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Market waits for another stimulus; can we expect a fiscal bazooka?

BUSINESS

Market waits for another stimulus; can we expect a fiscal bazooka?

The market should not expect measures similar to the US and Europe as the fiscal space is limited.

Market seems to be in sync with economic reality; can Nifty test 7,000 soon?

BUSINESS

Market seems to be in sync with economic reality; can Nifty test 7,000 soon?

For many, the recent rise in the equity market was bewildering as almost all indicators of the domestic economy had been showing signs of acute distress due to COVID-19.

Coal India sees steepest decline in volume offtake since listing, but brokerages keep faith

BUSINESS

Coal India sees steepest decline in volume offtake since listing, but brokerages keep faith

On the front of earnings, the company is expected to see a contraction in sales and EBITDA margin for FY21 but FY22 may be the year of revival.

HUL shares decline 5%; top global brokerages keep positive view on the stock

BUSINESS

HUL shares decline 5%; top global brokerages keep positive view on the stock

Most brokerage firms forecast fell in earnings as well as volume disruptions but they maintained a 'buy' rating on the stock. After a 14 percent rally, most experts feel that valuations still remain high but it is a good 'buy on dips' stock in the long-term.

Tech Mahindra shares plunge 8% after Q4 numbers; top brokerages remain mixed

BUSINESS

Tech Mahindra shares plunge 8% after Q4 numbers; top brokerages remain mixed

Brokerages have a mixed view on the stock. While some maintained their positive stance on the stock, some cut the target prices and some analysts downgraded the stock to sell.

Berkshire Hathaway AGM: Warren Buffett says 'nothing can stop America'

BUSINESS

Berkshire Hathaway AGM: Warren Buffett says 'nothing can stop America'

During Berkshire Hathaway's AGM, Warren Buffett said that the 'American miracle' was intact and urged investors to never bet against the United States.

Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meet: Investors wait for word on COVID-19, succession from Buffett

BUSINESS

Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meet: Investors wait for word on COVID-19, succession from Buffett

Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting takes place on May 2 and will be held virtually.

Brokerages recommend these 12 stocks in time of uncertainty; do you own any?

BUSINESS

Brokerages recommend these 12 stocks in time of uncertainty; do you own any?

Experts point out that the COVID-19 pandemic came in stages across the world and its fading away also will happen in phases over the next few quarters.

Bumpy ride ahead for auto: Expect a double-digit drop in FY21 sales; Maruti, Eicher better placed

BUSINESS

Bumpy ride ahead for auto: Expect a double-digit drop in FY21 sales; Maruti, Eicher better placed

In FY20, automobile volumes declined on account of weak economic scenario, price increase due to BSVI transition, inventory correction by OEM’s and COVID-19 impact in March 2020.

Experts give thumbs up to RIL's rights issue, term it as an opportunity for investors

BUSINESS

Experts give thumbs up to RIL's rights issue, term it as an opportunity for investors

The proposed rights issue would be the first by RIL in three decades. The last time when RIL offered shareholders the right to buy new shares was in September 1991.

Taking Stock: Nifty signs off April series 14% higher, posts second biggest weekly gain in 9 years

BUSINESS

Taking Stock: Nifty signs off April series 14% higher, posts second biggest weekly gain in 9 years

Reports of successful trials of a COVID-19 vaccine also influenced the mood of the market.

Tech Mahindra expected to announce dull Q4 numbers; here's what to watch for

BUSINESS

Tech Mahindra expected to announce dull Q4 numbers; here's what to watch for

Brokerage firm Kotak Institutional Equities expects a 21.9 percent year-on-year (YoY) fall and 22.8 percent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) fall in Tech Mahindra's adjusted net profit at Rs 884 crore for Q4FY20.

Trade Setup for Thursday: Top 14 things to know before Opening Bell

BUSINESS

Trade Setup for Thursday: Top 14 things to know before Opening Bell

The key support level for Nifty is placed at 9,430.52, followed by 9,307.68. If the index continues moving up, key resistance levels to watch out for are 9,638.02 and 9,722.68.

COVID-19 impact | 5 sectors that are worst hit, and the road ahead for them

BUSINESS

COVID-19 impact | 5 sectors that are worst hit, and the road ahead for them

Aviation, retail, financials, realty and automobiles are the five sectors that are at the front among the sectors that are smarting under severe pain now

Not everything is lost for NBFCs; large players comfortable on liquidity front

BUSINESS

Not everything is lost for NBFCs; large players comfortable on liquidity front

In the near-to-medium term with growth likely taking a back seat, NBFCs and HFCs are expected to focus on liquidity and risk management as key priorities.

COVID-19 teaches rules of investing; 5 key lessons you must never forget

BUSINESS

COVID-19 teaches rules of investing; 5 key lessons you must never forget

While there will certainly be a time free from this pandemic, there will be lessons taught by it that will never fade away, or at least, they should never be ignored.

Auto sector troubles unlikely end after lockdown; brokerages bet on Maruti, Escorts, Eicher, M&M

BUSINESS

Auto sector troubles unlikely end after lockdown; brokerages bet on Maruti, Escorts, Eicher, M&M

Automobile production has been hit by coronavirus disruptions and the BS-VI transition, say experts.

Financials may see FY21 earnings drop 40%; BNP Paribas gives 10 stock picks

BUSINESS

Financials may see FY21 earnings drop 40%; BNP Paribas gives 10 stock picks

Fiscal stimulus, the extension of RBI forbearance, normal monsoon and results of the first half of FY21 will decide the course of India's financial sector.

Facebook-Jio deal a win-win for both, sets benchmark valuation for future listings, say brokerages

BUSINESS

Facebook-Jio deal a win-win for both, sets benchmark valuation for future listings, say brokerages

This is the largest investment for a minority stake by a technology company anywhere in the world and the largest FDI in the sector in India.

Trade Setup for Wednesday: Top 14 things to know before Opening Bell

BUSINESS

Trade Setup for Wednesday: Top 14 things to know before Opening Bell

Key support level for Nifty is placed at 8,912.43, followed by 8,843.42. If the index starts moving up, key resistance levels to watch out for are 9,047.43 and 9,113.42.

Infra sector to post weak Q4 numbers; will the road ahead be smoother?

BUSINESS

Infra sector to post weak Q4 numbers; will the road ahead be smoother?

Lockdown started in March, which is considered to be the most important month for the sector in terms of execution and payment collections from the clients.

Infosys misses FY20 revenue guidance; 8 takeaways from company's Q4 scorecard

BUSINESS

Infosys misses FY20 revenue guidance; 8 takeaways from company's Q4 scorecard

Profitability was ahead of the average of CNBC-TV18's analysts' poll that was pegged at Rs 4,230 crore due to lower tax cost (down 16.1 percent QoQ).

Sovereign gold bond now open for subscription; is it a good tool for investment?

BUSINESS

Sovereign gold bond now open for subscription; is it a good tool for investment?

RBI defines SGBs as government securities denominated in grams of gold. They are substitutes for holding physical gold.

RBI's measures may not get desired results; pain unlikely to go away for NBFCs

BUSINESS

RBI's measures may not get desired results; pain unlikely to go away for NBFCs

Despite RBI’s stance, the liquidity available through the LTRO window is negligible compared to the actual liquidity crunch in the system, say brokerages.

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