Closing Bell: Nifty above 25,200, Sensex up 63 pts; metals drag, financials gain

Indian equity indices ended with marginal gains in the rangebound session on July 16. At close, the Sensex was up 63.57 points or 0.08 percent at 82,634.48, and the Nifty was up 16.25 points or 0.06 percent at 25,212.05.

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The Nifty continues to face resistance at the crucial level of 25,260, which is the 38.20% Fibonacci retracement of the recent decline from 25,669, indicating indecision among investors at the higher level. On the daily chart, the index has been sustaining above the 50-day moving average (50DMA), signifying a positive short-term trend.

As long as it remains above 25,000 on a closing basis, the sentiment is likely to stay bullish, with a "buy on dips" strategy appearing favourable. On the higher side, a decisive move above 25,260 could trigger a rally towards 25,500 and beyond.

Markets traded in a narrow range and ended almost unchanged due to the absence of any fresh triggers. After an initial downtick, the Nifty index slipped further but later recovered, supported by select heavyweight stocks across sectors, which helped pare all the losses. As a result, the Nifty once again tested the resistance around the 25,250 level and eventually settled at 25,212. Meanwhile, sectoral performance remained mixed, keeping volatility elevated. IT, realty, and auto emerged as the top gainers, while metal and pharma ended in the red. The broader indices also paused after a two-day rally and closed flat.

Mixed global cues and a lackluster start to the earnings season are keeping participants uncertain about the next directional move. We believe a decisive close above the 20-day EMA, around 25,250, could open the door for further recovery. Otherwise, profit-taking may resume, with key support in the 24,900–25,000 zone. Traders should maintain a cautious stance and focus on stock selection based on relative strength and earnings outcomes.

Today, the benchmark indices experienced narrow-range activity, with the Nifty ends 16 points higher and the Sensex gain 64 points. Among sectors, the PSU Bank index outperformed, rallying over 1.70 percent, while selective profit booking was observed in Metal and Defense stocks. Technically, a small candle on the daily charts and range-bound intraday activity indicate indecisiveness between the bulls and bears.

We believe that 25,100/82,300 will remain act as a key support zone for traders. As long as the market trades above this level, the bullish sentiment is likely to continue. On the higher side, the market could bounce back to the 20-day SMA (Simple Moving Average) or 25,300/83,000. Further upside may also push the market up to 25,450/83,600.

Conversely, below 25,100/82,300, the sentiment could change. If the market slips below this level, it could decline toward the 50-day SMA or the 25,000-24,930/82,000-81,800 zone.

Rupee traded weak by 0.10 rupees at 85.95, down 0.12%, as the dollar gained momentum holding above 98.50 levels. A higher-than-expected US CPI reading at 2.7% versus 2.4% strengthened the dollar index.

Going ahead, key US data including PPI and initial jobless claims are expected to keep the rupee volatile. The currency is likely to trade in a range of 85.45 to 86.25.

India’s macroeconomic outlook remains strong, supported by easing inflation, lower interest rates, a healthy monsoon, and softer oil prices. A drop in inflation in eight straight months has provided a push to the market. However, investors are showing a mix of optimism and caution in the relief rally to assess the Q1FY26 corporate earnings, as an upgrade in earnings is essential in the premium valued stock market.

Additionally, global sentiment is mixed amid tariff concerns—highlighted by the announcement of a 50% duty on copper—and fading hopes of a near-term U.S. Fed rate cut on account of sticky inflation, adding market uncertainty.

Indian rupee ended 13 paise lower at 85.94 per dollar on Wednesday versus Tuesday's close of 85.81.

Indian equity indices ended with marginal gains in the rangebound session on July 16.

At close, the Sensex was up 63.57 points or 0.08 percent at 82,634.48, and the Nifty was up 16.25 points or 0.06 percent at 25,212.05. About 2234 shares advanced, 1658 shares declined, and 150 shares unchanged.

BSE Midcap and smallcap indices ended with marginal gains.

