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Bank stocks help Sensex gain 193 points at close

Bank stocks help Sensex gain 193 points at close

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

From the Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance, Infosys, Hindustan Unilever, ICICI Bank, HCL Tech, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finserv, State Bank of India, Tata Consultancy Services, Reliance Industries, Axis Bank and Larsen & Toubro were among the major gainers. However, Trent, Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra and Maruti were among the laggards.

Sensex, Nifty surge on rally in US markets, foreign fund inflows

Sensex, Nifty surge on rally in US markets, foreign fund inflows

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Among the 30 Sensex firms, HCL Technologies, NTPC, Bajaj Finserv, Tech Mahindra, JSW Steel, Titan, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel, Larsen & Toubro and Tata Consultancy Services were the biggest gainers. Kotak Mahindra Bank, IndusInd Bank, Maruti and Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards.

Sensex slips below 80K; Nifty scales new high

Sensex slips below 80K; Nifty scales new high

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Among the 30-share Sensex pack, State Bank of India, Reliance Industries, Hindustan Unilever, NTPC, Larsen & Toubro, Nestle India, Power Grid, ITC, JSW Steel and Sun Pharmaceuticals were the major gainers. On the other hand, HDFC Bank, Titan, Mahindra & Mahindra, IndusInd Bank, UltraTech Cement, Tata Motors, HCL Technologies and Asian Paints were among the laggards.

The Shortcut to Finding Hidden Stock Opportunities

The Shortcut to Finding Hidden Stock Opportunities

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Have you ever thought about how some investors always manage to find well-performing stocks before everyone else? They seem to have an eye for finding companies that aren't in the media but still deliver returns. These are called hidden stock opportunities, and the shortcut to finding them is all about knowing where and how to look. In this article, let's walk through some practical tips for finding these stocks in the share market.

A pause, then a pulse in demat growth

A pause, then a pulse in demat growth

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

About 2.2 million new dematerialised (demat) accounts were opened in May, raising the total to 196.6 million as stock prices continued their upward trend.

Sebi bans US-based Jane Street from securities mkt; impounds illegal gains of Rs 4,843 cr

Sebi bans US-based Jane Street from securities mkt; impounds illegal gains of Rs 4,843 cr

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Markets regulator Sebi has barred US-based Jane Street Group from the securities markets and directed the group to disgorge unlawful gains of Rs 4,843 crore for allegedly manipulating stock indices through positions taken in derivatives segment. This could be the highest disgorgement amount ever directed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi).

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Equity investors would track global market trends, inflation data and trading activity of foreign investors for further cues this week, analysts said. Moreover, progress of monsoon and developments related to trade talks would also be monitored by investors, experts noted.

Sensex tanks 690 points on selling in IT, auto stocks

Sensex tanks 690 points on selling in IT, auto stocks

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Key benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined for the third session in a row on Friday, dropping nearly 1 per cent, dragged by heavy selling in IT, auto and energy stocks. Tariff-related uncertainties amid mixed global market trends also added to the pressure, analysts said. The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 689.81 points or 0.83 per cent to settle at 82,500.47.

Sensex falls by 160 pts on sell-off in IT, healthcare shares

Sensex falls by 160 pts on sell-off in IT, healthcare shares

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Among the Sensex firms, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Eternal, Tata Consultancy Services, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Steel, ITC and L&T were the major laggards. Asian Paints, Mahindra & Mahindra, BEL, Adani Ports, State Bank of India, Trent, HDFC Bank were among the gainers.

State Bank of India led MF buys in July with Rs 10,000 crore QIP bet

State Bank of India led MF buys in July with Rs 10,000 crore QIP bet

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Mutual funds (MFs) - flush with cash amid record inflows in July - invested heavily in the Rs 25,000-crore qualified institutional placement (QIP) of India's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI). Fund managers acquired SBI shares worth Rs 10,200 crore last month, making the lender their biggest buy in July.

