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Nifty Mon 19 October 2026

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Why are markets rising today? Sensex settles 400 pts higher, Nifty gains for 2nd day. 4 factors behind the surge

On friday, benchmark indices sensex and nifty extended their gains for a second consecutive session. it stocks, which rose significantly, contributed to the market rally alongside gains in auto, metal, and psu banking stocks. additionally, us bond yields f
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Federal Bank Q2 profit jumps 45% to record Rs 1,386 crore

Federal bank posted record q2 profit of rs 1,386 crore, up 45% year-on-year, as net interest income climbed 26%. advances grew 22% and deposits 19%, while asset quality improved, with gross npas declining to 1.32% during the september quarter.
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

TIPS Music zooms 10% to hit 52-wk high after Q2 nos, ?6.50/share dividend

For the july-september quarter, tips music reported a 23 per cent y-o-y increase in the profit after tax (pat) at ?65.5 crore.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Derivatives volumes may recover after settlement rule changes: Analysts

Sebi will restore the volume-weighted average price method for expiry-day derivatives settlement from december 7, following trader concerns over sharp price swings
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Global Market: Japan's Nikkei rebounds after six-session losing streak; weekly loss nears 5%

Japan’s nikkei rebounded 1.75% after six consecutive sessions of losses, supported by bargain hunting and gains in technology and banking stocks. however, the index remained on track for a weekly decline as investors awaited corporate earnings and us midte
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

HDFC Life Insurance sheds 3% post Q2 results; brokerages remain upbeat

Analysts at systematix institutional research and elara securities retained a 'buy' rating on hdfc life stock, highlighting that value of new business in q2 came in ahead of q2 estimates.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Rupee rises 1.9% in a week, closes below 95 per dollar

The indian rupee strengthened 1.9% this week to close at 94.96 per dollar, its strongest weekly gain in seven months. aggressive rbi measures curbed dollar demand, while a weaker dollar index supported the currency despite corporate buying pressure.
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

India’s clean power firms prepare for an AI-fuelled data center demand surge

India is preparing to accommodate increased demand for renewable energy from data centers driven by artificial intelligence. the country's appeal is strengthened by challenges faced by data center operations in other regions. investments in solar and wind
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Krisumi Corp starts construction of two phases at Krisumi City in Gurugram

The company will invest over ?1,300 crore in the two phases, comprising 542 units at its 33.38-acre krisumi city township in gurugram, with prices starting at about ?4.9 crore
Tag: Company India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Dow Jones| Nasdaq | US Stock Market Today | Live: US stocks muted as tech jitters linger; Tesla gains

Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Global Market: South Korean shares rebound, but head for biggest weekly loss in 18 years

South korea’s kospi rebounded 2.36% on bargain hunting after a steep selloff, but remained on track for its biggest weekly decline since october 2008. concerns over ai investment sustainability and continued foreign selling weighed on investor sentiment.
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Solara Active Pharma share price zooms 16% on Q2 turnaround; H1 net up 103x

Solara active pharma sciences reported a consolidated net profit of ?28.59 crore in q2fy27 and ?44.70 crore in h1fy27. it posted a loss of ?9.29 crore in q2fy26 and profit of ?0.42 crore in h1fy26.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Indian Hotels, Oriental Hotels rally up to 6%; what's driving hotel stocks?

Hotels were impacted in q1 by the us-iran conflict; however, analysts at axis securities expect a strong q2, supported by improving metro demand and the brics summit.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Oil prices dip but head for weekly gains amid West Asia supply concerns

The international energy agency agreed to release over 20 million barrels of diesel to the market and any oil remaining from a record release of emergency reserves pledged in march to boost supply
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Nestle India shares tank 9% in 2 days as firm flags inflation risks in Q2

Analysts said that nestle india's sales growth is expected to be optically lower in h2fy27 vs h1fy27, which is more due to the base effect and not led by any deterioration in the fundamentals.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