Among sectors, metal index shed 0.6 percent, pharma index down 0.3 percent, while realty, auto, FMCG, IT, PSU Bank and media indices added 0.5-1.8 percent.

M&M, Wipro, SBI, Nestle India and Tech Mahindra were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers included Shriram Finance, Eternal, Sun Pharma, Tata Steel and Cipla.

#1Apartment prices in the range of Rs 37,270 -47,875/sqft

#2 Mumbai project apartment price are in the range of Rs 4.2 -7.2 crore

#3 Project apartment configuration will be from 1,126-1,511 sqft

Indian Hotels Company was quoting at Rs 750.60, up Rs 5.10, or 0.68 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 753.00 and an intraday low of Rs 736.25.

It was trading with volumes of 82,599 shares, compared to its five day average of 326,053 shares, a decrease of -74.67 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 2.42 percent or Rs 17.60 at Rs 745.50.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 894.15 and a 52-week low of Rs 571.15 on 30 December, 2024 and 19 July, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 16.05 percent below its 52-week high and 31.42 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 106,842.82 crore.

Shilpa Medicare's Unit VI, Dabaspet, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India has received EIR with VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated) classification, from USFDA, for the GMP inspection which was conducted from October 24 – 30, 2024.

This facility is capable of manufacturing, packaging, testing, storage and distribution of two types of complex dosage forms - Oral Dissolving Films and Transdermal Systems.

The Unit is already approved by EMA, Europe; MHRA, UK; SFDA, Saudi and TGA, Australia.

This unit is currently supplying Oral Film products to US and other markets. Transdermal products have been filed in the European market.

Biocon Biologics, a subsidiary of Biocon today announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Kirsty (Insulin Aspart-xjhz), 100 units/mL as the first and only interchangeable biosimilar to NovoLog (Insulin Aspart).

KIRSTY is a rapid-acting human insulin analog indicated to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus.

KIRSTY will be available as a single-patient-use prefilled pen for subcutaneous use and a multiple-dose vial for subcutaneous and intravenous use.

The FDA approval of KIRSTY expands Biocon Biologics’ biosimilar insulin portfolio, which also includes the first approved interchangeable biosimilar, Semglee (Insulin Glargine-yfgn Injection). KIRSTY has been available in Europe and Canada since 2022.

Tech Mahindra was quoting at Rs 1,609.10, up Rs 30.70, or 1.95 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,610.00 and an intraday low of Rs 1,570.75.

It was trading with volumes of 27,356 shares, compared to its five day average of 72,659 shares, a decrease of -62.35 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.02 percent or Rs 0.25 at Rs 1,578.40.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,807.40 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,209.70 on 12 December, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 10.97 percent below its 52-week high and 33.02 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 157,570.28 crore.

The board of directors of the company at its meeting held today has approved the conversion of 91,86,490 fully paid warrants and issued & allotted 91,86,490 equity shares of Re 1 each to the following Non-Promoter Persons/ Entities at an issue price of Rs 134 per share on preferential basis.

#1 Steady quarter, VNB 1 percent above estimate

#2 Good quality results; maintain 17 percent FY26 VNB growth forecast

#3 Management expects rangebound margin in FY26

Varun Beverages was quoting at Rs 479.85, up Rs 10.15, or 2.16 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 481.80 and an intraday low of Rs 464.80.

It was trading with volumes of 250,676 shares, compared to its five day average of 377,964 shares, a decrease of -33.68 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.84 percent or Rs 8.50 at Rs 469.70.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 682.84 and a 52-week low of Rs 419.40 on 29 July, 2024 and 03 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 29.73 percent below its 52-week high and 14.41 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 162,281.28 crore.

LT Foods has announced that its organic business arm, Nature Bio Foods Limited, has forayed into the Business-to-Consumer (B2C) segment in Europe with the inauguration of a new facility in Maasvlakte, Rotterdam.

The Sensex was up 109.02 points or 0.13 percent at 82,679.93, and the Nifty was up 30.45 points or 0.12 percent at 25,226.25. About 2015 shares advanced, 1529 shares declined, and 121 shares unchanged.

