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Finance US Stock Markets Rally as Chip Stock Gains Lift Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow
US stock markets rallied yesterday, with chip stocks driving the Nasdaq Composite up 2.8% to end a six-day losing streak. Meanwhile, the US Bureau of Economic Analysis reported second-quarter GDP growth slowed to 1.5% from 2.1%, and June PCE price inflation cooled to 3.7% annually.
Business Domestic funds reach record 21% stake in Indian companies as FPI ownership drops to 17%
Domestic institutional investors have raised their ownership of Nifty 500 companies to an all-time high of 21%, while FPI ownership declined to 17% — down from 21.5% a decade ago. According to Motilal Oswal Financial Services, domestic funds infused nearly $166 billion over 22 months, offsetting $58 billion of FPI outflows. The report called the ownership shift structural, with DII holdings rising for nine consecutive quarters.
Finance Wall Street Rebounds on Tech Rally as Microsoft Surges 15% on Strong Earnings, Nasdaq Climbs 1.8%
US stocks rebounded on Thursday, with the Nasdaq Composite climbing 1.8% as Microsoft surged 15.2% on strong quarterly earnings. The S&P 500 rose 0.9%, recovering half of Wednesday's decline, while the Dow gained 250 points. Meta Platforms fell 8.9% on disappointing earnings. Treasury yields eased slightly after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh offered little clarity on rate policy. Economic data showed slower growth and persistent inflation.
Business Sensex, Nifty Trade Flat After Rebound; Rupee Gains on Foreign Inflows, Asian Markets Mixed
Indian equity benchmarks traded flat on Thursday after a strong rebound the previous session, while the rupee strengthened 13 paise to 95.63 against the US dollar on foreign capital inflows. Asian markets were mixed, with gains in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan offset by losses in Hong Kong and China. Microsoft reported a 31% jump in net profit, driven by cloud and AI growth.
Finance Asian stocks trade mixed after Fed holds rates; Kospi rallies 4%, Shenzhen slips 300 points
Asian stocks showed mixed performance after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady. South Korea's Kospi rallied 3.55% while China's Shenzhen declined 2.19%. The Fed's split decision and 30-year treasury yields hitting 19-year highs fueled uncertainty, with the dollar weakening. South Korea's market saw $2 trillion wiped out amid AI sell-off, prompting Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol to apologize for single-stock leveraged ETFs.
Business Meta shares fall 11% as investor frustration grows over $130bn AI spending plans
Meta shares fell 11% on Wednesday after Q2 results revealed a 14% profit drop despite 28% revenue growth. Investors balked at CEO Mark Zuckerberg's plan to spend $130bn-$145bn this year, mostly on AI. The company also announced plans to sell AI models to other businesses.
Business Wall Street declines as Federal Reserve policy review looms; oil prices surge on Iran hostilities
US stocks traded lower on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve's two-day policy meeting concluded, with markets pricing a 36% probability of a rate hike. Oil prices surged 5.6% to $86.64 a barrel after Iran launched a missile attack on US forces, heightening supply concerns.
Finance South Korea's Kospi tumbles 6% as SK Hynix miss, AI spending fears trigger chip rout
South Korea's benchmark Kospi index plunged 6% on Wednesday, closing at 5,663.24, its lowest since early April. The selloff was led by a 9.4% drop in SK Hynix after quarterly earnings missed forecasts, and a 4.8% decline in Samsung Electronics. Renewed concerns over high AI valuations and China's progress in low-cost AI models weighed on the sector, with regional markets like Japan's Nikkei and Taiwan's Taiex also falling.
Business US stock market flat as S&P 500 and Dow barely move, Nasdaq slides over 1% on chip rout
Wall Street traded mixed on Tuesday with the S&P 500 flat and Dow Jones gaining 385 points, while the Nasdaq Composite slipped over 1% dragged by a selloff in semiconductor stocks. Micron fell 8.4%, AMD 7.7%, and Nvidia 1.1% on renewed concerns over AI-driven demand sustainability and rising Chinese competition. Broader market sentiment was supported by strong earnings from Coca-Cola, Sherwin-Williams, and Illinois Tool Works.
Business South Korea's KOSPI Crashes 10.8%: Circuit Breaker Triggered as Semiconductor Rout Deepens
South Korea's KOSPI plunged 10.84% on Tuesday, its worst session in five months, driven by a rout in semiconductor stocks SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. A circuit breaker was triggered for the eighth time this year. Foreign investors net sold 5 trillion won ($3.42 billion), while concerns over Chinese chipmaker CXMT's blockbuster IPO added to selling pressure.
