by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 7:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Nifty ended the week in a consolidative range, reflecting caution ahead of Monday’s open after the US Supreme Court verdict. Markets are watching for breakout momentum, with key sectors showing mixed relative strength. Investors should track resistance, support, and...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 5:00 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) turned net buyers in February, investing Rs 16,912 crore amid improved Q3 corporate earnings. While outflows hit Rs 35,962 crore in January, buying returned across financial services and capital goods. Analysts see this as a...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 4:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
New U.S. single-family home sales dipped 1.7% in December, yet builders reduced inventory, potentially enabling more construction starts. The supply of homes under construction reached a nearly 4-1/2 year low. Meanwhile, declining mortgage rates offer a potential...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 2:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Markets may open strong after the US Supreme Court struck down Trump’s tariffs, with GIFT Nifty signalling gains. However, a new 10% global tariff introduces uncertainty. Export sectors, metals and pharma remain in focus, while investors track policy responses and...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 2:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Bitcoin held steady near $68,000 on Saturday, showing resilience despite new U.S. tariff developments and ongoing ETF outflows. Major altcoins also posted gains as market sentiment improved. Analysts note strengthening technical structure, with Bitcoin testing key...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 2:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s AI revolution will rely less on code and more on massive infrastructure—power, fibre, cooling, chips, data centres and long-term capital. With a ₹200 lakh crore investment opportunity ahead, India’s maturing capital markets, REITs, InvITs and global investor...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 2:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Legendary investor Peter Lynch’s stock-picking framework remains relevant in today’s volatile markets. By categorising companies into slow growers, stalwarts, fast growers, cyclicals, turnarounds, and asset plays, investors can better assess risks, valuations, and...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 1:07 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 1:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Rising tensions between the United States and Iran risk disrupting crude flows through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, potentially spiking global benchmarks and raising India’s fuel and inflation pressures. Even limited disruption could widen volatility as...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 1:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Markets ended higher despite volatility, with Nifty consolidating in a narrow range. FII positioning shows gradual short covering but remains cautious. IT stocks stay under pressure, while banking and PSU sectors show strength. Analysts expect sideways movement with...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 1:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Aparna Karnik, Fund Manager at DSP Mutual Fund, says multi-asset funds focus on balance, not chasing short-term gains in gold or equities. Disciplined diversification, calibrated equity exposure, systematic rebalancing, and selective allocations to REITs, InvITs, and...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 12:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Bitcoin’s integration with American finance brought stability but created a new weakness. Institutional investors expected Bitcoin to hedge against inflation and market stress. However, it fell with other assets. This has led to reduced demand and a market that...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 12:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
CleanMax raised Rs 921 crore from anchor investors ahead of its Rs 3,100 crore IPO, drawing strong participation from global names like Temasek Holdings and domestic institutions. The robust anchor response underscores rising investor interest in commercial and...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 12:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Sunil Singhania’s Abakkus portfolio shows a mixed FY26 performance, with seven stocks gaining over 30% and some declining sharply. The portfolio value has moderated, while two new additions were made in Q3. The analysis highlights key winners, laggards and evolving...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 11:11 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India’s steel sector shines globally with robust domestic demand and expanding capacity. It is the world’s fastest-growing steel market. Projections show significant volume growth through FY28. Infrastructure, real estate, and energy transition fuel this...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 11:10 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The U.S. dollar’s recent weakness may be reversing as economic resilience, easing policy concerns and geopolitical factors support a rebound. With global and domestic pressures building, the Indian rupee could face depreciation. The Dollar Index is seen moving towards...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 11:10 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Despite a marginal gain in the Sensex over five sessions ending February 20, weakness persisted in the broader market. As many as 63 BSE Smallcap stocks declined throughout the period, with 12 registering losses exceeding 15%, highlighting sustained pressure and...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 11:09 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian markets saw a positive close on Friday. Major Wall Street companies like Alphabet and Amazon surged after the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump’s global tariffs. Investors welcomed the removal of uncertainty. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 11:06 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s tariffs, but he plans to re-impose them using other powers. This could impact sectors reliant on foreign revenue and potentially cost the government billions in refunds. While markets saw a muted rally, concerns...
by ET Markets | February 21, 2026 11:06 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
State Bank of India is exploring partnerships with Japanese banks for merger and acquisition financing. New regulations permit Indian banks to fund up to 75% of domestic M&A deals. SBI chairman CS Setty indicated ongoing discussions with lenders active in this...
