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How LIC minted Rs 21,000 crore in mark-to-market gains by betting against AI panic in 3 top IT stocks
Updated at : 2026-08-06 09:30:02

LIC gained over Rs 21,000 crore from three top software exporters. This paper profit materialized within thirty-five days after a contrarian investment strategy. The insurer accumulated shares of Infosys, TCS, and HCL Technologies during the June quarter. This move reversed earlier investor pessimism surrounding artificial intelligence disruption fears. The IT sector has since rallied, reversing earlier sector pessimism.

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New India Assurance among 5 stocks showing bullish RSI upswing
Updated at : 2026-08-06 09:25:02

Five stocks in the Nifty500 pack that gained over 7% featured in the RSI Trending Up scan on August 5 after showing improving momentum. The RSI moved above the 50 mark from lower levels, signalling strengthening price action, improving sentiment and potential short-term buying opportunities for traders tracking bullish technical setups.

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Lone warriors! How two mid-tier tech stocks rewarded investors in Rs 10 lakh crore IT crash this year
Updated at : 2026-08-06 09:20:01

Indian IT stocks have seen significant value erosion this year. However, Coforge and LTIMindtree have shown resilience and growth. These companies are performing well due to strong deal wins and AI integration. Analysts see mid-tier firms as more attractive than large caps now. Their performance offers investors a rare stable option in the sector.

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Yen and dollar drift on Iran deal concerns, payroll jitters
Updated at : 2026-08-06 08:30:02

On Thursday, currency markets exhibited a sense of caution as traders monitored impending economic data. The Japanese yen battled to uphold its recent gains against the dollar following intervention efforts. Global attention was centered on the proposed U.S.-Iran deal and its ramifications. Additionally, investors were keenly waiting for upcoming U.S. payroll figures, looking for signals regarding interest rate shifts.

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ETMarkets NRI Talk| The question is no longer 'Why India?' but 'At what valuation?': Bhaskar Hazra
Updated at : 2026-08-06 08:25:02

Hazra also shares his views on sector opportunities, the role of alternatives, and why financial assets are increasingly becoming a preferred avenue over direct real estate for long-term wealth creation.

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Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: DLF, BSE among 5 stocks that could give 10-40% return
Updated at : 2026-08-06 08:20:02

We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources

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Rupee gains 26 paise to close at 95.11 against the US dollar
Updated at : 2026-08-06 07:20:02

The Indian rupee gained twenty-six paise on Wednesday, ending the session at ninety-five point eleven per dollar. This positive movement was aided by a decrease in oil prices. In addition, the Reserve Bank of India opted to keep its key interest rates unchanged while awaiting more definitive inflation data, as the situation around oil prices remains unpredictable.

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Stocks in news: PB Fintech, LIC, Trent, Ola Electric, and Cipla
Updated at : 2026-08-06 06:20:02

In a day of mixed economic signals, Indian markets displayed notable volatility before settling at a flat close. PB Fintech enjoyed a substantial rise in profits thanks to robust growth in insurance premiums. ONGC is also gearing up to ink deals with Venezuela for managing oil blocks. Simultaneously, Ola Electric and Cipla made headlines with their considerable investments in renewable energy initiatives.

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Market Trading Guide: TBO Tek among 2 stock recommendations for Thursday
Updated at : 2026-08-05 21:20:02

Indian markets surrendered early gains to end lower, but realty, auto and metal stocks outperformed. Analysts recommend Kirloskar Brothers and TBO Tek as breakout buys, citing bullish technical patterns, strong momentum, improving volumes and favourable risk-reward setups for short-term gains.

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