Business Nifty IT Surges Nearly 4% as Tech Stocks Lead Market Rally Amid Global Selloff
The Nifty IT index surged 3.75% as heavyweight tech stocks rallied, while Indian benchmark indices opened marginally lower ahead of the US Federal Reserve decision. In contrast, South Korea's Kospi tumbled more than 9% and Japan's Nikkei fell over 4%, driven by a global semiconductor selloff amid AI boom sustainability concerns.
Technology Chip stocks plunge in US and Asia as AI investment doubts rattle markets
Shares in major chip firms fell sharply in the US and Asia as a sell-off in AI-related stocks deepened. South Korea's Kospi was temporarily halted after sliding 8%, with Samsung and SK Hynix down over 10%. Nvidia lost its position as the world's most valuable company to Apple, and analysts are questioning whether AI investments can become profitable.
Finance Rupee Surges 66 Paise on RBI Governor's Remarks; Sensex Jumps 776 Points
The Indian rupee strengthened sharply on Monday, closing at 95.91 against the US dollar, up 66 paise, after RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra signalled the currency is undervalued and highlighted robust foreign inflows. The central bank's intervention amplified gains, with Brent crude falling 10% to below $88 per barrel. The Sensex jumped 776 points to settle at 76,836, while the Nifty rose 229 points to 23,996.
Business Stock market today: BSE Sensex rallies over 750 points, Nifty50 ends shy of 24,000 - top reasons for rise
Indian equity markets rallied strongly on July 27, 2026, with BSE Sensex closing up 776 points (1.02%) at 76,835.78 and Nifty50 ending at 23,995.95, up 228 points (0.96%), snapping a five-day losing streak. The rally was driven by easing Iran-US tensions, a sharp decline in crude oil prices, value buying after last week's correction, and falling US Treasury yields.
Business BSE Sensex Surges Over 800 Points, Nifty50 Tops 24,000 as Oil Drop and Geopolitical Easing Boost Sentiment
Indian benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty50 surged on July 27, 2026, with the Sensex gaining over 800 points to 76,859 and the Nifty crossing 24,000. The rally was fueled by a sharp decline in crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. Meanwhile, Mangalam Worldwide Ltd reported an 18.7% rise in quarterly profit.
Finance IPO Buzz: Over a Dozen Companies Set to Raise Rs 25,000 Crore in August 2026
Over a dozen Indian companies, including Zepto, Truhome Finance, and Shiprocket, are set to launch IPOs in August 2026, collectively targeting over Rs 25,000 crore. The offerings include fresh equity and offer-for-sale components, reflecting improving investor sentiment and market stability, according to merchant bankers.
Business July FPI Inflows Hit Rs 42,000 Crore, Topping February Record as Equity Buying Resumes
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) recorded total inflows of nearly Rs 41,796 crore in July, the strongest month in 2026, breaking a four-month equity selling streak. Equity inflows of $1.6 billion were aided by participation in the SBI Funds IPO, while debt markets attracted $9.5 billion year-to-date. Despite the recovery, year-to-date total FPI flows remain negative at $18.4 billion.
Business Top-10 Firms Shed Rs 2.74 Lakh Crore in Market Value; HDFC Bank Takes Biggest Hit
A weak week on Dalal Street erased Rs 2.74 lakh crore from the combined market capitalisation of nine of India's 10 most-valued firms. HDFC Bank recorded the sharpest fall of Rs 1,18,383.91 crore, while Hindustan Unilever was the only gainer. The BSE Sensex dropped 2.67% and the Nifty fell 2.32% amid rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions.
Business Sensex Plunges 916 Points Intraday, Nifty Closes Below 23,800: Five Key Triggers Behind Market Crash
Indian equity markets extended their losing streak to a fifth consecutive session on Friday, July 24, with the BSE Sensex plunging as much as 916.96 points intraday before closing 331.62 points lower at 76,059.77 and the Nifty settling at 23,767.45. The sell-off was driven by escalating Middle East tensions pushing crude oil above $100 per barrel, renewed US trade tariffs, relentless FII outflows, weakness across Asian markets, and selling in heavyweight stocks like Infosys and HDFC Bank.