IGX gets PNGRB nod for LNG terminal capacity booking platform

Indian gas exchange has received regulatory approval to develop a capacity booking platform for lng terminals. this platform aims to facilitate easier and more transparent access to terminal capacity for users. the regulator noted that many terminals exper
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

India is now biggest country exposure for Fairfax, we have zero bets on AI: Prem Watsa

Canadian billionaire prem watsa's bet on idbi bank is backed by faith in the indian economy, he told mohit bhalla and sruthijith kk in a phone interview. the government wednesday approved the divestment of a majority stake in idbi bank to watsa's fairfax f
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

HDFC Bank Q2 preview: Single-digit PAT growth likely; margin pressure seen

Hdfc bank q2 results preview: while deposit growth is expected to be strong, supported by strong fcnr(b) inflows, pressure on margins is seen.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Sunil Singhania-backed Abakkus Flexi Cap Fund increases stake in RIL, HDFC Bank, Groww, and 32 others in September

Sunil singhania-founded abakkus flexi cap fund increased holdings in reliance industries, hdfc bank, groww and 32 other stocks in september. the fund also added zydus lifesciences, exited cyient dlm and trimmed stakes in two stocks.
Tag: Mutual Fund India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

India must leverage AI, cultural soft power to shape global media industry: Rajan Navani

India has the potential to leverage its cultural heritage and creative capabilities for economic growth in various sectors. rajan navani emphasized the collaboration required among industry and government to achieve this vision. the focus is on using artif
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Ranbir Kapoor rents out Pune's Trump Towers apartment for ?4.63 lakh/month

The three-year agreement, registered on october 6, 2026, is expected to generate total rental income of ?1.75 crore over the tenure.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

India needs 2.6 billion sq ft of healthcare space by 2035, says CBRE

India requires an expansion of its healthcare infrastructure with an additional 2.6 billion sq ft by 2035. this need arises due to an expected demand for nearly 2.9 million more hospital beds nationwide. current statistics show india has only 1.6 hospital
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Saif Ali Khan's Mumbai office lease to fetch ?14.64 crore over five years

Saif ali khan leases andheri office space for ?22.77 lakh monthly rent
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

How meaningful business conversations connect brands with the right decision-makers

In a changing business environment, reaching the right decision-makers takes more than visibility. the right platforms can help brands share expertise, build industry relationships and explore new business opportunities.
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Urban Company Q2 Results: Loss widens to Rs 182 crore; revenue jumps 41% YoY

Urban company reported a net loss of rs 182 crore in q2fy27 as investments in its quick services business, instahelp, weighed on profitability. revenue rose 41% year-on-year to rs 537 crore, while orders grew 103%. the company also approved a fresh capital
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Axis Bank Q2 preview: NIM may fall on FCNR(B) flows; PAT could rise 37-43%

Axis bank q2 results preview: the net interest margin may come under pressure in q2fy27 due to elevated fcnr(b) deposit mobilisation, with analysts projecting a sequential decline of 7-12 bps.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Indian Bank reports a Rs 1,388 crore gain from sale of NSE shares

Indian bank gained rs 1,388 crore from the nse listing, boosting second-quarter non-interest income by 50% to rs 3,953 crore. the one-time gain offset pressure from rising bond yields, despite rs 123 crore in mark-to-market losses. meanwhile, canara bank a
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Federal Bank Q2 net profit jumps 45 pc on FCNR deposits

Federal bank reported a 45% rise in q2 fy27 net profit to ?1,386 crore, aided by .5 billion raised through fcnr(b) deposits, while net interest income grew 26% to ?3,153 crore
Tag: Company India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Gold FoFs halt fresh investments before Diwali: What investors can do

Several fund houses have suspended lump-sum purchases and new investment plans, while existing instalments and redemptions continue.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Indonesia stocks, rupiah tumble as MSCI weighs market downgrade

Global index provider msci is contemplating downgrading indonesia's stock market to standalone status. such a reclassification could notably diminish indonesia's appeal to global investors and alter its presence in international indexes. this year, indones
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Omaxe, Lemon Tree ink pact to manage 10 upcoming hotels worth ?4,000 cr

