Cyclical stocks to lead India Inc's earnings growth in fourth quarter

The earnings are, however, expected to be down around 2 per cent on a sequential basis due to pent-up demand getting exhausted and the adverse impact of rising metals and energy prices on consumer......

BSE small-cap index hits new intra-day high, holds out hope

The current up move, according to analysts, closely resembles the rally post the global financial crisis in 2008-09, not just in quantum and speed, but also the way small-and mid-cap indices......

2021 could be the year of mid-and small-caps, say analysts

Analysts attribute the surge to a host of factors, particularly the interest shown by the retail investors in these two market segments. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Calendar year 2021......

Markets will be choppy amid 21-day lockdown, say analysts

Given the developments, analysts expect fiscal and monetary support from the government and RBI to revive sentiment. However, recovery, they say, from these levels will be slow and painful.......