Business BSE Sensex Plunges Over 600 Points, Nifty50 Slips Below 24,050 as Pharma Stocks Tumble on Trump Tariff Plan
Indian equity markets opened sharply lower on Wednesday, with the BSE Sensex dropping 611.02 points to 76,859.09 and the Nifty50 slipping below 24,050. The decline was driven by a slump in pharmaceutical stocks following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a phased tariff plan on imported generic medicines, elevated crude oil prices, and selling in banking stocks. The Nifty Pharma index fell nearly 2%, with major pharma stocks declining 2–2.5%.
Business Hatsun Agro Product Q1FY27 PAT flat at ₹133 crore on higher material costs despite 19% revenue growth
Hatsun Agro Product (HAP) reported a 1.5% decline in PAT to ₹133 crore for Q1FY27, impacted by a 37% rise in material costs, despite revenue growing 19% to ₹3,093 crore. Chairman RG Chandramogan highlighted strong brand equity and an expanded network of 42,000+ retail outlets across 22 manufacturing facilities in six states.
Finance SBI Funds Management Listing Makes Employees Crorepatis; Stock Debuts at 7% Premium to IPO Price
SBI Funds Management shares listed at a 6.27% premium on the BSE and at Rs 613.30 on the NSE, with 13 employees holding equity stakes valued at over Rs 1 crore each at the IPO price. Deputy MD Devinder Pal Singh's vested shares alone are worth Rs 121 crore. The IPO was subscribed 42 times, driven by strong institutional demand.
Finance Young Retail Investors Bet Big on Tech Stocks Amid AI Rally and Volatile Markets
A wave of young retail investors is betting heavily on tech stocks, drawn by the AI-driven rally. However, extreme volatility, margin borrowing risks, and analyst warnings about overvaluation pose significant hazards for these traders.
Business Sensex Falls 443 Points, Nifty Slips 96 as Markets End Lower; Midcap, Smallcap Gain
Indian benchmark equity indices declined on the trading day, with the Sensex falling 443 points and the Nifty losing 96 points. However, broader market indices—Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100—posted gains. The rupee weakened against the US dollar, while crude oil prices showed mixed movement and precious metals edged higher.
Business Top Stocks to Buy: Saatvik Green Energy and Unimech Aerospace Recommended for July 20 Week
Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk has selected Saatvik Green Energy (SGEL) and Unimech Aerospace as top stock picks for the week starting July 20, 2026. SGEL is a solar module manufacturer with planned expansion into integrated solar production, while Unimech Aerospace supplies tooling to major aerospace OEMs and is diversifying into precision components. Both stocks are expected to deliver strong revenue and profit growth over FY26–28E.
Business Top-5 Valued Firms Add Rs 1.54 Lakh Crore in Market Cap; TCS Emerges Biggest Gainer
Five of India's 10 most-valued companies added Rs 1.54 lakh crore to their market capitalisation last week. TCS was the biggest gainer, adding Rs 72,072 crore after reporting a 4.61% rise in June-quarter net profit. The rally was driven by encouraging IT sector earnings and renewed buying in financial stocks.
Business Kolte-Patil Developers Q1 Sales Flat at ₹617 Crore, Realisation Jumps 29%
Kolte-Patil Developers reported flat sales bookings of ₹617 crore in Q1FY27, unchanged from ₹616 crore a year ago. However, average sales realisation surged 29% to ₹9,442 per sq ft, driven by price revisions and a higher share of Mumbai projects. Collections increased 30% to ₹715 crore, indicating strong execution momentum.
Business Indian Benchmark Indices Post Modest Weekly Gains on Strong Buying Despite Global Headwinds
Indian benchmark equity indices registered modest weekly gains, with the Sensex rising 0.75% and the Nifty 50 gaining over half a percent, supported by strong buying following better-than-expected earnings from heavyweight companies. Broader market indices underperformed, with the Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 declining. The Indian rupee depreciated 96 paise against the US dollar during the week.
Business Sensex Surges 965 Points on Q1 Earnings Optimism, Nifty Hits 24,330
Benchmark Indian equity indices surged on Friday, with the Sensex climbing 965 points and Nifty reaching 24,330, propelled by buying in blue-chip stocks including Reliance Industries, bank and IT shares. Tech Mahindra led gains after reporting a 28.4% rise in Q1 net profit to Rs 1,465 crore. The rupee strengthened 14 paise to 96.3 against the US dollar, while Brent crude rose 1.79% to $85.5 per barrel.
