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Multiple triggers in MFI space may be offset by near-term headwinds

Improving asset quality and disbursement trends support outlook, but risks from Bihar legislation, geopolitics, and climate factors may weigh on growth

Multiple triggers in MFI space may be offset by near-term headwinds
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 9:01 PM IST

Over 100 stock brokers settle Sebi case on misleading algo returns claims

Brokers including Zerodha and Angel One pay ₹1 lakh each to settle case over links with algo platforms that claimed guaranteed or consistent returns

Over 100 stock brokers settle Sebi case on misleading algo returns claims
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 8:18 PM IST

Securities Appellate Tribunal grants partial relief to Computech Sharecap

Tribunal modifies Sebi order, restrains firm from onboarding new clients for one year instead of cancelling registration over compliance lapses

Securities Appellate Tribunal grants partial relief to Computech Sharecap
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 8:16 PM IST

Indices rise for third day as easing oil volatility lifts sentiment

Sensex and Nifty extend gains for a third session on easing crude volatility and bargain buying, though geopolitical tensions and inflation risks continue to cap upside

Indices rise for third day as easing oil volatility lifts sentiment
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 7:50 PM IST

Aviation stocks in turbulence? Analysts warn of more pain, advise caution

Aviation stocks: IndiGo and SpiceJet face pressure from high oil prices, DGCA free-seat rule, and West Asia tensions. Analysts advise caution despite up to 55 per cent drop in stock price in 2026

Aviation stocks in turbulence? Analysts warn of more pain, advise caution
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 7:33 PM IST

IT stocks rebound 2.8% as brokerages downplay AI disruption fears

Nifty IT index snaps six-day losing streak as brokerages cite stable demand, limited pricing pressure and resilient outlook despite concerns over generative AI

IT stocks rebound 2.8% as brokerages downplay AI disruption fears
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 7:29 PM IST

Powerica sets IPO price band at ₹375-395: Check dates, lot size, objective

Powerica aims to raise ₹1,100 crore through a combination of fresh issue of 17.7 million shares worth up to ₹700 crore and an OFS of 10.1 million shares worth up to ₹400 crore

Powerica sets IPO price band at ₹375-395: Check dates, lot size, objective
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 5:56 PM IST

Rupee hits record low at 92.63 as oil prices surge, capital outflows rise

The rupee closed at 92.63 per dollar, eclipsing its previous lifetime low of 92.4750 hit last week

Rupee hits record low at 92.63 as oil prices surge, capital outflows rise
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex surges 630 pts, Nifty tops 23,700; Oil holds $100-mark; Fed outcome eyed

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Wednesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap indices ended 1.94 per cent and 0.170 per cent higher, respectively

Stock Market Close: Sensex surges 630 pts, Nifty tops 23,700; Oil holds $100-mark; Fed outcome eyed
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 3:42 PM IST

Waaree, Premier Energies soar up to 12%, trade at 3-mth high on huge volume

In the past seven trading days, the stock price of Waaree Energies has appreciated by 24 per cent.

Waaree, Premier Energies soar up to 12%, trade at 3-mth high on huge volume
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 2:50 PM IST

₹7 trn gain: Sensex zooms 900 pts, Nifty tops 23,800; Key factors here

Stock market rising today: Sensex and Nifty 50 rallied more than 1 per cent today, building on gains of the past two trading sessions, amid a firm trend in global markets

₹7 trn gain: Sensex zooms 900 pts, Nifty tops 23,800; Key factors here
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 2:48 PM IST

Geojit upgrades Prestige Estates to Buy on solid pre-sales; sees 28% upside

Prestige Estates Projects (PEPL) is one of the leading real estate developers in India in terms of booking value

Geojit upgrades Prestige Estates to Buy on solid pre-sales; sees 28% upside
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

Adani group stocks in focus amid ₹2-trn annual capex plan; long-term buys?

Kunal Kamble, technical analyst at Bonanza expects Adani Power to test ₹200 on the upside in the long-term, and Adani Energy Solutions to test ₹1,400 levels.

Adani group stocks in focus amid ₹2-trn annual capex plan; long-term buys?
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 2:35 PM IST

Time to buy? Harini Dedhia decodes gap between stock prices & actual value

If you are an investor who believes that buying equity is being a part-owner in a business, this fall in prices demands that you look beyond the prevailing narrative

Time to buy? Harini Dedhia decodes gap between stock prices & actual value
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 2:09 PM IST

Nifty IT snaps six-day losing streak, up 4%; Coforge, Persistent lead gains

Nifty IT index: Today's rebound in IT stocks followed a sharp decline over the past six sessions, during which the index had lost 4.6 per cent

Nifty IT snaps six-day losing streak, up 4%; Coforge, Persistent lead gains
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 2:08 PM IST

Analyst sees Brent in $95-110 band; Bab-el-Mandeb risk may trigger $130/bbl

Three weeks into the most consequential energy shock since the 1973 Arab oil embargo, the full weight of what the Middle East war means for Asia is only beginning to crystallise

Analyst sees Brent in $95-110 band; Bab-el-Mandeb risk may trigger $130/bbl
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 1:43 PM IST

Sebi levies ₹2.8 cr fine on 18 entities; debars for 5 yrs in RGRL case

Sebi has directed 15 of these entities to disgorge the total unlawful gains worth ₹2.94 crore, along with 12% interest per annum from December 31, 2021

Sebi levies ₹2.8 cr fine on 18 entities; debars for 5 yrs in RGRL case
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

Nifty Capital Market index jumps 2%; Angel One, MOFSL, KFin zoom up to 9%

However, at current levels, MOFSL, CDSL, KFIN Technologies, Nuvama Wealth Management, CAMS and Angel One quote up to 26 to 36 per cent lower when compared to their respective 52-week highs.

Nifty Capital Market index jumps 2%; Angel One, MOFSL, KFin zoom up to 9%
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 1:17 PM IST

Resolution plan: Why Jaiprakash Power is soaring while JAL shares slip?

The NCLT, Allahabad Bench, orally approved the resolution plan submitted by Adani Enterprises for JAL under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, according to exchange filings

Resolution plan: Why Jaiprakash Power is soaring while JAL shares slip?
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 12:57 PM IST

PVR Inox gains ahead of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' release; analysts upbeat

'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' is expected to surpass the box office performance of its predecessor, according to PL Capital, as the film gears up for release on Thursday

PVR Inox gains ahead of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' release; analysts upbeat
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 12:36 PM IST