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The weeks dominant event remains Wednesdays fresh 52-week low of 669.20, from which the stock has since partially recovered
The stock opened at 1,001, briefly touching a session high of 1,005.35, before retreating sharply to an intraday low of 956, suggesting selling pressure emerged after the initial post-result optimism
Brokerage reactions were mixed; JM Financial maintained an ADD rating on the stock
The rally comes despite the stock being 15% below its 52-week high of 5,970 hit in November 2025
The stock has gained over 139% in the past year and is up 109% year-to-date
Asian Paints standalone revenue rose 14.8% to 8,423.6 crore
The growth was supported by the expansion of its Zudio fashion chain, strong growth in Star grocery revenues and improved operating margins
Stock was trading at 4,790, as of 09:34 a.m. IST, its highest level in two weeks. Benchmark Nifty 50 was up 0.16%
According to forex traders, sustained inflows and an easing of the oil import burden would provide a stronger foundation for rupee appreciation.
At 9.34 am on Friday, December Brent oil futures were at $116.25, up by 1.19%, and December crude oil futures on WTI were at $103.20, up by 1.18%
Spot gold fell 0.6% to $3,997.39/oz by 0255 GMT, and December gold futures slipped 0.6% to $4,007.80. Bullion heads for a second straight monthly decline
The Sensex, which opened at 74,199.69, was trading at 74,164.21, up just 13.17 points or 0.02%; the Nifty 50 opened at 22,964.50 and was quoting at 22,941.70, up 4.95 points or 0.02% at 9.20 am
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The rupee is expected to open flat to marginally higher, per traders, having settled at 95.26 to the dollar on Thursday
Vietnam's 5 per cent broken rice is offered at $470-$480 per metric ton on Thursday, up from $440-$450 a week ago
All eyes will be on Jio Platforms that will declare results later today
NIIT completes $17.6 million Bluewater acquisition; Sagility prepares 12% stake sale; IDBI Bank disinvestment round continues; NBCC hits marquee sale at rising prices; OnMobile expands distribution with Savex; major stock movers across Reliance, Jio Platforms, and more.
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IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack said foreign exchange intervention may be justified during disorderly market conditions, but flexibility remains preferable for India
Strong cloud demand driven partly by artificial intelligence contrasts with slowing online retail and advertising growth, intensifying scrutiny of Amazons investments.
The expanded collaboration will use the Department of Posts extensive network to simplify investor verification and improve access to mutual fund investments.
Copley Fund Research data shows Brazil commanding significant portfolio allocations, even as investors adjust sector exposure amid changing market dynamics.
The chipmaker faces mounting production challenges even as artificial intelligence demand supports its data centre business and longer-term growth ambitions
The court asks why an MP wants to file a public interest petition under Article 32 when she can raise the issue in the Parliament
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India VIX declines over 6% to around 15.14, signalling a meaningful easing in near-term volatility expectations
Paras Defence stock closes at 1,329.70 on NSE, up 2.08% on the day, giving the company a market capitalisation of approximately 10,716 crore
The overseas subsidiary IMPCO Mexico was the standout performer, with revenue up 131 per cent
The real estate developer reported higher collections and sequential profit growth, while pre-sales declined and its upcoming project pipeline remained substantial
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Sensex closed 905.01 pts or 1.24% higher at 74,151.04, and Nifty 50 gained 237.90 pts or 1.05% to 22,936.75 on Thursday as midcap index outperformed and ended at days high. Realty, FMCG and PSU Bank led the sectoral gainers. Only auto and cement dipped.
Renewed attacks on Saudi infrastructure and oil tankers have heightened supply concerns, while elevated freight rates reflect continued pressure across energy markets.
The asset manager also recorded higher operating revenue, while actively managed equity assets and systematic investment plan holdings expanded during the quarter.
At 1:18 pm, BLS Polymers IPO was subscribed 115.52x, led by NIIs, while at 1:21 pm, SFC Environmental Technologies IPO was subscribed 0.91x, with NIIs showing the strongest demand
22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across other cities on October 29
22, 24 carat Gold prices remain steady across metro cities on October 29
The stock opened sharply lower at 222 before recovering to a days high of 232.50.
At the current price, the stock trades at a symbol P/E of 28.30, well below its 52-week high of 2,526 touched on October 28, 2025.
Stock opened at 1,797, hit 1,840 intraday high, with trades worth 778.73 crore and over 42 lakh shares traded by noon
The stock opened at 681.20, dipped to an intraday low of 678.10, and recovered to a high of 686.45 by 11.36 am
On MCX, the yellow metal contract for December delivery traded higher by 102, or 0.07% at 1,43,807 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 811 lots.
State-run banks were spotted offering dollars, most likely on behalf of the RBI, traders said
Spot gold slid 0.7% to $4,037.98 per ounce by 0410 GMT, while US gold futures for December delivery steadied at $4,049.80
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Sensex opens tad higher at 73,268.47, extends gains to 73,388.81 in early session
Brent crude at 9:30 am Thursday: $114.08, down 1.08%; WTI December: $101.40, down 1.34%
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Bihar joining the Oil Palm mission will help achieve the fiscal years target of 1.19 lakh hectares

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