Equity Markets

PMI data, US-India trade progress likely to steer markets this week

Domestic PMI data, US Federal Reserve meeting minutes and the progress on India-US trade deal negotiations are likely to influence movement in the equity market in the week ahead, according to analysts. Market direction in the next week will hinge on macro triggers such as domestic PMI data, Federal Reserve meeting minutes and the progress on India-US trade deal negotiations, analysts said. Moreover, the trading activity of foreign investors would also influence the equity market trends. "Looking ahead, market direction will hinge on key macro triggers such as India's PMI data, US jobless claims, FOMC minutes and progress on US-India trade negotiations. "A prudent approach would be to focus on sectors with strong fundamentals, clear earnings visibility, and structural tailwinds -- positioning portfolios for potential upgrades in H2FY26," Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Ltd, said. Last week, the BSE Sensex surged 1,346.5 points, or 1.62 per cent, while the NSE Nift

Individual investors' share in equity options at 17-year high, shows data

They accounted for 39.1 per cent of the premium paid to trade equity options in September 2025, shows the National Stock Exchange (NSE) data on category-wise turnover,

NFO alert! SAMCO Mutual Fund launches small cap fund: Who should invest?

SAMCO Small Cap Fund is benchmarked against the Nifty Small cap 250 Total Returns Index

BS BFSI Summit: Stock-picking, patience key as market turns bottom-up

At Business Standard's BFSI Summit, fund managers said equity investors must focus on fundamentals and long-term discipline as markets adjust after years of post-pandemic exuberance

US-China thaw, US Federal Reserve rate cut hope lift stock markets

Benchmarks advance 0.7% each; market value climbs Rs 3 trillion as investors cheer signs of a US-China pact and possible Federal Reserve rate easing

Sebi cracks down on front-running trades, bars 13 entities from markets

Sebi has barred 13 individuals and entities from the securities market for 1-3 years for front-running trades using non-public information, generating unlawful gains of over ₹2 crore

Samvat 2082 gets off to quiet but positive start; Sensex, Nifty end flat

But log fresh 1-year highs in muhurat session

More than 60% of top BSE 500 stocks trading 20% below their peaks

More than 300 BSE 500 stocks are 20% or more below peaks as an earnings slowdown and US trade tariffs weigh, even as Sensex and BSE 500 trade near record highs

Jio BlackRock Mutual Fund targets consistency as it enters active arena

Jio BlackRock enters active equity space with FlexiCap Fund, leveraging BlackRock's SAE approach and offering a low 0.5% expense ratio via direct channels

See limited downside for markets from current levels, says Kunal Vora

Despite weak high-frequency data, Vora says tax cuts, strong domestic flows, and easing valuations support markets, with Nifty earnings less vulnerable to US tariffs

27 issuers and one mega deal: 2025 QIP issuances tell a split story

SBI's ₹25K crore fundraise hides a stark contrast - most companies trail last year's pace

Markets log best week in 2 months as GST revamp boosts growth hopes

Benchmark indices end the week higher, posting their best gains in over two months, with optimism from GST reforms on everyday goods

Flows favour equities, returns chase gold and silver. Where to invest?

International silver prices could climb toward $50 per ounce, translating into a 20-25 per cent rise in MCX silver prices to around ₹1,50,000 per kg

Markets underestimating turn in growth cycle, says Morgan Stanley

The US-headquartered firm sees a compelling case for a re-rating, driven by India's increasing share in global output, stable fiscal and monetary frameworks

Aurobindo, SBI Life, Eternal among top rollovers; 8 stocks to exit F&O

Aditya Birla Fashion, Adani Total Gas, CESC, Granules India, IRB Infrastructure, Jindal Stainless, Poonawala Fincorp and SJVN are the eight stocks to exit derivatives segment post August expiry.

There's ample room for new entrants in equity exchange: NCDEX MD & CEO

With a strong rural connect, cutting-edge risk management systems, and a clear growth vision, the exchange sees vast untapped potential beyond India's metros, says Arun Raste

SIPs in equity mutual funds deliver steady gains despite market wobbles

Majority of diversified equity schemes deliver over 5% SIP return in 1 year even as market falters

Market rally ends as Sensex, Nifty fall on FPI selloff, weak earnings

The rally came to an abrupt halt due to lackluster corporate earnings, persistent selling by foreign investors, and renewed uncertainty surrounding US trade negotiations

Listed private life insurers see moderation in Ulip business in Q1

Private sector life insurers, including SBI Life, ICICI Prudential Life, and HDFC Life, see a moderation in ULIP business growth in Q1 FY26

One scheme no longer fits all: Sebi plans split routine as funds bulk up 7x

Watchdog flexes clone-and-cap fix as AUM bloat strains category limits