Bank stocks drive Sensex up 256 points

Bank stocks drive Sensex up 256 points

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Among Sensex stocks, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, Power Grid, IndusInd Bank, Maruti, Bajaj Finserv and NTPC were the biggest gainers. However, Eternal, ICICI Bank, Titan, Mahindra & Mahindra, Adani Ports, Tata Steel and Bharti Airtel were among the laggards.

Sensex ends down 288 points dragged by HDFC Bank and foreign fund outflows

Sensex ends down 288 points dragged by HDFC Bank and foreign fund outflows

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

From the Sensex pack, Bajaj Finserv, Larsen & Toubro, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank, Bharat Electronics and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the major laggards. However, Tata Steel, Asian Paints, UltraTech Cement, and Trent were the biggest gainers.

Iran-Israel war: Stock markets tumble; Sensex sheds 511 points

Iran-Israel war: Stock markets tumble; Sensex sheds 511 points

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Monday amid heightened tensions in the Middle East after the US bombed three major nuclear sites in Iran. The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 705.65 points to 81,702.52 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 182.85 points to 24,929.55.

Sensex gains 300 pts on fresh foreign fund inflows and buying in ICICI Bank, RIL

Sensex gains 300 pts on fresh foreign fund inflows and buying in ICICI Bank, RIL

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

From the Sensex pack, Asian Paints, UltraTech Cement, Power Grid, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries, Hindustan Unilever, Bharat Electronics and Sun Pharma were among the major gainers. In contrast, Trent, Eternal, Axis Bank and Titan were among the laggards.

Iran, Israel tension pulls Sensex down by 139 points:; NSE also ends in red

Iran, Israel tension pulls Sensex down by 139 points:; NSE also ends in red

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Among Sensex firms, Tata Consultancy Services, Adani Ports, Hindustan Unilever, Nestle, Bajaj Finserv and NTPC were the laggards. IndusInd Bank, Titan, Mahindra & Mahindra and Maruti were among the biggest gainers.

Sensex rebounds 376 pts, Nifty closes above 24,900

Sensex rebounds 376 pts, Nifty closes above 24,900

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Benchmark Sensex bounced back from early lows and closed higher by nearly 376 points on Monday, snapping its four-day losing run following a rally in blue-chips ICICI Bank, HUL and HDFC Bank. The 30-share BSE Sensex rebounded 375.61 points or 0.46 per cent to settle at 81,559.54. The index opened lower and hit a low of 80,895.05 points in early trade.

Why D-Street is positive on 2-wheeler stocks

Why D-Street is positive on 2-wheeler stocks

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Given the stronger rural activity, and potential goods and services tax (GST) impact, investors are bullish on the two-wheeler (2W) segment. In August, dealers in the domestic market picked up 11 per cent more 2Ws year-on-year (Y-o-Y), despite only 2 per cent growth in retail registrations. This indicates inventory stocking ahead of the festival season. Export trends were good. TVS Motor and Royal Enfield may have gained domestic market share.

IT stocks push Sensex by 74 points; Nifty hits lifetime high

IT stocks push Sensex by 74 points; Nifty hits lifetime high

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Among the 30 Sensex firms, Bharti Airtel, Infosys, IndusInd Bank, Sun Pharma, Tech Mahindra, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finance and JSW Steel were the biggest gainers. Asian Paints, Maruti, Nestle, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank and UltraTech Cement were among the laggards.

Factors that will drive the stock markets this week

Factors that will drive the stock markets this week

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Trading activity of foreign investors and crude oil prices would also remain in the limelight during the week, experts noted. "This week brings a series of important economic data releases from India and the United States, which are likely to influence market sentiment and central bank outlooks.

Sensex, Nifty hit new all-time closing highs; Maruti top gainer

Sensex, Nifty hit new all-time closing highs; Maruti top gainer

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Mahindra & Mahindra, Titan, Sun Pharma, ITC, Nestle and Tata Motors were the other big gainers. Reliance Industries, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bajaj Finance and JSW Steel were among the laggards.

