

In the Nifty500 pack, 10 stocks' closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on August 7, 2026, according to stockedge.com's technical scan data. Traders use the 200-day daily moving average (DMA) as a key indicator to determine a stock's overall trend. As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily timeframe, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend. Take a look:

The US dollar experienced a decline against major currencies as investors closely monitor upcoming inflation figures. Both the euro and sterling gained strength, while the yen maintained stability near its recent benchmarks. Recent jobs data from the US has tempered expectations for an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike, resulting in a drop in Treasury yields, which contributed to the dollar's downturn.

Asian share markets followed Wall Street higher after a soft US jobs report. Oil prices increased slightly due to stalled Gulf peace talks and shipping lane concerns. Investors anticipate US inflation data, which could influence Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. Strong corporate earnings, particularly in AI, boosted Nasdaq futures last week. Bond yields saw a slight rise as markets prepared for new debt issuance.

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In a notable surge, four leading Indian corporations experienced an impressive rise in market valuations, totaling Rs 1.43 lakh crore. The State Bank of India led the charge, boosting its valuation by Rs 63,922 crore. Other notable gainers included Reliance Industries, TCS, and Larsen

In early August, Foreign Portfolio Investors poured Rs 12,921 crore into Indian equities, building on their notable investments from July. This surge indicates improved investor sentiment and favorable macroeconomic conditions. Furthermore, foreign investors have displayed interest in India's debt market, resulting in additional inflows. However, it

Molbio Diagnostics has successfully attracted Rs 281.5 crore from anchor investors ahead of its much-anticipated initial public offering. The company aims to raise between Rs 904 crore and Rs 940 crore through this public issue, with funds earmarked for infrastructure improvements and new equipment for manufacturing facilities. Additionally, current shareholders will participate by selling portions of their stakes. The company

Natural gas prices remain subdued despite Middle East tensions, as abundant U.S. production, rising LNG supplies and healthy inventories outweigh geopolitical concerns. Weather-driven demand has also weakened following the winter rally. While near-term prices may remain rangebound, growing LNG exports, Asian demand, power generation and natural gas

Fifteen BSE 500 stocks posted gains in each of the five sessions from August 3 to 7. Apar Industries led with a 16% five-day gain, followed by Welspun Corp and Authum Investment.

Dhoot Transmission has raised Rs 918 crore from 72 anchor investors ahead of its Rs 3,067-crore IPO, with domestic mutual funds accounting for 61.27% of the anchor allocation. The company will use the proceeds to repay debt, fund expansion and pursue acquisitions.

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The US stock market enjoyed a significant boost on Friday as the S

LIC shares rose 2.5% after the state-owned insurer reported a 23% year-on-year jump in Q1 standalone net profit to Rs 13,492 crore, while net premium income grew 7% to Rs 1.27 lakh crore. LIC also retained its leadership in the domestic life insurance market, with a 60.1% share of first-year premium income, according to IRDAI data.

Britannia Industries shares rose 4% after the FMCG major reported a more than 14% year-on-year increase in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 591 crore. Despite higher input costs due to geopolitical tensions, the company delivered healthy revenue growth and margin expansion, prompting Nuvama and Nomura to reiterate their 'Buy' ratings on the stock.

The dollar surged on Friday, gaining strength over the yen and euro as uncertainties regarding a peace deal in Iran heightened demand for safe-haven assets. Support for the dollar was also found in increasing Treasury yields due to expectations of forthcoming rate increases. Market participants are eagerly awaiting the U.S.

Treasury futures inched lower in early Asian trading as higher energy prices revived concerns that the Federal Reserve may need to keep interest rates elevated. In the cash market, the Treasury 10-year yield held at 4.68%, after climbing seven basis points during the US session. Government bonds in Australia also fell, sending the yields on the 10-year higher by eight basis points.

Investors from abroad are pressing regulators for a decrease in securities transaction taxes to alleviate the burden of double capital gains taxes. With the Reserve Bank of India's stringent leverage rules potentially pushing trading activities offshore, there's a risk of reduced government revenues and diminished market liquidity. Authorities are considering these issues in light of the recent tax cuts on government securities.

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Some banks now anticipate fewer policy rate increases from the Reserve Bank of India. Yes Bank and State Bank of India have revised their earlier rate hike forecasts. MUFG Bank has also pushed back its expected policy rate hike timing. Other banks maintain their forecasts for cumulative rate increases this fiscal year. Inflation projections remain sensitive to future crude oil price movements.

India's real estate sector is on the rise, with innovative public market listings through specialized platforms. These enterprises demonstrate stability with recurring revenue and institutional support, drawing in investors. The surge began with flexible workspace providers post-pandemic, while residential developers and student housing firms are now eyeing their own listings. This movement creates new avenues for investment in the unfolding realty growth landscape.

The recent weekly expiry of Sensex showcased unexpected surges in the index and heightened options premiums. Traders observe that such fluctuations are now standard until liquidity conditions improve. Notably, substantial implied volatility spikes arose without impactful news. Significant trades in ICICI Bank hinted at efforts to sway the index's trajectory. This market landscape creates challenges for option writers while benefiting buyers.

Major stock indexes closed lower on Thursday, pausing after a strong start to the week. Investors digested corporate earnings and looked for progress toward a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran. Oil prices rose, with U.S. crude settling up 2.75% at $77.29 a barrel. Data storage companies Western Digital and Sandisk saw significant drops after their quarterly results. The number of Americans filing unemployment claims increased slightly last week.

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