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Feb 24, 2026

US Market | Tariff turmoil and tech fears cloud global market direction

Wall Street experienced a sharp downturn as renewed trade policy uncertainty and concerns over the technology sector's outlook prompted a defensive market shift. Investors moved capital into safe-haven assets like gold and U.S. Treasuries, reflecting heightened global caution. Private credit market anxieties, particularly regarding U.S. software exposure, further amplified market stress.

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Feb 24, 2026

Aditya Shah warns of near-term risks in IDFC First Bank, stays positive on IT

Aditya Shah of Hercules Advisors believes IT sector sentiment is overly negative, presenting buying chances. He advises caution on banks like IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank due to recent issues. Cigarette stocks face policy risks. Shah favors private banks, seeing potential in SBI, ICICI Bank, and HDFC Bank.

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Feb 24, 2026

India aims to raise $19.7 billion from IPOs of state-run firms by 2030

India is set to raise a significant 1.79 trillion rupees from IPOs of state-run firms by 2030, part of a larger $183.7 billion asset monetisation drive. Key sectors like railways, power, petroleum, aviation, and coal will see stake sales. This initiative aims to boost government revenue and streamline operations across vital public enterprises.

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Feb 24, 2026

US Stocks | AI disruption fears stall debt deals, adding pressure on US software stocks

Software companies are delaying debt fundraising due to rising borrowing costs and increased lender scrutiny, driven by AI's potential to disrupt traditional business models. This caution is evident in credit markets, with wider spreads for riskier borrowers and a slowdown in new financing deals as firms await market stability.

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Feb 24, 2026

MobiKwik shares jump 13% after subsidiary gets BSE approval to begin stock broking business

MobiKwik shares surged up to 13% after its subsidiary received BSE approval to commence stock broking operations, completing key regulatory steps. The move marks the company’s expansion into financial services. Despite the rally, the stock remains significantly below its IPO and listing price levels.

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Feb 24, 2026

From policy push to market consequences: Why India’s 7.4% growth matters for investors

India's economy is experiencing strong GDP growth, driven by fiscal and monetary stimulus and new trade deals with the US and EU. While past growth didn't translate to corporate earnings, improving inflation and nominal GDP are expected to boost profits, attracting foreign investment and signaling a positive market outlook for the longer term.

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Feb 24, 2026

Rupee falls 7 paise to 90.96 against the US dollar in early trade

The Indian Rupee experienced a dip of 7 paise against the US Dollar, trading at 90.96 in early trade. This decline was influenced by escalating global crude oil prices and a strengthening dollar. Domestic equity markets also opened on a weak note, adding pressure. However, foreign institutional investor inflows provided some stability, preventing a steeper fall.

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Feb 24, 2026

HAL correction a ‘wait and watch’; select midcap IT names emerging despite AI disruption: Mayuresh Joshi

Investors are advised patience with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) despite its strong order book, as recent sentiment shifts and current valuations warrant caution. In the IT sector, selective opportunities exist in midcap players like KPIT, Mphasis, and Datamatics, driven by AI adaptability. IDFC First Bank requires trust repair and regulatory clarity before fresh exposure.

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Feb 24, 2026

Rs 3 lakh crore selloff! Sensex tumbles over 800 pts, Nifty below 25,550. 6 major factors behind the sharp decline

Indian benchmark indices Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex experienced a sharp decline on Tuesday, with IT and auto stocks leading the fall. Investor wealth plummeted by Rs 2.94 lakh crore. Concerns over AI's impact on COBOL systems and renewed tariff threats from former US President Trump contributed to the market downturn.

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Feb 24, 2026

Gold, silver prices fall as traders assess US Dollar, tariff uncertainty. What should investors do?

Gold and silver prices saw a slight dip on MCX today. Investors are weighing a stronger U.S. dollar against global uncertainties. Geopolitical tensions and the reopening of Chinese markets are also influencing precious metal prices. Experts suggest buying gold and silver on dips, with specific price targets and stop losses provided for traders.

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Feb 24, 2026

PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO Day 1 LIVE: Issue booked 3% so far — Check GMP, review and other details

PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO Day 1 LIVE: PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO, valued at ₹380 crore, is entirely a fresh issue of equity shares with no offer-for-sale component. The price band has been set at ₹367 to ₹386 per share.

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Feb 24, 2026

Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions IPO: Check GMP, subscription status, and other details - Should you apply?

Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions' IPO, which opened on February 23, has seen muted demand, with only 36% subscription on Day 1. The IPO closes on February 25, priced between ₹1,000 and ₹1,053 per share, and has a modest grey market premium.

