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Purple Style Labs IPO: Analysts see risk reward unfavourable; bid or skip?
Analysts have shared negative views on Purple Style Labs, saying "risk reward remains unfavourable".
 "Purple Style Labs IPO: Analysts see risk reward unfavourable; bid or skip?")
From market risks to why SIFs have an edge over MFs: Arihant Jain decodes it all
From market risks to the growing popularity of Specialized Investment Funds (SIFs), Arihant Jain breaks down what investors need to know—and why SIFs could have an edge over traditional mutual funds.
 "From market risks to why SIFs have an edge over MFs: Arihant Jain decodes it all")
MSCI rejig: Laurus, Lenskart among 4 stocks set for $1.5 bn inflows
The MSCI Standard Index will see four additions, Adani Energy Solutions, Billionbrains Garage Ventures, Laurus Labs, and Lenskart Solutions.
 "MSCI rejig: Laurus, Lenskart among 4 stocks set for $1.5 bn inflows")
Nifty IT tanks 2%; Infosys, Wipro top losers: What's behind the weakness?
So far this month, the IT index remains unchanged. In July, it recorded its best gain in six months following a 17 per cent rise.
 "Nifty IT tanks 2%; Infosys, Wipro top losers: What's behind the weakness?")
Ather Energy rallies 14% in 2 days; what's driving stock to record highs?
In the past six months, Ather Energy's market price zoomed 136% and it skyrocketed 297% from its 52-week low of ₹422 touched on August 29, 2025.
 "Ather Energy rallies 14% in 2 days; what's driving stock to record highs?")
Ashoka Buildcon shares rally 13% on bagging ₹602-crore order from RVNL
Despite today's sharp rise, Ashoka Buildcon's share price remains 40 per cent below its 52-week high of ₹214.35 scaled in November last year.
 "Ashoka Buildcon shares rally 13% on bagging ₹602-crore order from RVNL")
Lenskart up 3% ahead of MSCI rejig; Nomura calls it a generational stock
The changes are closely watched by investors as MSCI indices are tracked by global institutional and passive funds, potentially triggering portfolio rebalancing and changes in stock-specific flows.
 "Lenskart up 3% ahead of MSCI rejig; Nomura calls it a generational stock")
Augmont Enterprises shares make a strong market debut, list at 22% premium
Augmont Enterprises shares listed at ₹956 on the BSE, a premium of 21.32 per cent against the offer price of ₹168. Meanwhile, on the National Stock Exchange, debuted at ₹961, up 21.95 per cent.
 "Augmont Enterprises shares make a strong market debut, list at 22% premium")
HDFC Bank: DIIs, public investors keep faith even as stock underperforms
Analysts said that the rise in DIIs' stake in HDFC Bank was backed by sustained buying from mutual funds. The overall MF holdings increased to 26.5% in June 2026, from 22.5% in the Sept 2025 quarter
 "HDFC Bank: DIIs, public investors keep faith even as stock underperforms")
Breakout stocks: Jindal SAW, Electrosteel Castings, Adani Enterprises
Stocks to buy today: Sachin Gupta of Choice Equity Broking has recommended three stocks to buy today - Jindal SAW, Electrosteel Castings, Adani Enterprises.
 "Breakout stocks: Jindal SAW, Electrosteel Castings, Adani Enterprises")
Chart check: Angel One turns bullish on BEML, BSE in short term
Angel One analyst Osho Krishan recommends two stocks to buy today for the short term: BEML and BSE.
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Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, RIL, IGL, Cipla, Oil India, Ather & more
Stocks to watch today: HDFC Bank's shares will remain in focus after bank's MD & CEO, Sashidhar Jagdishan, decided not to seek reappointment.
 "Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, RIL, IGL, Cipla, Oil India, Ather & more")
Stock Market Close: Sensex snaps 2-day losing streak, gains 331 pts; Nifty at 24,176; IT shines
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Friday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap were trading 0.05 per cent and 0.2 per cent higher, respectively
World running short of Crude oil refined products, says Mirae Asset
US refineries are running near maximum capacity at 97.4 per cent, supported by strong export demand.
 "World running short of Crude oil refined products, says Mirae Asset")
Ola Electric share price surges 6% after new S1Z electric scooter launch
Ola Electric launches the S1Z, bringing its indigenous Bharat Cell LFP technology to affordable electric scooters.
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Just Dial locked in upper circuit; stock spikes 10% in single session
Just Dial shares rose on high volume, trading at about 2.2 times the 30-day average volume. The stock also crossed its 50-day simple moving average, signalling improved near-term price momentum.
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Yatharth Hospital gains 6% to new high as Aster, Advent eye majority stake
Advent International and Blackstone-backed Aster DM Quality Care are in discussions to acquire a controlling stake in Yatharth Hospital.
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ESDS Software IPO sails through on 1st day, GMP at 77%; check reviews
ESDS Software Solution IPO price band is at ₹408 to ₹429 per share. Investors can apply in lots of 34 shares.
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Gold outlook hinges on Warsh speech as hawkish Fed stance may weigh
A hawkish signal from Warsh could trigger further correction in gold towards the $4,500-$4,520 support zone, although downside may remain limited ahead of next week's US nonfarm payroll data.
 "Gold outlook hinges on Warsh speech as hawkish Fed stance may weigh")
₹900 crore buyback announcement sees GE Shipping shares gain over 3%
The Great Eastern Shipping Company has announced a share buyback programme worth ₹900 crore.
 "₹900 crore buyback announcement sees GE Shipping shares gain over 3%")