Indian Rupee weakened against the US Dollar on a strong greenback and FII outflows. However, overnight decline in crude oil prices and positive domestic equities cushioned the downside. US Dollar rose amid high inflation data. US CPI rose 0.3% MoM in June vs forecast of 0.3% and 2.7% YoY in June vs forecast of 2.6%. Core CPI rose 0.2% MoM in June, lower than forecast of 0.3% but higher than previous month’s reading of 0.1%. on an annual basis core CPI rose 2.9% in June vs forecast of 3% but above May’s reading of 2.8%.

We expect Rupee to trade with a slight negative bias as hot inflation data from US trimmed rate cut bets. However, risk on sentiments in global markets as US delayed imposing tariffs on Russia by 50 days may support risk currencies. Traders may take cues from PPI and industrial production data from the US. USDINR spot price is expected to trade in a range of Rs 85.60 to Rs 86.30.

Indian rupee is trading marginally lower at 85.92 per dollar versus Tuesday's close of 85.81.

The board of directors of the company approved the proposal for raising of funds through Issue of up to 5,01,91,537 equity shares of face value of Re 1 each at a premium of Rs 33.38 per equity share i.e. at an issue price of Rs 34.38 per equity share, aggregating to Rs 1,72,55,85,042.06 on a preferential basis.

Cupid Limited approves strategic investment in Gll Healthcare lnvestment, a healthcare-focused investment vehicle of Gulf lslamic lnvestments.

GII Healthcare Investment Limited holds a significant minority equity stake in a prominent healthcare provider based in Saudi Arabia, GII is a leading investment firm with assets under management exceeding US$ 3.5 billion with presence across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Europe, USA and India.

Cupid was quoting at Rs 133.50, up Rs 0.05, or 0.04 percent. It has touched a 52-week high of Rs 138. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 138.00 and an intraday low of Rs 131.15.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 5.66 percent or Rs 7.15 at Rs 133.45.Market capitalisation stands at Rs 3,582.54 crore.

QIB – 87.72 times

NII - 37.61 times

Retail – 4.74 times

Employee Reserved - 5.25

Overall – 35.38 times

#1 Net Profit Up 54% At Rs133 Cr Vs Rs86.5 Cr (YoY)

#2 Revenue Up 15% At Rs815 Cr Vs Rs705 Cr (YoY)

#3 EBITDA Up 19% At Rs246 Cr Vs Rs204.6 Cr (YoY)

#4 Margin At 29.9% Vs 29.03% (YoY)

The Sensex was up 109.02 points or 0.13 percent at 82,679.93, and the Nifty was up 22.15 points or 0.09 percent at 25,217.95. About 1979 shares advanced, 1528 shares declined, and 132 shares unchanged.

ITC Hotels was quoting at Rs 229.15, up Rs 0.90, or 0.39 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 231.25 and an intraday low of Rs 225.05.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 1.38 percent or Rs 3.20 at Rs 228.25.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 236.95 and a 52-week low of Rs 158.00 on 14 July, 2025 and 25 February, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 3.29 percent below its 52-week high and 45.03 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 47,712.48 crore.

Tech Mahindra, ITC Hotels, Angel One, Le Travenues Technology, Kalpataru, Lotus Chocolate Company, L&T Technology Services, and Reliance Industrial Infrastructure will release their quarterly earnings on July 16.

Arisinfra Solutions has signed MOU with Wadhwa Construction and Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. for the next phase of its flagship Wadhwa Wise City project in Panvel.

Arisinfra Solutions was quoting at Rs 163.60, up Rs 0.58, or 0.36 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 166.90 and an intraday low of Rs 162.90.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.43 percent or Rs 0.69 at Rs 163.02.

Allcargo Terminals has announced a proposal to raise Rs 38.28 crore through the issuance and allotment of up to 1,32,00,000 Fully Convertible Warrants to the Promoters/Promoter Group.

The board has approved the preferential allotment in its meeting held on July 15, 2025.