Sensex rises 317 pts on gains in auto, pharma shares

Sensex rises 317 pts on gains in auto, pharma shares

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Stock markets snapped the four-day falling streak on Tuesday with the benchmark Sensex rebounding by 317 points on buying in auto and pharma shares amid a decline in retail inflation to a more than six-year low, nearing the RBI's comfort zone. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 317.45 points or 0.39 per cent to settle at 82,570.91. During the day, it jumped 490.16 points or 0.59 per cent to 82,743.62. The 50-share NSE Nifty edged higher by 113.50 points or 0.45 per cent to 25,195.80.

Sensex, Nifty settle flat after hitting fresh all-time highs

Sensex, Nifty settle flat after hitting fresh all-time highs

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

From the Sensex pack, Larsen & Toubro, Bajaj Finserv, Mahindra & Mahindra, UltraTech Cement, State Bank of India, IndusInd Bank, Reliance Industries and Sun Pharma were among the biggest gainers. Bharti Airtel, Titan, ITC, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tech Mahindra and HDFC Bank were among the laggards.

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Only experienced investors with a high risk appetite, a grasp of market cycles, and comfort with volatility and timing risk should invest.

Sensex pares gains; ends up 150 points

Sensex pares gains; ends up 150 points

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

From the Sensex constituents, Adani Ports, Tata Steel, Kotak Mahindra Bank, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finserv and Titan were among the biggest gainers. In contrast, Power Grid, Trent, NTPC, Maruti, HCL Tech and Bharat Electronics were among the laggards.

Sensex, Nifty hit record highs on US Fed rate cut; banks lead gains

Sensex, Nifty hit record highs on US Fed rate cut; banks lead gains

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

From the 30 Sensex firms, NTPC, Nestle, Titan, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Maruti, Hindustan Unilever, Bharti Airtel and HDFC Bank were the biggest gainers. HCL Technologies, Tata Consultancy Services, Adani Ports, Larsen & Toubro, JSW Steel, State Bank of India, Tech Mahindra and Bajaj Finance were among the laggards from the pack.

Why Sensex And Nifty Are Falling

Why Sensex And Nifty Are Falling

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

'Retail investors have to stick to their asset allocation plans and continuously do portfolio reviews.'

'Markets Remain Far From 2024 Euphoria'

'Markets Remain Far From 2024 Euphoria'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'A balanced portfolio mix of domestic and international equity, fixed income, and precious metals is recommended.'

Sensex regains 75K-mark; Nifty gains 201 points

Sensex regains 75K-mark; Nifty gains 201 points

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Among the 30 Sensex companies, Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies, State Bank of India, NTPC, Infosys, Larsen & Toubro, Tata Consultancy Services and Wipro emerged as the biggest gainers. Hindustan Unilever, Asian Paints, Mahindra & Mahindra, Nestle, IndusInd Bank and Sun Pharma were among the laggards.

Sensex ends down 166 points, Nifty settles below 24K

Sensex ends down 166 points, Nifty settles below 24K

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

From the 30 Sensex pack, State Bank of India, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bharti Airtel, Titan, HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank and Bajaj Finance were the biggest laggards. JSW Steel, Tech Mahindra, Larsen & Toubro, Hindustan Unilever, HCL Technologies and Reliance Industries were among the gainers from the pack.

Sensex tanks 636 points; slips below 81K

Sensex tanks 636 points; slips below 81K

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

From the Sensex firms, Adani Ports declined 2.42 per cent. Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance, Power Grid, Eternal, IndusInd Bank, Maruti, Tata Consultancy Services and UltraTech Cement were among the biggest laggards. Mahindra & Mahindra emerged as the only gainer in the pack.

Sensex breaches 79K-mark, Nifty scales 24,000

Sensex breaches 79K-mark, Nifty scales 24,000

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

NTPC, JSW Steel, Tata Motors, Bharti Airtel, Power Grid, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Tech Mahindra were also among the major gainers. Larsen & Toubro, Sun Pharma, Nestle, HDFC Bank and Maruti were among the laggards.

