by Live mint | February 19, 2026 7:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Aluminium prices declined to $3,030 per ton, impacted by a strong dollar and increased inventories. Kotak Securities forecasts a structural deficit in the market through FY2028E, predicting demand growth primarily from ex-China markets, with Vedanta positioned...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 6:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Macquarie raises concerns about PhonePe’s ESOP costs and revenue concentration ahead of its IPO. High ESOP expenses impact EBITDA margins, and regulatory changes could reduce revenues by 20-25%. PhonePe’s upcoming IPO includes an offer-for-sale of...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 6:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
LIC MF Technology Fund aims to allocate capital across a wide spectrum of technology-driven sectors, including semiconductor–linked companies, data centre operators, digital commerce platforms, internet businesses, and emerging technology enterprises.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 6:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Devarsh Vakil of HDFC Securities emphasises the importance of asset allocation and a long-term focus in investing. With the Indian market showing signs of recovery and sectors poised for growth, he advises on strategies to manage risk and capitalise on opportunities...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 6:07 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Silver prices have seen volatility this week as key Asian markets close for the Lunar New Year. The lack of trading liquidity, especially from China, has intensified price swings, highlighting silver’s vulnerability as an industrial metal compared to...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 5:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
CoinDCX has launched an ESOP buyback worth ₹111 crore for over 500 employees, both current and former, allowing them to cash in on their stock options.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 5:07 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Silver prices have seen volatility this week as key Asian markets close for the Lunar New Year. The lack of trading liquidity, especially from China, has intensified price swings, highlighting silver’s vulnerability as an industrial metal compared to...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 5:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Fueled by strong SIP inflows in mutual funds, domestic institutional investors’ share rose to 19%, surpassing FPIs. Mutual funds’ holdings reached an all-time high of 11.1%, demonstrating local investor power.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 5:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO GMP today is ₹16. At the current GMP, PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO listing price could be ₹402, a premium of 4.15% over its upper end of the price range of ₹386.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 4:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Silver ETFs in India gained popularity due to market volatility and SEBI reforms, offering easy access and liquidity. They provide exposure to silver without physical ownership, but investors should be cautious of the associated risks and tax implications.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 4:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Stock market today: Indian equities fell sharply on February 19, with the Nifty 50 dropping 1.4% and the Sensex 1.72% amid rising geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over US interest rates. The Nifty Realty index was the worst hit, falling 2.56%.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 3:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch said over half of current SaaS software could shift to AI, amid investor fears of disruption. As tech stocks fall globally, Mensch called “replatforming” a major opportunity. Mistral plans its India debut, targeting public and private...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 3:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Stocks to buy: Brokerage firm Axis Direct has recommended buying these three shares after Q3 FY26 results for long-term – Nestle India, Britannia and DOMS Industries.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 3:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Stock market crash: 15 x 15 x 15 rule of mutual funds say that ₹15,000 monthly SIP in equities can fetch 15% annual return, if it is done for 15 years
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 3:07 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
PhonePe’s lofty IPO valuation makes Paytm appear attractive on paper, but market share gaps, rising competition and already-rich multiples could limit any re-rating.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 3:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Analysts at DSP Mutual Fund recently noted that gold prices have surged well beyond monetary fundamentals, raising questions about how much of this non-yielding asset central banks should hold.
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 3:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions’ IPO launches on February 23 and closes on February 25, with a price band of ₹1,000 to ₹1,053. The company aims to raise ₹3,100 crore, including a fresh issue and offer-for-sale components, with shares expected to list on March...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 2:20 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Reliance-owned JioHotstar has partnered with OpenAI to introduce ChatGPT-powered voice discovery on its platform. The new multilingual feature will let users find content through natural speech, offering personalised, context-aware recommendations across live and...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 2:19 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
LG Electronics stock gained 1% on February 19, reaching ₹1,576 amid positive brokerage ratings. Axis Securities forecasts a target of ₹1,815, anticipating sustained profitability. The company’s market share in consumer durables is expected to grow despite...
by Live mint | February 19, 2026 2:19 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The US Fed’s January meeting minutes hint at potential rate hikes if inflation persists, raising concerns for emerging markets. Experts weigh in on the implications for the dollar, global capital flows.
