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Devina Mehra of First Global believes Indian equity markets are in a bottoming zone, advising investors to stay invested. She anticipates 2026 will be a better year than 2025, with sector rotation continuing. While acknowledging earnings disruptions, she remains constructive, seeing power as a key growth area and the IT sector as evolving, not dead.
Bitcoin surged past $79,900, fueled by strong ETF inflows and marking its best monthly gain in a year. Analysts anticipate continued momentum towards the mid-$80,000s, with the Federal Reserve's leadership transition being a key macro driver. The cryptocurrency's resilience and growing maturity are evident as it crosses significant price milestones.
Early West Bengal election trends putting BJP ahead of TMC have pushed stocks like Bandhan Bank, CESC, and Berger Paints into focus. Investors are watching potential policy shifts, though analysts say the impact will be short-lived, with broader cues such as crude oil prices likely to drive overall market sentiment.
South Korean shares surged over 5% to a record close on Monday, driven by a rally in chipmakers fueled by AI optimism and strong U.S. tech earnings. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix both hit record highs as robust data indicated expanding factory activity and rising exports, powered by semiconductor demand.
Mahindra & Mahindra is expected to post strong YoY growth in Q4FY25, with PAT rising up to 48% and revenue growing up to 24% on robust volumes. However, margin pressures and sequential decline in profitability remain concerns, as rising costs and EV mix weigh on performance across brokerages’ estimates.
Actor Trisha Krishnan marked her 43rd birthday with a visit to the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati. As visuals of her darshan went viral, social media users began linking the timing of her visit to actor-politician Vijay’s performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
A European intelligence agency report has now revealed that the Kremlin has ramped up Russian President Vladimir Putin's personal security. The enhanced security arrangements include surveillance systems and body screenings amid coup and assassination fears.
Australian shares declined on Monday. The S&P/ASX 200 index closed lower. NAB reported a miss in half-year earnings, affecting market sentiment. A2 Milk shares dropped significantly due to a product recall in the US. Investors are cautious before the Reserve Bank of Australia's policy decision on Tuesday. Energy and mining stocks also saw declines.
Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) shares surged over 13% after reporting a robust March quarter with a 156% jump in net profit to Rs 1,290.50 crore. Revenue from operations also saw a significant 37% increase. The company also recommended a final dividend of Rs 1.40 per share for FY26.
Singapore and New Zealand signed an agreement to keep supply chains open during crises, ensuring continued trade in fuel, food, medical and construction goods. Leaders said it could serve as a model for trusted global partnerships amid rising geopolitical tensions and energy disruptions.
Jefferies has raised target prices on Adani Power, Adani Ports and Adani Enterprises, maintaining ‘Buy’ ratings on strong operational performance, capacity expansions and improving realisations. Adani Ports saw EBITDA beat estimates, supported by higher domestic port realisations and upcoming capacity additions. The brokerage expects steady volume growth and strong EBITDA momentum across the Adani group.
Despite market swings, seasoned investors find comfort in reasonable valuations and historical trends, according to Kotak AMC's Shibani Sircar Kurian. She highlights banking as a standout sector with strong growth and stable asset quality, while telecom shows improving fundamentals. Kurian advises using market dips to add equities, favoring private banks due to valuation comfort.
India's markets regulator, SEBI, will not permit banks and insurance companies to invest in commodity derivatives, according to its chairman. While SEBI had previously explored enabling pension funds to trade commodities, a decision remains undisclosed. The announcement led to a decline in Multi Commodity Exchange of India shares.
Reactions to the West Bengal election indicate a serious political climate, with the BJP leading early trends against the TMC. Voter turnout reached record levels. Meanwhile, comedian Vir Das clarified his identity amidst social media humour.
OnEMI Technology Solutions’ Rs 926 crore IPO saw 27% subscription on Day 2, with QIBs leading demand. GMP remains modest at 2%, indicating cautious sentiment. While improving profitability and reasonable valuations support the case, high unsecured lending exposure and regulatory risks suggest investors should approach the issue with measured expectations.
US markets are driven by strong corporate earnings and a stable labor market, defying global geopolitical tensions. While investors hope for negotiation, unpredictable political rhetoric and potential oil price spikes pose risks, especially for emerging markets like India. Economies are better equipped to absorb shocks than in past decades, but caution remains advised.
Ather Energy Q4 Results: Ather Energy reported a net loss of Rs 100 crore for Q4 FY26, a 57% decrease year-on-year, alongside a 74% revenue jump to Rs 1,175 crore. The company's EBITDA loss narrowed significantly, driven by strong volume growth and improved unit economics, with deliveries reaching 83,418 units.
Berkshire Hathaway enters new era under Greg Abel, maintaining Warren Buffett’s legacy, emphasizing disciplined capital allocation, strong operations, cautious AI stance, and long-term value creation amid evolving leadership dynamics.
