IT stocks rise as bears cover shorts, with a new outlook

IT stocks rise as bears cover shorts, with a new outlook

Mumbai: Information technology (IT) stocks were the biggest gainers in Wednesday’s trading, after HCL Technologies‘ stronger-than-expected earnings outlook prompted traders to cover some of their bearish bets that were initiated after earnings announcements of its larger peers –TCS and Infosys. The Nifty IT index shot up 4.3% – posting its biggest single-day gain in 10 … Read more

Nifty could hit 20,600 on crossing 20,400: Analysts

Nifty could hit 20,600 on crossing 20,400: Analysts

The Nifty could touch 20,600 if it manages to breach the 20,400 level. Analysts, however, said upsides would be tougher to come after the recent run-up and crucial support is at 19,900. Tata Steel, Grasim, Tech Mahindra, Alkem Labs, Tata Consumer, and Union Bank could gain in the short term, while analysts anticipate continued weakness … Read more

Rub-off effect! IT stocks crash up to 10%; Infosys top loser

Rub-off effect! IT stocks crash up to 10%; Infosys top loser

Infosys led Friday’s bloodbath on Dalal Street as the equity market fell like a pack of cards, breaking a four-session record-breaking spree. Infosys shares plunged nearly 10% to the day’s lows of 1,305 following its June quarter earnings on Thursday where it significantly cut its FY24 revenue growth guidance. The last major fall for Infosys … Read more