by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 2:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Bitcoin surged to a two-month peak near $78,000, buoyed by easing geopolitical tensions and investor confidence. Ethereum also saw gains, with major altcoins like XRP and BNB following suit. Analysts point to key resistance levels for Bitcoin and positive momentum for...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 2:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Nifty corrected nearly 11% during March, leading to a broad-based sell-off, but also creating attractive opportunities in niche and under-owned stocks where seasoned investors selectively built positions.
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 1:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Iran crisis highlights the complex reality of oil pricing, differentiating between physical and financial markets. While financial markets anticipate future resolutions, physical markets reflect immediate scarcity and soaring costs due to disrupted shipping and...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 1:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
This Akshaya Tritiya, gold’s traditional significance meets a striking financial reality with prices up over 30%. While cultural relevance encourages buying, the article urges a rethink of how gold is held. Modern, accessible forms like ETFs and digital gold...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 1:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Crude oil, copper, and gold are essential for new traders to grasp global market movements. Crude oil reflects energy trends, copper signals economic growth, and gold acts as a safe haven during uncertainty. Understanding these commodities provides a strategic...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 1:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Around 15 micro-cap names turned multibaggers, surging between 100% and 590%, significantly boosting investor wealth.
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 12:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 12:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The primary market anticipates a quiet week with only one new IPO, Leapfrog Engineering Services, opening for subscription. Three companies, Mehul Telecom, Citius Transnet InvIT, and Property Share Investment Trust, are scheduled to list after previous offerings....
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 12:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Prateek Agarwal of Motilal Oswal AMC highlights a shift in financial sector growth from traditional banking to capital markets like AMCs, brokers, and exchanges. He discusses how recent trade deals with the US and EU boost India’s manufacturing and investment...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 11:07 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Global markets are breathing easier as Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz fully open, a crucial oil route, amid a potential U.S.-Iran deal. This development, coupled with a Lebanon-Israel ceasefire, has sent oil prices plummeting. While experts see a temporary...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 11:06 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited shares rose 6% after securing a ₹967 crore railway order, strengthening its order book and boosting investor sentiment.
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 11:05 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s banking sector concluded FY26 strongly, with credit growth hitting 16.1% and deposits surging 13.5%. Banks aggressively mobilized funds, though a credit-deposit gap persists. Despite tight liquidity, regulatory frameworks and strong momentum position the...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 11:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Gold prices are experiencing a cyclical reset, not a structural shift. This presents a strategic opportunity for Indian investors to buy gold. Akshaya Tritiya is an auspicious time to invest in gold ETFs, Digi Gold, or multi-asset funds. Central banks may resume gold...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 9:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Major US stock indices, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, closed at record highs Friday, fueled by optimism over Iran’s decision to open the Strait of Hormuz and potential peace talks with the US. This development eased inflation concerns as oil prices...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 8:10 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Bombay High Court has ordered social media platforms and domain registrars to remove fake accounts and websites impersonating the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The court granted interim relief to NSE, directing platforms like X and Google-owned YouTube to take...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 8:10 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian stock markets rallied for a second week, driven by hopes of peace in West Asia and a strengthening rupee. Easing geopolitical tensions and falling oil prices boosted investor confidence, leading to gains across major indices. While the market shows positive...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 8:09 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Jio Financial Services saw a nearly 14% drop in March quarter net profit to ₹272 crore, despite a significant rise in total income. However, its lending arm, Jio Credit, reported a three-fold profit surge to ₹70 crore, with assets under management growing 156%. Jio...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 8:07 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Wipro’s stock fell on Friday after its March-quarter earnings missed expectations, with a ₹15,000 crore buyback failing to boost sentiment. The IT major reported a 2% decline in consolidated net profit, and brokerages expressed caution due to...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 8:06 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Nifty has reached a significant point of maturity. This suggests a strong bottom is in place. Analysts believe this sets the stage for the next phase of a bull market. The Nifty target has been revised upwards. Historically, major corrections have bottomed out and...
by ET Markets | April 18, 2026 8:05 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Irdai has maintained the mandatory 4% cession rate for FY27, directing general insurers to place this share with GIC Re. This decision aims to solidify GIC Re’s position in India’s reinsurance market, despite the entry of new domestic players like...
