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Mumbai, April 20, 2026 — State Bank of India (NSE: SBIN) saw its shares trade higher in Monday’s session, gaining 2.23% to ₹1,104.30, as investor sentiment improved following a key approval related to its gold business operations. The stock opened at ₹1,080.30 against a previous close of ₹1,080.25 and moved within a tight intraday range, touching a high of ₹1,105.95 and a low of ₹1,075.85. Buying momentum strengthened through the morning session, pushing the stock close to its day’s high. Stock Performance SnapshotParticularsValue (₹)Previous Close1,080.25Open1,080.30High1,105.95Low1,075.85Last Traded Price1,104.30Change+24.05% Change+2.23%VWAP1,098.23The upward movement comes after the bank received...

Indian equity markets are set for an active session on Monday, April 20, with a mix of earnings announcements, regulatory developments, strategic deals, and bulk transactions driving stock-specific action. Banking majors, pharma companies, infrastructure firms, and select midcaps are expected to remain in focus.Key Earnings to Track Today A host of companies are scheduled to announce their quarterly results, including Billionbrains Garage Ventures (GROWW), Bank of Maharashtra, PNB Housing Finance, SML Mahindra, Nelco, PNB Gilts, Ugro Capital, Indosolar, Indbank Merchant Banking Services, Jupiter Infomedia, and Navkar Corporation. These results are likely to influence sectoral momentum during the session.Banking Stocks in Focus After...

IT major Wipro has announced a substantial Rs 15,000-crore share buyback, signaling a major capital return to its shareholders. The corporate action, approved by the board, sets a fixed acquisition price of Rs 250 apiece for 60 crore equity shares. Crucially, the promoters and the promoter group have indicated their intention to participate in this buyback.The announcement details the buyback of up to 60 crore equity shares, which constitutes approximately 5.7% of the company’s total equity. This move marks a significant step in returning capital to investors following the recent declaration of an interim dividend of Rs 11/share.Decoding the Buyback: Premium Pricing and Participation The buyback was formalized via the tender route...

Markets observed a highly volatile session on Thursday, finally cooling to a flat close as the index took a momentary breather. Despite the temporary lull, analysts maintain a positive overall stance on the Nifty. The prevailing expert view strongly advises investors to adopt a 'buy on dips' approach, suggesting that stock selection should pivot around identifiable rotational sectoral trends.Sectoral Focus and Market Watch Lists In today’s trading action, attention remains sharply focused on several stocks following various corporate news developments and crucial fourth-quarter earnings releases. Investors are closely monitoring companies like Wipro, HUL, Angel One, Alembic Pharma, and HDFC Life for further movement.Technology and...

Mumbai, Thursday, April 16, 2026 — Sudarshan Chemical Industries Ltd (NSE: SUDARSCHEM) saw a notable block deal transaction during the morning session, with 7,86,119 shares exchanged at ₹810 per share, translating into a total deal value of ₹63.68 crore. Block Deal Transaction DetailsParticularsValueSessionSession 1 (Morning)Time08:56:04 AMSymbolSUDARSCHEMSeriesBLShares Traded7,86,119Trade Price₹810Total Traded Value₹63.68 crorePrevious Close₹815.45Price Change-₹5.45% Change-0.67%The transaction was executed at ₹810 per share, reflecting a decline of ₹5.45 or 0.67% compared to the previous closing price. Price Movement SnapshotMetricValueOpen₹810High₹810Low₹810Last Price₹810The stock...

Mumbai, April 15, 2026 — Delhivery Ltd (NSE: DELHIVERY) witnessed a significant block deal transaction during the morning session on April 15, with 40 lakh shares changing hands at ₹465 per share, aggregating to a total transaction value of ₹186 crore. Block Deal Transaction DetailsParticularsValueSessionSession 1 (Morning)Time08:47:55 AMSymbolDELHIVERYSeriesBLShares Traded40,00,000Trade Price₹465Total Traded Value₹186 crorePrevious Close₹465.30Price Change-₹0.30% Change-0.06%The trade was executed at ₹465 per share, marginally lower than the previous closing price of ₹465.30, reflecting a slight negative price movement of 0.06%. Price Movement SnapshotMetricValueOpen₹465High₹465Low₹465...

Stocks including Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, HDFC Life Insurance Company, JSW Steel, Saatvik Green Energy, IRB Infrastructure Developers, IFB Industries, SpiceJet, and Gaudium IVF and Women Health are set to remain in focus in today’s trade on April 10, driven by earnings, corporate actions, deals, and operational updates.Earnings Announcements in Focus Agri-Tech (India), Eco Hotels and Resorts, and Vashu Bhagnani Industries are scheduled to announce their quarterly results today, keeping these counters active during the session.Looking ahead, companies such as GSP Crop Science, Aqylon Nexus, B2B Software Technologies, Swadha Nature, and Uravi Defence and Technology will release their earnings on April 11.TCS Q4 Results...

