by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 2:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s stock markets are reacting to West Asia news. Sanjeev Prasad of Kotak Institutional Equities warns of significant economic impacts. Two scenarios are presented: a ‘bad’ outcome with lingering pain and an ‘ugly’ outcome if conflict...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 2:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s top IT firms reported mixed earnings, grappling with near-term pressures and AI-driven structural shifts, leading to subdued growth forecasts. While IT valuations have become more reasonable, market expert Sandip Sabharwal advises caution due to these...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 2:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Japan’s Nikkei index achieved a record closing high, marking its third consecutive weekly ascent. Strong technology sector earnings, particularly from AI-related firms like Ibiden, fueled the rally, overshadowing Middle East peace deal uncertainties. The...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 1:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Lux Industries’ shares dropped over 7% following board approval for a business demerger. The move, stemming from a family settlement agreement among promoters, will split the company into three verticals, with two expected to be listed separately. The Todi...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 1:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Indian rupee has reached its lowest valuation in over a decade against major currencies. This decline is driven by rising crude oil prices and significant foreign investment outflows. Analysts suggest the rupee is undervalued, presenting an attractive entry point...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 1:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran believes SpaceX could achieve the most valuable IPO ever, potentially reaching trillion-dollar status. He highlights the company’s real futuristic offerings, Elon Musk’s compelling narrative-spinning abilities, and its...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 1:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Infosys has announced a final dividend of Rs 25 per share for FY26. Over the past five years, the company has consistently paid both interim and final dividends. Last year, It paid an interim dividend of Rs 23 on October 27, 2025. Earlier, it had announced a final...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 1:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Global markets are navigating geopolitical tensions with surprising resilience, particularly in the US. Despite initial fears, financial assets show a weakening correlation with oil prices, while US equities remain robust. The dollar’s strength is linked more to...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 12:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Anlon Healthcare shares appeared to crash nearly 90% in a single session, but the fall was due to adjustments following a 1:1 bonus issue and 1:5 stock split. The move does not impact market capitalisation but improves liquidity, highlighting the importance of...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:51 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Websol Energy shares surged nearly 27% in three sessions amid strong buying interest, driven by Vijay Kedia’s stake acquisition and expectations of a dividend. Promoter buying and improving sentiment further supported the rally, while the upcoming board meeting for Q4...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:50 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s IT sector faces short-term margin concerns and conservative growth guidance following recent earnings. However, market experts suggest a more measured view, highlighting AI-driven efficiency gains and sustainable growth for large companies. Patient...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:49 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Bitcoin held near $78,000, supported by steady ETF inflows and low exchange reserves, indicating sustained institutional demand. Ethereum declined while altcoins showed mixed trends. Market sentiment remains stable amid easing macro concerns, though profit booking and...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:46 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian government bonds declined for a third day. Oil prices are rising due to Middle East tensions. This situation, coupled with upcoming bond auctions, is impacting the market. India relies heavily on oil imports, making elevated prices a concern. Overnight index...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:45 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
HCL Tech shares have plunged sharply after weak Q4 earnings and subdued FY27 guidance, triggering multiple broker downgrades and target cuts. Concerns over slowing growth, reduced discretionary spending, and limited visibility on recovery have weighed on sentiment,...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:44 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Union Bank of India shares fell sharply after its Q4FY26 results disappointed brokerages despite a rise in net profit. Weak NII, a sharp spike in provisions and margin pressure weighed on sentiment. While asset quality improved, analysts remain cautious, citing...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:42 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Japan’s core inflation slipped below the Bank of Japan’s 2% target for a second straight month in March, as subsidies and easing food prices offset energy pressures. While underlying inflation remains resilient, rising oil costs and geopolitical risks may push prices...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:41 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Dr Reddy’s shares fell after Goldman Sachs and Citigroup turned cautious, citing limited growth visibility, pipeline concerns and valuation risks. Brokerages flagged lower earnings potential amid generics pricing pressure and muted opportunities in semaglutide....
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:40 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
JPMorgan downgraded Indian equities to neutral from Overweight, warning the Nifty could fall to 20,500 in a bear-case scenario, implying a 15% downside. While the long-term outlook remains intact, near-term risks such as elevated valuations, Iran war uncertainty and...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:39 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Axis Bank is expected to report a mixed Q4FY26 performance with muted year-on-year profit growth despite steady loan and deposit expansion. Margins are likely to remain under pressure due to rate transmission, while sequential trends improve. Asset quality and credit...
by ET Markets | April 24, 2026 11:36 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
US mortgage rates fell for a third straight week, with the 30-year fixed rate easing to 6.23%, its lowest since mid-March. Declining Treasury yields supported the trend, though volatility from inflation and geopolitical risks persists. Despite easing borrowing costs,...
