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India soyoil imports to rise to record high on price competitiveness

India's soyoil imports are projected to reach a record high in the upcoming marketing year. Higher soyoil purchases will offset declining sunflower oil shipments due to ongoing global conflicts. Palm oil imports are expected to increase, though its share will fall below fifty percent. Rising incomes are driving overall edible oil demand, which domestic production cannot meet.

21 Sep 2026 3:48 pm
Bitcoin trades above $84,000 after regulatory developments boost market sentiment

Bitcoin climbed above $84,000 as regulatory developments boosted crypto sentiment, including an SEC exemption for tokenized-stock trading and CFTC proposals. Ethereum and major altcoins also gained, while stronger ETF inflows, a short squeeze and improved market liquidity supported the rebound.

21 Sep 2026 3:47 pm
India becomes Asias 4th-largest REIT market, overtakes Hong Kong: Cushman & Wakefield

India has overtaken Hong Kong to become Asias fourth-largest REIT market, with market value rising 62% to $17.7 billion by March 2026, according to Cushman & Wakefield. New listings, strong office occupancy, GCC demand and rising institutional participation have helped expand the market, which now ranks behind Japan, Singapore and China.

21 Sep 2026 3:43 pm
Global Market: Euro area bond yields fall as oil prices ease

Euro area government bond yields fell Monday as lower oil prices eased inflation concerns. Germanys 10-year Bund yield dropped 4.5 basis points to 3.48%. Investors focused on potential diplomatic progress over Iran and recovering Saudi oil shipments. German regional election gains by far-left and AfD parties had limited market impact.

21 Sep 2026 3:29 pm
India studying details of US tariffs on Russian oil buyers: Piyush Goyal

India is examining details of potential US tariffs on Russian oil buyers, Piyush Goyal says. Washington is increasing pressure on nations still purchasing Russian energy resources. A new US law allows tariffs up to 100% on Russian oil and gas importers. Major buyers like India and China face potential higher duties on their US exports. The legislation takes effect within thirty days, impacting global energy trade.

21 Sep 2026 2:31 pm
Global Market: European shares rise as oil slide boosts risk appetite

European shares rose as technology stocks led gains and falling oil prices eased inflation concerns. The STOXX 600 advanced 0.56%, while investors also tracked the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting.

21 Sep 2026 2:17 pm
Govt taking steps to build harmonised data infrastructure: MoSPI Secretary

In a transformative move, India is developing an integrated data framework for enhanced information discovery and application. This process consists of five stages focusing on the unification of governmental data, with a strong emphasis on maintaining vital metadata. Establishing uniform definitions and identifiers will bridge various data pools across ministries and states. Evaluating data quality will be pivotal following harmonization.

21 Sep 2026 2:15 pm
Trumps tariff tantrums return? Gokaldas Exports, other textile stocks drop up to 5% after Trump signs Russia sanctions bill

Shares of textile exporters fell after US President Donald Trump signed a law allowing tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas, raising concerns over potential fresh duties on Indian exports. Gokaldas Exports fell nearly 5%, while Indo Count Industries and Vardhman Textiles dropped over 3% each and Arvind declined more than 2%. The US is the largest market for Indias textile and apparel exporters, making them vulnerable to any tariff escalation.

21 Sep 2026 2:08 pm
US Market: Equity funds see fourth straight week of outflows as oil, rate hike concerns mount

US equity funds saw a fourth consecutive week of outflows as rising oil prices, inflation concerns and expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes weighed on investor sentiment. Investors withdrew $31.44 billion, led by large-cap funds, while sector funds attracted fresh money. Bond fund inflows also eased during the week.

21 Sep 2026 2:05 pm
ESDS Software shares snap 3-day fall, hit 5% upper circuit. What should shareholders do?

Shares of ESDS Software Solutions snapped a three-day falling streak on Monday, hitting a 5% upper circuit at Rs 1,622. After surging 325% post-listing, market analysts advise existing allottees to lock in partial profits while warning fresh investors against chasing the stock at current stretched valuations.

21 Sep 2026 1:54 pm
India-New Zealand FTA finalised; comes into force next month: PM Christopher Luxon

New Zealand and India have finalized a free trade agreement which will take effect next month. This landmark deal opens doors for New Zealand businesses to access India's large consumer market. India will provide duty-free access for one hundred percent of its exports to New Zealand. New Zealand offers market access for seventy percent of its tariff lines to India.