Each warrant has a face value of Rs 2 per share, at an issue price of Rs 29 per warrant at a premium of Rs 27 per warrant, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. This issuance accounts for approximately 5% of ATL’s post-conversion equity share capital

and is priced at a ~1% premium to the SEBI-defined floor price.

The central board of the bank in its meeting held on 16.07.2025, accorded approval for raising funds in INR by issue of Basel III compliant Additional Tier 1 and Tier 2 Bonds, up to an amount of Rs 20,000 crores to domestic investors during FY26, subject to GOI approval wherever required.

Net profit down 31% at Rs 81 crore versus RS 118 crore, YoY

Revenue down 5% at Rs 559 crore versus Rs 590 crore, YoY

DB Corp was quoting at Rs 266.75, down Rs 5.65, or 2.07 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 271.10 and an intraday low of Rs 262.00.

It was trading with volumes of 21,436 shares, compared to its five day average of 6,160 shares, an increase of 247.98 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.13 percent or Rs 3.05 at Rs 272.40.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 383.85 and a 52-week low of Rs 189.10 on 18 July, 2024 and 12 February, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 30.51 percent below its 52-week high and 41.06 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 4,754.10 crore.

The board of directors of the company at its meeting held today, July 15, 2025, has approved the issuance of partly paid-up equity shares of the company of face value of Rs 10 for an amount not exceeding Rs 400 crore by way of a rights issue to the eligible equity shareholders of the company.

The company has received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Celecoxib capsules, which will be available in 50 mg, 100 mg, 200 mg, and 400 mg strengths.

Celecoxib is used to treat pain and inflammation caused by various conditions such as arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and menstrual pain.

Phani Shankar has resigned from the position of President and Chief Credit Officer (Senior Management Personnel) of the bank. His resignation will be effective July 21.

Kotak Mahindra Bank was quoting at Rs 2,181.00, down Rs 7.25, or 0.33 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,188.90 and an intraday low of Rs 2,156.65.

It was trading with volumes of 26,625 shares, compared to its five day average of 122,517 shares, a decrease of -78.27 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.68 percent or Rs 15.05 at Rs 2,188.25.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 2,301.55 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,679.10 on 22 April, 2025 and 13 November, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 5.24 percent below its 52-week high and 29.89 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 433,667.84 crore.

Angel One was quoting at Rs 2,722.35, up Rs 48.70, or 1.82 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,728.00 and an intraday low of Rs 2,665.00.

It was trading with volumes of 34,654 shares, compared to its five day average of 33,853 shares, an increase of 2.37 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.13 percent or Rs 3.60 at Rs 2,673.65.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 3,502.60 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,942.00 on 09 December, 2024 and 13 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 22.28 percent below its 52-week high and 40.18 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 24,649.73 crore.

QIB – 18.86 times

NII - 29.28 times

Retail – 4.03 times

Employee Reserved - 4.68

Overall – 13.64 times

Tech Mahindra was quoting at Rs 1,593.30, up Rs 14.90, or 0.94 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,602.00 and an intraday low of Rs 1,570.75.

It was trading with volumes of 20,182 shares, compared to its five day average of 72,659 shares, a decrease of -72.22 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.02 percent or Rs 0.25 at Rs 1,578.40.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,807.40 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,209.70 on 12 December, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 11.85 percent below its 52-week high and 31.71 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 156,023.07 crore.

The Sensex was up 88.87 points or 0.11 percent at 82,659.78, and the Nifty was up 18.70 points or 0.07 percent at 25,214.50. About 1966 shares advanced, 1504 shares declined, and 142 shares unchanged.

#1 Profit grows 14.4 percent to Rs 546 crore Vs Rs 478 crore, YoY

#2 Total APE (annual premium equivalent) increases 12.5 percent to Rs 3,225 crore Vs Rs 2,866 crore, YoY

#3 Retail (individual) APE soars 12.5 percent to Rs 2,777 crore Vs Rs 2,467 crore, YoY

#4 Value of new business (VNB) increases 12.7 percent to Rs 809 crore Vs Rs 718 crore, YoY

#5 VNB margin expands to 25.1 percent Vs 25 percent, YoY

#6 Assets under management jumps 14.7 percent to Rs 3.55 lakh crore Vs Rs 3.1 lakh crore, YoY

Tech Mahindra, ITC Hotels, Angel One, DB Corp, Le Travenues Technology, Kalpataru, Lotus Chocolate Company, L&T Technology Services, and Reliance Industrial Infrastructure will release their quarterly earnings on July 16.

