Pune’s housing market stayed strong in 2025 with nearly 44,000 launches, driven by a sharp rise in high-end and luxury homes. Premium projects dominated supply, lifting capital values and expanding activity in North and North-East corridors. Robust demand from IT hubs and ongoing infrastructure upgrades continue to support market momentum.Read More

Adani Ports shares are likely to remain in focus following the company’s report of steady growth in December cargo volumes, driven by strong container traffic. While logistics volumes showed mixed trends, year-to-date performance remained resilient. The stock has delivered solid annual returns, despite mild near-term pressure.Read More

Copper prices surged to a record high above $13,000 a ton, driven by supply concerns stemming from a strike at a Chilean mine and dwindling warehouse stocks. Forecasts predict significant deficits in refined copper supply through 2027, further fueling the price rally. Other base metals also saw gains amid potential shortages.Read More

Indian equity markets are shifting from momentum to earnings-led growth in 2026, with moderate double-digit returns expected. Quality businesses with strong fundamentals will lead. Precious metals offer constructive outlooks despite potential corrections. The Rupee is anticipated to stabilize. Key sectors like NBFCs, Auto, Telecom, and Healthcare are poised for gains.Read More

India’s GDP growth outlook for FY26 and FY27 is improving, supported by strong post-GST data, resilient consumption, public capex recovery and policy easing. BofA Global Research’s Rahul Bajoria expects autos and travel to lead discretionary demand, sees room for another RBI rate cut, and believes India can manage global risks despite geopolitical uncertainty.Read More

Sachin Shah of Emkay Investment Managers outlines his E-Qual model for identifying long-term wealth creators. He emphasizes management quality, integrity, and capital efficiency, advocating for avoiding mistakes over chasing quick gains. Shah stresses that sticking to quality builds resilient portfolios through market cycles.Read More

Smallcap outlook remains uncertain as valuation excesses drive a sharp correction. A broader rally in H2FY26 hinges on easing FPI selling, better earnings, and a supportive macro environment. Investors should remain mindful of valuation risks in certain sectors despite market corrections.Read More

Five stocks from the Nifty500 universe closed more than 1% above their VWAP on January 5, signalling strong intraday accumulation and improving sentiment. A close above VWAP suggests prices strengthened through the session, often viewed as a short-term bullish signal indicating active buying interest and potential continuation of upward momentum.Read More

As of January 5, five stocks in the NSE F&O segment witnessed a sharp rise in futures open interest, signalling heightened derivatives activity. Rising open interest reflects stronger participation, with traders initiating fresh positions or adding to existing ones, indicating growing conviction on near-term price direction.Read More

PSU banks and select mid-sized lenders led strong Q3 credit growth, while asset quality pressures in microfinance and credit cards showed early signs of easing, says Motilal Oswal’s Nitin Aggarwal. Net interest margins are near the bottom, vehicle finance is rebounding, and gold financiers remain supported by rising gold prices, keeping the BFSI outlook cautiously...Read More