Gold and silver are stabilising after their worst-ever single-day crash on MCX, with traders bracing for fresh volatility as the Union Budget approaches. Analysts say the correction reflects a leverage washout, not a trend reversal, with key support zones likely to guide the next leg of the precious metals rally.Read More

Sun Pharma announced strong third quarter results. Sales rose 15% to Rs 15,469 crore and net profit climbed 16% to Rs 3,368 crore. Growth was fueled by its branded businesses in India and emerging markets, along with global innovative medicines. The company also declared an interim dividend.Read More

India’s export strategy is shifting beyond its dependence on the US, with fresh FTAs across Europe, the UK, Middle East and Oceania. The EU deal alone opens tariff-free access for 99% of Indian goods. This diversification strengthens India’s trade resilience and reduces vulnerabilities tied to geopolitical uncertainty.Read More

Nifty ended the week with modest gains as markets stayed range-bound ahead of the Union Budget. The index defended key moving averages and hovered near a crucial trendline. With resistance at 25,500 and support at 24,750–24,900, traders should stay cautious and focus on stock-specific setups until post-Budget clarity emerges.Read More

Indian markets experienced a downturn on Friday, with Nifty ending its winning streak due to selling in key sectors. Geopolitical worries, the upcoming Union Budget, and a weakening rupee contributed to subdued sentiment. Analysts anticipate volatility during Sunday’s special trading session, advising a cautious, hedged approach ahead of the budget announcement.Read More

Markets slipped on Friday as investors turned defensive ahead of Sunday’s Union Budget, with IT and metal stocks weighing on sentiment. Analysts highlighted persistent volatility amid global uncertainties, Fed leadership changes and FII pressure. With key levels holding firm, traders now await Budget cues to determine the market’s next decisive move.Read More

IDFC First Bank Q3 Results: Net interest income or NII grew 12% year on year to Rs 5,492.4 crore, up from Rs 4,902 crore in the corresponding quarter a year agoRead More

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement offers significant preferential market access, boosting Indian industries like Capital Goods, Engineering, Metals, and IT. While some sectors see neutral impacts, smaller labour-intensive segments and defense stand to gain from duty elimination and expanded export horizons. This pact reconfigures competitive structures, fostering export growth and value-chain participation.Read More

Market expert Sunil Subramaniam anticipates Budget 2026 could be a positive trigger amid weak equity sentiment, driven by reform-led optimism. He suggests AI-focused initiatives and support for private capex, including expanding PLI schemes and public sector bank financing, could attract foreign capital and boost the economy.Read More

Market expert Sudip Bandyopadhyay suggests Budget 2026 can stabilize equity sentiment by addressing FPI concerns, particularly through the removal of long-term capital gains tax. A clear divestment strategy and targeted sectoral support in banking, BFSI, defence, and infrastructure are also highlighted as crucial for boosting market confidence and encouraging foreign investment amid global uncertainties.Read More