Cornered for delays in giving back hostage bodies, Hamas reaffirms truce commitment
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/cornered-for-delays-in-giving-back-hostage-bodies-hamas-reaffirms-truce-commitment/articleshow/124640188.cms
Hamas has reiterated its dedication to maintaining a ceasefire with Israel, promising to facilitate the return of deceased Israeli hostages. This announcement follows a stern warning from President Donald Trump. The group indicated that some of the bodies are interred within collapsed tunnels.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/cornered-for-delays-in-giving-back-hostage-bodies-hamas-reaffirms-truce-commitment/articleshow/124640188.cms
Hamas has reiterated its dedication to maintaining a ceasefire with Israel, promising to facilitate the return of deceased Israeli hostages. This announcement follows a stern warning from President Donald Trump. The group indicated that some of the bodies are interred within collapsed tunnels.
Vijay Kedia takes aim at “lifeless money” as gold & silver fever grips investors amid record rallies
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/news/vijay-kedia-takes-aim-at-lifeless-money-as-gold-silver-fever-grips-investors-amid-record-rallies/articleshow/124627086.cms
Ace investor Vijay Kedia urged investors to look beyond bullion gains, calling gold and silver “lifeless money” without creativity. Amid record rallies, he stressed equity investing as a path to value creation, while reshuffling his Rs 1,292 crore portfolio with selective additions and trims.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/news/vijay-kedia-takes-aim-at-lifeless-money-as-gold-silver-fever-grips-investors-amid-record-rallies/articleshow/124627086.cms
Ace investor Vijay Kedia urged investors to look beyond bullion gains, calling gold and silver “lifeless money” without creativity. Amid record rallies, he stressed equity investing as a path to value creation, while reshuffling his Rs 1,292 crore portfolio with selective additions and trims.
Rupee falls 7 paise to close at 88.03 against US dollar
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/forex/forex-news/rupee-falls-7-paise-to-close-at-88-03-against-us-dollar/articleshow/124627254.cms
The Indian Rupee weakened by 7 paise to close at 88.03 against the US Dollar on Friday. Trade tensions and global uncertainties impacted the currency. However, foreign fund inflows and lower crude oil prices provided some support. The domestic equity market saw significant gains.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/forex/forex-news/rupee-falls-7-paise-to-close-at-88-03-against-us-dollar/articleshow/124627254.cms
The Indian Rupee weakened by 7 paise to close at 88.03 against the US Dollar on Friday. Trade tensions and global uncertainties impacted the currency. However, foreign fund inflows and lower crude oil prices provided some support. The domestic equity market saw significant gains.
IndusInd Bank Q2 Preview: Profit likely to fall sharply amid weak treasury income, MFI stress. 8 things to watch
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/indusind-bank-q2-preview-profit-to-likely-fall-sharply-amid-weak-treasury-income-mfi-stress-8-things-to-watch/articleshow/124627251.cms
IndusInd Bank is likely to post up to 82% YoY fall in Q2 FY26 profit as higher provisions, weak treasury income, and margin pressure weigh on performance. Brokerages see muted loan and deposit growth amid asset-quality concerns.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/indusind-bank-q2-preview-profit-to-likely-fall-sharply-amid-weak-treasury-income-mfi-stress-8-things-to-watch/articleshow/124627251.cms
IndusInd Bank is likely to post up to 82% YoY fall in Q2 FY26 profit as higher provisions, weak treasury income, and margin pressure weigh on performance. Brokerages see muted loan and deposit growth amid asset-quality concerns.
Gainers & Losers: Adani Power, Infosys among 6 stocks that saw top action today
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gainers-amp-losers-adani-power-infosys-among-6-stocks-that-saw-top-action-today/slideshow/124627438.cms
Indian markets ended at 52-week highs on Friday led by FMCG, auto, and banking stocks. Adani Power, Ola Electric, and Whirlpool surged on positive developments, while Yes Bank, Wipro, and Infosys declined after mixed news and earnings updates.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gainers-amp-losers-adani-power-infosys-among-6-stocks-that-saw-top-action-today/slideshow/124627438.cms
Indian markets ended at 52-week highs on Friday led by FMCG, auto, and banking stocks. Adani Power, Ola Electric, and Whirlpool surged on positive developments, while Yes Bank, Wipro, and Infosys declined after mixed news and earnings updates.
