Technical strategist Rupak De of LKP Securities warns that a break below the 20-day moving average has weakened Niftys near-term structure. Rising volatility and breached supports suggest downside risk toward 25,000 unless resistance levels are reclaimed, while selective opportunities remain in defence and banking stocks.
LIC MF Technology Fund is a sectoral equity NFO opening this week, focused on technology and technology-related companies. The open-ended scheme aims to capture Indias digital transformation through diversified exposure to tech, internet, data centres and e-commerce, offering long-term capital appreciation for investors seeking thematic growth over the long term.
Retail investor participation shifted sharply in the December quarter, with several large-cap and PSU stocks seeing notable declines in individual shareholders. This analysis lists the ten companies with the steepest retail exits between September and December 2025, highlighting trends in investor behaviour amid changing market conditions and sector-specific sentiment shifts.
Analyst forecasts provide a strategic view of future market potential beyond headline numbers. This analysis highlights ten Nifty500 stocks identified using consensus estimates from Trendlyne, focusing on companies with sequential earnings growth, multi-analyst coverage, and strong upside potential over the next 12 months.
Brookfield Asset Management CEO Bruce Flatt emphasizes value investing for lasting wealth. He advises against chasing popular trends and instead focuses on identifying genuine value where others hesitate. Flatt prioritizes profitability and durable cash flows, especially in real assets like infrastructure and real estate.
Gold loan financier Manappuram Finance on Saturday said it has received final approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the proposed acquisition up to 41.66 per cent of the company's paid-up equity capital / convertible instruments by affiliates of Bain Capital-- BC Asia Investments XXV Ltd and BC Asia Investments XIV Ltd.
A recent market analysis reveals that 13 penny stocks have experienced significant declines, with losses ranging from 15% to 55% over the past month. These underperforming stocks, characterized by low market capitalization and share prices, highlight the inherent risks associated with penny stock investments. Investors are cautioned about the volatility and potential for manipulation in this segment.
Indian stock markets face uncertainty this week. Key factors influencing trading include the ongoing IT sector selloff and potential rebounds. US inflation data and upcoming GDP figures will shape interest rate expectations. Foreign investor flows, the Rupee's movement against the Dollar, and technical chart patterns also play a crucial role. Geopolitical tensions add another layer of risk.