Business Apple Reclaims World's Most Valuable Company Title, Overtaking Nvidia After Chipmaker's Shares Drop
Apple Inc has regained the title of world's most valuable company, surpassing Nvidia after the chipmaker's shares declined 3.7% on Friday. Apple's market capitalization rose to approximately $4.9 trillion, while Nvidia's fell to about $4.8 trillion. The shift reflects investor rotation from AI beneficiaries to firms with long-term growth potential, supported by Apple's China AI approval and an HSBC upgrade.
Business Oberoi Realty Q1 Profit Rises 29% to ₹543.51 Crore, Total Income Up 27%
Oberoi Realty reported a 29% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to ₹543.51 crore for the June quarter, driven by higher total income which rose 27% to ₹1,361.69 crore. The Mumbai-based developer, one of India's leading real estate firms, disclosed the results in a regulatory filing on July 17, 2026.
Finance Asian Markets Tumble as AI Stock Sell-Off Deepens; Nikkei Sinks Nearly 6%, HSI Plunges 2%
Asian stock markets fell sharply on Friday as the sell-off in artificial intelligence-related shares deepened, with Japan's Nikkei 225 leading losses, dropping 5.8% to 62,945.97. Taiwan's benchmark fell over 5%, Hong Kong's Hang Seng index slipped 2%, and China's Shanghai Composite lost 1.6%. Oil prices extended gains on Middle East tensions. Indian equities bucked the trend, rising nearly 1%.
Finance Rupee Rises 14 Paise as Dalal Street Rally Offsets Geopolitical Headwinds
The Indian rupee strengthened 14 paise to 96.28 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, supported by a rally in equity markets. However, gains were limited by sustained foreign fund outflows, firm crude oil prices, and escalating Middle East tensions. The dollar index edged up 0.02% to 100.78, while Brent crude rose 0.39% to $84.83 per barrel.
Business Wipro Q1 Revenue Falls 1.4% to $2.6 Billion, Trails Peers Amid AI-Led Spending Shift
Wipro's June-quarter revenue declined 1.4% sequentially to $2.6 billion, missing the performance of larger peers TCS and HCLTech. Operating margin fell 130 basis points to 16% due to wage hikes and AI investments. CEO Srini Pallia said clients are shifting IT budgets toward AI, lengthening decision cycles and reducing discretionary spending.
Trump Media to Launch Paid Data Feed of Truth Social Posts for Wall Street Firms
Trump Media & Technology Group, owner of Truth Social, is launching a paid service on 1 August to provide Wall Street firms with instant access to posts from key accounts, including potentially President Trump's. The service aims to create a steady revenue stream for the loss-making company and meets demand from traders seeking to react quickly to market-moving statements on trade and tariffs. Interim CEO Kevin McGurn said the move will block current unauthorized data copying, forcing firms to buy the official feed.
Business Asian Markets End Positive as European Indices Trade in Negative Territory
Asian stock markets ended on a positive note led by South Korea's Kospi surging over 6.2%, while European indices traded in negative territory with Germany's DAX declining 0.6%.
Finance SpaceX Share Price Falls Below IPO Price, Down 41% From Peak in Volatile Trading
SpaceX's share price dropped to $132.62 on Wednesday, below its initial public offering price of $135, and has fallen 41% from its post-float peak, BBC News reported. The decline reverses an initial frenzy that valued the company above Amazon and Microsoft and made Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. If the price holds or falls further, investors who purchased at the IPO stand to lose money.
Finance Kospi Plunges 7% into Bear Market as Strait of Hormuz Closure Sparks Global Sell-Off
South Korea's Kospi index fell 511 points to 6,964.76, a 7% decline, placing it in bear market territory 25% below June peak. The sell-off was triggered by Iran's claim of closing the Strait of Hormuz, pushing oil prices up more than 4%. Technology heavyweights SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics led losses, falling 10% and 6% respectively. Despite the correction, the Kospi remains the world's best-performing major index in 2026, up 63% year-to-date.
Finance SpaceX IPO: Historic Debut Fades as Shares Sink 35% From Peak in First Month
SpaceX's record-breaking IPO on 12 June 2026 saw shares surge to an intraday high of $225, surpassing Amazon and Microsoft in market value. However, by the end of its first month, shares had fallen to around $145, down 18% from the first-day high and 35% from the peak, driven by Starlink price cuts and broader tech selloffs. Analysts note early retail investors are now 'definitely underwater.'
