Adani Total Gas Share Price: The financing will accelerate ATGL’s City Gas Distribution (CGD) network infrastructure development program and the expansion is expected to cater to over 200 million people covering 14% of India’s population.

Indian benchmark equity indices reached new record highs on Monday, led by gains in Bharti Airtel, M&M, and HDFC Bank. The BSE Sensex rose by 287 points to 84,831, while the Nifty50 increased by 100 points to 25,891. Optimism about a potential soft landing for the US economy fueled market sentiment.

Vodafone Share Price: Vodafone Idea's shares rose 8.3% after announcing $3.6 billion deals with Nokia, Ericsson, and Samsung for telecom equipment over three years. This marks the first step in their Rs 55,000 crore capex plan to expand 4G coverage and launch 5G in key markets.

Top brokerage firms have shared their latest stock recommendations. Investec has given a buy rating to Chola Finance and Glenmark Pharma, while Citi maintains a buy call on Indus Towers. Nomura has initiated coverage on Indegene with a neutral rating. These insights are sourced from ETNow and other outlets.

SpiceJet shares surged by up to 6% after completing a Rs 3,000 crore Qualified Institutional Placement, attracting global investors. The airline aims to have 100 aircraft by the end of 2026 and plans to return its grounded planes to service. Additional funding will help enhance operations and fleet expansion.

Nifty rebounded after a brief contraction of just 0.6% over the week, closing at a record high of 25,790. This was accompanied by strong momentum in BankNifty and noticeable sector rotation.

Eleven stocks, including Aarti Industries and Biocon, are under F&O trade ban as their open interest crossed 95% of market-wide positions limits. The ban will be lifted if open interest falls below 80%. Indian headline indices hit record highs, driven by ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank amid positive global cues and US Fed's monetary easing policy.

Benchmark Sensex closed above the historic 84,000-mark for the first time, while Nifty also reached a new record high. ICICI Bank, JSW Steel, and Reliance Infra were among the top gainers. Analysts provide insights on future trends and support levels for these stocks as the market resumes trading.

Banks have asked the Reserve Bank of India to relax norms for foreign investment in corporate debt, aiming to capitalize on rising global interest following India's inclusion in a JP Morgan bond index. They seek changes in rules regarding residual maturity, investment caps, and lock-in periods to boost FPI interest in corporate bonds.

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Banks have asked the Reserve Bank of India to relax norms for foreign investment in corporate debt, aiming to capitalize on rising global interest following India's inclusion in a JP Morgan bond index. They seek changes in rules regarding residual maturity, investment caps, and lock-in periods to boost FPI interest in corporate bonds.

Overseas investors purchased Indian equities worth ₹32,779 crore across 17 sectors in the first half of September. Financial services received the highest inflows at ₹12,253 crore. Healthcare, consumer durables, and FMCG sectors also saw significant investments. However, the automobile sector faced the highest outflows at ₹1,983 crore.

Nifty shows a sharp positive trend with a potential target of 26,250 and immediate support at 25,600. Analysts advise caution due to high FPI long-short ratios and overbought conditions. Stocks like HDFC Bank, Kotak Bank, Maruti, and L&T are forming bullish trends. Investors should consider stock-specific opportunities while monitoring key support levels.

“Aditya Birla Capital stock has formed an Inverted Head & Shoulder pattern. Last week a fresh breakout was observed above the pattern. Traders can buy for a target of Rs 263-265 in the next 1-2 months,” Shitij Gandhi, Senior Technical Analyst, SMC Global Securities, said.

Stocks in news: Domestic markets rose by nearly one and a half percent on Friday, driven by global trends. Key stocks in focus include SpiceJet, Mankind Pharma, Vodafone Idea, Aarti Drugs, BHEL, and RIL due to various developments. Notable deals and approvals were made by companies like Allcargo Gati, HFCL, Aster DM Healthcare, and Tata Steel.

Asian stocks remained steady on Monday as investors awaited central bank meetings expected to result in two more rate cuts and key U.S. inflation data. Thin trading was observed due to a holiday in Japan. The S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures showed slight gains, reflecting optimism about further easing measures.

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Aditya Birla Capital has broken out from a narrow range, suggesting potential for the stock to reach new 52-week highs. Experts recommend short-term traders buy the stock with a target of Rs 263-265. The stock's chart pattern indicates a bullish reversal signal, trading above crucial moving averages.

