Warren Buffett has long warned that markets are not always rational, and one of his most enduring illustrations is a parable handed down from his mentor, Benjamin Graham: “Oil discovered in hell.” The story goes like this. An oil prospector arrives at the gates of heaven, only to be told by St. Peter that the […]
5 hot stock ideas for this week: Cochin Shipyard, Railtel, Datamatics & more – Stock picks
De also recommends ‘Buy’ on Bajaj Finance around Rs 980, with a target of Rs 1,050 and stop loss at Rs 944. The stock, currently trading at Rs 1,003.25, has staged a strong recovery from August lows of Rs 850 and is comfortably above its 21-EMA. However, De cautioned that RSI above 80 reflects overbought […]
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
The Indian market ended in the green on Friday, with the Nifty 50 rising for an eighth consecutive session, as softer U.S. labour market data helped temper concerns from a stronger-than-expected inflation reading, bolstering expectations that the Federal Reserve could begin cutting interest rates. Investor sentiment was also supported by signs of progress towards a […]
Why buybacks look good for companies but hurt investors, Deepak Shenoy breaks down
Share buybacks may boost earnings per share and make companies look leaner, but for most Indian investors, they are a losing proposition, warns Deepak Shenoy, founder of Capital Mind. “For a taxable individual, buybacks are not useful to tender in India,” Shenoy wrote in a social media post on Saturday, breaking down how the tax […]
Ola Electric vs Ather Energy shares: Which EV bet looks stronger for your portfolio right now?
In less than five months, Ather Energy’s shares have climbed more than 66% from their listing price, while rival Ola Electric Mobility has shed nearly a quarter of its value since its debut last year. Both companies are racing to dominate India’s fast-growing electric two-wheeler market, but their diverging stock charts and financial results now […]
Nifty rises for 2nd week; Sept 18–19 flagged as crucial dates for traders
he Indian equity market extended its winning streak for the second consecutive week, with the Nifty50 advancing 1.5% for the week ended September 12, 2025. Despite the positive momentum, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continued to pare holdings. As per NSDL data, FIIs sold equities worth Rs 11,169 crore in September up to the 12th. This […]
Adani Power shares up 8% in 2 weeks. Should you buy before the stock split clock runs out?
Adani Power shares have climbed 8% in the past two weeks, extending their gains to 23% this year and nearly 10% over the past month. With September 22 set as the record date for the company’s first-ever stock split, investors face a critical question: is now the time to buy before the split broadens participation […]
GST 2.0 and ripple effect on luxury, investments, and wealth planning
India’s indirect tax regime has undergone a structural shift. Announced on September 5, 2025, and scheduled to take effect from September 22, GST 2.0 rationalises the current four-tiered tax rate structure into a citizen-friendly ‘Simple Tax’ — a two-rate structure with a Standard Rate of 18% and a Merit Rate of 5%, along with a […]
Tata Chemicals features in Motilal Oswal’s top 3 trading bets. Check other names – Breakout Watch
Motilal Oswal holds a positive view on Tata Chemicals, which is currently trading at Rs 968, with immediate support near Rs 926. The stock has given a range breakout on the daily scale and has formed a strong bullish candle, while respecting the 50 DEMA support zones. The RSI momentum indicator is rising, further confirming […]
Nifty can hit 28,500 in less than a year, says ICICI Securities; here’s why
Domestic brokerage ICICI Securities has set a bullish target of 28,500 for the Nifty by June 2026, implying a 14% upside from the last close. It noted that the index remains in a structural uptrend despite global uncertainties. The brokerage highlighted strong technical patterns and historical trends, suggesting a “buy on dips” strategy with key […]