A total of 768 entities settled cases pertaining to alleged non-genuine trades at the stock options segment on the BSE with Sebi under the settlement scheme introduced in 2024, the markets regulator said on Monday.

Capital markets regulator Sebi has segregated dues to the tune of Rs 76,293 crore under "difficult to recover" category at the end of March 2024, marking an increase of 4 per cent from the preceding year. Of this, a huge chunk is on account of cases pending before court-appointed committees.

It currently has 4.3% stake in the food delivery platform.

Sensex ended nearly unchanged, while Nifty 50 gained 31 points amid volatile trading. Energy stocks rose due to a windfall tax cut on crude, but financials saw profit booking. Key gainers included Hindalco and BPCL, while M&M and Bajaj Auto declined. Newly listed Ola Electric Mobility surged by 10%.

Whether it is power, infrastructure, railways, the list of sectors which are witnessing a “second innings” in terms of them making a comeback on fundamental operating parameters is getting longer. While some get into headlines because of their sheer size. There are some sectors like paper where there has been a turnaround after decades of headwinds. Probably it is a more sustainable turnaround because it has taken place through Darwin theory, which is the survival of the fittest player. How do they do it ? Either by changing the way they operate in terms of management ability, by adding new products or any others. From being troublemakers to the banking system to announcing expansion in new products. There are many things which have gone into making the paper companies a much stronger and better place than what they were a couple of years ago. Street is showing signs of shedding the bias against them, with a few stocks attracting institutional investors in the last few quarters. Probably these are the set of stocks which investors who have an appetite for logical risk.

The Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (Anvisa) recently inspected Caplin Steriles' injectable and ophthalmic manufacturing facility in Gummidipoondi from August 12 to 16. The inspection concluded successfully with zero observations.

Zerodha's Nithin Kamath argued against ULIPs, highlighting their high commissions and limited insurance coverage. He recommended investing in direct mutual funds and purchasing term insurance instead. Kamath pointed out the increasing trend of mutual funds among retail investors, noting significant contributions to market capitalization in recent years.

The Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (Anvisa) recently inspected Caplin Steriles' injectable and ophthalmic manufacturing facility in Gummidipoondi from August 12 to 16. The inspection concluded successfully with zero observations.

The film "Stree 2," starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has achieved impressive box office success, surpassing the Rs 200 crore mark in collections. Maddock Films, the production house behind the movie, reported that the total net collection has reached Rs 204 crore as of August 18. The film's gross box office collection (GBO) stands at Rs 283 crore, with Rs 240 crore from the Indian market and Rs 43 crore from overseas.

If Paytm goes solo, the company will need three major tailwinds to drive profitability faster, according to Bernstein. First, it will need a rapid scale-up of secured lending products, something that it has started offering now. Second, if it gets an 8-10 basis point share of the merchant discount rate on UPI payments above Rs 2,000, Paytm could become profitable by the third quarter of 2025-26.

Sales and profit growth are crucial for a business to succeed and continue expanding. These factors not only reflect a company’s past performance but also its future potential. ETMarkets analyzed small-cap companies that achieved over 20% growth in both sales and profits for each of the last four quarters (September '23 to June '24). Out of these, 24 companies qualified (excluding banking and finance sectors). We further narrowed the list by examining price performance, focusing on stocks with over a 150% increase in the past year. Notably, 10 stocks met both criteria of stable fundamentals and strong price growth. (Source: ACE Equity)

Brokerage Systematix has initiated coverage on Patanjali Foods with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of Rs 2,259, indicating a 24% upside from the previous closing price of Rs 1,828.50 per share. Systematix highlighted Patanjali’s aggressive plans in palm oil plantation and its strategy to capitalize on premiumization trends in its food business.

July 2024 saw over 40% of alternative investment funds (AIFs) surpass the Nifty50 index. Northern Arc, InCred, Vivriti, and StepTrade AMCs provided returns over 10%. Category II and 'long-only' schemes performed notably well, with funds like Motilal Oswal’s Hedged Equity Multi Factor Strategy achieving significant gains. Long-short strategies had varied outcomes.

Financial experts suggested gifting stocks this Raksha Bandhan for a more secure future. Stocks like Tata Consumer, ABB India, Reliance Industries, TCS, Larsen & Toubro, HCL Technologies, and Tata Motors are recommended for potential returns. The stocks were chosen based on their growth potential and solid performance history.

Long buildup occurs when there is an increase in open interest and trading volumes alongside a rise in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment, indicating a bullish trend in the market. In Monday's trading session, five stocks experienced a buildup of fresh long positions. Here's the list:

A short buildup is when there is a rise in open interest and volumes along with a decrease in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment. Short buildup means more people are expecting the prices to go down and creating short positions. In Monday's trading session, five stocks witnessed a build of fresh short positions. Here's the list:

Domestic markets were under pressure throughout the week, driven by a "sell on rally" structure due to concerns raised by the Hindenburg report, high valuations, and some disappointing earnings. In the upcoming week, key global cues including Japan's inflation numbers and the minutes from the US Fed will be closely watched. In this setup, here are 5 stocks that you can consider buying for robust returns in the short term.

