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Gainers & Losers: Vodafone Idea, ONGC among 7 big stock movers on Wednesday
Domestic markets surged Wednesday as oil fell below $100. Nifty and Sensex rose over 1%, with notable stock-specific movements across sectors in today's session
HDFC Bank shares jump over 3% as report finds no governance concerns post chairman exit
HDFC Bank shares surged over 3% following a Reuters report indicating independent legal reviews found no major governance lapses. This eases investor concerns and clears the path for CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan's reappointment, following the chairman's earlier re…
Bulls back on D-St! Sensex rallies over 900 pts, Nifty rises above 24,300. Here's why
Indian stock markets experienced a significant rebound on Wednesday afternoon, with the Sensex and Nifty surging over 1%. This rally was fueled by a report suggesting the US and Iran are nearing a deal to end their conflict, leading to a sharp drop in oil pri…
Market in consolidation phase, break above 24,600 crucial for trend shift: Gautam Shah
Indian stock markets are seeing a shift. Leadership is narrowing, with energy, PSU, metals, real estate, and pharma sectors poised for growth. The auto sector faces pressure. Broader indices may consolidate. Investors should focus on specific sectors and comp…
ZINZINO AB (PUBL.): PRELIMINARY SALES REPORT APRIL 2026
Zinzino group revenue increased with a total of 21 %, compared with the previous year. GOTHENBURG, Sweden, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The revenue in April for Zinzino's sales markets increased by 22 % and amounted to SEK 300.8 (246.6) million. Faun Pharma's …
SPML Infra bags ₹1,128 crore NTPC battery storage contract, stock jumps 4%
SPML Infra secures ₹1,128 crore battery storage contract from NTPC, boosting stock by 4% and marking a strategic shift.
Markets may be upbeat but that doesn’t mean the Gulf war’s impact is safely behind us
Markets are betting on a quicker recovery from the ravages of war than looks feasible. Traders don’t seem to have priced in how long it’ll take for disruptions—ranging from oil and gas to urea and helium—to be resolved. And it’s the real-world effects that go…
Small & midcaps rally! Wockhardt, Coforge, other stocks surge up to 14%. Do you own any?
Smallcap and midcap stocks surged on Wednesday, outperforming broader market indices with gains of around 1% each. This rally was fueled by strong earnings reports, a fall in oil prices, and renewed market optimism. Key gainers included Coforge, SRF, and Wock…
Coforge surges 8% as strong Q4 margins and analyst upgrades lift sentiment
Coforge shares surge 8% following strong Q4 results and analyst upgrades, with brokerages maintaining Buy ratings.
Coal India among 10 companies offering dividend yield of up to 11%. Check list here
Domestic brokerage firm SBI Securities’ latest Dividend Yield Monitor highlights companies that have consistently rewarded shareholders with strong payouts over the past three years. A dividend yield is a financial ratio that shows how much a company pays out…
Rupee rises 0.2% to 95.07 vs USD tracking Asian peers, forward premiums retreat
Indian rupee gained ground on Wednesday, mirroring a broader Asian rally fueled by hopes of a U.S.-Iran deal, which eased oil prices. This positive sentiment boosted regional equities, offering a respite to the rupee after hitting a record low. Analysts cont…
Why Deepak Shenoy is betting on industrials, defence, and oil and what he's avoiding
Despite gloomy headlines, Deepak Shenoy of Capitalmind MF sees a better ground reality for markets, backed by strong corporate earnings and encouraging bank credit growth. He favors industrials, import substitution, and manufacturing, with defence and semicon…
Nifty hit by $39 billion FII selloff but why is BlackRock's Ben Powell betting big on India
Despite a $39 billion FII selloff, BlackRock's Ben Powell remains overweight on India, citing normalized valuations and strong medium-term economic prospects driven by demographics and reforms. He attributes the foreign exodus to AI fever and the energy crisi…
India Inc promoters pour crores to buy the dip in these 18 stocks. Did you sell too early?
Promoters of Indian companies are investing heavily in their own stocks. This comes after a period of significant selling. At least 18 companies saw promoter purchases in the March quarter. Godrej Properties and Adani Enterprises led these investments. This m…
India Inc to bet over $20.5 billion across key US sectors in major investment push
Indian firms are set to invest more than twenty billion dollars in the United States. This significant investment will span technology, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing sectors. US Ambassador Sergio Gor highlighted these plans, emphasizing the strengthening…
Top Business & Market Headlines Today — BL Morning Report, May 06, 2026
BL Morning Report May 06, 2026: Get today’s top business news, market headlines about the Stock Market, Sensex & Nifty trends, key market insights, economic highlights, and the latest updates from India and global markets.