IndiGo Shares Surge 11% as Crude Oil Slumps After US-Iran Ceasefire IndiGo share price surged sharply on April 8, emerging as the top gainer in the Nifty 50 index, as a steep decline in crude oil prices lifted sentiment across aviation stocks. The rally follows a two week ceasefire announcement between the United States and Iran, which has cooled global oil markets.Shares of InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of IndiGo, climbed 11.13% to ₹4,744 on the NSE during morning trade. The sharp rebound helped the stock erase all losses incurred since the start of the US-Iran conflict on February 28, during which it had declined 11.5%.Crude Oil Crash Triggers Airline Stock Rally The primary driver behind IndiGo’s rally is the sharp...

Stocks to Watch Today on April 8: Infosys, Aurobindo Pharma, Swan Defence, Arvind SmartSpaces, ICRA in Focus Indian stock markets are set to track a busy flow of corporate developments on Wednesday, April 8, with several companies making headlines across sectors including IT, pharma, real estate, energy, and infrastructure. From regulatory approvals and order wins to strategic partnerships and bulk deals, here are the key stocks likely to remain in focus during today’s trading session.Ashiana Housing Reports Strong Q4 Business Growth Ashiana Housing posted a robust quarterly update for Q4 on a year-on-year basis. The area booked rose 32% to 11.19 lakh square feet compared to 8.48 lakh square feet earlier. The value of area sold surged...

CreditAccess Grameen share price surged sharply on Tuesday, April 7, after the microfinance lender reported robust operational performance for FY26, driven by strong disbursements, improved asset quality, and continued expansion.Strong Growth in Loan Book and Disbursements The company’s gross loan portfolio (GLP) rose 14% year-on-year to ₹29,590 crore, compared to ₹25,948 crore in the same period last year. On a sequential basis, the GLP increased 11% from ₹26,566 crore in the previous quarter.Disbursement growth remained strong during the quarter. CreditAccess Grameen reported Q4 disbursements of ₹8,313 crore, marking a 28% increase year-on-year. For the full financial year FY26, total disbursements climbed 24% to ₹24,860 crore...

Stocks to Watch Today on April 7: Shyam Metalics, Aurobindo Pharma, ACME Solar, Jubilant FoodWorks Among Key Movers Key Stocks in Focus for April 7 Trade A range of stocks including Jubilant FoodWorks, Fino Payments Bank, CreditAccess Grameen, Gallantt Ispat, Godrej Consumer Products, PC Jeweller, Shyam Metalics and Energy, Aurobindo Pharma, ACME Solar Holdings, PDS, Deep Industries, Vivid Electromech, and Sammaan Capital are expected to remain in focus during today’s trading session.Market participants are tracking developments spanning quarterly business updates, order wins, capacity expansions, and bulk deals.Quarterly and Business Updates Drive Attention Jubilant FoodWorks Q4 Performance Jubilant FoodWorks reported a 19.1...

Reliance Industries Share Price Slumps Over 4%; Market Cap Dips Below ₹18 Lakh Crore Reliance Industries shares faced heavy selling pressure on Monday, declining over 4% and leading to a notable drop in its market capitalisation. According to exchange data, the company’s market cap fell below ₹18 lakh crore to approximately ₹17.65 lakh crore.Reliance Leads Losses on Nifty 50 Shares of Reliance Industries fell as much as 4.13% to ₹1,295 apiece on the BSE, making the Mukesh Ambani-led conglomerate the top loser on the Nifty 50 index. The sharp correction in the index heavyweight dragged broader market sentiment, with the Nifty 50 slipping as much as 0.7% during the session.Reliance holds the second-highest weightage in the Nifty 50 at...

Infosys Ltd Allots Equity Shares to Employees Following Board Resolution Infosys Ltd has allotted 31,656 equity shares following a Board resolution dated April 2, 2026, and subsequent approval on April 5, 2026. The allotment was executed through the exercise of Restricted Stock Units by eligible employees.The awarded shares are distributed across two employee incentive programs. Of the total allotment, 5,820 equity shares were issued under the 2015 Incentive Compensation Plan, while the remaining 25,836 equity shares were allotted under the Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019.This transaction resulted in an increase in the issued and subscribed share capital of Infosys Ltd. Effective from April 5, 2026, the company's share...