Hindustan Zinc Share Price: Hindustan Zinc's shares fell by around 5%, marking a 20% drop over the past week, as its offer for sale (OFS) opened for retail investors. Non-retail investors had oversubscribed the offered shares. Vedanta is planning to demerge its operations to manage refinancing risks and lessen its dependence on dividends from Vedanta Resources Ltd.

Ola Electric Mobility's shares rose by 10%, reaching a 52-week high of Rs 146 on Monday, reflecting a 92% increase from its IPO price. HSBC set a target price of Rs 140, citing regulatory support and cost reduction. In the June quarter, revenue grew by 32% YoY, while losses widened to Rs 347 crore.

Adani group's June quarter profit soared by more than 50%, aided by strong performances in its utility and infrastructure sectors. Net profit was Rs 10,279 crore, with the majority of EBITDA from these areas. Utility operations grew by 41.44%, while infrastructure expanded by 70%. Adani Cement experienced a profit drop of over 30%.

In the past three months, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders' stock doubled in value, rising from Rs 2,333 to Rs 4,976. Experts recommend buying now, targeting above Rs 6,000 shortly. After a recent dip, the stock found support at the 40-DMA, indicating a potential upward trend.

Gifting financial instruments such as stocks, mutual funds, gold, cash, and fixed deposits were highlighted as great ways to secure a sister's future during Raksha Bandhan. These gifts offer various benefits, including tax advantages and potential appreciation. The article also explained how to transfer shares online and offline, along with utilizing platforms like Zerodha for gifting securities.

Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive research report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks - earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum to generate standardized scores. Simple average of the above-mentioned five component ratings is normally distributed to reach an average score.

Sensex and Nifty indices opened higher on Monday, buoyed by gains in banking and energy sectors, following positive trends in Asian markets. Major stocks like ONGC and BPCL rose, while Hindustan Zinc fell after Vedanta's recent announcement. Experts highlighted that local investor activity dominated market movements, although high valuations have deterred foreign investments.

Zomato's shares surged 6% to a new 52-week high of Rs 280 on BSE on Monday after UBS raised its target price from Rs 260 to Rs 320. The brokerage also adjusted employee cost estimates to account for increased investments in manpower. CLSA has the highest target price on Zomato at Rs 350, while Motilal's target is Rs 300, Nomura's Rs 280, and Bernstein's Rs 275.

Top investors on Dalal Street including Ashish Kacholia and Rekha Jhunjhunwala saw substantial gains in 2024, with 14 of their stocks yielding multibagger returns. Notably, Advait Infratech provided a 215% return. Despite these successes, experts recommend cautious investment amid high valuations in certain market segments.

Top brokerage firms have issued buy recommendations for several companies. Systematix Equities recommended Patanjali Foods citing growth potential. Motilal Oswal upgraded Glenmark Pharma. Jefferies maintained buy ratings on Voltas and Sunteck Realty after favorable operational results and encouraging future projections.

Dividends are paid to shareholders recorded on the company's record date. To qualify for dividends, shares must be purchased at least one day before the ex-date, as transactions settle the following day. Shares bought on the ex-date do not qualify for dividends.

India's auto sector experienced a decline in August driven by a buildup of unsold inventory and increased competition among carmakers resulting in higher discounts. The NSE Nifty Auto Index fell by 4.1%. With the festival season approaching, expectations remain low, particularly for entry-level cars, as dealers anticipate flat or lower sales compared to last year.

The board of AIA Engineering has approved its first-ever share buyback, totaling Rs 500 crore at Rs 5,000 per share—a premium of nearly 10% over the closing price of Rs 4,553 on Friday. August 20 has been set as the record date. While the company has not issued bonus shares, it consistently pays dividends to its shareholders.

In bullish markets, select stocks from different sector getting their momentum back.

The Sensex and Nifty saw substantial gains as US recession concerns eased, driving a global stocks rally. Pravesh Gour from Swastika Investmart recommended strategies for stocks like CDSL, Hindustan Zinc, and Paras Defence based on their recent performances and technical indicators. Specific resistance and support levels were also identified for these stocks.

South Korean stocks fell on Monday ahead of key monetary policy updates from the U.S. Federal Reserve and Bank of Korea. The KOSPI index dropped 0.44%, led by losses in major chipmakers such as Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. Foreign investors sold shares worth 174.7 billion won, while certain e-commerce and biopharmaceutical stocks showed gains.

On Monday, Australian shares held steady, bolstered by financials and gold miners despite declines in other sectors. The S&P/ASX 200 index remained at 7,957.1 points. Strong U.S. retail sales reduced recession fears. Financial stocks advanced by 0.3%, and gold stocks saw notable gains, while top mining firms experienced minor losses.

Technical analysts noted a strong bounceback in Nifty, predicting further upward momentum. Stocks such as Vedanta and Hindustan Copper formed bullish setups. Investors are advised to focus on IT and FMCG sectors, while considering partial profits in pharma. Positive trends were also seen in metal and banking sectors.

