India’s growth outlook firm as global volatility rises: Finance Ministry

The ministry projected real GDP growth of 7.0–7.4% for FY27, supported by strong domestic demand, stable macroeconomic fundamentals, and continued policy reforms. India’s economic outlook remains strong even as escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia threaten to inject greater volatility into global markets, the Finance Ministry said in its latest Monthly Economic Review (MER).  …

US-Iran war risk: Can Nifty 50 crash below 21,000 level? What experts suggest

Stock market outlook: Market analysts expect Nifty 50 to remain above 21,000 despite geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices. A potential 10-12% correction is anticipated, but strong domestic flows may prevent a significant drop. Nifty 50 outlook: The sharp impact of the heightened geopolitical tensions in the wake of US and Israel’s attacks on the…

Technical View: Bears eye deeper correction if Nifty slips below 25,000; Bank Nifty breakdown points to further weakness amid elevated VIX

The weekly options data suggest that 25,000, where the maximum Put open interest is placed, is expected to act as key short-term support, while resistance is seen at 25,400–25,500, which holds the maximum Call open interest.   The Nifty 50 was convincingly caught in a bear grip on February 27, falling over a percent amid…

IT stocks under pressure: How investors should restructure their tech portfolio in 2026 amid AI disruption

As AI reshapes the tech landscape, investors may consider diversifying their portfolios beyond traditional IT stocks. Experts emphasise a balanced approach that includes AI enablers and U.S. tech giants, while also preparing for potential volatility in the sector.  Technology stocks worldwide are experiencing sharp volatility amid concerns over rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and…

NBFCs in “sweet spot”, says Kotak Inst, sees stronger loan growth in FY27

Kotak Institutional Equities believes non-banking financial company (NBFC) are in a “sweet spot”, noting that companies under its coverage performed well in the December quarter (Q3FY26), characterised by accelerating disbursements, expanding net interest margins (NIMs), and a decline in stressed loans. While the recent rally has limited immediate upside for many stocks, the brokerage views…

War or a nuclear deal? Why Trump is pushing the US toward a possible clash with Iran and what lies ahead

The US and Iran have held two rounds of indirect talks in Oman and Switzerland, with little progress. Talks are scheduled to resume on Thursday in Switzerland. The United States is edging closer to a potential military confrontation with Iran after President Donald Trump ordered a large-scale deployment of American military forces to West Asia.…

Technical View: Nifty rises for 2nd day, move above 25,850 can extend to 26,000, say experts

The Bank Nifty continued to outperform, ending near the 61,200 mark with a gain of 0.37 percent, added Shah.   The equity benchmark indices settled higher for the second straight session on Tuesday amid volatile trade and selective buying on the weekly expiry day. The Nifty opened weak tracking subdued global cues but recovered during…

FPI inflows rebound after US-India trade deal, touch ₹19,675 crore in first fortnight of Feb

The inflows follow three consecutive months of heavy selling, with FPIs pulling out ₹35,962 crore in January, ₹22,611 crore in December, and ₹3,765 crore in November, according to data from depositories.   Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) staged a sharp turnaround in early February, pumping ₹19,675 crore into Indian equities in the first fortnight, supported by…

NSE trading accounts cross 25 crore; unique investors at 12.7 crore

  The exchange, in a release, said the most recent one crore accounts were added in just two months, signalling accelerating onboarding momentum. Notably, the last five crore accounts — nearly 20 per cent of the total base — have been added in the past 16 months alone.   National Stock Exchange of India (NSE)…

Technical View: Further rally depends on 26,000 as momentum holds; VIX comforts Nifty bulls, Bank Nifty defends 60,500

The weekly options data indicated that 26,000 is expected to be a crucial resistance zone, which was tested intraday on Wednesday, with immediate support at 25,900.   Nifty outlook for February 12 The Nifty 50 maintained its uptrend for the fourth consecutive session despite consolidation and continued forming higher highs and higher lows for three…