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Mcap of 5 most valued firms erodes by ₹1 trn, TCS takes biggest hit

While Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, SBI, TCS faced erosion from their valuation, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, LIC and Hindustan Unilever were the winners

Mcap of 5 most valued firms erodes by ₹1 trn, TCS takes biggest hit
Updated On : 16 Aug 2026 | 11:31 AM IST

FPIs pour ₹16,621 crore into Indian equities in first half of August

The inflow follows a ₹20,200-crore investment in July, marking a sharp turnaround after four consecutive months of heavy selling by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs)

FPIs pour ₹16,621 crore into Indian equities in first half of August
Updated On : 16 Aug 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

Geopolitical developments, crude prices likely to move markets this week

With the quarterly earnings season now over, investors would also monitor the trading activity of foreign investors, experts added

Geopolitical developments, crude prices likely to move markets this week
Updated On : 16 Aug 2026 | 10:16 AM IST

Online forum Reddit to join closely-tracked S&P 500 index next week

Inclusion in the benchmark index is expected to boost Reddit's visibility and attract investments from mutual funds and ETFs that track or benchmark the S&P 500

Online forum Reddit to join closely-tracked S&P 500 index next week
Updated On : 15 Aug 2026 | 10:36 AM IST

Rallies and reversals since 1991: The lessons for Indian investors

Avoid leverage, respect valuations and let earnings, cash flows and balance sheet strength, not narratives, guide investment decisions

Rallies and reversals since 1991: The lessons for Indian investors
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Margin pressure may trigger earnings downgrades for Siemens in FY27

Siemens' Q1FY27 revenue met estimates, but commodity inflation, currency fluctuations and elevated input costs weighed on margins and profitability across segments

Margin pressure may trigger earnings downgrades for Siemens in FY27
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 10:56 PM IST

Nifty closing gap narrows two weeks after CAS rollout, Sensex stays higher

The difference between the Nifty's level at the start of the closing auction and its final close has narrowed, while the corresponding gap in the Sensex remains marginally higher

Nifty closing gap narrows two weeks after CAS rollout, Sensex stays higher
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 10:54 PM IST

Sebi moots digital KYC for NRIs, overseas citizens and foreigners

Regulator seeks to ease onboarding in FATF-compliant countries via remote verification

Sebi moots digital KYC for NRIs, overseas citizens and foreigners
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

Margin pressures at Tata Motors PV may offset strong India demand outlook

Strong domestic volume growth and new launches support Tata Motors PV's outlook, but raw material inflation and headwinds at JLR could keep near-term margins under pressure

Margin pressures at Tata Motors PV may offset strong India demand outlook
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 9:56 PM IST

Limited supply, strong demand drive down long-tenor bond yields in FY27

NaBFID's ₹3,000 crore issue gets 2.8x bids on Friday

Limited supply, strong demand drive down long-tenor bond yields in FY27
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 7:05 PM IST

Sebi allows online bond platforms to offer GIFT-IFSC-regulated bonds

Sebi has allowed online bond platforms to offer GIFT-IFSC-regulated securities, expanding their product range while mandating clear overseas labelling and regulatory compliance

Sebi allows online bond platforms to offer GIFT-IFSC-regulated bonds
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 6:09 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex sheds 71 pts; Nifty settles at 24,366; Consumer Durables shares shine

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Friday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap ended 0.53 per cent and 0.69 per cent down, respectively

Stock Market Close: Sensex sheds 71 pts; Nifty settles at 24,366; Consumer Durables shares shine
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 3:47 PM IST

Fujiyama Power Systems hits record high, stock zooms 153% from March low

Fujiyama Power Systems (UTL Solar) share price hit a new high of ₹431.25, soaring 5% on the BSE in Friday's intra-day trade after it reported strong a operational performance in Q1FY27.

Fujiyama Power Systems hits record high, stock zooms 153% from March low
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 2:54 PM IST

Welspun Living jumps 12% as Q1 profit rose 83%; MOFSL flags volume recovery

Welspun Living's net profit rose 83.59 per cent to ₹160.73 crore in the quarter ended June 2026 as against ₹87.55 crore during the previous quarter ended June 2025.

Welspun Living jumps 12% as Q1 profit rose 83%; MOFSL flags volume recovery
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

Consumer durable stocks in demand: LG India, Bata, Voltas rally up to 10%

In the past three months, the Nifty Consumer Durable index surged 15 per cent, against a 2.7 per cent rise in the Nifty 50.

Consumer durable stocks in demand: LG India, Bata, Voltas rally up to 10%
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Galaxy Surfactants shares hit 20% upper circuit as profit doubles in Q1

So far this year, Galaxy Surfactants' stock has gained 23 per cent as against an 8.61 per cent decline in the barometer Sensex.

Galaxy Surfactants shares hit 20% upper circuit as profit doubles in Q1
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Oil may hit $100 by mid-Sept as US-Iran standoff persists: Mirae Asset

Mirae Asset Sharekhan said that in the absence of any resolution between the US and Iran, each passing week would see floor prices increasing for global oil prices.

Oil may hit $100 by mid-Sept as US-Iran standoff persists: Mirae Asset
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 1:43 PM IST

Gold may consolidate after sharp rally; resistance at $4,500: Mirae Asset

Mirae Asset expects gold to find good support in the dips. After a brief consolidation, it is expected to test resistance at $4,500. Support is at $4,300/$4,200-$4,220.

Gold may consolidate after sharp rally; resistance at $4,500: Mirae Asset
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 1:07 PM IST

Oberoi Realty, 360 One, ICICI AMC: Midcaps at inflection point; what next?

Om Mehra, Technical Research Analyst at SAMCO Securities anticipates potential upside in Oberoi Realty, ICICI Prudential AMC and 360 One Wam stocks; flags key support levels to watch out for.

Oberoi Realty, 360 One, ICICI AMC: Midcaps at inflection point; what next?
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 12:54 PM IST

ZEEL shares jump 8% as SAT stays Sebi order, allows fundraise from promoter

Zee had sought permission to proceed with its proposed ₹3,143 crore preferential warrant issue and a relaxation in the 14-day window for completing the process.

ZEEL shares jump 8% as SAT stays Sebi order, allows fundraise from promoter
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 12:47 PM IST