The Economic Times

On Tuesday, the Nasdaq Composite surged to a new intraday record high, buoyed by a rebound in technology stocks and declining oil prices that enhanced market confidence. Notably, chipmaker AMD saw its valuation exceed one trillion dollars, lifting semiconductor stocks alongside it. The rally marks a notable recovery for the tech-heavy Nasdaq index, after other major indices hit record highs in August.

InGovern has warned that the Delhi High Courts Fortis Healthcare forensic audit order could set a wider precedent, potentially exposing listed companies to enforcement proceedings over promoters personal liabilities and challenging the established separation between companies and their owners.

Five Adani group firms settled Sebi adjudication proceedings over alleged disclosure and governance lapses flagged in the Hindenburg Report, paying 1.51 crore without admitting or denying violations.

Bitcoin has led a broad crypto market recovery, pushing total digital-asset market capitalisation back above $3 trillion. Strong spot and ETF demand has supported the rebound, although rising open interest and funding point to increasing leverage. The next phase will depend on whether underlying demand can sustain momentum toward the $100,000 mark.

India, which imports roughly 90% of its crude oil needs, is particularly exposed to swings in global oil prices, with elevated oil prices and a weak monsoon raising inflation concerns and expectations of a rate hike next month.

Seven stocks from the BSE 250 Smallcap Index hit fresh 52-week highs despite the Sensex falling 329 points on Tuesday. Engineers India led one-month gains at 24%, followed by Syrma SGS Technology, Welspun Corp, Welspun Living and Acme Solar Holdings.

India has failed to gain meaningful share in global apparel exports despite Chinas declining dominance, holding at around 3% in 2025 while Bangladesh and Vietnam captured much of the China+1 shift. PL Capital says improving trade access and policy support could create fresh opportunities, but fragmented capacity, higher costs and weak integration remain key constraints.

India has emerged as the strongest growth story in the latest WEF survey, with 74% of chief economists expecting strong or very strong growth over the next year. While confidence in India has risen sharply, Chinas outlook has weakened and Europe remains the weakest region, highlighting a widening growth divergence.

Sunil Singhania-led Abakkus Asset Manager has filed its DRHP with SEBI for a 15-million-share OFS IPO. The company reported Rs 796 crore revenue and Rs 327 crore PAT in FY26, alongside strong growth in non-mutual fund assets and PMS.

Traders pointed to media reports stating that Iran had offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key energy artery,if the US eases military pressure and lifts its blockade.

Indian equities ended lower on Tuesday after morning gains faded, with Sensex dropping 330 points and Nifty witnessing a sharp closing-auction swing on expiry day. Broader markets also declined, while IT stocks weakened and realty gained. Market breadth turned negative, with 1,868 NSE stocks declining against 1,679 advancing.

LIC emerged as the largest bidder in NSEs 22,800 crore IPO with 4,500 crore in bids, joined by ICICI Prudential and Quant Mutual Fund. Despite cautious retail participation (1.3x), strong institutional demand (12.7x) drove overall subscription to 5.7x ahead of its September 24 listing on BSE.

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said India could raise up to Rs 2 lakh crore through IPOs, with substantial proceeds flowing directly to companies. He highlighted reforms simplifying market access, rising corporate bond issuance, growing domestic investor participation and measures to deepen capital markets, improve liquidity and expand global investor access.

The National Stock Exchange paid 186 crore to 20 advisory banks for its $2.4 billion IPO. At 0.82% of the total issue, the fee structure remains well below Indias market average, despite the IPO drawing strong institutional demand with a 5.7x overall subscription.

European shares opened largely flat on Tuesday as investors remained cautious over potential US-Iran talks and developments around the Strait of Hormuz. Energy stocks gained 0.4% as oil prices recovered, while retail stocks rose 1.3%, led by Kingfisher. Insurance stocks declined, and investors awaited euro zone consumer confidence data for further economic signals.

Sustained Reserve Bank of India action through bond sales, foreign exchange swaps, and rupee defence has helped more than halve the banking system's liquidity surplus, bankers said.

India's electronics exports to China have seen a significant rise, driven by AI and data center demand. This growth suggests China may source intermediate electronics from India as it moves up the value chain. India's manufacturing capacity is expanding, focusing on components and sub-assemblies for global markets. This emerging two-way electronics supply chain integrates India into China's industrial ecosystem.

