Japan’s Nikkei index saw a slight dip on Tuesday, with tech stocks leading the decline. Despite this, the Nikkei is on track for a significant annual gain, its third consecutive. SoftBank’s acquisition news and a broader tech pullback from Wall Street contributed to the day’s movements, though analysts suggest end-of-year adjustments are a key factor.Read More

Motilal Oswal has turned bullish on select defence stocks after the Defence Acquisition Council approved capital proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore. The brokerage sees Bharat Electronics, Hindustan Aeronautics, Bharat Dynamics and Astra Microwave Products benefiting from a strong defence procurement pipeline over the medium term.Read More

Indian equity markets are poised for a strong 2026. Experts anticipate an earnings-upgrade cycle, which will support market uptrends. Consumer discretionary and financial sectors are expected to lead. Precious metals will serve as a strategic asset. The rupee’s volatility is expected to be managed. Flexibility in portfolio construction is key for investors.Read More

India’s ₹79,000 crore defence procurement approval will strengthen long-term order visibility for defence firms, says Elara Securities’ Harshit Kapadia. While near-term execution may be limited, major beneficiaries include Bharat Electronics, Bharat Dynamics and Solar Industries. The move boosts indigenisation, MSME participation and private-sector integration, with larger order inflows expected from FY28 onward.Read More

Indian equities enter 2026 on a mature footing, shifting from liquidity-driven gains to an earnings-focused environment. Investors must prioritize stock-specific conviction and balance-sheet strength as broad market exposure yields to selective, bottom-up stock picking. Key sectors like financials, capital goods, and select exporters are poised for growth.Read More

Five Nifty 500 stocks closed more than 1% above their VWAP levels on December 29, signalling strong intraday accumulation and improving sentiment. A close above VWAP indicates prices strengthened through the session, often viewed as a short-term bullish signal reflecting active buying interest and potential continuation of upward momentum.Read More

Five stocks in the NSE F&O segment saw a sharp rise in futures open interest, driving a cumulative increase of over 8% compared with the previous trading session.Read More

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) shares are set to gain attention following the announcement of new defence orders worth Rs 569 crore. These significant orders, spanning various strategic products like radars and communication equipment, bolster BEL’s position in India’s defence manufacturing. This comes as the Defence Acquisition Council also approved proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore, boosting...Read More

Honasa Consumer, Mamaearth’s parent, is in focus as promoter Varun Alagh boosted his stake by acquiring shares from Fireside Ventures for Rs 50 crore. This move comes as the company shows improved profitability and revenue growth, despite its stock trading below its IPO price. The beauty and personal care firm operates popular brands like Mamaearth...Read More

Sundrex Oil Company’s IPO debuts on NSE SME with zero grey market premium, indicating subdued listing expectations despite steady fundamentals. The Rs 32.25 crore issue, entirely a fresh issue, saw moderate overall subscription, with retail investors driving demand.Read More