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Dilip Buildcon shares will be in focus after its JV with RBL Bank emerged as the lowest bidder for a Rs 1,504 crore Gurugram Metro project. The contract includes building viaducts, 27 stations, an underpass, and a spur to Dwarka Expressway. The 26.65-km metro corridor project is expected to be completed within 30 months.

RailTel Corporation of India anticipates increased investor attention. This follows the announcement of a significant advance work order. The order, valued at Rs 166.38 crore, comes from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). This development is poised to positively influence RailTel s stock performance. The company s shares closed lower on Friday, but this new contract could change the trajectory.

Godrej Properties reported a 15% YoY rise in Q1FY26 net profit to Rs 600 crore, despite a 3% drop in income. Bookings crossed Rs 7,000 crore for the eighth straight quarter. Brokerages had mixed views: Antique and Motilal Oswal retained Buy ratings, while Avendus maintained a Sell , citing margin concerns and rising debt levels.

Gold prices experienced a slight dip on Monday, driven by profit-taking after a significant surge in the previous session. This increase was fueled by weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs data, raising expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. A weaker dollar made gold more affordable, while Asian markets mirrored Wall Street s decline amid renewed U.S. economic concerns.

The dollar experienced volatility following a disappointing U.S. jobs report and President Trump s controversial actions, including the dismissal of a labor official. These events fueled speculation of imminent Federal Reserve rate cuts, impacting Treasury yields and currency valuations. While the dollar recovered slightly against the yen, markets anticipate a more dovish stance from the Fed in the coming months.

Oil prices fell on Monday. This happened after OPEC+ decided to increase production in September. The increase is 547,000 barrels per day. Concerns about a slowing U.S. economy also added pressure. Earlier, OPEC+ cited a healthy economy and low stockpiles for its decision. The U.S. may impose tariffs on Russian crude buyers.

Parth Electricals & Engineering has secured ₹13.8 crore from anchor investors, including Capri Global Capital, ahead of its ₹49.72 crore IPO opening on August 4. The IPO price is fixed at ₹160-170 per share, with proceeds earmarked for new manufacturing facilities in Gujarat and Odisha, debt repayment, and general corporate purposes.

The Indian rupee faces pressure due to U.S. tariff concerns and the upcoming RBI policy decision. Closing at 87.54 against the dollar, it s near its weakest since February, impacted by foreign outflows and tariffs. The dollar strengthened amid fading U.S. rate cut expectations. All eyes are on the RBI s policy decision, with most expecting steady rates despite falling inflation.

Japanese government bonds experienced a surge, causing benchmark yields to plummet due to escalating concerns about a potential global trade war s economic repercussions. This surge mirrored a decline in U.S. Treasury yields following weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs data, fueling speculation about a possible delay in interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan.