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Several smallcap stocks, including HFCL and Ideaforge, have more than doubled in the initial 25 trading sessions of FY27, significantly outperforming the benchmark Sensex's 7% rise. This rally occurred amidst market recovery following a March selloff, with companies like CIAN Agro Industries and Indo Tech Transformers showing substantial gains.
MSCI has excluded Adani Energy Solutions from inclusion in its indexes during the May 2026 review after the stock was placed on an “Ineligible Alert Board” due to India’s ASM surveillance framework. MSCI said securities under the Short-Term or Long-Term Additional Surveillance Measure (ASM) will not be added to its Investable Market Indexes during periodic reviews.
Texmaco Rail & Engineering shares rose sharply after reporting a 45% rise in Q4 net profit. Despite lower revenue, margins improved, while a Rs 4,045 crore South Africa order win and defence foray plans boosted sentiment. The stock hit an intraday high amid strong growth and a global expansion outlook.
Cohance Lifesciences shares dropped significantly after reporting an 84% year-on-year decline in March-quarter net profit. Jefferies downgraded the stock to "Underperform" citing management instability and weak visibility, while Goldman Sachs maintained its "Buy" rating, seeing long-term opportunities despite a challenging near-term outlook.
MTAR Technologies shares fell nearly 4% despite reporting a sharp 223% jump in Q4 net profit, driven by strong revenue growth and improved operational performance. While costs rose during the quarter, margins improved, reflecting efficiency gains. The company continues to benefit from demand across aerospace, defence and clean energy segments.
US corporate bond markets are experiencing a strong rally, driven by tightening credit spreads, increased issuance, and robust economic fundamentals. Investors are deploying sidelined cash into risk assets, attracted by higher yields and ample liquidity, despite geopolitical tensions. Healthy corporate balance sheets and stable earnings trends underpin this confidence.
MSCI’s May 2026 index rejig kept India’s overall representation in the MSCI Standard Index unchanged at 165 stocks, even as four companies, including MCX and Indian Bank, were added and four others, such as Rail Vikas Nigam Limited and Kalyan Jewellers, were removed. The changes will take effect after market close on May 29. MSCI also carried out a major clean-up in the Small Cap index, where more than a dozen Indian stocks are set to exit.
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee raised concerns over rising U.S. services inflation, saying recent data showed price pressures moving in an unfavourable direction. He noted inflation remains sticky despite a stable labour market, reinforcing caution among policymakers as the Federal Reserve continues to assess its rate path amid mixed economic signals.
Japan's central bank might increase interest rates to two percent by late 2027. This move signals confidence in Japan's economy moving past decades of low inflation. Stronger wages and consumer demand allow for gradual borrowing cost hikes. The Bank of Japan is also expected to reduce bond purchases. This shift marks a significant economic transition for the nation.
Vodafone Idea's board will meet on May 16 to consider raising funds through equity and warrants, following recent government relief on Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues. The company's AGR dues were reduced by 27% to Rs 64,046 crore, with a new payment schedule. This potential fundraise aims to boost investor sentiment for the stock.
Tata Power shares dropped after its Q4 FY26 profit declined. Revenue also saw a year-on-year decrease. However, the company's renewable energy segment and solar manufacturing business showed significant growth. Brokerage firms provided varied outlooks, with some recommending 'Buy' and others 'Sell', citing different growth drivers and risks.
Indian stock markets rebounded on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty ending a four-day losing streak. The recovery was driven by a stronger rupee and easing oil prices, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. Broad-based optimism saw midcap and smallcap indices also gain, with Asian Paints leading the ascent.
Following a recent downtrend, the Nifty has seen a rally, with analysts suggesting a buy-on-dips strategy. Three technical stock picks from Axis—KEI Industries, Grasim Industries, and Biocon—are highlighted, each with potential upside returns of up to 15% for May.
Wealthy investors are making significant moves, pouring over $1 billion into ten select stocks. This concentrated buying occurs even as their overall portfolio value has decreased. Data shows these high-net-worth individuals are strategically picking specific retail and engineering companies. While some of these chosen stocks also saw price drops, the investors are doubling down on their bets.
Gold and silver prices surged on MCX after the government hiked customs duty on precious metal imports to 15%. This led to significant jumps in July 2026 silver futures and June 2026 gold futures. The move follows a rise in U.S. consumer inflation, impacting global market sentiment and reducing expectations of a Fed rate cut.
The Special Protection Group (SPG) has been instructed to cut down the number of vehicles in the Prime Minister’s convoy, while ensuring that mandatory security protocols are not compromised.
Aniruddha Naha of PGIM India sees opportunity in rural India's revival. He advises investors to build portfolios now for a stronger FY28. Naha is avoiding lenders and infrastructure sectors. He believes mid and smallcaps show resilience. The next two quarters may be challenging for earnings. However, clarity on global events could boost markets for FY28.
Jiraaf's Co-Founder Saurav Ghosh highlights the critical need for institutional-grade research in India's evolving bond market. He explains how this will empower retail investors by simplifying complex debt instruments, moving beyond traditional credit ratings to offer issuance-level analysis for better risk assessment and informed portfolio building.
