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Equity investing: Why allocation matters more than what you buy

The first principle of allocation is, 'Invest first, investigate later,' said Harini Dedhia, fund manager at Tamohara.

Equity investing: Why allocation matters more than what you buy
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 4:04 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex sheds 172 pts; Nifty settles at 24,219; Nifty PSU Bank tumbles 1%

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Monday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap rose 0.13 per cent and the Nifty SmallCap fell 0.26 per cent

Stock Market Close: Sensex sheds 172 pts; Nifty settles at 24,219; Nifty PSU Bank tumbles 1%
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 3:50 PM IST

TVS Supply Chain share price zooms 16% in subdued market; here's why

The buying momentum came after the logistics solutions provider announced that it had signed a pact with Japan-based Sankyu Inc to collaborate across supply chain and engineering services.

TVS Supply Chain share price zooms 16% in subdued market; here's why
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 1:47 PM IST

Skyways Air Services IPO review: Can it add wings to your portfolio?

Skyways Air Services IPO review: Analysts have shared a constructive view, with Swastika and Ventura recommending a 'Subscribe' rating, while SBI Securities has maintained a 'Neutral' stance.

Skyways Air Services IPO review: Can it add wings to your portfolio?
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 1:20 PM IST

Urban Company jumps 7% as Emkay sees strong growth potential ahead

Emkay initiated coverage on the company with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of ₹190.

Urban Company jumps 7% as Emkay sees strong growth potential ahead
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

Nifty may hit 28,615 by Dec'26 if FII flows rise, oil cools: Rajesh Palavia

Rajesh Palviya of Axis Direct believes that following the January peak of 26,373, Nifty's valuation premium over emerging markets narrowed significantly, establishing a healthier starting point for H2

Nifty may hit 28,615 by Dec'26 if FII flows rise, oil cools: Rajesh Palavia
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 12:09 PM IST

Vishal Mega Mart shares rally 9.5% on re-appointment of CEO for five years

Gunender Kapur was appointed MD and CEO for a period of three years, with effect from June 27, 2024. His existing term of three years is due to expire on June 26, 2027.

Vishal Mega Mart shares rally 9.5% on re-appointment of CEO for five years
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 11:15 AM IST

Oriental Hotels share price rises over 5% on IHCL merger announcement

The Scheme of Arrangement proposes a share exchange ratio of 25 IHCL shares for every 117 Oriental Hotels shares, with completion targeted in the second half of FY2028.

Oriental Hotels share price rises over 5% on IHCL merger announcement
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

Lalithaa Jewellery shares shine bright on market debut, list at 32% premium

Lalithaa Jewellery share price: Lalithaa Jewellery IPO shares were quoting at ₹276 in the grey market, signalling a listing pop of 37.31 per cent.

Lalithaa Jewellery shares shine bright on market debut, list at 32% premium
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:24 AM IST

Horizon Industrial Parks shares list near IPO price in muted debut on D-St

Horizon Industrial Parks' share price opened at ₹60.25 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), a premium of 0.42 per cent above the issue price.

Horizon Industrial Parks shares list near IPO price in muted debut on D-St
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:01 AM IST

Symbiotec IPO draws positive brokerage views on strong API portfolio growth

Symbiotec Pharmalab IPO is a mix of a fresh issue of ₹15 lakh and an offer for sale of ₹1.63 crore. The price band for the offer is set issue price band at ₹938 to ₹988 per share.

Symbiotec IPO draws positive brokerage views on strong API portfolio growth
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 9:33 AM IST

Prestige Estates and PB Fintech among top picks by Choice Broking

Choice Broking's Sachin Gupta has recommended three stocks, Prestige Estates, PB Fintech and Carborundum Universal, based on their positive technical setups.

Prestige Estates and PB Fintech among top picks by Choice Broking
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 8:11 AM IST

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