Sensex, Nifty settle lower after hitting record highs

Sensex, Nifty settle lower after hitting record highs

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Monday after hitting their all-time high levels in early trade amid selling in blue-chip IT stocks and HDFC Bank. After breaching the 77,000-mark during the early trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex came under selling pressure at the fag-end of the session and ended 203.28 points or 0.27 per cent lower at 76,490.08. During the day, the benchmark jumped 385.68 points or 0.50 per cent to hit a new record of 77,079.04.

Sensex drops 345 points on weakness in IT stocks

Sensex drops 345 points on weakness in IT stocks

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

From the Sensex pack, Bharti Airtel, Asian Paints, Infosys, Bharat Electronics, Tech Mahindra and Eternal were major laggards. However, Maruti, Tata Steel, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, Trent and Tata Consultancy Services were among the gainers.

Sensex, Nifty settle marginally lower in volatile trade

Sensex, Nifty settle marginally lower in volatile trade

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

From 30 Sensex firms, Adani Ports, NTPC, Power Grid, State Bank of India, Nestle, Mahindra & Mahindra, Reliance Industries and Tata Consultancy Services were the biggest laggards. Axis Bank, Infosys, JSW Steel, Tata Motors, HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the gainers from the blue-chip pack.

Bull vs bear: Who will rule D-Street this week?

Bull vs bear: Who will rule D-Street this week?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

The domestic stock market will continue to monitor the Israel-Iran conflict and its impact on global supplies besides prices of crude oil this week, analysts said. Global trends and trading activity of foreign investors would also drive investors' sentiment during the week.

Bloodbath on the bourses: Sensex tanks 2,223 points; Nifty sinks to 24K

Bloodbath on the bourses: Sensex tanks 2,223 points; Nifty sinks to 24K

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

From the Sensex pack, Tata Motors slumped over 7 per cent. Adani Ports, Tata Steel, SBI, Power Grid, JSW Steel and Maruti were the other big laggards. However, Hindustan Unilever and Nestle ended in positive territory.

Sensex breaches 81K, Nifty scales 24,800 peak

Sensex breaches 81K, Nifty scales 24,800 peak

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Bajaj Finserv, Infosys, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tech Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever, State Bank of India and HCL Technologies were the biggest gainers. On the contrary, Asian Paints, JSW Steel, NTPC and Adani Ports were among the laggards.

Sensex, Nifty hit all-time highs on rally in RIL, Tata Motors shares

Sensex, Nifty hit all-time highs on rally in RIL, Tata Motors shares

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Among the 30 Sensex firms, Tata Motors jumped over 4 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance, HCL Technologies, ITC, Reliance Industries, Tech Mahindra, Maruti and State Bank of India. Reliance Industries climbed nearly 2 per cent after Mukesh Ambani, chairman and managing director of the firm, said the board of the company will meet on September 5 to consider issuing bonus shares in the ratio of 1:1.

Foreign fund inflows, ICICI Bank and RIL boost markets

Foreign fund inflows, ICICI Bank and RIL boost markets

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Eternal was the biggest gainer in the Sensex pack, jumping 4.50 per cent, followed by Power Grid, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries, UltraTech Cement, Adani Ports, Sun Pharma, ITC and Hindustan Unilever were also among the winners. In contrast, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finserv and Bajaj Finance were among the laggards.

Sensex jumps 875 points on value buying; Nifty ends above 24K

Sensex jumps 875 points on value buying; Nifty ends above 24K

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Among the 30 Sensex firms, Adani Ports and Power Grid climbed over 3 per cent each. Tata Steel, JSW Steel, Infosys, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti, and Larsen & Toubro were the other big gainers. IndusInd Bank, Bharti Airtel, Hindustan Unilever, Tech Mahindra and Titan were the laggards.