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Global equities are rallying on AI-driven optimism, with the S&P 500 hitting record highs amid strong earnings and stable economic conditions. However, a looming risk is emerging from the physical oil market, which is signalling potential disruption not yet priced into financial assets.
Avenue Supermarts shares fell on Monday. The company reported a 19% rise in net profit and revenue for the March quarter of FY26. It also added 58 new stores, crossing the 500 DMart store milestone. Experts offer mixed views. Morgan Stanley and Motilal Oswal maintain positive ratings, citing store expansion and improving trends.
Retail investors are showing confidence in Eternal, a food delivery and quick commerce firm. They are buying its shares on price dips, undeterred by a high valuation. This trend continues for the second quarter. Meanwhile, mutual funds are increasing their holdings, while foreign institutional investors are reducing theirs. The company has reported strong revenue growth and improved profitability.
Shares of Kotak Mahindra Bank fell despite posting a solid Q4FY26 performance, with net profit rising 13.3% YoY and NII up 8.1%. Asset quality improved, with both gross and net NPAs declining. Despite the positive results, the stock slipped, but Morgan Stanley remains bullish, maintaining an “Overweight” rating
Warren Buffett has issued a stark warning about the increasing "gambling" culture in financial markets, likening them to a "church with a casino attached." He cautions that speculative behavior, particularly with ultra-short-term trading instruments, is distorting asset prices and increasing risks for investors.
Indian stock markets opened higher on Monday, with Sensex and Nifty gaining significantly as investors assessed state election results. Despite a jump in market volatility, broader markets and key sectors like IT and Realty saw strong gains.
Gold and silver prices opened flat on MCX as investors tracked inflation risks driven by elevated crude oil prices and monitored US-Iran developments. Analysts see consolidation in gold with key support and resistance levels in focus, while silver shows a stable bias, awaiting a breakout for further directional momentum.
Vodafone Idea shares are in focus after the government reduced AGR dues by 27% to Rs 64,046 crore, easing financial stress. The move, along with a structured repayment plan, has improved investor sentiment, with Citi issuing a bullish call, citing better prospects for fundraising and network expansion.
Indian investors are watching a key week for US stocks. Major indices have hit record highs. Corporate earnings are strong, but oil prices are surging. Labour market data will also be important. The US Federal Reserve is signaling caution on interest rates. This could impact market sentiment and valuations. Investors are balancing growth with economic risks.
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Wall Street's 'sell in May' advice might be a mistake this year. Despite historical trends, the S&P 500's strong rebound, fueled by easing geopolitical tensions and robust corporate earnings, suggests a different approach. Investors face a dilemma: stick to tradition or capitalize on current market momentum and economic resilience.
His warning carries weight. ValueQuest has been quietly repositioning for months by moving capital away from consumption-oriented exposures and steering clear of IT services entirely, even before the geopolitical shock that roiled markets over the past two months.
Four NSE-listed companies with market capitalisation above Rs 10,000 crore touched their 5-year swing highs on April 30, signalling bullish momentum. Stocks including MTAR Technologies and Hitachi Energy India are approaching key resistance levels, with technical indicators suggesting potential upside, though not all moves qualify as confirmed breakouts yet.
CDSL reported mixed Q4 FY26 results with profit declining despite steady revenue growth and improved operating performance. Margins narrowed while total income saw modest gains. The company crossed a milestone in demat accounts, reflecting rising investor participation, and maintained a stable outlook amid volatility, with continued focus on technology and infrastructure investment.
Oil prices saw a slight dip on Monday. This comes as markets consider U.S. President Donald Trump's initiative to free ships stuck in the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions between Tehran and Washington continue. The vital waterway remains largely blocked, impacting shipping. Traders are also watching OPEC+ output decisions. Experts suggest prices could rise if disruptions continue.