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company was quoting at Rs 649.80, down Rs 19.90, or 2.97 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 669.70 and an intraday low of Rs 643.00.

It was trading with volumes of 190,468 shares, compared to its five day average of 92,249 shares, an increase of 106.47 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.44 percent or Rs 2.95 at Rs 669.70.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 795.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 517.00 on 01 October, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 18.26 percent below its 52-week high and 25.69 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 93,969.87 crore.

The company announced the opening of Lemon Tree Hotel, Erode, Tamil Nadu. This is the 6 th property of the group in Tamil Nadu.

This hotel features 64 well-appointed rooms, Citrus Café – a multi-cuisine restaurant, and a conference facility.

Tree Hotels was quoting at Rs 153.30, down Rs 0.50, or 0.33 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 155.70 and an intraday low of Rs 152.75.

It was trading with volumes of 37,021 shares, compared to its five day average of 251,648 shares, a decrease of -85.29 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.15 percent or Rs 1.75 at Rs 153.80.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 162.25 and a 52-week low of Rs 110.55 on 02 January, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 5.52 percent below its 52-week high and 38.67 percent above its 52-week low.

#1 Company takes key steps to boost smartphone value addition via camera modules & enclosures

#2 To acquire 51 percent in Q Tech India

#3 Also forms 74:26 JV with Chongqing Yuhai for enclosures

#4 Along with HKC JV, smartphone value addition may rise to 45–55 percent from 15–17 percent

#5 Expected to add 150–200 bps to margin & create external revenue streams

HCL Technologies was quoting at Rs 1,566.50, down Rs 0.55, or 0.04 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,573.90 and an intraday low of Rs 1,561.05.

It was trading with volumes of 173,391 shares, compared to its five day average of 164,493 shares, an increase of 5.41 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 3.27 percent or Rs 52.90 at Rs 1,567.05.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 2,011.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,304.00 on 13 January, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 22.1 percent below its 52-week high and 20.13 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 425,095.64 crore.

Premier Explosives has received an export order for a total consideration of USD 12,240,000 i.e. approximately Rs 105 crore, for manufacture and supply of Defence Explosives, to be delivered within a period of 12 months.

Indian rupee is trading flat at 85.81 per dollar on Wednesday versus Tuesday's close of 85.81.

Shilpa Medicare's Unit VI, Dabaspet, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India has received EIR with VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated) classification, from USFDA, for the GMP inspection which was conducted from October 24 – 30, 2024.

This facility is capable of manufacturing, packaging, testing, storage and distribution of two types of complex dosage forms - Oral Dissolving Films and Transdermal Systems.

The Unit is already approved by EMA, Europe; MHRA, UK; SFDA, Saudi and TGA, Australia.

This unit is currently supplying Oral Film products to US and other markets. Transdermal products have been filed in the European market.

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has approved the transfer of 26% equity shares held by Allianz SE in its two insurance subsidiaries—Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company and Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company—to Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Holdings & Investment (promoter), and Jamnalal Sons (promoter group).

Bajaj Finserv was quoting at Rs 2,023.85, down Rs 13.60, or 0.67 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,041.35 and an intraday low of Rs 2,018.60.

It was trading with volumes of 9,282 shares, compared to its five day average of 14,276 shares, a decrease of -34.98 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.69 percent or Rs 33.80 at Rs 2,037.45.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 2,134.45 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,523.75 on 24 April, 2025 and 16 August, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 5.18 percent below its 52-week high and 32.82 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 323,373.43 crore.