NSE's profit falls 15% in FY26 as market activity moderates
A cooling derivatives market and a massive ₹1,391-crore provision for Sebi settlements weighed on annual earnings, even as a strong March quarter provided a boost ahead of the exchange's planned IPO.
Bull market or trading illusion? Nithin Kamath says India's stock market data is sending mixed signals
Nithin Kamath cautioned that India’s market rally may not reflect a broad bull run, citing weak cash turnover and negative equity inflows. Growth is driven by SIPs and leveraged trading, raising concerns about speculative activity dominating true investment p…
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday
Indian markets closed lower amid selling in financial, consumer and realty stocks, with Nifty and Sensex declining. Technical indicators signal weak momentum but hint at possible recovery, as global cues remain mixed and select stocks show buying interest des…
NSE announces Rs 35 per share dividend, includes Rs 10 special payout
National Stock Exchange of India announced a Rs 35 dividend for FY26, including a special payout, alongside 8% profit growth and 22% revenue rise. Strong transaction income and EBITDA gains drove performance despite mixed annual income trends.
Nestle India, 4 other stocks hit 52-week highs, rally up to 55% in a month
On Tuesday, the benchmark Sensex fell 252 points to settle at 77,017. Despite broader market weakness, five stocks from the BSE 200 index reached their 52-week highs, hitting their strongest levels over the past year. These milestones are typically seen as bu…
Nifty slips as Rupee hits record low; Hormuz fears keep crude elevated
Nifty 50 ended at 24,032.80, down 86.50 points or 0.36% with as a record-low rupee, surging crude oil prices; Sensex fell 251.61 points or 0.33% to settle at 77,017.79
Retail investors, HNIs shifting from holding direct stocks to mutual funds. Here’s why
Individual investors in India are increasingly shifting from direct stock holdings to mutual funds, with direct ownership hitting a five-year low and MF holdings reaching record highs. Strong SIP inflows and declining FII participation are driving domestic in…
Libas looks beyond ethnic wear, gears up for FY28 IPO
Libas's intent to expand into a multi-brand player comes against a challenging backdrop for apparel retailers, as macro slowdown in the mid-premium category has driven some industry consolidation
CSG Sets the Record Straight in Response to Short Seller Allegations
CSG (AMS: CSG) (the "Company") notes the article published by Hunterbrook Media, whose affiliated investment vehicle Hunterbrook Capital holds a disclosed short position in CSG shares, as well as the Company’s initial response to the article published May 04,…
NTPC peer IPO coming soon? BJP win in Bengal raises hopes of Damodar Valley listing
Damodar Valley Corporation's stock market debut is now more likely. The Bharatiya Janata Party's win in West Bengal has removed a key political obstacle. This development is expected to speed up the initial public offering process. DVC operates in power gener…
Maruti Suzuki shares deliver Rs 1.28 lakh crore shock from January peak. Is the worst behind?
Maruti Suzuki shares have dropped nearly 25% from their January peak, wiping out Rs 1.28 lakh crore in value amid margin and market share concerns. Brokerages remain divided, with near-term pressures persisting but strong sales momentum, healthy order backlog…
FII selling to keep markets nervous; infrastructure best medium-term bet right now: Sunil Subramaniam
Indian stock markets are currently in a complex tug of war. Foreign investors remain cautious due to global inflation concerns. Domestic investors are selectively investing. Infrastructure is identified as a strong medium-term investment theme driven by gover…
IPO investors brace for 83 lock-in expiries worth $55 billion in three months. Do you own any?
IPO investors are bracing for a significant wave of lock-in expiries between May and August, with shares of 83 newly-listed companies valued at $55 billion becoming eligible for trade. This period will see major companies like Lenskart, Groww, and Pine Labs e…
Crude shock, Hormuz fears drag Sensex, Nifty lower at open; ONGC, Adani Ports gain
Sensex opened at 77,103.72 and was at 76,995.51, down 273.89 points (0.35%) at 9:16 am; The Nifty 50 opened at 24,052.60 and fell to 24,017.90, down 101.40 points (0.42%)