21 Sep 2026 1:32 pm
Global Market: SoftBank launches $10 billion bonds to fund OpenAI investment

SoftBank Group is raising $11 billion through dollar- and euro-denominated bonds to fund its $10 billion investment in OpenAI, replacing bridge financing and adding debt across multiple maturities.

21 Sep 2026 1:29 pm
Warren Buffett once called derivatives time bombs, then bet $40 billion on them. What this says about the legendary investor

Despite calling derivatives financial weapons of mass destruction in 2002, Warren Buffett amassed a $40 billion derivatives exposure by 2007. As Indian regulators express growing concern over retail F&O losses exceeding Rs 90,000 crore, Buffett's experience offers crucial risk management lessons for retail option traders.

21 Sep 2026 1:10 pm
How to trade TCS, Tata Chemicals, other Tata stocks as boardroom battles could reach court

Tata Group stocks remain volatile amid the Tata Trusts-Tata Sons dispute over N Chandrasekaran's reappointment. Technical analysts highlight key resistance levels and bearish signals for Tata Chemicals, TCS, Tata Motors PV and Tata Investment Corp.

21 Sep 2026 1:04 pm
Global Market: China tightens scrutiny of humanoid robot IPOs amid valuation concerns

China is slowing humanoid-robot IPO plans as regulators scrutinise soaring valuations and government-linked revenue, pushing companies to demonstrate sustainable commercial demand and stronger evidence of real-world deployment.

21 Sep 2026 12:26 pm
Crude above $100 may push India inflation to 6%, RBI could hike rates 50 bps: Kotak

The elevated crude oil prices pose a direct threat to India's macroeconomic stability, with retail inflation projected to inch toward the 5.8 to 6.0 per cent mark by next quarter if prices stay elevated, according to Anindya Banerjee, Head - Commodity and Currency, Kotak Securities.

21 Sep 2026 12:25 pm
FIIs raise stakes in 14 stocks in Q1; shares rally up to 75% in less than 3 months

FIIs increased stakes in 14 BSE 500 stocks during the June 2026 quarter, with shares gaining 20% to 75% in less than three months after the quarter-end.

21 Sep 2026 12:22 pm
NMDC shares rally 2% after company sets target to achieve net-zero operational emissions by 2047

NMDC shares rallied up to 2% on Monday to Rs 80.85 after setting a target to achieve net-zero operational emissions by 2047. Covering Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, the roadmap spans three phases focusing on renewable energy, fleet electrification, energy efficiency, and low-carbon logistics to reduce operational emissions by 90%.

21 Sep 2026 12:22 pm
HAL shares rise 2% as firm hands over 3 aerospace platforms to IAF. What is Goldman Sachs saying?

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) shares rose on Monday after the company handed over three indigenously developed platforms to the IAF and Pawan Hans. The deliveries included the Dhruv-NG helicopter, LCA Tejas Trainer jets and HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft.

21 Sep 2026 12:08 pm
OFSS shares tumble 7%; Wipro, Coforge, Infosys shares down up to 2%. Why are IT stocks under pressure today?

Shares of OFSS fell over 7% while top IT stocks including Infosys, Wipro, and Coforge dropped up to 2% on Monday. The drag comes following reports of Oracle's $18 billion data centre debt pressure and US President Donald Trump extending the $100,000 H-1B visa fee by another year.

21 Sep 2026 11:52 am
Global Markets: 5 key things to watch out for this week

Global markets face a busy week as investors track US-China talks, Treasury yields, the UN General Assembly, AI risks and Indonesias rate decision, with geopolitical tensions and monetary policy shaping sentiment.

21 Sep 2026 11:50 am
Global Market: Micron earnings test looms as AI memory demand stays strong

Microns September 30 earnings will test whether strong AI-driven memory demand can sustain elevated expectations, with investors watching HBM shipments, pricing, margins and growing Chinese competition.

21 Sep 2026 11:48 am
India bonds calm as oil dip counters US selloff, RBI sales

Indian government bonds held their ground on Monday, buoyed by a decline in oil prices that helped mitigate domestic supply issues arising from the RBI's bond sales. The Reserve Bank of India is actively draining liquidity through open market operations. As global central banks indicate further tightening to tackle inflation, traders are forecasting a possible repo rate increase from the RBI in October.

21 Sep 2026 11:46 am
US Market: Fed's Kashkari says US inflation still too high despite rate hike

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said US inflation remains too high and is broad-based, extending beyond recent energy price increases, with persistent pressures across services and other parts of the economy. His comments highlight the challenge of bringing inflation back to the Feds 2% target.

