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Indian banks' margins to come under pressure as deposit growth lags: Nomura

Nomura has warned that bank margins may decline in FY27 as credit growth continues to outpace deposits. Rising CD ratio, falling LCR, and weak deposit growth remain key risks for the banking sector.

Paint stocks: Asian Paints, Indigo Paints, Berger, Shalimar gain up to 5%

However, in the calendar year 2026 so far, paint stocks have underperformed the market, falling up to 38 per cent due to poor operational performance and rising crude oil prices.

Stock Market LIVE: Sensex pares 710 pts from high, Nifty tests 22,700; Brent crude tops $104

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates, Monday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap were up 1.31 per cent and 1.13 per cent, respectively

GSP Crop Science makes steady D-Street debut; shares list at 4% premium

GSP Crop Science shares kicked off their maiden trading session on the BSE at ₹332.30 per share, reflecting a premium of ₹12.30 or 3.84 per cent over its IPO issue price of ₹320 per share.

Gold, silver prices crash 45% from their peak: Buy or avoid related stocks?

The fall in gold prices, according to analysts, may actually support jewellery demand in the medium-term, even though it may create short-term pressure for some players

Motilal Oswal initiates coverage on Urban Company; sees 14% upside

The brokerage believes Urban company is well positioned to benefit from the gradual shift of India's fragmented home services market towards organised, tech-led platforms

Sensex zooms 1,500 points on ceasefire hope: Should you sell the rally?

Analysts believe a lot now depends on what Trump does after the 5-day ceasefire and how crude oil prices, bond yields play out.

India is a crown jewel, says Binance APAC head SB Seker on crypto growth

With deep digital penetration and a young, tech-savvy population, India, Seker believes, is a market unmatched globally for meaningful blockchain adoption and innovation

Asian shares rebound after Trump hints at possible end to Iran war

Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 added 1.1 per cent in morning trading to 52,093.02, recovering some of the losses it suffered the previous day

Ex-date alert: These 4 stocks to remain in spotlight today; check full list

Among them, Gujarat Intrux has decided to reward its shareholders with an interim dividend of ₹7.50 per share. The company has fixed March 25, 2026, as the record date for the same

Nifty50 valuations ease amid oil surge, geopolitical jitters: JM Financial

Despite global headwinds, consumption trends held up, banking and household financial activity remained steady

Sai Parenteral's IPO gets mixed reviews; does it merit your investment?

Analysts at SBI Securities, and Ashika Institutional Equities have recommended subscribing to the issue for the long term, while those at Swastika Investmart have assigned an 'Avoid' rating

US halts Iran strikes: Nifty set to rally; Emkay picks stocks to buy now

Equity markets are set to rebound today as US has decided to halt Iran strikes. GIFT Nifty is up over 350 points. Emkay Global expects OMCs, banks, autos, NBFCs, L&T too see a strong rally.

HDFC Bank hires external counsel to review ex-chairman's resignation letter

HDFC Bank said that Chakraborty 'did not mention any happenings and practices which were not in congruence with his personal values and ethics'

Stocks to Watch today, Mar 24: HDFC Bank, Coal India, Oil stocks, Wipro

Stocks to Watch today, March 24, 2026: From HDFC Bank to oil related stocks, here is a list of shares that will remain on investors' radar

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: Utilities; check top stock pick here

In the medium term, the sector appears well-positioned for structurally higher profitability, driven by improved pricing power, better capacity utilisation, and reduced external supply shocks

Rupee hits new record low amid Iran war: Will INR drop to 100 vs US dollar?

Rupee hit a record low of 93.94 on Monday as oil prices stay above $100/bbl amid Iran war, and FPI pulled out ₹1 trillion in 2026. Can INR fall to 100/USD? Analysts weigh in on outlook and risks

Stocks to Buy: Here's why analyst recommends Jindal Steel, Federal Bank

According to Shrikant Chouhan of Kotak Securities, JSL remains a leading integrated steel and mining player with strong operational capabilities

FPI selling surpasses ₹1 trillion mark in March amid West Asia crisis

Backed by SIPs, domestic investors brought relief with ₹1.13 trn investment

Net FDI remains negative for fifth straight month in January: RBI data

Net FDI stood at negative $1.39 billion in January 2026 compared to negative $492 million in December 2025