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SBI shares fell over 3% on Monday and are down 10% in two sessions despite the lender reporting a 6% YoY rise in Q4 standalone net profit to Rs 19,684 crore. Net interest income rose 4%, while provisions declined sharply. However, softer net interest margins weighed on investor sentiment following the March-quarter earnings announcement.
Tata Consumer Products shares rose sharply on Monday after strong Q4 earnings beat estimates. Consolidated net profit rose 21% YoY, supported by robust India-branded business performance. Brokerages including Morgan Stanley, Motilal Oswal and Elara Capital remain positive, projecting healthy growth, margin expansion and further upside for the FMCG major.
The TVK’s projected expenditure on its welfare schemes equals approximately one-third of Tamil Nadu’s total revenue receipts of ₹3.31 lakh crore, as per the 2025-26 state budget, according to a report.
The Indian rupee has seen a significant decline against most global currencies, not just the US dollar. This broad-based weakness is driven by rising oil prices and foreign investor outflows. The rupee's fall against the Australian dollar and Chinese yuan has been more pronounced. Experts suggest the rupee will remain volatile, influenced by oil prices and geopolitical events.
State Bank of India achieved a record profit exceeding ₹80,000 crore. Despite investor concerns over net interest income and margin, Chairman CS Setty assured that the worst is over, with Net Interest Margins expected to stabilize around 3%. The bank also reported strong deposit growth and anticipates robust loan expansion across all segments, while closely monitoring global risks.
Bitcoin hovered near $81,000 despite strong US jobs data, buoyed by robust ETF inflows and optimism surrounding the CLARITY Act vote. Analysts note institutional demand remains strong, with the week ahead focused on CPI data and Fed signals. Geopolitics and macroeconomic factors are key drivers for the volatile crypto market.
Global investors are shifting focus to Asian markets like South Korea and Taiwan. These markets are seeing strong gains driven by demand for AI and semiconductor stocks. Companies like Samsung Electronics and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing are leading this surge. This trend contrasts with other emerging markets such as India, which are facing headwinds.
Goldman Sachs has identified 12 Indian stocks as medium-term alpha bets despite warning that the record $22 billion FII selloff in 2026 may persist. Foreign investors have already pulled out more than last year’s total, marking one of the sharpest equity outflows in over two decades amid continued global risk-off sentiment.
Benjamin Graham, Warren Buffett's mentor, identified investors themselves as their worst market enemies, attributing disaster to Wall Street's enthusiasm. He emphasized that temperament, not just knowledge, is key to investment success, advocating for a strong-minded approach based on the margin-of-safety principle. Graham also distinguished between speculation and investment, advising a separate, smaller fund for speculative ventures.
Bajaj Auto is undertaking its largest share buyback at Rs 5,633 crore. The offer price of Rs 12,000 per share presents a premium for shareholders. Retail investors may benefit due to a reserved portion and promoter non-participation. This move signals management confidence and strong cash generation. Investors should await the record date and letter of offer for participation decisions.
Swiggy shares plunged 7% after the company reported a Q4 FY26 net loss of Rs 800 crore. Despite narrowing losses and strong growth in food delivery and Instamart, brokerages flagged rising competition in quick commerce. Nuvama, Nomura and Citi retained bullish ratings, citing improving margins, strong execution and long-term growth potential in both delivery business.
Japan is stepping up efforts to slow the yen’s decline through a coordinated push involving the Bank of Japan, the Finance Ministry and support from the U.S., with policymakers adopting a more hawkish stance and intervening aggressively in currency markets. Authorities are estimated to have spent nearly 10 trillion yen on yen-buying interventions after concerns grew over inflation risks linked to the weak currency.
Markets are watching key inflation data and consumer spending trends. Developments in the Iran conflict and a meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi are also crucial. Strong corporate earnings have boosted stocks. Investors await crucial economic indicators that could influence interest rate decisions. Rising energy prices are a significant concern.
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Monday. The Sensex and Nifty saw substantial drops, wiping out considerable market capitalization. This decline was triggered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for energy conservation and diminishing prospects for an Iran-US peace deal.
The investment adviser's post praising Rahul Gandhi caught his attention, prompting him to respond with a witty remark. Rahul Gandhi said, ‘Muthu ji, your political views are your own - but please do speed up the returns on my investments.’
The Federal Reserve's latest report identifies the Iran conflict and resulting oil price shock as the primary threats to financial stability, surpassing other macroeconomic risks. Concerns are high that prolonged geopolitical tensions could reignite inflation and slow global economic growth, potentially forcing tighter monetary policy.
Titan Company shares fell despite reporting a 35% net profit growth in Q4FY26. While the jewellery business saw exceptional 50% growth, international business losses impacted overall earnings. Analysts remain largely positive, with multiple brokerages maintaining 'Buy' or 'Overweight' ratings and raising price targets, citing strong jewellery outlook and long-term growth prospects.
Gold and silver prices traded mixed on MCX on Monday as fading hopes of a quick US-Iran peace deal pushed oil prices higher, stoking inflation worries and reinforcing expectations that central banks may keep interest rates elevated for longer.
