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Nikita Vashisht is a business journalist tracking equity markets for Business Standard. She writes stories based on fundamental analysis of stocks of banking, aviation, FMCG, infrastructure, real estate, and new-age companies. Occasionally, she also writes on investment strategies for mutual fund investors. Nikita holds a degree in journalism, and business management, and is a certified fundamental and technical analyst for stocks and commodities.
Nikita Vashisht is a business journalist tracking equity markets for Business Standard. She writes stories based on fundamental analysis of stocks of banking, aviation, FMCG, infrastructure, real estate, and new-age companies. Occasionally, she also writes on investment strategies for mutual fund investors. Nikita holds a degree in journalism, and business management, and is a certified fundamental and technical analyst for stocks and commodities.
M&M Q4 results analysis: Brokerages stay bullish on M&M amid strong SUV growth and earnings outlook. They see up to 43 per cent upside in M&M share price despite margin pressure, tractor sales' risks
Bank of Baroda Q4FY26 results preview: Profit may remain flat or decline as treasury losses, NIM pressure offset strong loan growth. Check estimates, dividend outlook.
SBI Q4FY26 preview: Profit may fall up to 12% due to weak treasury income. Brokerages share NII, loan growth, NIM and dividend expectations
Stock market crash today: Sensex drops 750 pts, Nifty falls below 24,000 intraday as renewed US-Iran tensions, crude oil above $110, weak rupee, and FII selling drag markets on May 5
Vedanta's five-way demerger is seen reducing debt, improving leverage and unlocking value across businesses, with stronger balance sheet visibility ahead
India Inc's Q4FY26 earnings have largely met expectations, supported by steady demand trends. However, rising commodity prices and geopolitical risks could pressure margins in coming quarters.
Is "Sell in May" relevant for India? Analysts say no as earnings strength, valuations, and April's rally support staying invested despite high crude oil prices and Iran war risks
Waaree Energies shares fell 10.9 per cent after Q4FY26 margin miss. Ebitda margin dropped to 18.6 per cent despite strong revenue and profit growth
Rupee hit a record low of 95.32 vs dollar on Thursday. Going ahead, analysts see further downside with 96-97 levels in focus as oil surge, FII outflows and hawkish US Fed weigh on outlook
Eternal delivered steady Q4 results, with Blinkit and food delivery businesses driving growth. Brokerages have retained a 'Buy' rating with target prices up to ₹400
Brokerages have cut Nifty targets by around 4% per cent since February 28 as Iran war keeps oil prices high, raising inflation, GDP, and earnings concerns for Indian stock markets
UltraTech Cement posts strong Q4FY26 results, but analysts stay cautious due to cost pressures, capacity expansion risks, and sector headwinds
VBL shares rose in trade on Tuesday after the company posted strong Q1CY26 results. Emkay Global, MOFSL, and Elara have raised target prices on margin strength, demand outlook, and expansion plans
Markets are reasonable but not cheap: Kalpen Parekh of DSP Mutual Fund flags risks from geopolitics, flows, and inflation; urges disciplined investing
Goldman Sachs has initiated coverage of Indian metal (steel) stocks as itsees India as the next steel demand driver. It is bullish on Tata Steel, JSW Steel, Shyam Metalics among others
Axis Bank shares fell nearly 5 per cent today even as brokerages raised target prices post Q4 results, citing strong loan growth. They, however, flagged NIM pressure and soft core earnings
Cipla has received the US FDA's approval for generic Ventolin inhaler. Analysts see $100-million sales potential from the drug, which could aid US business outlook
IKS Health shares surged 9.5 per cent after announcing a $557-million TruBridge acquisition. The deal, it said, will boost EPS outlook, add EHR SaaS, and unlock $575-million cross-sell potential
Emkay Global has cut ratings on OMC stocks as rising crude and windfall tax may hit margins. The brokerage sees up to 60% decline in FY27 earnings for HPCL, BPCL, IOCL
Iran war-led energy crisis may boost shift to renewable energy sources. Kotak Institutional Equities sees growth for CGD companies but warns of valuation, margin and demand risks