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Market Wrap: Auto, metal stocks lift Sensex up 76 points, Nifty above 24,770 on GST relief, Fed rate cut bets
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed in the green on Monday, lifted by auto and metal shares, as optimism over sweeping GST tax cuts and China’s steel reforms supported sentiment alongside expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut this month.
Tata Steel shares jump 3% to hit fresh 52-week high on strong sector tailwinds, brokerage optimism
Tata Steel shares surged to their 52-week high on Monday, banking on strong sector tailwinds, including India’s extended safeguard duty, China’s production curbs, and positive brokerage views. Morgan Stanley upgraded the stock to Overweight with a Rs 200 target, citing favourable demand and pricing trends.
Sensex up over 250 pts, Nifty50 above 24,800 on GST relief, Fed rate cut bets
The positive sentiment on the D-Street was supported by the GST Council’s sweeping tax cuts and weak U.S. labour data, which have bolstered expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut.
Vedanta shares in focus as co emerges as highest bidder for Jaiprakash Associates
Vedanta Share Price: Vedanta emerged as the highest bidder for debt-laden Jaiprakash Associates with an NPV offer of Rs 12,505 crore. The plan involves a Rs 4,000 crore upfront payment and staggered payouts over five to six years. The company’s bid beat out other competitors, including Adani Group, Dalmia, Jindal Power, and PNC Infratech, in a challenge process conducted by the resolution professional.
Is range-bound trade set to continue for Nifty this week?
Indian stock market witnessed Nifty rebounding from 24,400, yet facing resistance near 25,000. Analysts suggest stock-specific strategies due to expected volatility. A breakout above 25,000 could propel Nifty towards 25,500, while support lies at 24,400. Metal and consumption stocks show promise, IT and financial stocks are currently under selling pressure.
Gold on a hot run, central banks and RBI go slow on buys as geopolitics also weighs
Global central banks are showing caution in gold buying. They are navigating geopolitical issues and high prices. The long-term plan to move away from US assets continues. Reserve Bank of India is also watching geopolitical cues. High gold prices are a reason for the slowdown. RBI's gold holdings remain at a record high of 880 tonnes.
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PSU stocks: Time to relook? But don’t use the 2023 lens; choose the business. 57 PSU stocks, some good, some not so good
A bull run from June 2023 to June 2024, and then a bear run for a year. PSU stocks now seem at a stage where it is probably time to look at them again. For those who have not noticed, some of these stocks have seen higher-than-average volumes. Also a sort of outperformance in the bearish phase where they did not decline like other stocks in the market. They are not in the news any more; nor are many talking about them on TV. All signs suggesting it might probably be time to look at them again. But this time do it from a very different perspective – and not just because they are PSU. What matters is the category of business they fall into.
Nifty failed to live up to GST 2.0 hype. Will this week offer a redemption?
Indian equities kicked off last week on a high, with the GST Council’s sweeping tax cuts sparking hopes of a broad rally. However, the rally fizzled out as quickly as it started. By Friday, the Nifty gave up much of its early gains.
Cosmic 9-9-9 alignment: Wealth creation or risk of sharp reversal?
As markets open on September 9, 2025, they do so in the wake of a potent lunar event: the total lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan) that occurs on September 7–8, widely visible across India.
F&O Talk| Nifty stages pullback but lacks conviction; trend hinges on banking, IT revival: Sudeep Shah
Indian equity benchmarks closed the week positively due to strong economic data and policy reforms. Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities discussed the outlook for Nifty and Bank Nifty. Nifty faces resistance at 24950-25000 and support at 24550-24500. Bank Nifty is underperforming, with resistance at 54500-54600 and support at 53600-53500.
Earnings recovery to drive market momentum: Mayuresh Joshi
Indian equity markets saw a 1% gain but stayed below 25,000, prompting analysis of underlying trends. GST rationalization is expected to boost volumes and margins from Q3, benefiting India Inc. Metals led sectoral gains, supported by potential US rate cuts and improved India-China ties. Despite positive indicators, markets remain cautious, awaiting earnings reset and resolution on US tariffs.
Weakness in Bank Nifty holding back market rally: Rajesh Palviya
Equity markets remained steady this week. Nifty tested 25,000 but could not surpass it. Sectoral momentum offered support. Banking stocks are a drag. Rajesh Palviya suggests automobile, FMCG, metals, and new-age stocks are worth watching. BSE Ltd. gained attention after structural changes. National Aluminium and Bajaj Finance are Palviya's stock picks for the week.
US stock futures on the move: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq climb as wall street bets on september rate cut ahead of the August jobs report
U.S. stock market futures edged higher this morning, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all flashing green as investors brace for the all-important August jobs report. The data is expected to confirm slowing labor momentum — a shift that could lock in Federal Reserve rate cuts as early as September.
Metals, hospitality in focus as GST cuts reshape market themes, cautious on NBFCs: Ashish Chaturmohta
The recent GST rate cuts have sparked a rally across consumption-linked sectors, with NBFCs, metals, hospitality and cement stocks emerging as key talking points for investors.
