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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.

Reliance up marginally ahead of AGM; Motilal Oswal reiterates 'Buy' rating

Ahead of 49th RIL AGM: RIL stock was up 0.3 per cent in early deals on Friday, even as benchmark indices declined around 1 per cent each amid IT-led sell-off.

Radico Khaitan, United Spirits rise up to 5%; what's driving liquor stocks?

As per the India-UK FTA, New Delhi will be reducing duty on UK whisky and gin from 150 per cent to 75 per cent and further to 40 per cent in the tenth year of the deal.

Nifty India Defence index hits new high; 4 stocks up over 100% since April

Since April, the Nifty India Defence index has zoomed 33 per cent, as against 8 per cent rally in the Nifty 50.

IT shares trade weak; Infy, TCS, HCL Tech, Wipro slip up to 2%; here's why

Fed decision, weak US cues: At 10:18 AM on Thursday, the Nifty IT index was the top sectoral loser, down 1 per cent, as against a 0.10 per cent rise in the Nifty 50.

JM Financial backs Shyam Metalics FY31 outlook; retains 'Buy'; stock up 4%

At the current market price, JM Financial sees an upside of 11.57 per cent and has set a target price of ₹1,100 apiece

Stock alert: Gokaldas, Indo Count, Himatsingka, Kitex rally up to 6%

Textile stocks in focus: The British High commissioner cleared the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, and will come into force from July 15, 2026, say reports.

HFCL jumps over 4%, nears 52-week high on winning ₹2,666 cr RVNL contract

HFCL wins additional ₹2,666 crore work order from RVNL for BharatNet project; the stock has surged 193 per cent thus far in FY27.

Wire & Cable stocks: Polycab, RR Kabel, KEI hit new highs; gain up to 5%

In the past six months, the market price of RR Kabel zoomed 60%, while Polycab India and KEI soared 41% and 38%, respectively, as against a 9% decline in the BSE Sensex.

Volume buzzers: Yes Bank rallies 7%, hits 52-week high; IDBI Bank soars 12%

Share price of IDBI Bank moved higher by 12 per cent to ₹86.25 on the back of over three-fold jump in trading volume on Wednesday.

Defence shares in demand; MTAR, Astra Microwave, Paras rally up to 7%

At 12:24 PM on Wednesday, the Nifty India Defence index was the top gainer among thematic indices up 2.8 per cent as against a 0.3 per cent rise in the Nifty 50.

Trent share price soars 5%, rebounds 40% from 52-week low; here's why

Analysts believe Trent's strong execution capabilities, tie-up with suppliers across India and better mix will help witness a faster recovery in profitability in the medium to long run.

Lodha Developers, Oberoi Realty fall up to 4%; why are realty stocks down?

At 09:36 AM on Wednesday, the Nifty Realty index was the top sectoral loser, down nearly 1 per cent, as compared to 0.2 per cent rise in the Nifty 50.

DOMS Industries shares fall 5% on block deal news; should you buy on dips?

On the technical front, the stock has been under pressure after touching an all-time high of ₹3,115 in December 2024, entering a corrective phase thereafter

Vivo JV approval buzz lifts Dixon Technologies share price 5%

Today's rally was buoyed by a report that the government is likely to clear Dixon-Vivo JV this month, which will reduce the risk exposure of the Chinese mobile company to India.

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.

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.

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