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Sensex, Nifty open with gains as potential rate cut in US boosts sentiment

Sensex, Nifty open marginally higher; FMCG stocks lead rally

The Asian markets traded mixed in the morning session, breaking ranks from Wall Street peers as investors assessed a slew of economic data in the region. Core consumer prices in Tokyo rose at a slower pace in August. The unemployment rate also eased to 2.3 per cent in July, down from 2.5 per cent the previous month. Aug 29, 2025
BSE strengthens norms for SME migrating Mainboard, raises profit and trading requirements

BSE to introduce pre-market trading in index and stock F&O from Dec 8

"It is proposed to introduce Pre-Open Session for index & stock futures in the Equity Derivatives Segment from Monday, December 08, 2025 onwards," BSE said in a circular. Trading members are requested to note that there shall be no new changes in the Enhanced Trading Interface (ETI) API or market data broadcast streams to facilitate the roll-out of the said functionality, the exchange added. Aug 28, 2025
Stock market ends lower ahead of key inflation data, tariff concerns

Indian equity indices decline sharply over US tariff concerns

Sensex ended the session at 80,080.57, down 705 points or 0.87 per cent. The 30-share index started the session in negative territory at 80,754 against last session's closing of 80,786.54 amid selling across the sectors. The Index further extended the losing momentum to hit an intra-day low at 80,013.02 following the implementation of US tariffs on Indian goods. Aug 28, 2025
Indigo shares decline over 4 pc on promoter offloading stake

Indigo shares decline over 4 pc on promoter offloading stake

They have been reducing their stake in the airline since Rakesh Gangwal left the board in February 2022; as of 2025, they have sold almost 9 per cent of the company. By reducing their ownership of InterGlobe Aviation, Rakesh Gangwal and his family have raised more than Rs 45,300 crore since 2022. Aug 28, 2025
State-run firms pay big dividends; Coal India, PFC lead the pack

State-run firms pay big dividends; Coal India, PFC lead the pack

Dividend yield refers to the annual dividend income expressed as a percentage of the stock's current market price -- an important metric for income-focused investors. Power Finance Corporation (PFC) rewarded shareholders with Rs 19.5 per share -- reflecting a yield of 5 per cent, while REC Limited paid Rs 19.1 per share, also translating into a 5 per cent yield. Aug 27, 2025
Indian stock market to remain shut on Ganesh Chaturthi

Indian stock market remain shut on Ganesh Chaturthi

Further, US tariffs on India are set to increase significantly as new tariffs of 25 per cent will take effect on Wednesday, raising total duties on exports to the US to 50 per cent. Its impact on the Indian stock market will be seen on Thursday. India's top exports to the US include engineering and electronic goods, drugs and pharmaceuticals, and gems and jewellery, as per government data. Aug 27, 2025
Nifty could touch 27,609 in the next 12 months: Report

Nifty could touch 27,609 in the next 12 months: Report

The data compiled by PL Capital in its latest India strategy report said multiple factors, including benign inflation, government tax cuts, normal monsoons, and recent rate reductions by the Reserve Bank of India, are creating conditions for broad-based consumption growth. Aug 26, 2025
GST Authority sends tax demand, penalty of over Rs 40 cr to Eternal

GST Authority sends tax demand, penalty of over Rs 40 cr to Eternal

"The Company has received 3 orders on 25 August 2025 for the period July 2017 to March 2020 passed by Joint Commissioner, Appeals-4, Bengaluru, confirming total demand of GST of Rs 17,19,11,762 with interest of Rs 21,42,14,791 and penalty of Rs 1,71,91,177, " Eternal said in an exchange filing. Aug 26, 2025
Indian stock market rally continues for 3rd consecutive day, Sensex jumps 213 points

Indian indices close higher amid US Fed rate cut expectations

Sensex ended the session at 81,635.91, up 329.06 or 0.40 per cent. After a sharp decline in the last session, the 30-share index opened with a decent gap-up at 81,501.06 against the previous session's closing of 81,306.85. The index further escalated the momentum to touch an intraday high at 81,799.06 but remained range-bound. Aug 25, 2025
Gold falls by Rs 600 this week, silver also declines

Gold falls by Rs 600 this week, silver also declines

According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), the price of 24-carat gold now stands at Rs 99,358 per 10 grams, compared to Rs 1,00,023 a week ago -- a decline of Rs 665. Prices of 22-carat gold fell to Rs 91,012 from Rs 91,621 per 10 grams, while 18-carat gold dropped from Rs 75,017 to Rs 74,519 per 10 grams. Aug 24, 2025
Indian stock market opens lower amid fresh US tariff concerns

8 of top 10 most valued firms add Rs 1.72 lakh crore in market cap

Their market values saw sharp increases, boosting overall investor wealth. Hindustan Unilever's valuation jumped by Rs 34,280.54 crore to Rs 6,17,672.30 crore. Bharti Airtel added Rs 33,899.02 crore, taking its market cap to Rs 11,02,159.94 crore, while Bajaj Finance's valuation rose by Rs 20,413.95 crore to Rs 5,55,961.39 crore. Aug 24, 2025
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