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Feb 24, 2026

Fractal Industries share price lists at 6% premium over IPO price

Fractal Industries share price opened at ₹229 per share on BSE SME. This means that the IPO allottees gained 6% over the Fractal Industries IPO listing.

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Feb 24, 2026

PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO opens: GMP, subscription status to review. Apply or not?

PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO GMP today: According to market observers, shares of the company are available at a premium of ₹17 in the grey market today

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Feb 24, 2026

Sensex crashes over 800 points, investors lose ₹4 lakh crore— Why is stock market falling? Explained with 5 key factors

The Sensex crashed more than 800 points to hit an intraday low of 82,451, while the NSE counterpart Nifty 50 breached below 25,500 on the downside. 

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Feb 24, 2026

Mobikwik share price jumps 9% after this update today, up 13% in a month. Do you own?

The fintech stock opened at ₹213.90 per share in the early morning session today, as compared to the previous close of ₹201.76 apiece on Monday.

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Feb 24, 2026

Infosys, TCS to HCL Tech: IT stocks extend selloff — index down 20% in February amid AI disruption fears

The Nifty IT index tanked over 3%, taking the month-to-date decline to 20%. As of yesterday's close, the IT pack has lost ₹5.05 lakh crore in market capitalisation.

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Feb 24, 2026

Buy or sell: Vaishali Parekh recommends three intraday stocks to buy today — 24 February 2026

Buy or sell: Vaishali Parekh recommends three intraday stocks to buy today — RVNL, Premier Energies, and JSL

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Feb 24, 2026

Gaudium IVF IPO Day 3: Issue booked 3.63x so far; here's GMP, subscription status, other key details - Apply or not?

The GMP of Gaudium IVF & Women Health IPO has fallen to ₹5, according to websites tracking grey market trends. The GMP indicates that the Gaudium IVF share is trading ₹5 above its issue price in the unofficial market.

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Feb 24, 2026

MCX Silver flat amid firm dollar as US–Iran news caps losses; Shanghai silver slips 3% after week-long holiday

Silver prices on MCX fell 0.3% to ₹2,64,327 per kg amid global market weakness and a stronger dollar. Spot silver dropped 3.1% to $85.50 an ounce, while gold and other precious metals also saw declines, influenced by U.S. tariff policy and economic uncertainty.

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Feb 24, 2026

BPCL shares in focus on Rs 1,817 crore excise demand order. Here’s everything you need to know

BPCL shares: The company received an excise duty demand of Rs 1,816.65 crore from the Commissioner of Central Tax and Central Excise, Kochi. The amount includes Rs 476.94 crore in duty, Rs 1,339.70 crore in interest, and a Rs 95,000 penalty. BPCL said it is reviewing the order and plans to appeal before CESTAT.

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Feb 24, 2026

Waaree Energies shares rise 2% on 500MW solar module supply order. Check details

Waaree Energies shares saw a rise after securing a significant order. The company will supply 500 MW of solar modules to a domestic solar power developer. This is a one-time contract for the financial year 2026-27. Waaree Energies is also in talks for a new manufacturing facility. The company's recent financial results show strong profit and revenue growth.

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Feb 24, 2026

Bharti Airtel shares drop over 3% after company plans Rs 20,000 crore NBFC investment

Bharti Airtel plans to invest Rs 20,000 crore into its NBFC arm, Airtel Money, to expand its digital lending business. The move follows RBI approval and signals a strategic push into financial services, leveraging data and technology to scale credit access while diversifying beyond its core telecom operations.

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Feb 24, 2026

Negative returns continue in 2026: Once a multibagger factory, is India's SME market fast losing relevance?

India's SME IPO market, once a multibagger factory, is facing a sharp correction with negative returns and most recent listings trading below issue price. Liquidity issues and regulatory changes have made institutions hesitant, impacting valuations and exit mechanisms. While some see a healthy reset, concerns about the platform's relevance persist if liquidity challenges remain unaddressed.

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Feb 24, 2026

Infosys, HCL Tech, TCS, other IT stocks fall up to 3% as Anthropic delivers new shock

IT stocks like TCS, Infosys, and HCL Technologies experienced significant selling pressure following Anthropic's announcement of its Claude Code tool. This AI tool can reportedly modernize legacy COBOL systems, a key business area for IBM, raising concerns about AI's potential to disrupt traditional IT services and impact profitability.

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Feb 24, 2026

Clean Max Enviro Energy IPO Day 2: Check GMP, subscription status, brokerage outlook and key highlights

Clean Max Enviro Energy’s Rs 3,100 crore IPO entered Day 2 with a muted grey market premium and 34% subscription on Day 1. While institutional demand remained strong, retail interest was weak. Brokerages are divided, with some advising caution on valuations and others recommending long-term investment potential.

