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MCX share price up 102% in a year; can the rally sustain? Analysts weigh

Analysts attributed the rise in MCX shares to its leadership position in the commodity segment. Notably, MCX has maintained over 98 per cent market share by value in commodity derivatives.

MCX share price up 102% in a year; can the rally sustain? Analysts weigh
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 2:30 PM IST

Hindustan Copper rises nearly 4% as copper prices gain on weak dollar

LME copper spot price is currently trading near its all-time high of $14,594/t, reached on 17 Aug 2026. At the current level of $14,113/t, spot copper price is up 46.3 per cent Y-o-Y on the LME.

Hindustan Copper rises nearly 4% as copper prices gain on weak dollar
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 2:20 PM IST

Why are BSE, Groww stocks falling in trade on Friday? Analysts explain

Analysts attributed the weakness to capital market regulator Sebi's latest study, which showed a decline in active derivatives traders in FY26 following tightened regulations.

Why are BSE, Groww stocks falling in trade on Friday? Analysts explain
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 11:57 AM IST

Sugar stocks fall over 7% as govt's duty-free import move sparks price woes

Dwarikesh Sugar Industries was the top laggard, falling 7.2 per cent, followed by Dalmia Bharat, which fell 6.4 per cent intra-day and Balrampur Chini Mills, which fell over 5 per cent on Friday.

Sugar stocks fall over 7% as govt's duty-free import move sparks price woes
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

Shanthi Gears shares zoom 17% after Tube Investments raises stake

Tube Investments of India has acquired 20,64,713 shares of face value of ₹1 each of Shanthi Gears Ltd for about ₹77.49 crore. With this, Tube Investments' stake in SGL has increased to 73.16 per cent

Shanthi Gears shares zoom 17% after Tube Investments raises stake
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 10:55 AM IST

Augmont Enterprise IPO opens: Analysts assign 'subscribe' tag; GMP at 38%

The company's ₹825 crore IPO is a mix of fresh issue and offer for sale. The fresh issue component is made up of 0.79 crore equity shares, and the OFS is up to 620 crore shares

Augmont Enterprise IPO opens: Analysts assign 'subscribe' tag; GMP at 38%
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 9:55 AM IST

Stocks to watch: Tata Motors, Tata Power, Mankind Pharma, SBI, RailTel

Stocks to watch today: Tata Motors, Tata Power, Mankind Pharma, SBI, RailTel, KIMS, DEE Development Engineers, L&T Finance, KIMS, sugar stock, among others, will be in focus today.

Stocks to watch: Tata Motors, Tata Power, Mankind Pharma, SBI, RailTel
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 8:02 AM IST

Sensex jumps 700 pts intraday, Nifty reclaims 24,250: 4 factors behind rise

In intraday deals, Sensex surged 699.86 points or 0.90 per cent to 77,609.54. Its NSE counterpart, Nifty 50, rose 187 points or 0.77 per cent to 24,265.15, led by gains in banking and IT stocks.

Sensex jumps 700 pts intraday, Nifty reclaims 24,250: 4 factors behind rise
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 3:39 PM IST

Titagarh Rail gains 3% as Jefferies sees 5% revenue boost for wagon maker

Titagarh Rail Systems is an Indian railway wagon and coach manufacturer, with an annual manufacturing capacity of 12,000 wagons and 300 coaches.

Titagarh Rail gains 3% as Jefferies sees 5% revenue boost for wagon maker
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 2:47 PM IST

Muthoot, CSB, other gold financiers rise 5% as bullion hits 2-mth high

Muthoot Finance was up 4.7 per cent intraday to ₹2,997.80, while Manappuram Finance rose 3.2 per cent to ₹351. IIFL Finance rose 3 per cent to ₹649 apiece, CSB Bank moved the most, gaining 5 per cent.

Muthoot, CSB, other gold financiers rise 5% as bullion hits 2-mth high
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 2:15 PM IST

Dhoot Transmission gains 6% to hit 52-wk high; stock up 70% from IPO price

Ambit Capital has initiated coverage on Dhoot Transmission with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of ₹1,598, implying an upside of around 14 per cent from the previous close of ₹1,404.

Dhoot Transmission gains 6% to hit 52-wk high; stock up 70% from IPO price
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 1:10 PM IST

Silver ETFs surge up to 6% as cooling US yields lift precious metals

Tata Silver ETF, Nippon Silver ETF, HDFC Silver ETF, SBI Silver ETF, Axis Silver ETF, DSP Silver ETF, Groww Silver ETF all gained over 4 per cent each

Silver ETFs surge up to 6% as cooling US yields lift precious metals
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 12:20 PM IST

Goodluck India share price rallies 8% ahead of 2:1 bonus issue ex-date

The board of Goodluck India has approved August 21 as the record date for determining the eligibility of the shareholders entitled to the issuance and allotment of bonus equity shares of the company.

Goodluck India share price rallies 8% ahead of 2:1 bonus issue ex-date
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 11:28 AM IST

Turtlemint shares up 5% as Jefferies turns bullish on POSP growth outlook

Jefferies initiated coverage on Turtlemint Fintech Solutions with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of ₹190. The target implies a 37 per cent upside from the stock's previous close of ₹138.92.

Turtlemint shares up 5% as Jefferies turns bullish on POSP growth outlook
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 10:31 AM IST

Sugar stocks: Avadh Sugar, Bajaj Hind gain over 6% on duty-free import plan

Avadh Sugar & Energy and Bajaj Hindustan gained over 6 per cent. Meanwhile, Dwarikesh Sugar Industries, Shree Renuka Sugars, Dhampur Sugar Mills gained up to 5 per cent on NSE in intra-day deals.

Sugar stocks: Avadh Sugar, Bajaj Hind gain over 6% on duty-free import plan
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 10:08 AM IST

FMCG Q1FY27 review: Marico, Nestle emerge as top picks as volumes recover

Analysts highlighted improving rural demand, premiumisation and a gradual recovery in consumption as key positives.

FMCG Q1FY27 review: Marico, Nestle emerge as top picks as volumes recover
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 8:07 AM IST

Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, Hyundai Motor, BSE, IDFC First Bank, SpiceJet

Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, Hyundai Motor India, BSE, IDFC First Bank, SpiceJet, Kolte-Patil Developers, Escorts Kubota, HDFC Life, Oil India, among others, will be in focus today.

Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, Hyundai Motor, BSE, IDFC First Bank, SpiceJet
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 8:05 AM IST

Q1 earnings deliver positive surprise; has market priced in this optimism?

Analysts believe that such high topline growth may be sustainable in the forthcoming quarter as demand continues to be strong.

Q1 earnings deliver positive surprise; has market priced in this optimism?
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 7:58 AM IST

IT sector Q1FY27 review: Tier-2 firms lead revenue growth amid soft demand

IT Q1FY27 review: As per MOFSL, revenue growth in Q1 was led by Tier-2 pack IT services companies. Tier-1 players grew 0.4 per cent Q-o-Q CC, while Tier-2 players outperformed with 1.8 per cent growth

IT sector Q1FY27 review: Tier-2 firms lead revenue growth amid soft demand
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 7:32 AM IST

Why Gaja Alternative IPO stands out among three ongoing public offers

For Gaja Alternative Asset Management, Ventura recommends an 'Apply' for investors with a three-year or longer investment horizon.

Why Gaja Alternative IPO stands out among three ongoing public offers
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 7:10 AM IST