Indian bond markets are shifting after a strong rally. Investors should now focus on stable returns from attractive yields and selective credit. Aggressive duration bets are less advisable. Opportunities exist in money markets, State Development Loans, and short-term corporate bonds. Currency stability and global developments will also shape investor interest in 2026.Read More

Axis Mutual Fund’s Karthik Kumar says recent market volatility is driven by global uncertainty and FII selling, but earnings trends are stabilising. He sees valuations normalising and expects growth-led sectors to regain leadership. Autos, financials, telecom and industrials remain key overweight bets, while IT and discretionary consumption need earnings confirmation to turn positive.Read More

India’s stock market faces challenges, with 25 major Nifty companies now trading below their five-year average price-to-earnings ratios. This valuation shift follows a period of global uncertainty and foreign investor selling. Investors are closely watching upcoming earnings reports to determine if growth justifies current valuations. Market volatility is expected to continue as global factors influence...Read More

Ola Electric shares: The company launched its first residential Battery Energy Storage System, Shakti, from its Krishnagiri Gigafactory, marking its entry into the residential BESS market. Powered by locally developed 4680 Bharat Cells, the product is India’s first of its kind and is designed to provide portable, on-demand energy solutions for households, farms, and businesses.Read More

Bharat Coking Coal’s IPO is seeing robust demand. The issue is attracting strong interest in the grey market, indicating positive investor sentiment. High subscription rates, especially from retail and non-institutional investors, highlight confidence in the offering. The company is India’s largest coking coal producer. Experts recommend subscribing for potential listing gains.Read More

Brokerage firms have released 109 stock recommendations. These picks span various sectors including banking, autos, and consumption. Experts believe these companies are well-positioned for growth. Investors can review these selections as they plan their portfolios. The recommendations are for the period leading into 2026.Read More

Indian basmati rice exporters like LT Foods and KRBL are under scrutiny following a US announcement of a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran. This move, amid rising US-Iran tensions, could significantly impact Indian exporters who rely on Iran as a major buyer. The tariff’s immediate effect raises concerns about potential trade disruptions and...Read More

Five stocks in the NSE F&O segment, including Premier Energies and Swiggy, saw a sharp rise in futures open interest on January 12, indicating increased trader participation and fresh positioning in the derivatives market.Read More

Gold prices eased on MCX after hitting record highs, while silver remained firm amid geopolitical tensions. Analysts cite profit booking, strong safe-haven demand and expectations of US rate cuts, with experts advising buying on dips despite elevated volatility.Read More

Mukul Agrawal has updated his Rs 6,500-crore stock portfolio. He added Hindustan Construction and Sudeep Pharma. Agrawal reduced his stake in Monolithisch and likely exited Stanley Lifestyles. His portfolio includes several multibagger stocks from the past year. These include Osel Devices, Zelio E-Mobility, Monolithisch India, Zota Health Care, and ASM Technologies.Read More