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Feb 24, 2026

One Mobikwik Systems subsidiary gets BSE nod to enter stock broking business

Mobikwik Securities Broking Private Limited has received approval from the BSE to commence its stock broking business, effective February 24, 2026. This follows SEBI's registration in July 2025, allowing the company to trade equities and clear trades. This move signifies Mobikwik's expansion into a broader financial services platform, aiming to simplify investing for new retail participants in India.

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Feb 24, 2026

Blue Jet Healthcare among 4 stocks flashing bullish signals, hinting at a possible uptrend

Four Nifty 500 stocks, including Blue Jet Healthcare, signalled bullish momentum on February 23 by forming a White Marubozu pattern, indicating strong buying interest. The pattern reflects sustained upward movement throughout the session, suggesting potential near-term upside as traders interpret continued buyer dominance in these counters.

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Feb 20, 2026

NSE levies extra 15% margin on Vodafone Idea, SAIL, 16 other F&O stocks; effective from March

The NSE will impose an additional 15% margin on 18 stocks in the F&O segment from March 2026, targeting securities where top clients hold over 20% of the Market Wide Position Limit. This measure aims to mitigate risks associated with highly leveraged derivatives. Concurrently, margins on gold and silver futures have been eased.

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Feb 20, 2026

Markets likely to look past geopolitics as oil risks remain contained, says Andrew Freris

Markets are increasingly accustomed to geopolitical shocks, with investors likely to overlook conflicts unless they significantly impact growth or inflation. While crude oil remains a key variable, strong US production and OPEC decisions are balancing supply. Investors are focused on US economic data and the Federal Reserve's delayed interest rate cut outlook.

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Feb 20, 2026

ABB India shares jump 7% on record orders, strong Q4 demand

ABB India shares saw a significant jump following the announcement of its financial results. The company reported its highest-ever orders and revenue for the full financial year 2025. Order inflows in the December quarter were particularly strong, marking a five-year high.

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Feb 20, 2026

FirstCry operator Brainbees Solutions shares surge 13% after 4-day slide

Brainbees Solutions shares jumped after a four-day decline post-Q3 earnings, backed by strong trading volumes. The rebound follows a 52-week low a day earlier, though the stock remains down 40% over the past year and trades below key moving averages.

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Feb 20, 2026

Google bigger than India GDP? Sanjeev Bikhchandani exposes the flaw in that viral claim

A viral post claiming Google is “bigger” than India drew a sharp rebuttal from Sanjeev Bikhchandani, who explained that comparing market cap with GDP is fundamentally flawed. He noted that a valid comparison would use Google’s revenue, not its valuation, to assess scale.

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Feb 20, 2026

Indian bonds dip as U.S.-Iran tensions push oil up

India's government bond yields climbed Friday as escalating U.S.-Iran tensions pushed oil prices to a six-month high, dampening risk appetite. Traders remained cautious ahead of the weekly debt auction, with rising crude prices and supply concerns adding pressure. Long-term overnight index swap rates also increased due to heightened risk aversion.

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Feb 20, 2026

Why global capital is looking at India differently this year

India's economic resilience, fueled by digital infrastructure and evolving regulations, is attracting global capital. The latest budget reinforces this, with initiatives like GIFT City offering fiscal clarity and regulatory certainty. This focus on long-term institutional choices and data integrity signals India's readiness for global financial integration, moving beyond 'emerging market' status.

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Feb 20, 2026

Tata Investment Corp. shares rises 18% in 5 days on N Chandrasekaran’s likely third term at Tata Sons

Tata Investment Corporation shares have surged over 18% in five days, driven by speculation that N Chandrasekaran will secure a third term as Tata Sons Chairman. This development is significant as Tata Sons holds a majority stake in the company. The stock's rally is supported by strong technical indicators and growing retail investor interest.

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Feb 20, 2026

Liquidity concerns rise as brokers seek relief on capital market exposure rules

Brokerages are flagging serious liquidity worries due to proposed banking exposure rules, fearing funding strains and wider trading costs. Experts argue for a phased implementation, emphasizing the critical role of bank finance in market depth. They suggest regulators differentiate between speculation and market making, urging a year's transition to avoid market disruption and ensure a level playing field.

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Feb 20, 2026

US Market | Credit Concerns Mount: Blue Owl shake-up weighs on US financial stocks

Blue Owl Capital’s $1.4 billion asset sale and halted fund redemptions rattled US financial stocks, highlighting mounting private credit stress. Investors are cautious over software-linked loans, liquidity, and valuations, underscoring how vulnerabilities in private markets can quickly ripple into public equities, particularly in financials and technology sectors..

