by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 6:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
XED Executive Development is set to launch GIFT City’s first-ever IPO, aiming to raise $12 million through a dollar-denominated listing on NSE IX and India INX. The offering marks a key milestone for IFSC’s global fundraising ambitions as XED plans to accelerate...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 6:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Fractal Analytics rebounded after a weak market debut, rising over 9% intraday after Prabhudas Lilladher initiated coverage with a 40% upside target. The brokerage cited strong account mining, steady growth across tiers, deep AI capabilities, and improving prospects...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 6:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian benchmarks logged a second straight gain, supported by IT, financial and consumer stocks. The BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 edged higher as select counters like Infosys and Fractal Analytics saw strong action.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 6:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian government bonds continued their winning run, ending the day higher on Tuesday after stronger-than-expected demand for state debt sale lifted sentiment, while benign U.S.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 5:07 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Jaipur-headquartered Moustache Group of Hotels on Monday announced its rebranding, aiming to operate 100 more properties by 2030.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 5:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
NBFC firm IIFL Finance Ltd on Tuesday said that the base issue of its secured redeemable non-convertible debentures (NCDs) has been fully subscribed within the first half of the opening day.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 5:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The Indian rupee ended Tuesday little changed, as intermittent intervention by the Reserve Bank of India slowed the currency’s drift toward the psychologically important 91-per-dollar mark.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 5:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Benchmark indices reversed early losses to end higher on Tuesday, supported by gains in IT and PSU bank stocks. The Sensex rose 174 points, and the Nifty closed above 25,700, while broader markets also advanced. Analysts said the index holds strong support at 25,600,...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 5:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Copper prices have seen a significant drop from their peak. Experts believe this is a temporary consolidation phase. Global demand concerns and Lunar New Year holidays in China are impacting prices. However, long-term fundamentals remain strong. Traders are advised to...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 4:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
PhonePe’s proposed IPO at a $13–15 billion valuation could become a landmark fintech listing in India and may trigger a valuation re-rating for Paytm, according to Macquarie. The company dominates the UPI ecosystem with about 45% market share, supported by over 657...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 4:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Infosys shares jumped up to 5% after announcing a strategic AI collaboration with Anthropic, easing fears that next-gen AI could disrupt Indian IT. The partnership blends Claude models with Infosys Topaz to build agentic AI solutions for regulated industries, shifting...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 4:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Nearly half of India’s smallcap stocks trade over forty percent below peaks after a sharp correction, says Abakkus Mutual Fund. Despite volatility, smallcaps have outperformed Nifty 50 long term, offering attractive accumulation opportunities.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 4:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Aerospace firm Aequs is investing ₹1,900 crore in Tamil Nadu over ten years. This move focuses on advanced engine manufacturing, a high-margin segment. The project aims to build a comprehensive aerospace ecosystem in India. Initial investment will be ₹200-300 crore....
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 3:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Kwality Wall’s shares fell sharply on Tuesday, extending their post-listing slide to 30% after a weak debut. The stock faced heavy selling despite LIC acquiring a 6.62% stake. The demerged ice-cream business from HUL also saw an open offer launched at Rs 21.33 per...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 3:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
European shares were steady on Tuesday, echoing a cautious tone in global markets as key bilateral talks between the U.S. and Iran were underway, while investors scoured for clues on how AI disruptions could upend traditional business models.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 3:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Japan’s Nikkei share average fell on Tuesday as investors booked profits amid few fresh trading cues, while the post-election euphoria was ebbing and the earnings season was winding down. The Nikkei was down 0.4% to close at 56,566.49 on the day, and...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 3:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Adani Group stocks rose sharply after the conglomerate announced a $100 billion plan to build renewable-powered, AI-ready data centres by 2035. The initiative includes a 5 GW data centre platform and ties with global tech giants, positioning India as a major AI...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 2:06 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Hindalco and National Aluminium Company shares fell Tuesday. A brokerage firm downgraded both companies. They cited weak growth prospects for the coming quarters. Aluminium prices are expected to decline. Hindalco’s large capital expenditure could impact its...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 2:05 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Infosys and Anthropic’s AI partnership is generating buzz. Experts caution investors to look beyond the hype and focus on fundamental value. Large and midcap IT firms can benefit from AI advancements. AI is expected to impact IT sector growth over the next three...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 2:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Nilesh Shah of Kotak AMC believes artificial intelligence will transform India’s IT sector gradually. He advises retail investors to let experts manage their investments during this period. Shah notes that India’s market is currently priced fairly. He...
