MCX shares fell after SEBI signalled that banks and insurers are unlikely to be allowed into commodity derivatives. SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator won’t push the proposal with Reserve Bank of India.
Indian stock markets are extending gains but showing signs of slowing momentum. Experts suggest the broader uptrend remains, but caution is advised. The Nifty faces key resistance around 24,300. Real estate is a standout sector, showing early signs of a turnaround after a long downtrend. Future catalysts include rate cycle changes.
Foreign institutional investors increased stakes for four straight quarters in 49 stocks, with 13 delivering sharp gains of up to 353% and five turning multibaggers over the past year. The trend highlights strong institutional conviction, with consistent buying coinciding with significant price outperformance across select large and mid-cap companies.
Valor Estate shares hit a 20% upper circuit after the Bombay High Court ruled in its favour in a long-pending Bhayandar land dispute. The verdict removes ownership uncertainty over a key land parcel, boosting sentiment. The company is now positioned to explore development and monetisation opportunities linked to the asset.
Indian real estate developer Godrej Properties reported a 70% rise in fourth-quarter profit on Monday as demand for residential apartments stayed high.
Shares of automakers like Maruti Suzuki and Bajaj Auto rose after strong April sales data lifted sentiment. The gains pushed the Nifty Auto index over 1% higher, led by robust performance from key players.
Devina Mehra of First Global believes Indian equity markets are in a bottoming zone, advising investors to stay invested. She anticipates 2026 will be a better year than 2025, with sector rotation continuing. While acknowledging earnings disruptions, she remains constructive, seeing power as a key growth area and the IT sector as evolving, not dead.
Bitcoin surged past $79,900, fueled by strong ETF inflows and marking its best monthly gain in a year. Analysts anticipate continued momentum towards the mid-$80,000s, with the Federal Reserve's leadership transition being a key macro driver. The cryptocurrency's resilience and growing maturity are evident as it crosses significant price milestones.
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