Great Eastern Shipping Contracts Sale of Tanker Jag Prakash The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited announced on April 6, 2026, that it has contracted to sell its Medium Range Tanker, Jag Prakash, to an unaffiliated third party. The vessel, which is built in 2007, has a capacity of approximately 47,848 dwt and is slated for delivery to the new buyer in Q1 FY27.The company’s current owned fleet, including the vessel being sold, totals 40 vessels. This existing fleet is composed of 26 Tankers, categorized as 5 Crude Tankers, 17 Product Tankers, and 4 LPG Carriers, alongside 14 Dry Bulk Carriers. The Dry Bulk Carrier segment includes 2 Capesize vessels, 9 Kamsarmax vessels, 1 Ultramax vessel, and 2 Supramax vessels, aggregating 3.20...

The banking sector experienced a noticeable dip on Monday as major lenders released their quarterly business updates for the fourth quarter (Q4) over the preceding weekend. This wave of reports contributed to broad selling pressure across the sector's key indices.Index Performance Overview The overall trend was negative for the sector. The Nifty Bank index declined nearly 0.9%, with nine out of the fourteen constituent banking stocks trading in the red.In the wake of the Q4 results, the share prices of several leading institutions saw considerable declines. Kotak Mahindra Bank and IndusInd Bank registered the steepest drops, each falling by more than 2%.Following these two, other large-cap banks also saw significant losses. ICICI...

Market Outlook: Indian Markets Set for Soft Opening The Indian stock market is likely to open lower on Monday, April 6, 2026, amid mixed global cues and ongoing geopolitical tensions linked to the US-Iran conflict. Investor sentiment remains cautious as global developments continue to influence market direction.Gift Nifty indicates a gap-down opening, trading around the 22,641 level, down nearly 67 points from the previous close of Nifty futures.Hariprasad K, SEBI-registered Research Analyst and Founder of Livelong Wealth, said Indian markets are expected to open on a muted note, with Gift Nifty suggesting a flat start near the 22,690 to 22,700 range. He added that sentiment remains tied to evolving tensions in the Middle East as...

Dividend Stocks To Watch This Week: Varun Beverages, Unifinz Capital, Jash Engineering Announce Record Dates Investors tracking dividend opportunities this week should keep an eye on Varun Beverages Ltd., Unifinz Capital India Ltd., and Jash Engineering Ltd., as all three companies have announced upcoming record dates and dividend payouts as part of their corporate actions.Unifinz Capital India Sets April 6 Record Date for Interim Dividend Unifinz Capital India Ltd. has declared an interim dividend of Rs 0.50 per equity share with a face value of Rs 10 for FY26. The company has fixed Monday, April 6, 2026, as the record date to determine eligible shareholders.The dividend will be paid or dispatched within the timeline prescribed...

Stocks To Watch Today: Maruti Suzuki, Varun Beverages, Hero MotoCorp, Indian Oil, Bosch, HCC in Focus Key Stocks Likely to Drive Market Action on Thursday Several frontline and midcap stocks are expected to remain in focus during Thursday’s trading session, following a series of corporate updates and operational announcements released after market hours on Wednesday. Key companies on investors’ radar include Maruti Suzuki India, Varun Beverages, Hero MotoCorp, Indian Oil Corporation, Bosch, and Hindustan Construction Company.Maruti Suzuki Reports Strong Production Growth Maruti Suzuki India recorded a 19 percent year-on-year rise in production for March, with total output reaching 2.32 lakh units. The growth was largely driven by...

HSBC Cuts Target Prices for HDFC Bank, SBI and Others as Iran Conflict Threatens Q4 Earnings Asset-Side Risks Emerge for Indian Banks Ahead of March Quarter HSBC has lowered its target prices across major Indian banks and non-banking financial companies, warning that the ongoing Iran conflict could significantly weaken March quarter earnings for the broader BFSI sector.In its latest note, the brokerage highlighted that risks are no longer limited to funding pressures on the liability side. It now sees growing stress on the asset side, indicating a broader impact on lenders’ balance sheets.The firm cautioned that continued geopolitical instability could weigh on credit demand, slow growth momentum, and compress margins in the coming...

Asian Stocks Rally on Hopes of Iran War Resolution; Oil Prices Hold Steady Markets Rise Across Asia on Improved Sentiment Asian equities opened higher on Wednesday, tracking gains on Wall Street, as investor sentiment improved amid expectations that the ongoing conflict involving Iran may be approaching a resolution.Markets in Japan, South Korea, and Australia posted gains, lifting the broader MSCI Asia Pacific Index by 1.6%. The rally was broad-based, with approximately seven stocks advancing for every one declining within the index. Optimism that easing tensions could restore crude oil flows and support global economic stability underpinned the gains.Oil Prices Stabilize Amid Diplomatic Signals Oil prices remained steady after...