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Real estate firm Square Yards has announced impressive financial results for FY26, with revenue soaring to Rs 2,086 crore, marking a 48% year-over-year increase. The company's EBITDA saw a significant jump of 3.7 times, reaching Rs 176 crore, as EBITDA margins expanded to 8%. India continues to be the dominant market, contributing 88% of the total revenue.
BSE small-cap earnings showed strong momentum, with select companies delivering over 50% profit growth and sharp stock gains. A few standout performers combined earnings acceleration with multibagger returns, highlighting selective opportunities.
Bitcoin traded near $77,000, signalling a bullish trend, while Ethereum showed neutral momentum around $2,300. Crypto markets posted modest gains over 24 hours, though weekly trends remained mixed. Analysts flagged resistance near $80,000, ETF outflows, and macro pressures as key factors influencing near-term price consolidation and market sentiment.
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Gold prices are nearly flat, but poised for a weekly loss as soaring oil prices fuel inflation fears and expectations of prolonged higher interest rates. The ongoing Iran-US conflict is keeping markets on edge, with analysts predicting continued volatility. However, long-term forecasts suggest significant gold price appreciation.
Indian companies are showing steady earnings despite global challenges. While consumption names like Nestle and HUL are performing well, Maruti Suzuki and IT firms have disappointed. High crude oil prices remain a concern, potentially impacting future earnings. The market awaits geopolitical resolutions and further earnings reports, with metals expected to shine.
Indian benchmark indices are in a cautious phase, with technical signals gaining prominence. Market expert Ajit Nayak suggests a potential upside despite near-term uncertainty, citing a 'liquidity sweep' pattern. He advises watching key levels for Nifty and India VIX, recommending a hedged approach with specific stock picks.
Air India will cut around 100 flights a day as rising fuel costs pressure operations, with major reductions planned on long-haul routes to Australia, Europe and North America. The move aims to manage expenses and optimise capacity amid volatile oil prices.
The Indian rupee plunged to a record low of 94.90 against the dollar on Thursday, hitting an intraday nadir of 95.33. Intervention by the Reserve Bank of India helped pare losses, as the central bank aims to keep the currency above the crucial 95/$ mark.
Meta Platforms has secured $25 billion in investment-grade bonds to fuel its aggressive expansion in artificial intelligence infrastructure. This significant debt issuance follows a substantial increase in the company's capital expenditure outlook and reflects a broader trend of Big Tech investing heavily in AI.
Foreign investors pulled out Rs 60,847 crore from Indian stocks in April. This follows significant outflows in early 2026. Geopolitical tensions and global economic worries dampened investor confidence. Crude oil prices rose, impacting inflation expectations. This led to reduced rate cut hopes and higher bond yields. India's stock market valuations appeared expensive amid these global concerns.
Foreign investors significantly offloaded Japanese bonds, totaling over 1.8 trillion yen in the week ending April 25, driven by inflation fears from soaring oil prices and anticipation of the Bank of Japan's policy stance. Despite this, they continued their strong buying trend in Japanese stocks for a fourth consecutive week.
The third India-Nordic Summit in Oslo on 15 May, bringing together the leaders of India, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, is the main agenda of prime minister Narendra Modi's Europe trip.
PM Modi extended warm greetings to the people of Gujarat and Maharashtra on their statehood day, praising their contributions to India's growth and cultural richness.
Apple Inc. posted strong earnings, beating estimates with robust iPhone demand and services growth. AI optimism, global resilience, and shareholder returns boosted sentiment, though valuation and long-term growth risks remain.
The India Meteorological Department issued orange alert for several states. Bengaluru and Kolkata can expect heavy rains today. Check heatwave status and Delhi's weather forecast here.
From 1 May, changes to LPG booking and delivery will take effect, including longer booking intervals and the mandatory use of OTP for deliveries. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been increased significantly.
Petrol and diesel prices on 1 May: Check the latest fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru. Here’s how much a litre of petrol and diesel costs today across key Indian cities.
Indian equities present a compelling opportunity for patient investors. Recent underperformance has already factored in negative news. Alok Agarwal of Alchemy Capital Management highlights sectors like metals, capital markets, power infrastructure, and defence. He believes the current caution offers an attractive entry point for those looking beyond immediate challenges. Accumulation is advised for long-term gains.
ECB President Christine Lagarde dismissed stagflation concerns in the euro zone, even as risks to growth and inflation rise. The central bank held rates steady and maintained modest growth projections. While inflation pressures persist and economic momentum weakens, the ECB said current conditions do not reflect historical stagflation dynamics.
Investors are recalibrating expectations as a U.S. Federal Reserve leadership change looms. Once anticipating rate cuts, markets now face uncertainty due to internal Fed divisions and rising energy prices. This shift suggests a prolonged period of higher rates, impacting investments and complicating the central bank's inflation fight.