Dhanteras 2025: 8 Nifty microcaps stocks doubled investors’ money since last year!
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/dhanteras-2025-8-nifty-microcaps-stocks-doubled-investors-money-since-last-year/slideshow/124627752.cms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/dhanteras-2025-8-nifty-microcaps-stocks-doubled-investors-money-since-last-year/slideshow/124627752.cms
Gold to hit $5,000/oz in 2026, HSBC says
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/gold-to-hit-5000/oz-in-2026-hsbc-says/articleshow/124627779.cms
HSBC on Friday raised its 2025 average gold price forecast by $100 to $3,455 per ounce, citing geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and a weakening U.S. dollar, and projected prices could reach $5,000 in 2026.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/gold-to-hit-5000/oz-in-2026-hsbc-says/articleshow/124627779.cms
HSBC on Friday raised its 2025 average gold price forecast by $100 to $3,455 per ounce, citing geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and a weakening U.S. dollar, and projected prices could reach $5,000 in 2026.
Havells Q2 Results: Profit jumps 19% YoY to Rs 318 crore, revenue up 5%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/havells-q2-results-profit-jumps-19-yoy-to-rs-318-crore-revenue-up-5/articleshow/124628156.cms
Consumer electrical goods maker Havells India on Friday reported a 18.86 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 318.28 crore in the September quarter of 2025-26.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/havells-q2-results-profit-jumps-19-yoy-to-rs-318-crore-revenue-up-5/articleshow/124628156.cms
Consumer electrical goods maker Havells India on Friday reported a 18.86 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 318.28 crore in the September quarter of 2025-26.
AU Small Finance Bank Q2 Results: Net profit slips 2% YoY to Rs 561 crore
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/au-small-finance-bank-q2-results-net-profits-slips-2-yoy-to-rs-561-crore/articleshow/124628267.cms
AU Small Finance Bank on Friday reported a 2 per cent dip in net profit at Rs 561 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/au-small-finance-bank-q2-results-net-profits-slips-2-yoy-to-rs-561-crore/articleshow/124628267.cms
AU Small Finance Bank on Friday reported a 2 per cent dip in net profit at Rs 561 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025.
Sovereign gold bond investors make 338% returns in 8 years. Did you miss?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/bonds/sovereign-gold-bond-investors-make-338-return-in-8-years-did-you-miss/articleshow/124628322.cms
Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2017–18 Series III investors are set to receive a remarkable 338% return as its eight-year tenure concludes on October 16, 2025. The RBI has fixed the final redemption price at Rs 12,567 per gram, significantly higher than the initial Rs 2,866 per gram issue price.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/bonds/sovereign-gold-bond-investors-make-338-return-in-8-years-did-you-miss/articleshow/124628322.cms
Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2017–18 Series III investors are set to receive a remarkable 338% return as its eight-year tenure concludes on October 16, 2025. The RBI has fixed the final redemption price at Rs 12,567 per gram, significantly higher than the initial Rs 2,866 per gram issue price.
The season of true prosperity: Why mixing corporate bonds and equities is smarter than betting all on one
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/bonds/the-season-of-true-prosperity-why-mixing-corporate-bonds-and-equities-is-smarter-than-betting-all-on-one/articleshow/124628142.cms
Indian equities delivered a sobering 0% return over the past year, highlighting the risks of single-asset bets. In contrast, well-chosen corporate bonds offered positive returns of 8%-15%, insulating portfolios from volatility. Diversification across equities, bonds, and fixed deposits proved crucial for mitigating damage and achieving steady growth, even when equity markets remained flat.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/bonds/the-season-of-true-prosperity-why-mixing-corporate-bonds-and-equities-is-smarter-than-betting-all-on-one/articleshow/124628142.cms
Indian equities delivered a sobering 0% return over the past year, highlighting the risks of single-asset bets. In contrast, well-chosen corporate bonds offered positive returns of 8%-15%, insulating portfolios from volatility. Diversification across equities, bonds, and fixed deposits proved crucial for mitigating damage and achieving steady growth, even when equity markets remained flat.