21 Sep 2026 11:43 am
Pine Labs shares can rally 30%, says Motilal Oswal after initiating coverage with Buy. Heres why

Pine Labs shares gained after Motilal Oswal initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a Rs 250 target, implying 30% upside. The brokerage sees the merchant commerce platform benefiting from multiple monetisation avenues, with affordability, digital payments and issuing businesses driving growth. DITP is expected to remain its largest revenue contributor.

21 Sep 2026 11:42 am
Global Market: China, Hong Kong stocks rise as investors await Trump-Xi meeting

China and Hong Kong stocks rose on Monday led by technology, healthcare, and property shares. Investors parsed high-level talks between US and Chinese officials in New York ahead of a planned summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed at extending an existing bilateral trade truce.

21 Sep 2026 11:12 am
HEG shares rally 5% after receiving Rs 217.56 crore order from Indus Towers for lithium-ion battery banks

HEG shares rose sharply on Monday after subsidiary Replus Engitech received a Rs 217.56 crore order from Indus Towers for lithium-ion battery banks. The order is to be executed by March 31, 2027. The development comes as HEG progresses with its demerger into separate graphite electrodes and advanced materials businesses.

21 Sep 2026 10:55 am
RIL selloff wipes off Rs 4 lakh crore from market value as shares drop 21% in 2026 so far. Should you buy now?

In 2026, Reliance Industries has seen a sharp decline of twenty-one percent in its share prices, wiping out an impressive four lakh crore rupees from its market worth. Analysts recommend that investors should be wary and avoid the temptation to buy during this dip, as the company is currently grappling with windfall tax implications and rising concerns regarding a Jio listing.

21 Sep 2026 10:53 am
Sensex jumps 400 points, Nifty nears 23,400 as oil prices cool down despite Middle East tensions. What lies ahead?

Indian equities gained in early trade as lower crude prices lifted sentiment, with Sensex rising 0.6% and Nifty 0.2%. Analysts expect volatility to persist amid geopolitical risks, elevated yields and sectoral rotation.

21 Sep 2026 10:50 am
US economy enters higher-rate era as inflation, AI boom persist

The US economy may be entering a prolonged period of higher interest rates as persistent inflation, government borrowing and massive AI infrastructure investment lift demand for capital. Rising Treasury yields are keeping mortgage and other long-term borrowing costs elevated, even as the Federal Reserve weighs its next moves on short-term rates.

21 Sep 2026 10:35 am
JSW Cement shares gain 2% after Motilal Oswal upgrades stock to Buy. Check target price

JSW Cement shares gained nearly 2% after Motilal Oswal upgraded the stock to Buy from Neutral, citing strong volume growth, North India expansion, cost efficiencies and an improving medium-term growth outlook.

21 Sep 2026 10:22 am
Do Rs 10,000 crore IPOs reward investors? Rs 1 lakh crore history has a warning for NSE bulls

India's mega IPOs have yielded varied results for investors, with a notable four out of six trading below their initial issue prices, leading to disappointing returns. The upcoming IPO from NSE could encounter similar hurdles, primarily due to its high valuation and earnings that are closely tied to market volumes. Investors are advised to carefully evaluate valuation metrics and derivative dependencies before participating in this significant offering.

21 Sep 2026 10:11 am
Jindal Supreme IPO allotment likely today: GMP signals 31% listing gain. Heres how to check status

Jindal Supreme IPO allotment is expected today after the issue was subscribed 181.07 times. Here is how investors can check allotment status, GMP, listing expectations, issue details and the companys financial performance.

21 Sep 2026 10:02 am
Lenskart shares drop 3% after 3 crore shares change hands in block deal; Platinum Jasmine likely seller

Lenskart Solutions shares fell over 3% to Rs 683 after a massive block deal worth Rs 2,047 crore saw 3.53 crore shares change hands. Platinum Jasmine is likely the seller offloading a 1.7% stake. Despite today's drop, the stock remains up over 58% in 2026.

21 Sep 2026 10:01 am
Gold prices fall Rs 1,331/10 gram, silver dips Rs 1,600/kg as Mideast tensions outweigh oil fall: Key levels to track

Gold and silver prices snapped a two-day rally on Monday, dropping on the MCX amid escalating US-Iran geopolitical tensions and central bank rate hikes. Gold dropped Rs 1,331 per 10 grams while silver fell Rs 1,600 per kg. Experts share key trading levels and target prices for both precious metals.

