by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 8:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
PNB reported a steady Q3 update with global business rising 9.6% YoY to Rs 28.92 lakh crore and advances growing 11%. Deposits saw healthy expansion, while domestic business improved 9% YoY. The bank’s shares gained over 1% as it continued to trade above key moving...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 8:03 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Five Sensex heavyweights, Maruti Suzuki, SBI, Reliance Industries, L&T, and M&M, hit fresh 52-week highs on Friday amid a strong market rally.
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 7:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
LIC has incurred losses of over Rs 10,400 crore in just two days as ITC shares plunged 14% following a steep excise duty hike on cigarettes. The tax increase triggered heavy selling and multiple broker downgrades, with analysts warning that significant price hikes may...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 7:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian government bonds slipped on Friday after a weak auction revived supply concerns, with traders wary ahead of the states’ January-March borrowing calendar due later in the day.
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 7:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Marico delivered a steady Q3 performance with revenue growth in the high twenties and improving India volumes. Lower copra costs aided margins, while Parachute remained resilient and value-added hair oils grew strongly. International markets posted double-digit...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 6:03 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Siddhartha Bhaiya, the celebrated contrarian investor behind the India Opportunities Fund, built a 33% CAGR track record by spotting smallcap and midcap multibaggers early. His bold calls—from raising 80% cash to shifting heavily into gold ETFs—turned Rs 10 lakh into...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 5:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian equity benchmarks ended Friday’s session firmly in the green, supported by strong buying in auto, metal and PSU banking stocks. While Ola Electric and Coal India emerged as key gainers, stocks such as ITC and Cupid witnessed sharp selling pressure.
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 5:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Prateek Agarwal, MD & CEO of MOAMC says 2026 could mark a selective recovery for Indian equities as earnings improve, valuations ease and foreign investors return. After a narrow, FPI-driven market in 2025, broader participation may emerge if Q3–Q4 results remain...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 5:03 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Indian rupee ended lower on Friday, breaking below the critical 90-per-dollar mark and logging a second straight weekly decline amid persistent year-end dollar demand.
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Delhi-NCR and Mumbai property markets witnessed a decline in new supply of office spaces during the last year by 15 per cent and 37 per cent, respectively, despite strong demand for prime workspaces from domestic and overseas firms, according to Colliers.
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
As India entered 2026, the real estate sector is positioned for measured yet sustainable growth across all major segments, industry experts said on Friday, adding that strong fundamentals, expanding premium housing, and adaptive retail and logistics ecosystems will...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Nifty 50 climbed as much as 193.45 points during the session to an all-time high of 26,340 before closing at 26,328.55, up 182 points, or 0.7%. The BSE Sensex advanced 573 points, or 0.67%, to finish at 85,762.
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:08 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
London’s blue-chip FTSE 100 index hit the symbolic 10,000 points mark for the first time on Friday, the latest sign of surging stock markets around the world, and a positive start to 2026 for the long unloved British market.
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
After a strong 2025 in which silver surged 170% and gold rose 76.5%, attention is turning to how investors should position these metals in 2026. Ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, changing monetary policies, and shifting market sentiment are prompting analysts to...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
ICICI Prudential AMC CIO S Naren has cautioned investors against rising euphoria in precious metals after a sharp rally, urging a shift towards balanced asset allocation. He expects Indian equities to outperform global peers in 2026, recommending selective...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Global aluminium prices surge to $3,000 per tonne, the highest in over three years, driven by China’s production cap, rising demand in key sectors, and supply disruptions like South32’s Mozal smelter shutdown. Indian aluminium futures rise modestly amid cautious...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Siddhartha Bhaiya, a prominent PMS fund manager, has passed away. He was the Managing Director of Aequitas, a firm managing Rs 7,700 crore. Bhaiya was known for identifying multibagger smallcap stocks. His passing occurred on December 31, 2025, due to a cardiac arrest...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s commercial vehicle sector may be nearing a recovery in 2026 as improving sales trends, supportive policy measures and infrastructure-led demand lift sentiment. Analysts and management commentary point to early signs of an upcycle, with buses, trucks and...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 4:03 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Cupid shares fell sharply on Fridat after a 13-session unbeaten rally, driven by heavy profit booking and strong volumes. The stock, which hit a 52-week high on Thursday, remains deeply overbought with RSI at 93 and MFI at 100. Despite the correction, Cupid has...
by ET Markets | January 2, 2026 2:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s economy is set for a strong rebound in 2026. Retail sales and consumer sentiment are improving, indicating robust growth. Experts predict a healthy nominal GDP expansion. Foreign investor interest is expected to return, driven by attractive valuations....