HDB Financial Services posted a mixed Q1 FY26, with net profit at Rs 568 crore—down 2.4% YoY— dragged by sharply higher provisions for bad loans, which surged ~63% to Rs 670 crore. Gross stage 3 assets rose from 1.93% to 2.56%, reflecting that asset quality remains a key challenge.

On the positive side, operational momentum held firm: net interest income grew ~18% to Rs 2,092 crore, total operational revenue jumped ~15% to Rs 4,465 crore, and AUM/loan book expanded ~14–15% to Rs 1.09 trillion.

Pre provisioning profit rose ~17% to Rs 1,402 crore. HDB Financial Services Q1FY26 results reflect robust top-line and operational growth with expanding loan book and improving margins, but elevated credit costs and asset quality pressures currently weigh on net profit.

The outlook remains positive given the solid fundamentals and growth guidance.

The Sensex was down 24.97 points or 0.03 percent at 82,545.94, and the Nifty was down 11.30 points or 0.04 percent at 25,184.50. About 1931 shares advanced, 1492 shares declined, and 136 shares unchanged.

The company reported Q1FY26 revenue at Rs 135.6 crore, up 4.3% QoQ.

Onward Technologies was quoting at Rs 374.55, up Rs 17.80, or 4.99 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 374.55 and an intraday low of Rs 359.50.

There were pending buy orders of 6,884 shares, with no sellers available.

It was trading with volumes of 13,048 shares, compared to its five day average of 4,800 shares, an increase of 171.83 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 4.99 percent or Rs 16.95 at Rs 356.75.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 494.90 and a 52-week low of Rs 206.80 on 18 July, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 24.32 percent below its 52-week high and 81.12 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 851.43 crore.

Raminfo has been awarded a prestigious project valued at approximately Rs 14.14 crore by the Directorate of Information Technology, Government of Tripura.

Ram Informatics was quoting at Rs 105.45, up Rs 5.00, or 4.98 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 105.45 and an intraday low of Rs 96.25.

There were pending buy orders of 6,624 shares, with no sellers available.

It was trading with volumes of 38,866 shares, compared to its five day average of 16,806 shares, an increase of 131.27 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.10 percent or Rs 0.10 at Rs 100.45.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 142.90 and a 52-week low of Rs 62.00 on 28 August, 2024 and 18 February, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 26.21 percent below its 52-week high and 70.08 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 79.54 crore.

Trent was quoting at Rs 5,394.55, up Rs 1.90, or 0.04 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 5,468.50 and an intraday low of Rs 5,386.

It was trading with volumes of 28,787 shares, compared to its five day average of 34,334 shares, a decrease of -16.16 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.48 percent or Rs 78.75 at Rs 5,392.65.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 8,345.85 and a 52-week low of Rs 4,491.75 on 14 October, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 35.36 percent below its 52-week high and 20.1 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 191,769.49 crore.

#1 PAT beat on higher investment income from capital gains

#2 Profitable growth focus positive, but upside limited at 36x FY26 P/E ratio

#3 Weak topline growth, intense competition & motor TP Hike uncertainty remain risks

ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company was quoting at Rs 2,013.95, up Rs 12.90, or 0.64 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,052.50 and an intraday low of Rs 2,004.00.

It was trading with volumes of 48,733 shares, compared to its five day average of 9,903 shares, an increase of 392.10 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.97 percent or Rs 19.55 at Rs 2,001.05.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 2,285.85 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,612.65 on 26 September, 2024 and 04 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 11.89 percent below its 52-week high and 24.88 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 100,030.22 crore.

The Sensex was down 156.76 points or 0.19 percent at 82,414.15, and the Nifty was down 55.20 points or 0.22 percent at 25,140.60. About 1912 shares advanced, 1399 shares declined, and 145 shares unchanged.