Realty firm omaxe ltd has signed an initial pact with lemon tree hotels' arm to manage 10 hospitality projects being developed by the company with an investment of rs 4,000 crore. in a regulatory filing on friday, the company informed that it has entered i
Tag: Company India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

HDFC Bank Q2 results preview: PAT, NII may rise up to 9% YoY; deposit growth in focus

Hdfc bank is set to unveil its q2 results on october 17, 2026, showcasing key financial indicators. analysts predict a year-on-year rise in net interest income of about 8%, driven by an increase in loans. profit after tax forecasts vary among brokerages, r
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

South Indian Bank aims 16% loan growth in FY27 amid West Asia war risks

Private sector lender south indian bank is aiming for a 15-16 per cent credit growth in fy27, driven by the retail, agriculture and msme (ram) advances, a top official said on friday. the ram advances, which constitute 61 per cent of the book, are targeted
Tag: Company India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Ujjivan SFB to raise Rs 409 crore from IFC, three insurers

Ujjivan small finance bank plans to raise rs 409 crore through a preferential share allotment to ifc and three insurers at rs 64.73 per share. the bank also reported a 200% year-on-year jump in q2 net profit to rs 365 crore.
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Reliance says Starlink welcome, but all players must follow Indian laws

Reliance industries stated that it welcomes competition, including starlink, in the satellite communications sector. the company emphasized the need for all players to comply with indian laws and regulations. reliance noted that its satellite services are
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

DoT mandates telecom operators to display KYC-registered names for incoming calls starting November 1

The department of telecommunications mandates telecom operators to show kyc-registered names with incoming calls from november 1. this initiative aims to reduce cyber fraud, phishing, and unwanted commercial calls. the amendment to caller line identificati
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Yes Bank expects 250 bps reduction in core capital ratio after SC sets aside AT1 bond write-off

Yes bank expects its core capital ratio to decline by 250 basis points following the supreme court's decision to overturn the write-off of rs 8,400 crore worth of at1 bonds during its 2020 rescue. s&p global ratings expects the bank to absorb the impac
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Global digital payments to double by 2030 as new instruments gain ground

Capgemini's world payments report 2027 says non-cash transactions have grown nearly fivefold over the past decade, with instant payments, e-money and digital currencies reshaping global commerce
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Fairfax gets 15 years to reduce stake in IDBI Bank to 26%

Fairfax financial holdings will acquire a 60.72% stake in idbi bank and reduce its ownership over 15 years. the reserve bank of india has allowed fairfax to decrease its stake to 26% eventually. fairfax has two years to decide the future of csb bank, inclu
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

India's BoP set to turn positive but below expectations amid oil import costs and widening trade deficit: ICICI Bank

India's balance of payments (bop) is turning positive, but it is likely to remain lower than earlier expectations as elevated oil prices and an expanding non-oil, non-gold deficit weigh on the external trade position, according to a research report by icic
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

DMart share price hits over 3-year low; down 28% from April high

The stock price of dmart dipped 1.5% to ?3,322.90 on friday, quoting at its lowest level since march 2023. the stock slipped 9% in the past seven trading days.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Nifty IT soars 14% in 6 days on Q2 earnings boost; TechM, Wipro, TCS shine

At 10:12 am on friday, the nifty it index was the top sectoral gainer, up 2.8%. tech mahindra, wipro, infosys and tcs surged up to 7% amid q2 earnings cheer.
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Federal Bank appoints Cognizant’s Rajesh Varrier as independent director

Federal bank has appointed rajesh varrier as a non-executive independent director on its board. this decision follows the announcement of the bank's impressive financial results for the september quarter. varrier serves as president of global operations at
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

If you only own Indian stocks, what are you missing?

