Piramal Finance shares rose nearly 4% after Q2 FY27 net profit surged 67% year-on-year to Rs 545 crore. Assets under management grew 24%, while retail disbursements increased 34%. The company strengthened its capital base, expanded AI adoption, improved operational efficiency, and appointed former SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara as Independent Director.
Indian government bonds experienced a significant decline due to rising oil prices, raising concerns about inflation among investors. The benchmark bond yield has reached its highest point since March, leading to a more cautious trading environment. Additionally, consumer inflation in India rose to 5.54%, with forecasts indicating further increases in October.
China’s onshore yuan touched a more than four-year high against the US dollar, supported by robust exports, resilient economic growth, foreign exchange inflows and a weaker greenback. The currency has gained 4.7% against the dollar so far in 2026.
Japanese government bond prices rose for a third session as attractive yields and safe-haven demand boosted investor interest. Record demand at a 20-year bond auction supported the recovery, while global yields declined. Economists expect the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates to 1.50% in December, though October rates may remain unchanged.
Safe-haven demand is shifting amid AI-driven market volatility, geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices and mounting government debt. The US dollar, Swiss franc, German Bunds, short-term government bonds and gold offer potential protection, but differing risks and volatile returns highlight the challenges of safeguarding portfolios during market uncertainty.
Mukesh Ambani-led Jio Platforms’ IPO saw strong demand on Day 1. The IPO commanded a grey market premium (GMP) of around 25%, while brokerages remained optimistic, citing Jio’s telecom leadership, improving profitability and growth opportunities in broadband and artificial intelligence (AI).
Transrail Lighting shares rose nearly 9% after the company secured fresh orders worth Rs 927 crore, taking its financial year order intake to Rs 3,356 crore. However, foreign institutional investors trimmed their stake in the company during the September 2026 quarter.
Bajaj Finance shares dropped on Wednesday after the NBFC reported a 29% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 net profit to Rs 6,367 crore. Nomura and Jefferies retained Buy ratings, with Jefferies cutting its target price, while 360 One WAM upgraded the stock to Buy, citing improving risk-reward and strong growth.
L&T Technology Services shares rose sharply past Rs 4,000 after Q2 results beat expectations, driven by margin expansion, AI-led deal wins and strong sustainability business growth. Management expects a stronger second half of FY27, while Motilal Oswal, Nuvama and Nomura raised their target prices but maintained cautious ratings.
Four Nifty500 banking stocks showed strengthening momentum on October 19, with rising RSI values indicating improving price strength and potential bullish trends, according to StockEdge’s technical scan.
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