by Live mint | February 23, 2026 3:11 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Aggregate sales for the Nifty 500 universe grew 11%, the highest in 11 quarters, mainly led by the benefits of goods and services tax cuts flowing through select sectors.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 3:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India is emerging as a ‘reverse AI trade’ with a strategic partnership between Anthropic and Infosys to develop custom AI agents. This shift positions Indian IT firms as key enablers of AI adoption despite recent declines in IT stock performance.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 2:19 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
UPL announced restructuring to form a unified crop protection entity. The reorganisation is structurally straightforward but strategically significant. But brokerages flagged that the debt overhang remains largely unresolved.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 2:17 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The capital goods sector, led by Hitachi Energy and Apar Industries, is experiencing strong growth in 2026 due to improved investor sentiment, government spending, and favorable trade conditions. Analysts project continued strength amid healthy ordering trends and...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 2:16 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
On 19 February the National Stock Exchange brokers’ forum had approached Sebi, seeking its intervention and a deferment of the RBI’s new rules that require banks to tighten funding to proprietary traders under capital market exposure rules.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 2:15 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Defence stocks like Bharat Forge and HAL have surged recently, but faced declines due to a HAL Tejas incident triggering profit booking. Analysts indicate that despite short-term corrections, the sector’s structural demand outlook remains robust, with...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 2:14 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
AU Small Finance Bank shares dropped 6% to ₹968 after being removed from Haryana’s empanelled lenders due to fraud allegations. The bank is reviewing two accounts, ensuring compliance with KYC. IDFC First Bank also faced de-empanelment over ₹590 crore fraud,...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 2:14 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
ITC shares have fallen by 1% despite a generally positive market. Experts remain divided on the stock’s potential, with some recommending a buy due to its strong pricing power, while others express caution over cigarette tax impacts. What does this mean for...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 2:11 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Among the IT pack, Mphasis emerged as the top loser, dropping 2.5% to ₹2,314.30, followed by Infosys and Wipro, which fell nearly 2% each.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 1:07 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
In a setback to industrialist Anil Ambani, the Bombay High Court on Monday quashed a single bench interim order that stayed proceedings initiated against him and Reliance Communications to classify their bank accounts as fraud.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 1:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
IDFC First Bank management said the initially identified amount stood at ₹490 crore, with an additional conservative estimate of ₹100 crore, taking the total estimated impact to ₹590 crore.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 1:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Dassault Aviation share price: During the recently concluded state visit of French President Emmanuel, the Indian government ordered 114 Rafale fighter jets
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 1:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Suzlon Energy shares reached a 52-week low of ₹43.85 on February 23, despite positive market trends. The stock has lost 41% since its peak of ₹74.30 in May 2025, as benchmark indices Nifty 50 and Sensex increased by 0.6%.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 12:14 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India is set to revolutionize energy consumption by allowing households and businesses to sell surplus renewable energy to each other. This innovative system, powered by the India Energy Stack and blockchain technology, enables consumers to become active energy...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 12:14 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The top Anthropic engineer noted that AI systems like the ones sold by Anthropic and can can take action across workplace computer tools. They could soon take over multiple roles
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 12:12 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Canara Bank share price gained 2% on February 23, 2026, contributing to a 6.3% gain this month. Canara Bank shares have remained higher for the last five calendar years, delivering double-digit gains in each of those years.
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 12:11 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
IDFC First Bank share price crashed 20% following a reported ₹590 crore fraud, prompting concerns over its financial health. Analysts indicate a shift to bearish sentiment, with immediate support at ₹66-67. Major shareholders, including the government and LIC, have...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 12:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Investor focus is on three IPOs this week: Gaudium IVF, Shree Ram Twistex, and Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions. Each IPO presents unique risk profiles, with grey market premiums offering insights into potential listing gains as they approach their subscription close...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 12:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Gaudium IVF IPO opened for public subscription on Friday, February 20, and will close on Tuesday, February 24. The IPO allotment date is likely February 25, Wednesday, while the IPO listing date is February 27, Friday. Gaudium IVF & Women Health shares will be...
by Live mint | February 23, 2026 12:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
IDFC First Bank’s shares plunged 20% following revelations of a ₹590 crore fraud at its Chandigarh branch, leading to concerns about its earnings and governance. Analysts urge caution for investors amid fears of further deposit outflows and heightened scrutiny...
