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NSDL nears listing deadline: How does the institutional giant measure up to CDSL’s retail surge?

As NSDL nears its SEBI-mandated IPO deadline, investor focus sharpens on how the institutional depository stacks up against retail-friendly CDSL, which has surged 44% over the past year amid India's retail investing boom.

Concurrent Gainers: 11 smallcap stocks that gained for 5 days in a row

Over the five trading sessions ending July 18, the Sensex fell by 0.90% or 743 points, closing at 81,757. The index registered losses on three out of the five days. Despite the overall market showing some weakness during the week, 25 stocks from the BSE Smallcap index managed to post gains in all five sessions. Of these, we have highlighted 11 smallcap stocks that not only rose consistently each day but also delivered weekly gains exceeding 8%. (Data Source: ACE Equity)

ICICI Bank, SBI among top picks as banking sector prepares for earnings rebound; Motilal Oswal sees 12-15% upside

India’s banking sector is adapting to a low interest rate regime, with temporary NIM compression but improving liquidity, falling deposit costs, and resilient asset quality likely to drive margin recovery and earnings rebound from H2 FY26 onward.

Best way to deal with volatility, just “ Hold” for wealth creation: 7 large-cap stocks with an upside potential of up to 41%

If you are a long-term investor, your decisions cannot be based on what the Nifty or Sensex do every week, or even every quarter. So, if you are someone who is in the habit of looking at the indices every evening then these stocks might not fit in your portfolio. These are stocks that have survived even as the market has gone through both long and short phases of correction. And created wealth. These are stocks you need to hold – rather than sell or buy based on index movements. They are, at the end of the day, large and good businesses. And that is what matters to the markets.

Promoters raise holdings in 10 smallcaps; stocks rally big in FY26 — do you own them?

Nifty poised for short-term pullback, buy these 3 stocks: Rupak De

After three weeks of losses, Nifty is showing signs of a short-term rebound, staying above its 50-day EMA. Rupak De of LKP Securities suggests a cautious but opportunistic approach as earnings from heavyweights like RIL, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank loom. Meanwhile, stocks like SAIL, and Aadhar Housing Finance have emerged as promising trades for the week, backed by bullish chart setups.

Learn With ETMarkets: Can retail SIPs replace FII flows as India’s market backbone?

Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) reached an all-time high of ₹27,269 crore in June 2025, reinforcing retail investor confidence and providing liquidity support amid foreign outflows. Rising SIP adoption aids market resilience, boosts domestic ownership, and reduces reliance on FII capital.

How Volatility Index (VIX) empowers traders with forward-looking view of risk

India VIX, introduced in 2008, measures expected market volatility using Nifty option prices. It rises with investor fear and falls during rallies, showing a strong inverse correlation with the Nifty 50. It’s vital for risk assessment and hedging strategies.

Freedom at 45! How 21-year-old Gen Z can retire early

Gen Z can achieve financial freedom by 45 with wise investments. It's about choice, not extreme wealth. Start early with systematic investment plans. Diversify across large-cap, mid-cap, and gold. As retirement nears, shift to safer options like bonds. Regularly review and rebalance your portfolio. Discipline and consistency are key to success. Financial freedom is attainable with a clear plan.

Warren Buffett’s rare misstep: Will Kraft Heinz’s breakup rewrite the ending, or can it still pay off?

Warren Buffett’s $10 billion bet on the Kraft Heinz merger was meant to be a food-industry masterstroke. A decade later, the company is eyeing a breakup after losing over 60% in market value—raising questions about one of Buffett’s rare stumbles.

Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement with an upside potential of 16 to 38% in 1 year

As investors, it is important to look at every sector and company and their operating and valuation matrices separately. This becomes even more important when volatility hits the street in an earnings season. Reason: Small corrections in the broader market indices could lead to sharper cuts in individual stock prices. Just because the stock price is moving up does not mean the business is also improving, and vice versa. To reiterate: Look at what is happening to the underlying business. If there is any improvement in the business, only then look at that stock.

Resilient India IPO market nets $4.6 billion in first half of 2025: EY Global Trends

The Indian IPO market experienced notable resilience during the first half of 2025, with 108 IPO deals raising $4.6 billion. Despite a 30% decline in transaction volume compared to the previous year, the fundraising proceeds dropped marginally by 2%. This indicates that, although fewer companies accessed the public markets, the quality and scale of IPO offerings remained robust, according to data compiled by EY.This trend suggests a more selective approach from both issuers and investors, with companies prioritising optimal market timing and valuation strategies. A cautious environment has emerged due to ongoing global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. As a result, many high-profile companies have opted to postpone their IPOs. Nonetheless, a strong pipeline of IPOs is expected to launch in the second half of 2025, as companies position themselves for improved market conditions.

Axis Bank touts quality push, but market flags a host of concerns

Axis Bank's stricter lending norms impacted its June-quarter profits, causing a stock slump and a Nifty dip. The new rules, affecting loan upgrades and settlements, led to increased slippages, particularly in unsecured and agricultural sectors. This resulted in a profit decrease of ₹614 crore, ROA fell by 15 bps and ROE by 1.4%.

European shares end flat as markets assess earnings flurry

European shares remained stable on Friday, balancing healthcare losses with gains in oil and gas, concluding a week of corporate earnings. The STOXX 600 held steady, while Germany's DAX fell and the UK's FTSE 100 rose. Investors are scrutinizing corporate guidance amid U.S. tariff policy shifts.

Equities little changed; US yields dip as investors look to tariffs, earnings, economic data

Global equities saw a slight rise, while U.S. Treasury yields dipped amid mixed economic signals. Wall Street remained mostly unchanged as investors awaited earnings reports and monitored potential U.S. tariffs on the EU. Consumer sentiment improved, but housing construction slowed. Concerns over tariffs and high valuations led to declines in some stocks, even after positive earnings reports.

Wall Street Week Ahead: Industrial sector's gains to be tested as earnings ramp up

The industrial sector is currently leading U.S. equities. Its strength faces a test with the upcoming earnings season. S&P 500 industrials have already gained 15% this year. Aerospace and defense stocks are boosting the sector. Investors are also watching trade developments and the Federal Reserve. Wall Street will focus on company earnings reports. The market has shown resilience despite uncertainty.