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​BofA Securities sees Brent crude oil averaging at $72 a barrel in H2CY26

For India, BofA Securities has raised the 2026 GDP (gross domestic product) forecast to 7 per cent from the 6.2 per cent forecasted in April. For 2027, it now pegs the GDP growth at 7 per cent.

Small, midcaps set to steal a march over large-cap peers in H1

Among sectors, the Nifty IT index, the worst performer among sectoral indices, tanked 27.8 per cent in H1CY26 as rising concerns around artificial intelligence (AI)-led disruption spooked investors.

Hynix, Samsung: Why is Chris Wood betting big on these South Korean companies?

While hyperscaler cloud providers face margin pressures, Wood views memory producers as the most leveraged way to play the relentless AI investment cycle.

Fertilisers, FMCG: Markets not overly worried about weak monsoon just yet

According to a recent India Meteorological Department (IMD) release, India recorded 45.6 mm of rainfall by June 20 against the seasonal normal of 84.4 mm, resulting in a 46 per cent shortfall.

Kospi crash, SpaceX fall: Is bull-run in AI-related stocks nearing an end?

While AI as a concept is here to stay, said U R Bhat, co-founder & director, Alphaniti Fintech, it is the valuation of the related companies that's worrisome.

Worst is over for crude oil prices for now: Jim Burkhard, S&P Global Energy

Oil prices will remain volatile, but we expect Brent to move into the $80-$90 range, says Jim Burkhard, vice-president and head of research for oil markets, energy and mobility at S&P Global Energy.

This tech indicator suggests market is at crossroads; what to expect next?

An analysis of Nifty 500 stocks, reveals that nearly 50 per cent of the shares trade on either side of the long-term 200-day moving average; thus suggesting that the market is at crossroads currently.

Large, marquee IPOs do not guarantee an instant jackpot for investors

Retail investors, said G Chokkalingam, founder and head of research at Equinomics Research, must look at company's valuation relative to listed peers, outlook for the sector before investing.

Marc Faber sees 20% fall in Indian markets, prefers to stay in cash

Marc Faber, editor and publisher of 'The Gloom, Boom & Doom Report', says that his advice is to stay in cash and bonds for now

From Nomura to Emkay: Brokerages decode RIL 49th AGM fine print

RIL stock will re-rate on a continuous basis as key milestones of transition are achieved, starting with the JIO IPO and subsequently the commissioning of 10 GW integrated solar project, analysts said

Patent expiry: A $5 bn opportunity for Indian pharma majors, says report

Lupin, Intas Pharmaceuticals, Sun Pharma, MSN Laboratories, Natco Pharma, Zydus Life Sciences and Dr Reddy's Laboratories are some of the companies, the note said, that could potentially benefit.

Accenture impact: Nifty IT index cracks 6%; TCS, Infy, TechM plunge up to 8%

Indian IT stocks fell on Friday as Accenture narrowed its annual revenue growth forecast and issued weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter guidance, despite steady quarterly earnings.

Hindalco, Coal India: UBS turns selectively bullish on Indian metal sector

Aluminium remains is UBS' preferred sub-sector, that offers a mix of earnings growth (cyclical tailwinds), valuation support, and potential to deleverage.

Jio IPO details, data centre strategy: Expectations from RIL's 49th AGM

RIL's annual report, according to CLSA, highlights the company's ambition to leverage AI offerings, plans to expand data centre capacity, along with progress in new energy.

Tata Motors PV stock crashes 10% intra-day; sharpest intraday fall since Oct'25

However, the stock erased some losses by close and ended 8.2 per cent lower at ₹361.50 on the BSE. In comparison, the BSE Sensex closed 0.45 per cent higher at 77,155.62 levels.

OMCs to infra: Analysts pick sectors likely to gain from US-Iran peace deal

Among sectors, Bernstein expects oil marketing companies (OMCs) will likely stand to benefit from reduced crude oil prices that dropped around 4 per cent on Monday to $83 a barrel (bbl)

West Asia war: Bet on smallcaps, not Nifty to make money, says Shankar Sharma

In fact, a relief rally due to West Asia conflict resolution could provide foreign investors with another opportunity to reduce their exposure to India, Sharma said.

Should you sell in the market rally today? What analysts suggest

While the global setup has turned positive, analysts suggest investors remain watchful of profit booking at higher levels after the recent volatility.

Can crude oil prices dip to $70 if US, Iran sign peace deal? Analysts said this

As per Fitch Ratings' estimates, Brent crude oil is likely to average $100-110/bbl in May-July, before falling to $80/bbl in August, and to about $70/bbl from September.

Indian markets love FIFA World Cup, shows data. Will 2026 be different?

The only exception has been 1998 (CY98) when the BSE Sensex slipped 16.5 per cent as market sentiment was dented due to Pokhran nuclear tests in May and the ensuing economic and trade sanctions.