Warren Buffett has issued a stark warning about the increasing “gambling” culture in financial markets, likening them to a “church with a casino attached.” He cautions that speculative behavior, particularly with ultra-short-term trading instruments, is distorting asset prices and increasing risks for investors.Read More

Indian stock markets opened higher on Monday, with Sensex and Nifty gaining significantly as investors assessed state election results. Despite a jump in market volatility, broader markets and key sectors like IT and Realty saw strong gains.Read More

Gold and silver prices opened flat on MCX as investors tracked inflation risks driven by elevated crude oil prices and monitored US-Iran developments. Analysts see consolidation in gold with key support and resistance levels in focus, while silver shows a stable bias, awaiting a breakout for further directional momentum.Read More

Vodafone Idea shares are in focus after the government reduced AGR dues by 27% to Rs 64,046 crore, easing financial stress. The move, along with a structured repayment plan, has improved investor sentiment, with Citi issuing a bullish call, citing better prospects for fundraising and network expansion.Read More

Indian investors are watching a key week for US stocks. Major indices have hit record highs. Corporate earnings are strong, but oil prices are surging. Labour market data will also be important. The US Federal Reserve is signaling caution on interest rates. This could impact market sentiment and valuations. Investors are balancing growth with economic...Read More

Wall Street’s ‘sell in May’ advice might be a mistake this year. Despite historical trends, the S&P 500’s strong rebound, fueled by easing geopolitical tensions and robust corporate earnings, suggests a different approach. Investors face a dilemma: stick to tradition or capitalize on current market momentum and economic resilience.Read More

His warning carries weight. ValueQuest has been quietly repositioning for months by moving capital away from consumption-oriented exposures and steering clear of IT services entirely, even before the geopolitical shock that roiled markets over the past two months.Read More

Shares of Kotak Mahindra Bank fell despite posting a solid Q4FY26 performance, with net profit rising 13.3% YoY and NII up 8.1%. Asset quality improved, with both gross and net NPAs declining. Despite the positive results, the stock slipped, but Morgan Stanley remains bullish, maintaining an “Overweight” ratingRead More

CDSL reported mixed Q4 FY26 results with profit declining despite steady revenue growth and improved operating performance. Margins narrowed while total income saw modest gains. The company crossed a milestone in demat accounts, reflecting rising investor participation, and maintained a stable outlook amid volatility, with continued focus on technology and infrastructure investment.Read More

Five stocks from the Nifty500 universe closed over 2% above their VWAP on April 30, indicating strong intraday buying and improving sentiment. A close above VWAP signals price strength during the session and is considered a short-term bullish indicator, suggesting sustained accumulation and potential for continued upward momentum.Read More