 "Kumar Gaurav")
Kumar Gaurav
Kumar Gaurav
Kumar Gaurav is a chronicler of the modern financial realm, where fortunes are built, challenged, and reshaped with every market turn. He follows the ceaseless contest between bulls and bears, tracking the forces that move equities, IPOs, cryptocurrencies, and the regulatory landscapes that govern them. With a keen eye for detail and a storyteller’s instinct, Gaurav transforms complex financial developments into clear, insightful narratives that help readers understand the currents driving markets and the economy. A graduate of the Delhi School of Journalism at the University of Delhi, where he earned his Master’s degree in Journalism, he has honed his craft through his work with ET Now, and Financial Express, covering both primary and secondary markets. His pursuit remains simple: to decode the language of finance and make the world of markets accessible to those who seek to understand it.
Kumar Gaurav is a chronicler of the modern financial realm, where fortunes are built, challenged, and reshaped with every market turn. He follows the ceaseless contest between bulls and bears, tracking the forces that move equities, IPOs, cryptocurrencies, and the regulatory landscapes that govern them. With a keen eye for detail and a storyteller’s instinct, Gaurav transforms complex financial developments into clear, insightful narratives that help readers understand the currents driving markets and the economy. A graduate of the Delhi School of Journalism at the University of Delhi, where he earned his Master’s degree in Journalism, he has honed his craft through his work with ET Now, and Financial Express, covering both primary and secondary markets. His pursuit remains simple: to decode the language of finance and make the world of markets accessible to those who seek to understand it.
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Brokerages at odds over Flipkart-backed Shadowfax Technologies IPO; apply?
The ₹1,907 crore IPO comprises a fresh issue of 80.6 million equity shares worth ₹1,000 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 73.2 million equity shares worth up to ₹907.27 crore
 "Brokerages at odds over Flipkart-backed Shadowfax Technologies IPO; apply?")
360 One WAM rises 7% on Q3 results; is it still a smart buy for investors?
Brokerages remain upbeat on the wealth and asset management company. Analysts at Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFSL) and JM Financial have both reaffirmed their Buy ratings on 360 ONE WAM shares
 "360 One WAM rises 7% on Q3 results; is it still a smart buy for investors?")
Analysts continue to back HDFC AMC after strong Q3; expect steady growth
Despite some near-term challenges expected due to the Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi) new TER guidelines, analysts believe HDFC AMC remains well-positioned for sustained growth
 "Analysts continue to back HDFC AMC after strong Q3; expect steady growth")
Gig delivery partners may disrupt operations, warns Shadowfax in UDRHP
Shadowfax relies heavily on its crowdsourced network of over 2 lakh delivery partners, none of whom are tied by exclusive contracts, revealed the UDRHP
 "Gig delivery partners may disrupt operations, warns Shadowfax in UDRHP")
Sensex falls 715 pts; Nifty below 25,500: Why are markets falling today?
The benchmark BSE Sensex declined as much as 715 points, or 0.85 per cent, to hit an intraday low of 82,861, while the NSE Nifty50 shed 210 points, or 0.81 per cent, to touch 25,683 on Monday
 "Sensex falls 715 pts; Nifty below 25,500: Why are markets falling today?")
Signatureglobal share price falls 7% on Q3 update; is it good time to buy?
The overall market environment, Signatureglobal (India) said, has turned softer and that has impacted the company
 "Signatureglobal share price falls 7% on Q3 update; is it good time to buy?")
JM Financial pegs 9.8% YoY rise in Nifty50 PAT in Q3FY26; check top drivers
The growth, according to analysts Venkatesh Balasubramaniam, Shanay Mehta and Shalin Choksy, will be led by IT services, automobiles, metals & mining, telecom and industrials
 "JM Financial pegs 9.8% YoY rise in Nifty50 PAT in Q3FY26; check top drivers")
Sugar Industry headed for crisis, warns Elara Capital; flags policy holdup
The sugar-ethanol sector, Elara said, is once again losing luster, adding that without policy interventions, the industry may be staring at another crisis
 "Sugar Industry headed for crisis, warns Elara Capital; flags policy holdup")
Indian CRDMO market to outpace APAC; HDFC Sec starts coverage on top firms
While HDFC Securities has assigned a 'Buy' rating to Divi's Labs, Sai Life Sciences, and Piramal Pharma, it has given an 'Add' rating to Anthem BioSciences and a 'Reduce' rating to Laurus Labs
 "Indian CRDMO market to outpace APAC; HDFC Sec starts coverage on top firms")
Navin Fluorine "firing up all cylinders," says HDFC Sec; retains 'Buy' call
Over the next three years, analysts expect the company's EPS to grow at a CAGR of 23 per cent, from ₹104 to ₹195
 "Navin Fluorine \"firing up all cylinders,\" says HDFC Sec; retains 'Buy' call")
Bharat Coking Coal IPO gets thumbs up from brokerages; GMP buzz holds firm
Brokerages, including SBI Securities and Canara Bank Securities, have recommended that investors subscribe to the issue
 "Bharat Coking Coal IPO gets thumbs up from brokerages; GMP buzz holds firm")
Buy Tenneco Clean Air India, says JM Financial; flags top growth drivers
The growth, they said, will be driven by higher cost per vehicle (CPV) amid upcoming emission norms, a shift towards premium offerings, deeper market penetration, and a rising contribution from export
Bajel Projects set for growth, says Antique; starts coverage with 'Buy'
With improving execution discipline, stronger order inflows, and an international scale-up, analysts believe the company is well-placed for a profitability-led growth trajectory
InCred Equities backs Camlin Fine Sciences; bets on vanillin-driven growth
The brokerage highlighted the strength of CFSL's blend portfolio and its Vinpai acquisition, both of which are expected to drive strong margins, create entry barriers, &unlock solid revenue potential
 "InCred Equities backs Camlin Fine Sciences; bets on vanillin-driven growth")
Strong Q3FY26 presales drive bullish call for Lodha Developers from Nomura
Lodha Developers, Nomura said, has maintained its FY26E presales guidance of ₹21,000 crore, implying a Q4FY26F presales target of ₹6,500 crore (up 35 per cent Y-o-Y)
JM Financial sees steady growth in financials; favours select bank stocks
Among its top stock picks, JM Financial continues to back large lenders, including State Bank of India (SBI), ICICI Bank, Bank of Baroda (BoB), and Axis Bank
Trent shares fall 8% on Q3 update; is it good time to buy Tata Group stock?
Trent share price declined 8 per cent following the Q3 business update. Here's what analysts recommend for investors
 "Trent shares fall 8% on Q3 update; is it good time to buy Tata Group stock?")
Nifty IT index declines 2.5% as sector braces for subdued Q3 growth
IT companies are projected to report subdued growth in the third quarter of FY26, as ongoing pressure on discretionary spending continues to impact the sector
 "Nifty IT index declines 2.5% as sector braces for subdued Q3 growth")
Elara sees slower re-rating for mid-tier banks, favours large pvt lenders
While the consensus outlook for FY27 remains positive for the sector, Elara believes that a stronger liability franchise will be key, with risk-reward ratio more favorable for frontline private banks
 "Elara sees slower re-rating for mid-tier banks, favours large pvt lenders")
Crypto in 2026: Analysts predict stability and growth amid regulatory shift
With clearer regulations and growing institutional involvement, analysts believe, the crypto landscape is poised for transformation in the year ahead.
 "Crypto in 2026: Analysts predict stability and growth amid regulatory shift")