Tech Mahindra reported steady quarterly results. A significant deal with Orange in Europe offers future revenue potential. The company is supporting AI firms through cloud services. A recent headcount reduction is noted. Analysts are awaiting management guidance for FY27 to assess future growth prospects. Dividend yield is a key attraction for investors.Read More

Several Gulf allies and Asian economies are seeking US dollar liquidity through foreign exchange swap lines, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. This move aims to stabilize global financial markets amid geopolitical stress and currency volatility, reinforcing the US dollar’s dominant global role. Discussions are ongoing, particularly with the UAE.Read More

Japan’s Nikkei surged past the 60,000 mark for the first time, driven by strong gains in technology stocks and easing geopolitical tensions. However, the index later pared gains as broader market weakness and narrow participation weighed on sentiment, highlighting a rally concentrated in select large-cap tech names rather than broad-based strength.Read More

Delta Corp shares fell over 3% after reporting a 90% year-on-year drop in Q4 profit, alongside weaker revenue and EBITDA performance. Despite announcing a dividend, the stock remains under pressure, with long-term weakness intact even as valuations appear inexpensive and technical indicators signal mixed momentum with overbought near-term conditions.Read More

Havells shares fell sharply on Thursday after a weak Q4, with revenue growth slowing and EBITDA declining. A sharp rise in other income boosted profit, but brokerages flagged margin pressures and muted demand. Morgan Stanley downgraded the stock, while Goldman Sachs and Nuvama trimmed targets but maintained positive long-term views.Read More

HSBC has downgraded Indian equities to “underweight,” citing surging energy prices from the Middle East war as a threat to the country’s earnings recovery. With Brent crude above $100 a barrel, inflation and growth risks are elevated, making India less attractive than North East Asian peers. Earnings forecasts are expected to be revised lower, and...Read More

IBM shares fell in after-hours trading after its Q1 results signalled a slowdown in revenue growth, particularly in its software division. While earnings beat estimates, concerns around AI-driven disruption and softer segment performance weighed on sentiment. Strong infrastructure growth and enterprise demand provided some support to the overall outlook.Read More

Futures open interest surged over 13% across nine NSE stocks, led by Tata Elxsi, Havells, CDSL, HCL Tech and SBI Life, signaling rising trader participation and expanding derivative positions.Read More

SBI Life Insurance shares dipped 3% after reporting a 1% net profit decline in Q4 FY26, despite a 16% rise in net premium income. Brokerages remain bullish, maintaining ‘Buy’ ratings with targets around Rs 2,400, citing stable performance and strong distribution networks. Management targets 14% APE growth and improved VNB margins.Read More

Indian IT sector outlook is positive. Fund manager Sandip Agarwal believes the worst is over. A 20-30% index return is possible soon. Clients are returning to normal decision-making after AI clarity. Companies can achieve 6-7% dollar revenue growth. Investors should avoid ER&D exposure. FY27 is expected to be better than FY26.Read More