LIC stock edged higher after the insurer reported stronger-than-expected margins of 17.6% in 1H FY26, prompting JM Financial to reiterate its ‘Buy’ rating with a Rs 1,111 target. Analysts expect margin resilience, product diversification, and potential GST tailwinds to drive a stronger second half.Read More

MCX shares rose on Friday after the exchange reported a 29% YoY surge in Q2FY26 PAT to Rs 197.47 crore, driven by strong revenue growth, higher bullion trading activity, and new product launches. Average daily turnover jumped 87% YoY, led by increased participation in gold and silver contracts.Read More

Piramal Finance made its market debut on November 7 at ₹1,270 per share on the BSE, a 13% premium to the discovered price of ₹1,124.20. The stock further rose 3% to ₹1,309 intraday. The listing came via a merger with Piramal Enterprises Ltd (PEL) and was not preceded by an IPO.Read More

Despite a mixed year for the SME market, ten IPOs delivered exceptional returns, with some tripling investor wealth. Companies like Zelio E-Mobility and TechD Cybersecurity saw significant gains, driven by strong sectoral tailwinds and healthy growth. These outperformers highlight opportunities within specialized sectors like EVs, cybersecurity, and healthcare.Read More

Studds Accessories shares dropped 2% on debut amid weak market sentiment. Despite a 73x IPO subscription, strong demand and industry leadership underpin growth prospects and reasonable valuation.Read More

Indian government bonds saw little change today. Traders are cautious before a large debt sale. The outcome of this auction will guide the market. Investors are also watching for Reserve Bank of India actions. Strong buying in the secondary market has supported bond prices. Increased liquidity in the banking system is also a factor.Read More

Financial planner Shweta Jain, Founder of Investography, reviewed investor portfolios on ET Now, cautioning against smallcap-heavy, high-risk allocations. She advised adding largecap or passive funds for stability, increasing SIPs for long-term wealth creation, and avoiding NFOs driven by low NAV hype. Her key message: invest strategically, diversify, and align portfolios with personal financial goals.Read More

Studds Accessories share price: Studds Accessories, India’s largest helmet manufacturer, experienced a weak market debut, listing below its IPO price despite strong investor demand. The company, which raised Rs 455 crore through an OFS, saw its shares open lower on both NSE and BSE. Despite a blockbuster IPO subscribed 73.3 times, the stock’s initial performance...Read More

The Indian rupee faced depreciation against the US dollar on Friday, with foreign investors exiting the Indian capital markets. The domestic stock exchange experienced significant sell-offs. Concurrently, crude oil prices were on the rise in global markets. Notably, October saw a deceleration in growth within India’s services sector, leading to the rupee’s final settlement at...Read More

Gold and silver opened with small gains on MCX, trading near key resistance levels amid high volatility and profit-taking. Analysts expect the metals to remain range-bound, supported by safe-haven demand and geopolitical tensions. A breakout above Rs 1,21,750 for gold and Rs 1,50,000 for silver could trigger a fresh rally, experts said.Read More