Indian benchmark indices surged to record highs and registered weekly gains on Friday, led by auto and banking stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex closed 1.63% higher at 84,544, while the NSE Nifty50 ended above the 25,750 mark. "The short-term trend of Nifty is sharply positive. Having surged up in one session on Friday, there is a possibility of consolidation/breather pattern in the short term, before moving up further. Next upside targets as per Fibonacci extension to be watched around 26,250. Immediate support is at 25,650," said Nagaraj Shetti, Senior Technical Research Analyst at HDFC Securities. Here are 7 stock recommendations for Monday:

Multinational companies are eager to capitalize on the booming Indian stock markets, with over a dozen firms reducing their stakes in local operations over the past year. Additionally, several others, including Hyundai and LG, are planning public offerings. GE T&D India is the latest addition to a growing list of global firms—such as Wabco, ITC, Styrenix Performance Materials, Federal-Mogul Goetze, Timken India—seeking to take advantage of the premium valuations in India, which significantly outpace those of their international peers.

Indian benchmark equity indices surged to record highs and registered weekly gains on Friday, as an outsized interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve earlier in the week whetted investor risk appetite across global markets.

Rohini Nilekani, philanthropist and wife of Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, purchased shares worth Rs 8.55 crore in logistics firm Allcargo Gati via open market transactions on Thursday.

Just before the announcement by the US Fed, there was a sudden bout of selling in IT stocks. The IT index saw a cut of more than 3 percent and the decline in stock was across the board, whether large or mid-cap IT stocks, all of them witnessed a cut. If this is appearing unexpected, then probably consider just one simple fact that amongst IT is the sector where the FPI has one of the highest exposure. So, if there is a sector where there can be an implication of recession in the US and a hedge fund decides to sell then it would be IT stocks which will be on top of the list of selling. So there will be short term unexpected and what might appear to be the unexplained bout of selling which may come. But the bigger reason is the strength of the balance sheet and experience to deal with headwinds.

A long buildup occurs when open interest and trading volumes increase alongside a rise in the underlying stock price in the Futures and Options segment, signaling a bullish market trend. In Friday's trading session, five stocks saw fresh long positions. Here’s the list:

A short buildup occurs when there is a rise in open interest and trading volumes, coupled with a decrease in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment. This indicates that more traders are expecting the prices to decline and are creating short positions. In Friday's trading session, five stocks saw fresh short positions being built. Here's the list:

William J. O'Neil, the founder of MarketSmith, revolutionized stock market investing by integrating both fundamental and technical analysis, emphasizing historical trends. His approach focuses on seven key traits common among stock market winners. MarketSmith uses this methodology to identify companies with strong earnings growth and price momentum close to their 52-week highs—an ideal setup in early bull markets. Below are eight Indian stocks that meet O'Neil's investment principles, as highlighted by MarketSmith:

Indian market hit fresh record highs for the second consecutive day in a row on Friday. The S&P BSE Sensex rallied more than 1,300 points while the Nifty50 closed just a shade below 25,800 levels.The S&P BSE Sensex hit a record high of 84,694 while the Nifty50 rose to a life high of 25,849 in intraday trade on Friday.

In the week ending September 20, the Indian benchmark index Sensex experienced a weekly gain of approximately 2%. During this rally, 8 penny stocks saw their prices increase by 20% to 95% over the same period. Our selection criteria focused on stocks with a market capitalization below Rs 1000 crore, a share price under Rs 20, and a last trading volume exceeding 5 lakh shares.(Data Source: ACE Equity)

The global economy went through a rate-cut cycle with a 50 bps rate cut by the US Fed and Bank of Japan keeping its rate unchanged, followed by a sectoral rotation among investors to large caps.With the sector rotation in play, below is a list of curated ideas from StoxBox combining both technical and fundamental analysis to identify stocks with strong growth potential:Here are the top 7 growth ideas from StoxBox:

Going ahead, the trend of FPIs buying is likely to continue in the coming days, V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Financial Services, said.

The BSE benchmark soared 1,359.51 points or 1.63 per cent to settle at an all-time high of 84,544.31 on Friday. During the day, it jumped 1,509.66 points or 1.81 per cent to hit the lifetime intra-day peak of 84,694.46.

The Long-Term Capital Management (LTCM) case study involves a hedge fund founded by Nobel laureates and finance experts in 1994 to trade global bond markets. Spectacular success in the initial years, the world's top pedigree and sophisticated mathematical models fed to the overconfidence in 1998 bond arbitrage. The symptoms exhibited for overconfidence were high leverage and ignoring warning signs of the trade going wrong.

If you're an HDFC bank customer, you may have noticed greater communication from the bank of late. One message offers “Special Edition Fixed Deposits” that carry a slightly higher interest rate. A second message alerts you to some services not being available for a certain period because of ongoing “maintenance” work. The two messages are indicative of what is happening at HDFC bank at the macro level. The first underlines its focus on getting more deposits; the second, its bid to fix the technology end of the bank. HDFC is not alone. Most major private banks are facing some issue or the other. The question is: Do these banks have the ability to fix these issues? Given that they have seen many economic cycles – and because on one banking parameter nobody can beat them – the probability is high.

