by Live mint | February 18, 2026 9:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Gold price today: Precious metals rebounded on 18 February as investors awaited Fed meeting minutes. Gold prices rose to $4,989, while silver also gained. Analysts note strong buying interest and potential for renewed momentum if key support levels hold.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 9:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq open higher during the stock market session on 18 February 2026 amid easing investor concerns over AI. The investors now are set to focus their attention on the upcoming US Fed’s minutes release — Here’s what you need...
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 7:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Shares of Brainbees Solutions, operator of FirstCry, fell 6% to a record low of ₹216, marking a 20% decline over three days. The crash has brought the company’s market capitalisation below ₹11,300 crore, down from ₹38,344 crore at its peak.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 6:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
JSW Group is planning to drive into a market dominated by Maruti Suzuki, one in which Hyundai is a distant second, and one in which the top four companies make four out of five vehicles. But founder Sajjan Jindal has his eyes set on a different lane.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 6:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Germany’s largest union, IG Metall, accuses Tesla of creating a toxic work environment at its Berlin factory, claiming overwork and pressure on sick employees.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 6:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
In uncertain markets, a diversified portfolio is crucial. Experts recommend 60% equities, 25% bonds, and 15% gold, highlighting equities as the best long-term investment. Gold serves as a hedge, while bonds can meet specific needs, but should not replace equity growth...
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 6:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Upcoming IPO: Shree Ram Twistex plans its IPO from February 23 to 25, with a target of ₹110.24 crore. Priced at ₹95– ₹104 per share, company face risks such as customer concentration and reliance on cotton suppliers for raw materials.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 6:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Oil marketing companies’ EBITDA and PAT came in at ₹39,500 crore and ₹23,740 crore, respectively for Q3FY26 – up 91% or 2.4x year-on-year, according to estimates by ICICI Securities.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 5:09 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Lease documents show a 15% rent escalation every three years, highlighting sustained GCC-driven demand for large office spaces.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 5:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Sridhar Vembu, attending the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi on 18 February 2026, said that India may outpace the adoption of artificial intelligence than United States over the next 10 years. Here’s what Zoho’s Chief Scientist said.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 5:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Silverline Technologies shares hit a 5% upper circuit after board approval for a ₹80 crore investment from Trueledger, acquiring a 20% stake. This move indicates a ₹400 crore valuation, aimed at enhancing growth and technology strategies, particularly in...
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 5:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions is set for an IPO from February 23 to 25, with a price band of ₹1,000 to ₹1,053. The IPO size has been reduced to ₹3,100 crore, including fresh equity and an offer-for-sale.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 5:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Gaudium IVF IPO, priced between ₹75-79 per share, aims to raise ₹165 crore. The public offering opens on February 20 and includes a fresh issuance of shares and an OFS from the promoter, supporting expansion plans in India.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 4:20 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
A report reveals that Indian markets experience significant declines of 30-60% once every 7-10 years, yet they recover rapidly. Long-term data indicates that most years end positively, emphasizing that while volatility is common, disciplined investing leads to...
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 4:19 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The timeless quote by the English economist John Keynes feels more relevant than ever, where price action often appears disconnected from traditional fundamentals. The equity markets across the world continue to swing sharply, driven as much by sentiment as by...
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 4:17 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Indian stock market rose on February 18, with key indices gaining for the third consecutive session, led by metal, PSU, and FMCG stocks. The Nifty closed 0.35% higher, while the Sensex gained 0.33%. Broader markets also showed positive momentum, despite a decline...
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 4:16 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Gold, silver rates today: During China’s Lunar New Year holidays, gold and silver often witness lower participation, as major Asian exchanges—including those in Shanghai and Hong Kong—remain closed, creating a temporary liquidity vacuum, according to market...
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 4:15 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Sensex ended 283 points, or 0.34%, higher at 83,734.25, while the Nifty 50 settled at 25,819.35, up 94 points, or 0.37%. The BSE 150 MidCap Index also ended with a decent gain of 0.50%, while the BSE 250 SmallCap Index climbed 0.39%.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 4:15 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Government bond yields remain stubbornly high despite a cumulative 125-basis point rate cut since February last year, reflecting supply pressures and weak policy transmission, with the RBI increasingly expected to rely on liquidity support.
by Live mint | February 18, 2026 4:14 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Netweb Technologies shares zoomed 14% after announcing a ‘Make in India’ AI supercomputer powered by Nvidia. In the afternoon trade, the multibagger stock was trading 7% higher as it pared gains from the day’s high.
