by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:14 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Naturals, a leading Indian salon chain, continues discussions with Reliance for a stake sale. Talks have slowed due to disagreements on deal structure. Naturals plans an IPO by 2028 if the Reliance deal does not materialize. The company is not currently negotiating...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:12 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian stock markets are poised for a stronger performance in the upcoming financial year. Corporate earnings are expected to accelerate, supported by stable macro fundamentals. Key sectors like private capex, manufacturing, private banks, and consumption are set for...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:11 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Gold and silver futures fell on MCX amid weak global cues, thin Lunar New Year trade and a stronger U.S. dollar. April gold dropped 0.8% to Rs 1,53,550 per 10 gm, while March silver slipped 2% to Rs 2,35,206 per kg, reversing mixed moves seen in the previous...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:10 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex opened lower on Tuesday, impacted by declines in metal and auto stocks. The IT index, however, showed strength, rising over 0.5% to lead sectoral gains. Major laggards included Eternal, Tata Steel, and Reliance Industries,...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:10 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
India Inc’s December quarter earnings season largely met expectations, with brokerages turning constructive on select market pockets. Investors have 35 stocks to consider, highlighted for strong earnings momentum or likely near-term turnarounds. The overall...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:09 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Embassy Developments Ltd. secured MahaRERA approval for its Embassy Serenity project in Alibaug, marking its entry into the premium second-home market. This 7-acre development, featuring 52 residences and extensive green spaces, boasts a GDV of Rs 400 crore. The...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:07 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Mutual funds significantly reduced their holdings in nine out of ten major IT stocks in January, driven by concerns that AI will disrupt the traditional outsourcing model. Despite this selling pressure, the sector still holds substantial value, with managers...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:06 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Investors have a final chance to buy into eight companies before they trade ex-dividend on February 18th. Hindustan Aeronautics, Coal India, MSTC, Natco Pharma, Oil India, ONGC, Bharat Forge, and CMS Info Systems are all distributing interim dividends.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:05 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian IT stocks, including TCS and Infosys, faced a $56 billion market hit amid global AI-related concerns. The sell-off tested the sector’s resilience as investors reacted to fears of automation-driven disruptions and changing technology dynamics. Despite short-term...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The RBI’s policy pause signals the end of easy money, but elevated bond yields present tactical opportunities, especially at the longer end. Despite record borrowing, real yields remain compelling, with supply dynamics shaping the yield curve. Investors should...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 10:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Indian markets are shifting focus to company earnings and liquidity. The India-US trade deal has eased pressures. Investors are recalibrating strategies for 2026. Small and midcap stocks offer opportunities but require careful selection. Earnings visibility and...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 9:06 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 9:05 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
On February 16, four stocks from the Nifty200 universe entered the RSI Trending Up scan after gaining over 3%, based on StockEdge data. Their RSI readings moved above the 50 mark from lower levels, indicating improving price momentum and rising buying interest, a...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 9:05 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Shares of Texmaco Rail & Engineering are in focus after the company secured two orders totaling Rs 242.63 crore. The larger contract, worth Rs 219.18 crore, comes from Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation Ltd for designing, supplying, installing, testing, and...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 9:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Cochin Shipyard shares may remain in focus after the company emerged as the lowest bidder for a Rs 5,000 crore defence contract to build five next-generation survey vessels for the Indian Navy. The order is subject to procedural approvals, even as the stock trades...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 8:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Gold prices dipped 1% on Tuesday amid thin trading due to Lunar New Year holidays in Asian markets and a stronger U.S. dollar. U.S. gold futures also saw a decline. Meanwhile, silver, platinum, and palladium prices also experienced losses.
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 7:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 7:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
John Templeton’s advice to invest during peak pessimism remains relevant, as widespread fear compresses valuations, offering opportunities in strong companies. Markets are cyclical, and rebounds often precede positive data. Disciplined analysis is crucial to...
by ET Markets | February 17, 2026 6:04 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News
Information Technology stocks are losing their grip on the Nifty index. Banks are now more influential, their share in the key index reaching new highs. This shift reflects changing earnings trajectories and investor sentiment. Overseas investors have significantly...
by ET Markets | February 16, 2026 10:04 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News
The RBI on Monday issued draft norms for banks to report foreign exchange derivative transactions involving rupee undertaken by their related parties globally, a move aimed at enabling better pricing decisions by market participants.