Tata Tech Q2 Results: Profit rises 5% YoY to Rs 166 crore on non-core business boost
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/tata-tech-q2-results-profit-rises-5-yoy-to-rs-166-crore-on-non-core-business-boost/articleshow/124628944.cms
Indian engineering firm Tata Technologies reported a 5% rise in second-quarter profit on Friday, as growth in its non-automotive business cushioned weakness in its key auto-focused segment
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/tata-tech-q2-results-profit-rises-5-yoy-to-rs-166-crore-on-non-core-business-boost/articleshow/124628944.cms
Indian engineering firm Tata Technologies reported a 5% rise in second-quarter profit on Friday, as growth in its non-automotive business cushioned weakness in its key auto-focused segment
Dixon Technologies Q2 Results: Cons PAT soars 72% YoY to Rs 670 crore, revenue up 29%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/dixon-technologies-q2-results-cons-pat-soars-72-yoy-to-rs-670-crore-revenue-up-29/articleshow/124629402.cms
Dixon Technologies posted a 72% YoY rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 670 crore on strong operational growth. Revenue increased 29% to Rs 14,855 crore, while EBITDA surged 152% year-on-year to Rs 1,057 crore.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/dixon-technologies-q2-results-cons-pat-soars-72-yoy-to-rs-670-crore-revenue-up-29/articleshow/124629402.cms
Dixon Technologies posted a 72% YoY rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 670 crore on strong operational growth. Revenue increased 29% to Rs 14,855 crore, while EBITDA surged 152% year-on-year to Rs 1,057 crore.
Nestle India, SBI among 7 stocks that hit 52-week highs and gained up to 12% in a month
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nestle-india-sbi-among-7-stocks-that-hit-52-week-highs-and-gained-up-to-12-in-a-month/slideshow/124629727.cms
The Sensex rallied 485 points to 83,952 on Friday, lifting six BSE 200 stocks — Muthoot Finance, SBI, Maruti Suzuki, Nestle India, M&M Financial, and TVS Motor — to fresh 52-week highs, signalling strong market momentum.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nestle-india-sbi-among-7-stocks-that-hit-52-week-highs-and-gained-up-to-12-in-a-month/slideshow/124629727.cms
The Sensex rallied 485 points to 83,952 on Friday, lifting six BSE 200 stocks — Muthoot Finance, SBI, Maruti Suzuki, Nestle India, M&M Financial, and TVS Motor — to fresh 52-week highs, signalling strong market momentum.
Bank of India Q2 Results: Net profit rises 7% to Rs 2,554 crore
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/bank-of-india-q2-results-net-profit-rises-7-to-rs-2554-crore/articleshow/124629981.cms
State-owned Bank of India (BoI) on Friday reported a 7.6 per cent rise in net profit to Rs 2,554 crore in the September quarter of FY26.The bank posted a net profit of Rs 2,374 crore in the July-September quarter a year ago.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/bank-of-india-q2-results-net-profit-rises-7-to-rs-2554-crore/articleshow/124629981.cms
State-owned Bank of India (BoI) on Friday reported a 7.6 per cent rise in net profit to Rs 2,554 crore in the September quarter of FY26.The bank posted a net profit of Rs 2,374 crore in the July-September quarter a year ago.
Sify Infinit files DRHP to raise Rs 3,700 crore in India's first data center IPO
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/ipos/fpos/sify-infinit-files-drhp-to-raise-rs-3700-crore-in-indias-first-data-center-ipo/articleshow/124631515.cms
Sify Infinit Spaces, part of Sify Group, has filed draft papers with Sebi for India’s first data center IPO worth ₹3,700 crore. Proceeds will fund expansions in Chennai and Navi Mumbai, debt repayment, and general corporate purposes.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/ipos/fpos/sify-infinit-files-drhp-to-raise-rs-3700-crore-in-indias-first-data-center-ipo/articleshow/124631515.cms
Sify Infinit Spaces, part of Sify Group, has filed draft papers with Sebi for India’s first data center IPO worth ₹3,700 crore. Proceeds will fund expansions in Chennai and Navi Mumbai, debt repayment, and general corporate purposes.