In August, foreign investors sold Indian shares worth ₹21,201 crore, reversing inflows seen in July and June. The sell-off was influenced by global factors like the unwinding of the Yen carry trade, recession fears, and geopolitical tensions. Additionally, profit-booking after recent market gains contributed to the outflow.

Starting Monday, China's stock exchanges ceased providing daily data on overseas fund flows to curb market volatility and focus on long-term indicators. The CSI 300 Index faced significant declines this year due to disappointing earnings and insufficient policy support. This decision highlights continued foreign fund withdrawals and a bleak outlook for economic recovery.

Data from the past 10 years shows that stocks removed from the Nifty 50 index often perform better than those newly added. Of the 28 excluded stocks analyzed, 17 outperformed their replacements. Research indicates that stocks removed from indices might experience initial drops but generally recover and outperform in the long term.

Markets bounced back on Friday, gaining almost 1.5% amid positive global cues. Attention will be on Hindustan Zinc, Samvardhana Motherson, Mphasis, Uno Minda, and Polyplex Corp due to key updates like resignations, acquisitions, and new appointments. DCX Systems received notable orders of Rs 107 crore from domestic and overseas clients.

Asian stocks paused after their best week in nine months, bolstered by hopes of a U.S. recession being avoided and cooling inflation signaling potential interest rate cuts. Gold surpassed $2,500 an ounce, and the dollar dipped. Fed officials hinted at easing policies, driving S&P 500 futures up 0.2% and Nasdaq futures 0.3%.

Tata Consultancy Services recorded a breakout from mild consolidation, with potential targets above Rs 4,550 in the upcoming weeks. The stock, part of the S&P BSE Sensex, displayed strength by trading above key moving averages and witnessed significant buying interest, indicating robust momentum and a possible rise to new highs.

Nifty ended the holiday-shortened week with a 1% gain, powered by IT and consumer durables. Key factors for the upcoming trading week include global cues, Jackson Hole symposium, corporate actions, and FII/DII activities. Analysts project potential upside for Nifty while cautioning about a critical gap at 24,200 that could signal lower levels if breached.

Benchmark indices have been in a consolidation path in the last week. Going forward, markets will take cues from Japan's inflation numbers and the minutes from the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. The uncertain geopolitical situation remains the primary near-term risk for the market.In such a scenario, here are 10 high dividend yield stocks in the smallcap space that you can consider including in your portfolio. Source: Axis Securities

In the last few days, there has been a debate about PSU and private banks. A debate which partially has been ignited by the fact that in the last few trading sessions both the PSU and private banks have come under pressure. There is a third set of banks which once again not finding much mention on the street. But the fact is that over the last few years, they have been improving their performance. The reason for the improvement is simple, when RBI makes a change in law, it applies equally to all, whether it is HDFC banks or SBI or a bank which is neither private nor public and is some sort of hybrid. So, these lesser talked ones are a set which come with their own shortcoming and strength.

Post election, there are some sets of companies which have been outperforming the market, this is worth noting for two reasons, first they have been underperforming even in the pre election bull market, so why this sudden out performance and second, they common thread is that their top and bottom line has relationship with what is happening in the rural India. The commentary from some of the companies post their Q1 result has been positive as they see some green shoots in rural consumption. We take a look at the companies which might gain as the rural recovery picks pace.

Indian market rose on Friday tracking positive global cues. The S&P BSE Sensex rallied more than 1300 points while the Nifty50 closed above 24500 levels

In August, foreign investors withdrew Rs 21,201 crore from Indian equity markets, influenced by the unwinding of the yen carry trade, US recession worries, and geopolitical tensions.

Whether it comes or not, but the fact is that since the first week of August, there has been a talk of possible recession in the US. The first reaction was that of panic and then as usual, across the globe a trade got in motion to sell possible stocks and sectors which are going to get hit. There is enough evidence to show that if there is a recession then it is the metal sector stocks which get the hit first as the metal prices tend to come down. Already if one looks at performance of the metal stocks, they have under performed in the last two weeks. Now there is an inverse relationship between the falling price of metal and margins of the many user industries. So, while metal prices come down, metal stock gets hit, there is another set of companies which might end up gaining, in terms of margins and better bottomline. Given the fact that some of these companies have strong brands they should be on watch list for a possible short term tactical investing if and when the word “ R” is heard back on the street.

Indian benchmark equity indices closed higher on Friday led by IT stocks, after firm U.S. economic data allayed fears of a recession in the world's largest economy. The S&P BSE Sensex closed 1.68% higher at 80,436, while the NSE Nifty50 index ended above the 24,500 level."In the near term, Nifty may continue consolidating within the 24300-24550 range. Only a decisive move above 24550 could trigger a directional up move in the index. A buy-on-dips strategy may be more effective unless Nifty decisively falls below 24300," said Rupak De of LKP Securities.Here are 8 stock recommendations for Monday:

Marcellus' Global Compounders fund, managed by Arindam Mandal, has outperformed the S&P 500 by limiting exposure to megacap stocks. This strategy shielded the fund from recent market volatility.