Business Tech Stocks Tumble on AI Spending Fears, Nasdaq Sheds 2% as Chipmakers Slide
Technology stocks suffered a sharp sell-off on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq falling about 2% as concerns over the sustainability of AI spending triggered a wave of selling. Chipmakers Nvidia and Intel were hit hardest, and newly public SpaceX experienced a volatile session. Analysts are split on whether the pullback is a temporary pause or the start of a larger retreat.
Business Sensex slides 900 points as global tech sell-off weighs on Indian markets
The BSE Sensex plunged nearly 900 points to 76,201 on Tuesday, driven by a global tech sell-off triggered by a 10% crash in Korea's Kospi following a regulatory warning and weakness in US AI stocks. Foreign institutional investors were net buyers at Rs 18 crore, while domestic investors recorded Rs 680 crore net inflow. Market capitalisation on BSE fell by Rs 5.5 lakh crore to Rs 475.1 lakh crore, with metal and IT indices down 3% and 2.2% respectively.
Business Elon Musk loses trillionaire status as SpaceX shares plunge 30% in tech rout
Elon Musk's net worth fell to $957 billion, losing his trillionaire status after a sharp sell-off in Tesla and SpaceX shares. SpaceX stock dropped over 30% from its intraday peak amid a broader technology rout driven by AI bubble concerns and higher interest rate expectations. The Nasdaq Composite declined 2.2% and the semiconductor index slid 7.9%.
Business TOI Business Desk Highlights Financial Calculators Amid Market Holiday Queries
The TOI Business Desk, a dedicated team from The Times of India, provides a suite of financial calculators to help users estimate loan installments, SIP returns, PPF maturity, FD returns, NPS pension, and mutual fund values. These tools aim to assist investors in navigating financial planning amid market uncertainties.
Business Micron overtakes Meta in market value as AI boom fuels rally
Micron Technology's market capitalization surpassed Meta Platforms and Tesla on Thursday, driven by a strong fourth-quarter forecast and $22 billion in customer commitments for AI memory chips. The rally reflects surging demand for memory and storage products powering artificial intelligence systems.
Business AI Stocks Sink Again, Pulling Wall Street Towards Weekly Loss as S&P 500 Falls 0.6%
Wall Street fell on Friday as another sharp selloff in AI-linked stocks pushed the S&P 500 towards its second weekly decline in 13 weeks. The S&P 500 dropped 0.6%, the Nasdaq Composite fell 1%, and the Dow lost 223 points. Losses were led by Micron Technology (-5.5%), while Asian markets also tumbled, with Japan's Nikkei down 4.2% and South Korea's KOSPI off 5.8%.
Business What NSE and Jio Platforms IPOs reveal about India's changing economy
India's National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Jio Platforms have filed for IPOs expected to raise a combined $7.3bn, marking a shift in the country's economic landscape. The listings highlight the financialisation of household savings and the digital revolution driven by Jio's cheap data tariffs.
Business Jio IPO: Project Jupiter Revealed — How Reliance Quietly Engineered India's Largest Public Offering
Reliance Industries internally code-named its Jio Platforms IPO preparation 'Project Jupiter,' involving tight secrecy, regulatory engagement, and investor coordination. The offering, targeting the first half of 2026, became India's largest after Reliance restructured the deal to address market conditions.
Business Wall Street edges higher on quarter-end optimism as Nvidia rebounds; June still set to end lower
US stocks edged higher on the final trading session of June, led by a rebound in AI stocks like Nvidia. However, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are set for their first monthly declines after two strong months, despite strong quarterly performance. Investors await key employment data amid expectations of further rate hikes.
Business Trump Says Stock Market Driving His Profits After $1.4 Billion Crypto Income Disclosure
President Donald Trump said he does not manage his personal finances and that his gains are tied to the stock market's performance, after a financial disclosure revealed over $1.4 billion in income from cryptocurrency ventures. The disclosure shows nearly $800 million from World Liberty Financial and $635 million from the $TRUMP meme coin, making digital assets his largest income source. The White House rejected conflict-of-interest concerns.
Business US Stocks Mixed as Micron Surges on AI Outlook, Apple Slides After Price Hikes
US stocks traded mixed on Thursday as a rally in AI-linked chipmakers, led by Micron Technology, offset losses in Apple after it announced price increases. The Dow rose 228 points, while the Nasdaq fell 1.2%. Micron surged 9.7% on strong earnings and forecast, easing AI valuation concerns. Apple dropped 4.8% after 15-20% Mac price hikes, attributed to rising memory costs. Markets also found support from easing Treasury yields after in-line inflation data.
