Trent shares are in focus after the retailer reported a 3% rise in Q3FY26 consolidated profit and a 15% jump in revenue. Strong standalone performance, expanding store network, and stable margins across Westside and Zudio highlight sustained demand and operational discipline, keeping the stock on investors’ radar.Read More

Many companies will reveal their December quarter earnings today. Bharti Airtel is expected to show healthy revenue and profit growth. Hero MotoCorp anticipates strong results driven by festive demand and better product mix. Investors are watching these key announcements closely for market direction.Read More

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JSW Cement shares are set to remain in focus after the company posted a Q3 FY26 profit turnaround, with revenue rising 13% year on year. Strong volume growth, improved margins, a credit rating upgrade, and an aggressive expansion strategy underline the company’s improving operational and financial position.Read More

Today marks a pivotal moment for Indian bond investors as they set their sights on a crucial yield target ahead of a central bank’s impending bond acquisition. The air is thick with expectation for tomorrow’s monetary policy update, where many foresee proactive measures aimed at enhancing liquidity.Read More

India’s arbitrage fund managers anticipate reduced returns following a surprise tax hike on equity derivatives. This move, aimed at curbing speculation, impacts arbitrage funds by increasing operational costs and potentially lowering investor yields. While the sector has seen significant growth, the tax change could affect strategies and profitability, though some experts believe the market’s dynamic...Read More

Indian IT stocks are experiencing significant selling pressure following the launch of AI-powered workplace tools, leading to a market value evaporation of billions. While some analysts label this a “SaaSpocalypse,” others argue the market is overreacting, with AI potentially driving transformation rather than outright decline for the sector.Read More

Indian IT stocks saw a significant fall on Wednesday. This decline followed a sell-off in US counterparts after Anthropic launched new AI tools. Market watchers fear these automation tools could replace outsourced IT services, potentially pressuring margins for Indian IT firms. Experts suggest long-term investors monitor deal trends for AI’s impact.Read More

Sebi chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey stated no immediate regulations are planned for equity derivatives, with the current framework to continue. He also indicated that a US-India trade deal would boost investments by removing regulatory overhang and trade frictions. Separately, Sebi proposed exempting market makers’ algorithmic orders from penalties under the order-to-trade ratio framework.Read More

Motilal Oswal Private Wealth recommends a balanced investment strategy, suggesting 50% allocation to large-cap and hybrid funds, 40% to mid and small-caps, and 10% to global markets. Investors are advised to make immediate lump-sum investments in large caps and hybrids, while staggering mid and small-cap allocations over the next few months. Partial profit-booking in silver...Read More