Bearish derivatives bets rise to levels seen at Covid onset

Bearish derivatives bets rise to levels seen at Covid onset

Mumbai: Institutional investors have mounted bearish derivatives wagers on Indian equities as the strengthening dollar and elevated interest rates in the US have heightened uncertainty in the near term. Foreign funds’ net bearish index futures positions were 77% of their total bets on Monday – reaching almost the level seen at the onset of Covid … Read more

Two Options to play Infosys ahead of its Sept results

Two Options to play Infosys ahead of its Sept results

Mumbai: Traders looking to bet on Infosys ahead of its September quarter results on Thursday could create a strategy using a combination of stock options. Analysts said this strategy is designed to bet on a drop in the premium of Infosys options after its results. The expectation is that would trade in a ₹1,400-range. On … Read more

5 midcap stocks from 3 sectors that have upside scope of 25% according to analysts

5 midcap stocks from 3 sectors that have upside scope of 25% according to analysts

Synopsis From a hospital stock, which has been quietly adding number of beds, to a gold loan-focussed lender, five stocks have seen an improvement in analysts’ score on SR plus and their stock prices have also moved higher. This improvement in score along with rise in prices took place amid wild market swings. Does better … Read more

These stocks are expected to return between 11% and 26%

These stocks are expected to return between 11% and 26%

ET takes a look at some of the top stock recommendations by analysts. These stocks are expected to return between 11% and 26% as per analysts’ price targets. Brokerage: Price Target: Rs 290 CMP: Rs 231.4 | Upside: 25.3% The brokerage has raised its price target on the stock to Rs 290 from Rs 275, … Read more

Paper stocks continue rally on likely price hike; analysts sound caution

Paper stocks continue rally on likely price hike; analysts sound caution

Mumbai: Shares of paper manufacturers rallied up to 10% on Wednesday on speculation there could be a price hike from September 1. But analysts warned against buying afresh at current levels as the stocks have run up substantially in 2022. Mills, , and gained 5% each while rose 8% on Wednesday. and shares surged more … Read more

Nifty could be sailing in choppy waters: Analysts

Nifty could be sailing in choppy waters: Analysts

Technical analysts expect the market to extend its decline this week. The Nifty is likely to touch the 17,600 level, and in case of further weakness, the index is expected to fall below the 17,200. Traders must buy stocks such as , , and Thermax; and sell , , BoB, and , analysts said. NAGARAJ … Read more

Metal & mining stocks to face headwinds as China’s export glut weighs on prices

Metal & mining stocks to face headwinds as China’s export glut weighs on prices

Mumbai: Investors must brace for limited gains in shares of metal and mining companies as earnings could come under pressure in the coming quarters on weakening prices, said analysts. With Chinese steelmakers flooding the global market, analysts expect prices to be under pressure for now. , , , and remain top picks though analysts warn … Read more

Move above 17,300 could take Nifty towards 17,800: Analysts

Move above 17,300 could take Nifty towards 17,800: Analysts

Technical analysts expect the Nifty to test 17,300 in the short term after the index closed above the 17,000-mark for the first time in nearly two months on Friday. The Nifty ended with a gain of 2.6% last week at 17,158.25. If it crosses 17,300, a further upmove towards 17,800 cannot be ruled out, said … Read more

RIL Q1 profit jumps 41% to Rs 19,443 crore

RIL Q1 profit jumps 41% to Rs 19,443 crore

Mumbai: (), India’s biggest company by market value, Friday reported a 41% jump in consolidated profit in the June quarter as cheaper Russian crude and robust fuel demand boosted refining margins, while consumer-facing retail and telecom segments also clocked higher revenues. Net profit came in at ₹19,443 crore, missing Street estimates on higher taxes and … Read more

Oil stocks get a lift from cut in windfall taxes, RIL gains 2.5%

Oil stocks get a lift from cut in windfall taxes, RIL gains 2.5%

Mumbai: Shares of oil refiners and producers surged on Wednesday after the government cut windfall taxes on fuel exports due to falling global prices. Analysts said the move will provide a sentimental boost to these stocks and eases regulatory overhang. But investors are unlikely to rush to buy these stocks as policy risks persist, said … Read more