JSW Energy Q2 Results: Cons PAT falls 17% YoY to Rs 705 crore but revenue climbs 60%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/jsw-energy-q2-results-cons-pat-falls-17-yoy-to-rs-705-crore-but-revenue-climbs-60/articleshow/124631534.cms
JSW Energy reported a 17% year-on-year fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 705 crore for Q2, despite a 60% revenue surge to Rs 5,177 crore. EBITDA increased by 67% YoY to Rs 3,180 crore, driven by renewable capacity additions. The company affirmed its healthy balance sheet and credit ratings, with installed capacity at 13.2 GW.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/jsw-energy-q2-results-cons-pat-falls-17-yoy-to-rs-705-crore-but-revenue-climbs-60/articleshow/124631534.cms
JSW Energy reported a 17% year-on-year fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 705 crore for Q2, despite a 60% revenue surge to Rs 5,177 crore. EBITDA increased by 67% YoY to Rs 3,180 crore, driven by renewable capacity additions. The company affirmed its healthy balance sheet and credit ratings, with installed capacity at 13.2 GW.
Strong order flow, margin improvement to support Persistent’s growth
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/strong-order-flow-margin-improvement-to-support-persistents-growth/articleshow/124631730.cms
Persistent Systems’ stock jumped 8% after reporting robust Q2 results, including sequential revenue growth, 16.3% operating margin, record $609.2 million order bookings, and a healthcare recovery driving FY26 growth.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/strong-order-flow-margin-improvement-to-support-persistents-growth/articleshow/124631730.cms
Persistent Systems’ stock jumped 8% after reporting robust Q2 results, including sequential revenue growth, 16.3% operating margin, record $609.2 million order bookings, and a healthcare recovery driving FY26 growth.
Reliance Industries Q2 Results: Cons PAT jumps 10% YoY to Rs 18,165 crore, revenue rises by 10%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/reliance-industries-q2-results-cons-pat-jumps-10-yoy-to-rs-18165-crore-revenue-rises-by-10/articleshow/124632181.cms
Reliance Industries Q2 Results: Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries (RIL) on Friday reported a 10% year-on-year growth in its consolidated Q2 net profit at Rs 18,165 crore versus Rs 16,563 crore reported in the year-ago period.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/reliance-industries-q2-results-cons-pat-jumps-10-yoy-to-rs-18165-crore-revenue-rises-by-10/articleshow/124632181.cms
Reliance Industries Q2 Results: Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries (RIL) on Friday reported a 10% year-on-year growth in its consolidated Q2 net profit at Rs 18,165 crore versus Rs 16,563 crore reported in the year-ago period.
Reliance Jio Q2 Results: Profit rises 13% YoY to Rs 7,379 crore; ARPU at Rs 211.4
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/reliance-jio-q2-results-profit-rises-13-yoy-to-rs-7379-crore/articleshow/124632219.cms
Reliance Jio Q2 results: Reliance Jio reported a strong second quarter with a 13% year-on-year net profit growth to Rs 7,379 crore and a 15% revenue increase to Rs 36,332 crore. The company saw its average revenue per user (ARPU) rise to Rs 211.4, supported by increased customer engagement and a surge in data usage.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/reliance-jio-q2-results-profit-rises-13-yoy-to-rs-7379-crore/articleshow/124632219.cms
Reliance Jio Q2 results: Reliance Jio reported a strong second quarter with a 13% year-on-year net profit growth to Rs 7,379 crore and a 15% revenue increase to Rs 36,332 crore. The company saw its average revenue per user (ARPU) rise to Rs 211.4, supported by increased customer engagement and a surge in data usage.