Indian investors may hold stocks across several companies yet remain concentrated in a single market. with india accounting for around 3% of global equity market capitalisation in may 2026, international investing offers a broader opportunity set. the key
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Govt raises disability pension to Rs 375, removes age limit: Who qualifies

Revised rules lower disability threshold from 80% to 40%, allowing more people to qualify for monthly assistance under the revamped scheme
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Ambani taps Reliance's 420,000 employees to boost Jio IPO participation

The conglomerate has reached out to staff across its group companies and encouraged them to open trading accounts, as mukesh ambani seeks to build interest in the proposed .2 billion listing
Tag: Company India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Shoppers Stop same-store sales growth slows on delayed festive season

Shoppers stop reported a slowdown in second-quarter same-store sales growth as a delayed festive season weighed on store traffic, sending its shares down 5.4%. same-store sales growth fell to 2% from 6% in the previous quarter, although the retailer posted
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Zensar, HCL Technologies rebounded from 100-month EMA support, says analyst

Virat jagad, technical research analyst at bonanza, flags that hcl technologies and zensar technologies witnessed buying interest at their respective 100-month exponential moving averages on the chart
Tag: Business Markets India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Bitcoin rebounds to ,000 after briefly falling below ,000 as inflation fears trigger 0 million in liquidations

Bitcoin recovered above ,000 after briefly falling below ,000 as hotter-than-expected us producer inflation intensified concerns over federal reserve rate hikes. nearly 0 million in leveraged positions were liquidated, while spot bitcoin etfs reco
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Global Market: Japanese investors extend foreign bond selling streak to four weeks

Japanese investors sold foreign bonds for a fourth consecutive week, pushing year-to-date net outflows to 5.34 trillion yen, the highest since 2022. rising domestic bond yields are encouraging capital repatriation, while foreign investors increase japanese
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe bans sale of loose spices

Maharashtra food and drug administration has implemented a ban on loose spices to combat adulteration. the ban comes after discovering harmful industrial dyes in local spice samples. action will be taken against manufacturers who violate the compliance ord
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Rupee posts best week in seven months, fundamentals key for lasting turnaround

This week, the indian rupee saw an impressive 2% increase, attributed to effective policy measures designed to alleviate short-term depreciation pressures. despite the positive movement, analysts caution that a lasting recovery is contingent upon significa
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Telangana woos Hyundai for car plant, seeks to fast-track ?8,528 cr R&D

Chief minister revanth reddy pitches hyderabad as an ideal location for hyundai's car plant and assures support to expedite its rs 8,528 crore r&d facility in zaheerabad
Tag: Company India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Aggressive RBI measures hand India bonds a ninth weekly loss

Indian government bonds have experienced ongoing losses for nine consecutive weeks due to rbi's monetary tightening measures. the benchmark 6.94% 2036 bond yield has climbed over 62 basis points during this period, reflecting investor concerns. additionall
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

Homegrown firms enter budget smartphone market as memory chip prices rise

India's budget smartphone market is opening up for local brands as global companies reduce their presence. rising memory chip prices have significantly impacted entry-level smartphone production costs. homegrown companies ai+ and lava are gaining traction
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-10-16

India may need rate hikes, tax relief to ease pressure on rupee: Analysts

The rupee's rebound after the rbi's latest measures may prove short-lived as energy import dependence and weak capital inflows weigh on the currency; further rate hikes could help address the pressure
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-15

Rupee rises 31 paise to 94.86 against US dollar during early trade

The rupee appreciated 31 paise to 94.86 against the us dollar in early trade on thursday, supported by the ongoing impact of the reserve bank of india's structural forex interventions and liquidity-tightening measures. market participants attributed the ru
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-15

IDBI Bank ownership change: Should customers worry about their deposits?

Idbi bank privatisation: will fd rates, emis or banking services change?
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-15

Train ticket insurance from October 27: How much cover will passengers get?

The court has directed that all tickets sold over the counter must be covered from october 27. this is a mandatory direction to the railways.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-15

Is this a good time to enter value funds? Here's what investors should know

Allocate 10-20 per cent of your equity portfolio for style diversification and wait patiently for performance to turn around
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-10-15

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