#1 Q1FY26: In-line performance with healthy APE growth, stable margin & 16.3 percent RoEV

#2 Customer addition, distribution expansion & product mix to drive mid-teens APE growth in FY26–28

#3 APE CAGR of approximately 16 percent estimated for FY25–28 with gradual margin gains

#1 Muted APE growth, weak persistency, sharp drop in annuity APE & margin pressure are negatives

#2 Strong protection growth & cost control are positives

#3 VNB margin at 24.5 percent vs estimate of 24 percent

#4 Lower product margins despite higher protection mix

#5 Forecast 8 percent APE & VNB growth for FY26, 13 percent VNB growth for FY27

Patanjali Foods was quoting at Rs 1,810, up Rs 66.85, or 3.84 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,813.60 and an intraday low of Rs 1,745.05.

It was trading with volumes of 73,294 shares, compared to its five day average of 39,530 shares, an increase of 85.41 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 4.05 percent or Rs 67.80 at Rs 1,743.15.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 2,030.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,541.00 on 04 September, 2024 and 18 July, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 10.84 percent below its 52-week high and 17.46 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 65,613.64 crore.

Tilaknagar Industries was quoting at Rs 377.65, up Rs 25.15, or 7.13 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 381.10 and an intraday low of Rs 355.45.

It was trading with volumes of 220,185 shares, compared to its five day average of 69,130 shares, an increase of 218.51 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 3.24 percent or Rs 11.05 at Rs 352.50.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 457.30 and a 52-week low of Rs 205.00 on 03 January, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 17.42 percent below its 52-week high and 84.22 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 7,319.38 crore.

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Ashok Leyland was quoting at Rs 124.35, down Rs 1.08, or 0.86 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 125.95 and an intraday low of Rs 122.80.

It was trading with volumes of 490,046 shares, compared to its five day average of 401,381 shares, an increase of 22.09 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.81 percent or Rs 1.02 at Rs 125.43.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 132.35 and a 52-week low of Rs 95.20 on 27 August, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 6.04 percent below its 52-week high and 30.62 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 36,515.72 crore.

The Finance Committee of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone in its meeting held on July 16, 2025, has approved a tender offer to purchase for cash up to (i) USD 200,000,000 in principal amount of its outstanding USD 500,000,000 4.00% Senior Notes due July 2027, (ii) USD 125,000,000 in principal amount of its outstanding USD 750,000,000 4.20% Senior Notes due August 2027 and (iii) USD 125,000,000 in principal amount of its outstanding USD 750,000,000 4.375% Senior Notes due July 2029.

Gold prices rose on Wednesday as investors digested data showing an increase in U.S. consumer prices last month and waited for further clarity on U.S. President Donald Trump's trade policy.

Spot gold was up 0.4% at $3,334.12 per ounce, as of 0401 GMT. U.S. gold futures edged 0.1% higher to $3,340.90.

Shilpa Medicare's Unit VI, Dabaspet, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India has received EIR with VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated) classification, from USFDA, for the GMP inspection which was conducted from October 24 – 30, 2024.

This facility is capable of manufacturing, packaging, testing, storage and distribution of two types of complex dosage forms - Oral Dissolving Films and Transdermal Systems.

The Unit is already approved by EMA, Europe; MHRA, UK; SFDA, Saudi and TGA, Australia.

This unit is currently supplying Oral Film products to US and other markets. Transdermal products have been filed in the European market.

QIB – 0.60 times

NII - 11.85 times

Retail – 2.32 times

Employee Reserved - 2.74

Overall – 3.87 times

Phani Shankar has resigned from the position of President and Chief Credit Officer (Senior Management Personnel) of the bank. His resignation will be effective July 21.

Kotak Mahindra Bank was quoting at Rs 2,170.05, down Rs 18.20, or 0.83 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,188.90 and an intraday low of Rs 2,170.05.

It was trading with volumes of 13,332 shares, compared to its five day average of 122,517 shares, a decrease of -89.12 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.68 percent or Rs 15.05 at Rs 2,188.25.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 2,301.55 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,679.10 on 22 April, 2025 and 13 November, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 5.71 percent below its 52-week high and 29.24 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 431,490.56 crore.

The Sensex was down 128.31 points or 0.16 percent at 82,442.60, and the Nifty was down 40.85 points or 0.16 percent at 25,154.95. About 1807 shares advanced, 1285 shares declined, and 154 shares unchanged.