21 Sep 2026 9:55 am
Ather Energy among 5 F&O stocks with a sharp rise in futures open interest

Five NSE F&O stocks recorded a rise of more than 5% in futures open interest on September 18 compared with the previous session. Ather Energy, Waaree Energies, KPIT Technologies, Nestle India and LTM saw notable increases in open interest.

21 Sep 2026 9:49 am
US Market: Fed rate path, oil prices and AI concerns to shape Wall Street this week

US investors are set to focus on Federal Reserve rate signals, Middle East tensions, oil prices and Treasury yields this week. Attention will also center on Trump-Xi talks, semiconductor trade and growing AI concerns. Technology stocks remain crucial for broader market momentum, while economic data and Fed officials comments may shape expectations.

21 Sep 2026 9:45 am
Goldman Sachs names 5 power generation stocks that are AI enablers amid soaring demand

Goldman Sachs has unveiled a list of five power generation stocks that are set to drive growth in artificial intelligence sectors. These firms are positioned to meet the soaring demand for data center capabilities and infrastructure. Among the highlighted companies are Adani Green Energy and Tata Power, alongside NTPC Green Energy and ACME Solar, with Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions rounding out the selection.

21 Sep 2026 9:43 am
One97 Communications among 4 stocks closed crossing above VWAP

Four Nifty 200 stocks, including One97 Communications, Supreme Industries, IREDA, and Siemens, closed more than 2% above their Volume-Weighted Average Price on September 18. According to StockEdge data, closing above VWAP indicates that these stocks traded at higher valuations relative to their daily average volume-weighted prices.

21 Sep 2026 9:39 am
Tata Chemicals, Tata Investment Corp shares fall up to 3% as boardroom battle likely to reach court

The dispute between Tata Trusts and Tata Sons over N Chandrasekarans reappointment escalated, with the matter potentially heading to court. Tata Sons recently approved a fresh five-year extension for Chandrasekaran and began preparations for its IPO, triggering sharp moves in group stocks. However, shares fell on Friday after Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata challenged the validity of the appointment, objecting to the manner in which the decision was taken.

21 Sep 2026 9:37 am
Welspun Corp shares rally 5% as firm bags Rs 2,000 crore order from Saudi Aramco; stock up over 230% YTD

Welspun Corp shares are in focus after its associate company EPIC secured a Rs 2,000 crore Saudi Aramco order for steel pipes. The stock has surged 232% in 2026, leading the Nifty 500 this year. Earlier this month, Welspun Corp also signed an MoU with Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc.

21 Sep 2026 9:32 am
Sonaselection India IPO Day 3: Check GMP, subscription status and key details

Sonaselection India IPO entered its final day of bidding after garnering 90% subscription on Day 2. The issue received bids for 90.52 lakh shares against 1 crore shares on offer, with retail investors subscribing 1.29 times their allotted portion. In the grey market, the IPO is commanding a GMP of around 2%, signalling a modest premium over the issue price, though GMP is unofficial and does not guarantee the listing price.

21 Sep 2026 9:30 am
FIIs pull out 6,200 crore from financials but CIOs say banks could be Indias next big largecap trade

Recent trends show foreign investors exiting financial services, leading to notable outflows. In contrast, mutual fund chief investment officers highlight banking as a promising large-cap opportunity, citing appealing valuations and robust fundamentals. Although foreign selling is widespread, sectors like healthcare and construction are attracting investments. Experts confidently assert that the current undervaluation of banking creates a strong case for investment.

21 Sep 2026 9:29 am
SS Retail IPO allotment likely today: GMP signals 35% listing gain; here's how to check status

SS Retail IPO allotment status is likely to be finalised today following a strong 103.30x subscription. Driven by robust retail and institutional interest, the Rs 500 crore issue signals a 35% listing gain with a GMP of Rs 147. Investors can verify share allocation status online via KFintech, BSE, and NSE.

21 Sep 2026 9:22 am
Hero Motors IPO allotment likely today; Check GMP and other key details Heres how to check status online

Hero Motors IPO investors await allotment after the Rs 1,000 crore issue was subscribed 6.6 times. Retail, NII and QIB participation stood at 8.23, 9.86 and 1.49 times, respectively. With no current GMP, the stock may see a flat debut on September 23. Investors can check allotment through KFin Technologies, NSE or BSE.

21 Sep 2026 9:17 am
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Higher US rates could accelerate capital flight from EMs, but India remains better insulated: Rajesh Palviya

Rajesh Palviya, Head of Research at Axis Direct, believes another US rate hike could tighten global financial conditions, strengthen the dollar and accelerate capital outflows from emerging markets.

21 Sep 2026 9:16 am