Given the turbulence periodically cropping up in global and domestic markets, it becomes critical for retail investors to start constructing a resilient portfolio. Thorough research and a strategic approach to diversification are essential for navigating such volatility and achieving sustainable growth in their portfolios.

The rally will depend on continued strength in banking and financial heavyweights, which have been leading the market's upward trajectory, Ajit Mishra of Religare Broking said.

Rajesh Palviya, in an exclusive interview with ET Now, shares his insights on the recent market momentum, highlighting strong short-covering actions and sectoral rotations that are driving Nifty and Bank Nifty to new highs. He discusses the outperformance of private banks, particularly ICICI and Kotak, and the potential for further gains in FMCG stocks like Nestle and Britannia.

According to Friday's provisional data, Friday's FII buying was the highest in three years and the eighth-highest ever recorded. The all-time record for single-day FII buying was set on May 6, 2020, when they invested Rs 17,123 crore in the Indian stock market.

The Nifty continues its upward trajectory, reaching new all-time highs. However, caution is advised as potential resistance and consolidation lie ahead. While the broader market remains bullish, investors should focus on strategic sector rotation and profit protection, avoiding chasing the rally. Relative Rotation Graphs (RRG) offer insights into sectors likely to outperform or underperform in the coming week.

The long-awaited 50 bps rate cut by the Federal Reserve has finally happened, with the Fed hinting at further reductions in 2024, 2025, and 2026. This news has sparked a positive reaction across the markets.Following this, analysts expect increased FPI inflows, leading to a recent rise in largecap investments. This trend may strengthen, with largecaps likely to outperform other segments. The constructive view on the market remains intact with a likely sector rotation.With these, below are the top 10 picks from Axis Securities with upside potential of up to 42%:

Younger HNI and UHNI investors, fueled by recent wealth creation, are showing greater willingness to take risks. This increased risk appetite, combined with better financial knowledge, is driving a shift towards investments in equities, unlisted assets, and private credit.

With the Nifty and Sensex at new highs, there are segments of the market that are witnessing profit-booking. Given that valuations are high, it is time to divide decision-making on investing into two parts. One: What does one do with an existing portfolio? And, two: If one is to put in fresh money, where should it be deployed? The second question deserves more attention – because buying the wrong stocks at high valuations can lead to bigger problems. So, before making the decision to invest, do a simple check on some parameters and whether the company is meeting those criteria. If not, it’s probably best to skip that stock.

In the five trading sessions leading up to September 20, the Sensex rose approximately 2%, closing at 84,544, with gains noted in four sessions. In this weekly rally, ETMarkets identified that nine stocks from the Nifty500 pack have showed consistent price increases during this timeframe. (Data Source: ACE Equity)

ETMarkets' analysis of BSE smallcap stocks shows that over the past three sessions (September 18-20 ), 5 stocks have consistently increased in price, trading volume, and delivery volume, indicating higher investor interest. (Data Source: ACE Equity)

Companies set record dates to determine which shareholders are qualified to receive benefits like buyback offers, bonus issues, or stock splits. You need to own the shares in your demat account on the record date to be eligible. Here's a list of stocks approaching their record dates for various corporate actions next week.

Adani Total Gas, a joint venture between Adani Group and Total Energies, has secured ₹3,131 crore ($375 million) from several international banks. This funding will accelerate the expansion of its city gas distribution network across 34 areas in 13 states, potentially benefiting up to 14% of India's population.

SpiceJet has received shareholder approval to raise up to Rs 3,000 crore through a special resolution. The airline intends to use the funds to improve its financial situation and return to full operational capacity.

Private insurers in India saw a significant increase in their weighted received premium (WRP) during August 2024, growing 15% year-on-year. This was notably higher than the overall industry growth of 10%. Combined with ongoing investments in distribution and new product development, this indicates a positive outlook for the private insurance sector in India.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the listing and trading of options for BlackRock's spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund on the Nasdaq. This move provides institutional investors and traders with an alternative way to hedge their exposure to bitcoin, further integrating cryptocurrency into mainstream financial markets.

High valuations in midcap stocks are causing worries about a potential market downturn. Past data shows that when the Nifty Midcap 100 falls significantly after a strong rally, the Nifty 50 tends to do better than both midcap and smallcap indices.

Net foreign purchases this quarter, totaling $8.5 billion, are set to be the highest since mid-2023, according to Bloomberg data. Investor confidence has been bolstered by policy continuity after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third-term victory and India’s increased weighting over China in some global indexes. The outlook for inflows appears strong, particularly with the Federal Reserve beginning to cut interest rates.