Bank of Baroda has successfully raised Rs 10,000 crore via green infrastructure bonds, marking a first for Indian banks domestically. The issuance saw significant investor interest, exceeding expectations. These funds will support crucial green projects, including renewable energy, underscoring the bank’s commitment to sustainable finance and its strong ESG strategy.Read More

The Rs 1,087 crore Sedemac Mechatronics IPO has entered its final day of bidding with muted grey market sentiment and moderate subscription levels so far. While institutional demand has been relatively strong, retail participation remains weak. Brokerages are divided, citing strong technology positioning but expensive valuations and customer concentration risks.Read More

Jio IPO, India’s largest at $4-4.5 billion, is slated for the first half of 2026. Despite concerns of a holding company discount for Reliance shareholders, brokerages suggest Jio’s limited free float could drive its stock to a premium, potentially offsetting any valuation hit. The listing is expected to proceed once government norms are finalized.Read More

Oil and gas stocks such as ONGC, Oil India, IOC, BPCL and HPCL may remain in focus after the US granted a temporary waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian crude. Refiners could benefit from cheaper imports, while upstream producers may face pressure if crude prices soften amid easing global supply concerns.Read More

Nifty Midcap 100 outperformed the Nifty-50 in February, with select midcap stocks like Hitachi Energy and Bharat Forge delivering significant gains. These top performers are extending their positive momentum into the year, showcasing renewed strength in the broader market.Read More

West Asia conflict-driven market selloffs are historically short and reversible, according to Valentis Advisors’ Jyotivardhan Jaipuria. He advises investors to view the current downturn as a buying opportunity, anticipating an earnings recovery cycle. Jaipuria’s highest conviction lies in the banking sector, citing resilient credit growth and expanding net interest margins.Read More

SBI Cards and Payment Services announced an interim dividend of Rs 2.5 per equity share for FY26, with a record date of March 11. The company also extended the term of Executive Vice President Ved Prakash. Despite recent stock declines, the company reported a 45% YoY rise in net profit for Q3 FY26.Read More

TCS share price: TCS CEO K Krithivasan said the company is in advanced discussions with multiple hyperscalers to build more AI data centres in India, citing strong demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure. The IT major expects India to require up to 10 gigawatts of AI data centre capacity by 2030, highlighting significant investment opportunities.Read More

Indian defence stocks are seeing renewed investor interest amid escalating global geopolitical tensions, particularly the Iran-Israel conflict. Following a significant rally in 2025 and a subsequent correction, these companies are now benefiting from hopes of increased export orders and strong domestic policy support. Analysts advise a selective approach, focusing on companies with robust order books...Read More

Gold and silver prices surged on MCX Friday. Investors sought safe havens due to Middle East conflict. The dollar weakened, making bullion cheaper. MCX Gold futures rose over Rs 1,577. Silver futures soared by Rs 6,800. International spot gold and silver also edged higher. Experts advise caution ahead of US job data.Read More