Indian equity markets concluded last week with a third consecutive gain, driven by improving sentiment and sustained buying. Market expert Rajesh Palviya noted a strong bullish Marubozu candle on the weekly chart, indicating robust buying action. He advised a ‘buy on decline’ strategy as Nifty holds above 24,100, with potential rallies towards 24,600–24,700 if it...Read More

HCL Technologies is poised for a mixed March quarter, anticipating steady year-on-year growth but a sequential dip due to software seasonality and rising costs. While revenue is projected to climb annually, a slight quarterly decline is expected. Margins may face pressure from wage hikes and restructuring. Investors await insights on future guidance and AI’s impact.Read More

HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Yes Bank delivered steady FY26 performances with healthy earnings growth and improved asset quality. While ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank attracted positive brokerage outlooks with strong fundamentals, analysts remain cautious on Yes Bank, citing valuation concerns and sustainability risks despite sharp profit growth in the latest quarter.Read More

Shares of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited rallied nearly 5% after the company posted an 18% YoY rise in its FY26 provisional turnover to Rs 32,350 crore. Strong order inflows, a Rs 2.4 lakh crore order book, and steady project execution boosted sentiment, though technical indicators signal overbought conditions.Read More

Yes Bank shares rose after reporting a strong March quarter with sharp growth in net profit and net interest income, alongside improved asset quality. However, brokerages remain cautious, citing expensive valuations, reliance on recoveries, and below-industry growth, raising concerns over the sustainability of profitability and near-term upside potential in the stock.Read More

Gold and silver prices declined on MCX amid a stronger U.S. dollar and escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, which pushed oil prices higher and revived inflation concerns. Analysts advise a buy-on-dips strategy despite volatility, citing key support levels and geopolitical developments influencing precious metals.Read More

Brokerages remain bullish on ICICI Bank after a strong quarter, citing stable margins, healthy loan growth and improving asset quality. Motilal Oswal, Elara Capital and JM Financial maintained buy ratings, with target prices up to Rs 1,783. They expect steady returns, strong buffers and consistent execution to support premium valuations and earnings growth over FY27-28.Read More

Reliance Industries Limited will consider a dividend this week alongside its Q4 FY26 results. The Mukesh Ambani-led firm has a long dividend track record, rewarding over 42 lakh shareholders, even as investors watch earnings closely amid volatile oil prices and global market uncertainties.Read More

HDFC Bank’s shares dipped despite a 9% net profit rise to Rs 19,221 crore for the March quarter. While interest income saw a slight decline, return on assets improved. Analysts largely maintain buy or outperform ratings, citing strong deposit growth, resilient margins, and attractive valuations, though some caution on near-term growth acceleration.Read More

Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited has secured Securities and Exchange Board of India approval to launch a coal exchange subsidiary, marking a strategic push into energy markets. The move aims to create a transparent, tech-driven platform for coal trading, enhancing price discovery and expanding MCX’s commodity ecosystem presence.Read More