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Feb 20, 2026

Multibagger small-cap stock under ₹50 jumps following stock market rebound

VMS TMT shares in focus as they fluctuate in the Indian market, experiencing a 4.35% decline over the past week and a 50.29% drop yearly. Despite this, the company reported significant growth in Q3 FY26, with a 277.8% increase in net profit.

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Feb 20, 2026

Indian equities near inflection point? PL Capital sees recovery brewing after recent volatility

The Nifty 50 and Sensex have been volatile in February, balancing positive trade deal news against geopolitical concerns. PL Capital suggests Indian equities are poised for recovery due to improving fundamentals although short-term volatility may persist.

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Feb 20, 2026

Lenskart share price rallies over 3% as Motilal Oswal assigns ‘Buy’ call, sees 25% upside potential

Lenskart share price gained 8% in one month, and has rallied 15% in three months. The stock is up over 27% from its listing price, and 24% higher than its issue price.

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Feb 20, 2026

Vodafone Idea, Ola Electric to Easy Trip Planners — These are the top most traded stocks on the NSE today

On February 20, the Indian stock market saw significant trading activity, with Easy Trip Planners, Ola Electric, and Vodafone Idea leading the charts. Despite fluctuations, the Nifty 50 rebounded, spurred by short covering after recent declines. Discover the stocks making waves today.

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Feb 20, 2026

BEL, HAL to BDL: Defence stocks surge up to 9%. Is the US-Iran conflict driving this rally?

Defence stocks jumped up to 9% in intraday deals today amid escalating US-Iran tensions. The Nifty India Defence index, a gauge of defence stocks on Dalal Street, was trading almost 2% higher.

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Feb 20, 2026

Rajesh Palviya of Axis Sec suggests ONGC, RBL Bank, Sammaan Capital shares to buy today

Domestic benchmark indices showed little change after a prior decline, amid rising oil prices due to US-Iran tensions. Nifty 50 rose 0.03% to 25,465 while BSE Sensex fell 0.07% to 82,467.7. Analysts attribute weakness to global uncertainties and geopolitical risks.

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Feb 20, 2026

Novartis AG to sell entire 70.68% stake for ₹1,445.89 crore in India unit; stock jumps 18%

Novartis India shares rose 18% after Novartis AG agreed to sell its 70.68% stake to a consortium, triggering a mandatory open offer. The open offer allows public shareholders to tender 26% of equity at ₹860.64 per share, marking a significant control shift.

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Feb 20, 2026

ABB India share price jumps over 4% after Q4 results. Should you buy, sell or hold?

ABB India shares rose over 4% after announcing Q4 CY25 earnings. The company reported a net profit of ₹432.85 crore, an 18.08% YoY decline, impacted by material costs and currency fluctuations. Revenue increased 5.71% YoY to ₹3,557.01 crore, with strong order growth.

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Feb 20, 2026

Gaudium IVF IPO LIVE Updates: Issue booked 39% so far — Gaudium IVF IPO GMP signals 11% listing pop

Gaudium IVF IPO LIVE Updates: Gaudium IVF IPO price band has been fixed at ₹75–79 per share, valuing the company at approximately ₹575 crore. Gaudium IVF IPO GMP today signals 11% listing pop.

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Feb 20, 2026

Infosys, Wipro, TCS to HCL Technologies: IT stocks fall on escalating US-Iran war buzz

Stock market today: IT stocks are falling today due to the escalation in the US-Iran tension and huge sell-off in the software stocks in the US stock market, say experts

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Feb 20, 2026

Global Market | Japan’s tightening cycle could redraw the map of global market liquidity

Japan's interest rates are climbing towards 1%, prompting global investors to watch closely. This shift from ultra-easy policy could see Japanese households move savings into deposits, potentially altering global capital flows. Higher domestic yields might lead to fund repatriation, impacting international bond yields, currencies, and equity valuations worldwide.

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Feb 20, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade on lacklustre note as IT sell-off weighs on market

Indian benchmark indices, Nifty and BSE Sensex, opened lower on Friday, continuing the previous day's decline due to ongoing selling in IT stocks. While the Nifty traded flat, the Sensex slipped, with IT and pharma sectors experiencing pressure. ONGC, BEL, and L&T were among the top gainers.

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Feb 20, 2026

Novartis India shares soar 20% as Swiss parent plans full exit in Rs 1,446 crore deal

Novartis India shares surged nearly 18% after its Swiss parent announced the sale of its 70.68% stake for approximately Rs 1,446 crore. A consortium of investors will acquire the stake at Rs 860.64 per share, a 3.6% premium. They've also launched an offer for an additional 26% from public shareholders.

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