Business Why BSE Sensex Surged Nearly 800 Points: Top Reasons Behind Today's Rally
The BSE Sensex surged 791 points to close at 76,991 on Wednesday, driven by global market recovery, RBI Governor's dovish comments, falling crude oil prices, optimism over a US-India trade deal, and continued foreign investor buying. IT and banking stocks led the gains.
Business Indian equities close lower as IT stocks drag, EV stocks rally on Delhi policy boost
Indian equity markets ended lower on June 30 as selling in IT stocks dragged benchmarks, while EV stocks rallied after Delhi announced a new EV policy. Nifty closed at 23,865.75, down 0.34%, and Sensex settled at 76,478.67, down 0.33%. Broader markets showed resilience with Nifty Smallcap 100 gaining 1.02%.
Business Trump Claims 'Soaring' Economy on Record Stock Rally, Tax Cuts Ahead of Independence Day
President Donald Trump on Friday declared the US economy was 'soaring,' pointing to a record quarterly stock market performance, tax cuts, narrowing trade deficit, and surging investment. His remarks came ahead of the nation's 250th Independence Day and were amplified by a Mount Rushmore speech and a CNBC interview.
Business Dalal Street Outlook: TCS Earnings, Crude Oil, Fed Minutes to Drive Stock Market This Week
Indian equity markets enter a pivotal week with the June-quarter earnings season beginning, led by TCS on July 9. Investors will also track crude oil prices around $68-69 a barrel, US Federal Reserve minutes, and progress of the southwest monsoon. Last week, the BSE Sensex rose 0.86% and the Nifty gained 0.89%.
Business Growth, not gloom: Morgan Stanley keeps bullish stance on Indian equities
Morgan Stanley reaffirms its bullish stance on Indian equities, arguing the recent market cool-off is temporary. The brokerage expects stronger economic growth to reverse the relative de-rating and support a recovery, while downplaying structural concerns about demographics and AI.
Business Wall Street Opens Higher as AI Stocks Rebound; Nasdaq Gains 0.8%
Wall Street opened higher on Monday, led by a rebound in AI stocks. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% and the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.8%. Major movers included Broadcom (+5.7%), TeraWulf (+16.9% on a $19B Anthropic deal), and SpaceX (+2.4% ahead of Nasdaq 100 inclusion). Markets also weighed SK Hynix's planned $28 billion US listing and OPEC+'s production increase.
Business Sensex Climbs 521 Points, Nifty Crosses 24,400; Fourth Consecutive Winning Session
Indian benchmark indices advanced nearly 0.7% on Monday, with the Sensex gaining 521 points to close at 78,285 and the Nifty adding 160 points to settle at 24,430. The rally, the fourth consecutive winning session, was led by HDFC Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Bharat Electronics, while Kotak Mahindra Bank, TCS, and Bajaj Finserv declined. Sectorally, realty and private banks outperformed, while PSU banks and IT lagged.
Business Markets Rise to 10-Week High as Easing Crude and Strong Banking Update Fuel Rally
Indian equity benchmarks rose to a 10-week high on Monday, driven by a sharp rally in HDFC Bank after a strong quarterly business update and a decline in crude oil prices. The Nifty and Sensex each gained 0.7% to close at 24,430 and 78,285 respectively, rising 2.4% in four sessions. Lower oil prices due to easing West Asia tensions also supported broader sentiment.
Business Mankind Pharma, Bajaj Auto, UNO Minda, Jubilant FoodWorks: Top Stocks to Buy on July 7, 2026 — Technical Picks by Mirae Asset Sharekhan
Somil Mehta, Head of Retail Research at Mirae Asset Sharekhan, has identified four stocks — Mankind Pharma, Bajaj Auto, UNO Minda, and Jubilant FoodWorks — as top buys for July 7, 2026, based on technical analysis. Each stock comes with specific buy ranges, stop-loss levels, and target prices, supported by bullish chart patterns and momentum indicators.
Business Kospi's AI Rally Collapses: South Korean Benchmark Tumbles 7%, Sidecar Triggered
South Korea's benchmark KOSPI tumbled over 7% on Tuesday, reversing from record highs, as investors sold AI-heavy technology stocks despite strong Samsung earnings. The Korea Exchange activated a sell-side sidecar, and the rout hit major names like Samsung, SK Hynix, and Hanwha Ocean.