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HCL Tech's gains from Sarvam AI bet hinge on execution and scale-up

Brokerages see strategic benefits from HCL Tech's investment in Sarvam, though long-term returns will depend on the AI firm's ability to scale and execute effectively

Downstream energy players to gain most from West Asia peace prospects

A reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and recovery in West Asian energy supplies could improve margins for oil marketers, gas distributors and LNG importers

Futures traders nudge Sebi to rethink options strike price framework

FIA backed Sebi's proposed framework for options strike prices while seeking safeguards for contracts with open interest and simpler implementation across exchanges

Credit-risk funds catch a break in May after 52 months of outflows

The debt fund category attracted over ₹1,300 crore in April and May combined, ending more than four years of continuous investor withdrawals

Corporate bond issuances may top ₹1 trillion in June as yields soften

A decline in yields, strong investor appetite for high-rated debt and an active issuance pipeline have boosted corporate bond fundraising activity this month

Tax reforms needed to deepen corporate bond market, says CareEdge

CareEdge Ratings said adverse taxation, weak secondary-market liquidity and a narrow investor base continue to constrain the growth of India's corporate bond market

Sebi imposes ₹6.04 crore penalty on NSE over April 2024 technical glitch

The penalty relates to NSE's alleged failure to restore normalcy within stipulated timelines in a stock and delay in submitting the final root cause analysis to Sebi

Stock Market Close: Sensex gains 544 pts, Nifty50 ends at 23,989; realty, consumer durables shine

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Tuesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap ended 0.41 per cent and 0.42 per cent higher, respectively

Petronet LNG shares up 2% as Qatar plans to rapidly restart LNG production

Notably, Qatar had halted LNG production after its facilities were attacked by Iran. India depends on long-term LNG contracts with Qatar for a significant share of its gas needs.

Lloyds Engineering Works soars 14%; stock up 117% from March low

The average trading volumes at the Lloyds Engineering counter jumped 7-fold with a combined 73 million shares representing 5% of total equity of the company changing hands on the NSE and BSE.

Asian markets advance as BOJ raises rates; Nikkei briefly tops 70,000

Early trading in the region followed a familiar pattern, with markets settling into a more measured tone ‌on Gulf developments as the initial excitement over the deal between US-Iran began to fade

Suzlon Energy soars 7%, trades at 7-month high; what's driving stock?

Suzlon Energy quoted higher for the third straight trading day, rallying 11 per cent to ₹59.25, its highest level since November 7, 2025.

GIFT City opens int'l investing route for Zerodha, Angel One, Upstox

The international investing services are likely to launch in the next two to three months after brokers complete technology integration, testing and regulatory approvals

Eternal, Sobha among 11 stocks FIIs cut stake for 8 quarters in a row

Shareholding data shows that FIIs reduced equity holdings in 11 stocks from Nifty 500 in every single quarter after March 2024. List includes PNB Housing Finance, Eternal and Cyient among others.

Devyani International, Sapphire Foods rally up to 9% on merger approval

Devyani International and Sapphire Foods merger will take place through a share-swap mechanism. Under the share swap ratio, 177 shares of DIL will be issued for every 100 shares of Sapphire Foods.

Dr Lal PathLabs soars 11%, hits 52-week high on huge volumes; here's why

Care Ratings expects Dr Lal PathLabs' revenue to grow by 11-12 per cent per annum in the near-to-medium term driven by organic demand growth, its expanding geographical presence and new initiatives.

Vedanta group stocks Day 2: Aluminium, Oil & Gas freeze at 5% lower circuit

Vedanta group newly-listed stocks trade on a mixed note on Day 2; Vedanta Iron & Steel hit 5% upper circuit; Aluminium and Oil & Gas were locked at lower circuits.

Systematix backs Nestle India's rural expansion; recommends 'Hold'

Systematix has maintained a 'Hold' rating on Nestle India, valuing the stock at FY28E P/E of 65x for a target price of ₹1,460.

Sarvam AI deal lifts HCL Tech shares by 3%; Nomura says Buy for 39% upside

HCL Tech is investing $150 million in Sarvam for a 10.46 per cent stake

JM Financial backs PDS margin recovery story, sees 22% upside; stock up 7%

Analysts believe this measured approach, coupled with an improving business mix, should support a more predictable earnings profile over the medium term