Eurozone government bond yields rose on Tuesday as Brent crude rebounded above $100 a barrel amid escalating Middle East tensions. German 10-year yields rose 3 basis points to 3.481%, while French and Italian yields climbed 4 basis points as investors weighed persistent inflation risks.

NSE IPO allotment: The Rs 22,562-crore NSE IPO, which was subscribed 5.71 times overall, is likely to finalise share allotment today. Investors can check their allotment status online through the registrar MUFG Intime, with NSE shares scheduled to list on the BSE on September 24.

Piyush Goyal stated the Indian government understands investor worries over rupee depreciation. He also confirmed that the government shares these concerns, as mentioned on Tuesday. The Indian Rupee was trading at 95.8050 per dollar at 1:00 p.m. IST. Earlier in the trading session, the rupee had reached a peak of 95.66. This indicates ongoing market fluctuations and government attention to the currency's value.

The European Central Bank launched Pontes, a new service connecting its payment infrastructure with blockchain markets for euro settlements. The ECB also plans to invest a portion of its EUR 23 billion own funds in digital securities, while developing a retail digital euro targeted for a 2029 release.

Global diesel markets are facing mounting supply pressures as refinery outages, export curbs and shipping disruptions reduce availability across Europe, the US and Asia. With inventories below seasonal norms and refineries already running at high utilisation rates, further disruptions could leave fuel markets vulnerable to sharper price increases.

Wall Street rallied sharply on Monday, with the Nasdaq gaining over 2% to a record close as easing oil prices and Treasury yields supported sentiment, while chip stocks surged on renewed optimism around AI spending.

Bitcoin has regained momentum after breaking above key resistance levels, supported by stronger spot ETF inflows, institutional demand and a broader risk-on mood. Analysts expect the rally to face resistance near $89,500, while rising futures open interest and elevated leverage could increase volatility if fresh buying fails to keep pace.

Mutual funds added 24 stocks to their portfolios through at least 15 schemes in August 2026, with 11 of these stocks delivering over 25% YTD returns. Welspun Corp and Apar Industries emerged as the top performers, gaining 240% and 126%, respectively.

Amid rising interest rates and fluctuating bond yields, JM Financial has pinpointed nine NBFCs as top stock picks. These picks showcase a diverse performance spectrum, with some stocks dipping while others have enjoyed robust gains over various timeframes. Investors are encouraged to delve into net interest margin dynamics and asset quality trends when making their selection.

India's economy may slow in the second half of fiscal 2027. Tighter financial conditions and higher energy prices will impact economic activity. Broadening inflation pressures could keep monetary policy focused on price stability. High inflows have strengthened foreign exchange reserves and banking system liquidity. Inflation, liquidity, and capital flows are key variables for policymakers.

Tesla shares rose nearly 3% ahead of the Roadster reveal, with investors also tracking Nvidias support for its energy-storage business and the outlook for Optimus and autonomous driving.

UBS has raised its Meesho estimates across NMV, contribution profit and EBITDA, citing stronger seller and buyer growth and improving unit economics. The brokerage expects contribution margins to expand as logistics costs ease and advertising revenue grows. Meeshos ability to sustain user additions, ordering frequency and NMV growth remains central to its outlook.

HDFC Bank shares rose to a nearly seven-week high of Rs 749.30, extending gains to 5% over three sessions, after ET reported that the RBI is weighing Anup Bagchis candidature for the banks CEO and MD post and has sought feedback from IRDAI and ICICI Bank CEO Sandeep Bakhshi.

Bond yields for Indian government securities showed little fluctuation as markets brace for ongoing liquidity withdrawals. Specifically, the yield for the benchmark 2036 bond settled at about 7.05% during early trading on Tuesday. With retail inflation rising to 4.82% in August, expectations mount for a rate hike from the Reserve Bank of India next month.

South Korea's significant pension fund is looking to invest in Indian government bonds, as India strives to enhance foreign capital influx via streamlined registration processes. This initiative enriches funding sources and ensures steady capital inflow, with the fund leveraging a new, simplified compliance pathway for investors, promoting elevated foreign engagement in India's debt market.

Sagarmala Finance Corporation plans its maiden blue bond issuance on September 28. The company aims to raise six billion rupees for maritime sector projects. These funds will support port development and coastal road networks. SBI Capital Markets is arranging the issue, which is rated AA+ by Icra and Care. Investors will submit coupon and commitment bids on Monday.