How 30 multibaggers soared up to 2,660% in a year when Nifty barely moved
Despite a lackluster year for Indian equity markets in 2025, with the Nifty barely budging, several companies defied the trend, delivering exceptional returns. Elitecon International and RRP Semiconductor led the pack with staggering gains, fueled by sector-specific tailwinds and government initiatives. While global trade tensions loomed, strategic stock picking proved rewarding for investors who identified these hidden gems.
Profit-taking in consumption sectors won't end GST rally: Analysts
Profit-taking occurred in consumption-oriented sectors. Analysts believe the rally in autos, consumer durables, FMCG, and metals will continue. Gains may be stock-driven. Cash-based buying is likely to resume. GST cuts aim to boost consumption before the festive season. Investor caution exists regarding inventory management. Management commentary is awaited on lower-GST products and demand.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian markets ended higher on Thursday as GST reforms supported consumption, while US tariff concerns lingered. Nifty closed at 24,734 and Sensex at 80,718, with active trading in stocks like Ola Electric, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finance, and Reliance amid mixed sectoral performance.
Tata Steel shares slip as investors book profit after 6% rally
Tata Steel shares experienced a slight dip of 0.50% to Rs 167 on Thursday, following a strong 6% surge. This pullback occurs amidst ongoing optimism in the metal sector, fueled by anticipated firmer global steel prices due to China's planned production cuts and India's tariff protections.
Anand Tandon warns tariffs may weigh on growth, stays bearish on consumption
Metal stocks like Tata Steel and Hindalco are performing well. This is due to tariff protection and supply issues in China. The tourism sector is also in focus because of GST changes. TBO Tek is gaining attention after acquisitions. However, analyst Anand Tandon is cautious. He believes tariffs could negatively impact India's economic growth. He expects a slowdown in consumption.
GIFT Nifty up 150 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities closed higher, propelled by a surge in metal stocks and optimism surrounding the GST Council meeting. Market analysts anticipate range-bound movement, influenced by global cues and sector-specific developments, with GST Council decisions acting as a key catalyst. The rupee rebounded, while FIIs were net sellers and DIIs were net buyers.
Metal stocks surge as CLSA predicts recovery amid China's steel capacity cuts
Metal stocks saw gains on Wednesday. CLSA suggests the sector's downturn might be ending. China's planned steel capacity reduction could boost Indian metal companies' profits. Tata Steel and Jindal Steel experienced significant surges. Analysts predict further upsides for metal stocks. The Nifty Metal Index outperformed the benchmark Nifty. Experts highlight potential for sustained rally with demand recovery.
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analysts
In the last three trading sessions, the one thing clearly favouring the bulls was market breadth, especially in the mid-cap segment. A part of this optimism stems from the street’s expectation that the GST rate rationalisation will be implemented soon. Now, given that it may be implemented as soon as September 22, it probably takes away the fear that this festive season will suffer due to delayed purchases. So, in all probability, some select consumer stocks will get more attention in the coming days.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian markets closed higher on Wednesday, led by banking and metal stocks, with Nifty at 24,715 and Sensex at 80,567. Investors await GST Council updates that could impact consumption-led sectors, while technical indicators show cautious near-term market momentum and potential support-resistance levels.
Market Snapshot: Range-bound trading continues as metals shine amid global cues
Indian equity markets displayed a range-bound trade today, with Bank Nifty managing to remain in the green despite recent volatility. Investors are weighing news developments alongside technical trends, trying to gauge whether short-term headlines will steer the market or if chart trajectories will dictate the next move.
Sensex rises 410 pts, Nifty50 tops 24,700 as banks, metal stocks advance
Indian markets closed higher on Wednesday, driven by banking and metal stocks, as investors anticipated GST Council updates regarding potential rate cuts. The Nifty rose by 0.55%, and the Sensex increased by 0.51%. Metal stocks surged, led by Tata Steel, while the IT index lagged due to concerns over U.S. manufacturing data.
Tata Steel and other metal stocks rally up to 6% on China capacity curbs, policy support
Metal stocks rallied on Wednesday with Tata Steel up 6%, as China’s production curbs and India’s tariff protection boosted sentiment. The Nifty Metal index rose 2.5%, led by Tata Steel, Jindal Steel, SAIL, and JSW Steel, with analysts seeing firmer steel prices ahead.
How can investors effectively allocate to gold through mutual funds and ETFs?
Domestic gold prices have risen sharply, attracting new investors. Mutual funds offer an easy way to invest in gold. Investors can buy gold ETFs or gold funds. These funds eliminate storage worries and purity concerns. There are 21 gold ETFs managing significant assets. Gold has delivered strong returns over the past decade.
Metals outperform peers; technical charts point to strength ahead
The Nifty crossed the 24,700 mark in early trade, but the Bank Nifty lagged, managing to stay just about in the green. Market experts, however, remain confident that the banking index will soon join the rally.
Quant Mutual Fund tilts portfolio towards largecaps, auto and FMCG; increases silver in multi‑asset fund
Quant Mutual Fund is focusing on large-cap stocks. It is increasing investments in auto and FMCG sectors. The fund house is also raising silver exposure in its multi-asset fund. Sandeep Tandon led Quant Mutual Fund is positive on infrastructure, hotels, pharma, consumption and telecom sectors. SEBI has approved Quant Mutual Fund's Specialized Investment Fund.
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