GST collections show economic activity holding up after the overhaul. Consumers are upgrading to better products and larger screen televisions. Automobile dispatches have remained particularly strong after the tax changes. FMCG companies saw an initial pickup in volumes after the GST changes. Geopolitical events and rising input costs present new challenges.

Rocket Lab shares jumped 8.2% after Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated its Overweight rating and $122 price target. Investors are focusing on the companys upcoming Neutron rocket launch, the planned Iridium acquisition and a record $2.36 billion backlog.

Hindustan Copper shares rose after the company announced a Rs 7,000 crore investment over the next 5-6 years and signed MoUs with major PSUs to expand its mining portfolio, while also partnering with Chiles CODELCO on mining expertise and capacity building.

Embassy Developments shares rallied up to 8% to Rs 63.80 after signing an MoU to sell an entire residential tower at Embassy Terazza in Juhu to Angel One CMD Dinesh Thakkar for Rs 711 crore. Spanning 63,000 sq ft, it is India

Textile stocks rebounded on Tuesday, recovering most of the previous sessions losses after US President Donald Trump signed a Russia sanctions bill into law. Raymond led the gains with a 10% rally, while Pearl Global Industries, Gokaldas Exports, Arvind and Vardhman Textiles also advanced.

Shares of Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Skydance jumped after reports that Paramount and Californias attorney general were in advanced settlement talks that could clear a key hurdle to their proposed merger. If sustained, the gains would add a combined $5.59 billion to the companies market valuations.

Motilal Oswal has initiated coverage on Solar Industries with a Buy rating and a target price of Rs 23,000, citing strong growth prospects across explosives and defence. The brokerage expects revenue and profit to grow at 43% and 34% CAGR, respectively, through FY30.

Chinas yuan climbed to a 3-1/2-year high against the dollar after the central bank set a stronger daily fixing for the 10th straight session. Investors are watching the currencys outlook ahead of the upcoming Xi-Trump meeting and trade discussions.

Pace Digitek shares surged over 13% to Rs 175.37 on Tuesday after its material subsidiary, Lineage Power, bagged a Rs 488.46-crore BESS order from NTPC GE Power Services. The project at the Barh Super Thermal Power Project involves BESS containers, maintenance, and extended warranty through December 2026.

Mainland China and Hong Kong stocks rose on Tuesday, driven by strong gains in artificial intelligence shares following agreements between the US and China to continue talks on AI safety. Investors remain focused on upcoming policy signals from Beijing and President Xi Jinping's scheduled state visit to the US.

Indian equities traded higher as softer crude prices and easing bond yields improved sentiment. Sensex and Nifty extended gains, while broader markets also advanced. Analysts highlighted a possible sectoral shift towards fairly valued largecaps and improving technical momentum.

AceVector Ltd has set its initial public offering price band at Rs 30-32 per share. The company's Rs 420-crore IPO will open for public subscription on September 25. This offering includes a fresh issue and an offer-for-sale by existing shareholders. AceVector operates a digital commerce ecosystem which includes Snapdeal and Unicommerce. The company is scheduled to debut on the stock market on October 5.

Welspun Corp has emerged as the top-performing Nifty 500 stock in 2026 after a 236% rally, overtaking AI infrastructure play HFCL. The sharp gains have been driven by strong investor interest in the companys oil, gas and water transmission business. The key question now is whether the rally can sustain.

The rupee appreciated by thirteen paise against the US dollar during early trading, driven by lower crude oil prices and optimism in the local market. Still, foreign institutional investors were net sellers, offloading equities worth Rs 576.20 crore on Monday. Additionally, the infrastructure sector experienced a slowdown, reaching its lowest output in three months during August.

Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy shares surged nearly 8% on Tuesday to Rs 186.66 after winning domestic and international orders exceeding Rs 985 crore. The orders include a 534.3 MWp solar project in Rajasthan and a 616 MWh energy storage capacity project in South Africa.

Waaree Energies shares rose after securing a 2 GW solar module supply order from a leading domestic solar developer for FY27-FY28. The contracts value remains undisclosed. Despite the order, the stock has declined recently and trades below seven of eight SMAs. FIIs raised their June-quarter stake, while mutual fund holdings fell.

Tata Group stocks are undergoing substantial fluctuations amid an unsettling boardroom conflict as Tata Trusts questions the reappointment of N Chandrasekaran as Chairman. Market analysts advise investors to hone in on the core fundamentals and disregard the temporary corporate commotion. Companies like Tata Steel and Tata Motors are highlighted as sound investment choices, showing promise for long-term growth and accumulation due to their solid performance.