Market Trading Guide: Balrampur Chini, OneSource among 5 stocks for gains up to 11% on Wednesday

Nexus Select Trust Q4 net operating income up 11% at Rs 440 crore

Nexus Select Trust reported strong quarterly growth driven by rising tenant sales, stable occupancy, and higher retail income across key consumption categories. The retail REIT expanded its portfolio through acquisitions and development deals while maintaining healthy payouts and guiding continued distribution growth for FY27.

Kalpataru FY26 pre-sales up 17% to Rs 5,280 cr; Q4 net profit at Rs 194 cr

Kalpataru delivered its strongest operational performance with record pre-sales, collections, and profit growth driven by strong demand across Mumbai projects. Improved sale realisations, robust project completions, and debt reduction strengthened the developer’s financial position despite accounting-related revenue recognition timing differences.

Berger Paints Q4 profit jumps 27% to Rs 335 crore on strong demand and margins

Berger Paints reported a strong 27% rise in quarterly profit driven by higher volumes, improved product mix, and robust gross margins. Revenue and EBITDA also grew, though the company flagged risks from crude volatility, currency depreciation, and geopolitical disruptions impacting costs and inflation.

Sebi proposes doubling position limits in agri commodity derivatives, plans cap on penalties

SEBI ​said the proposal does not mark a ⁠policy shift away from physical settlement, with cash ​settlement intended only as an interim measure.The ​thresholds would be based on average daily traded volume and/or open interest, or a two-year cap from launch.

Vodafone Idea board to weigh fundraise through equity after AGR relief

Vodafone Idea board will consider raising funds via equity shares and warrants as sentiment improves after AGR relief and regulatory clarity. The stock has rallied sharply in recent months on reduced dues, leadership changes and stake-related developments. Brokerages turn more positive, citing improved visibility for fundraising and network expansion plans.

Quote of the Day | John Rogers: "The ability to outperform in financial markets requires creativity, vision and the ability to see what others cannot.”

Veteran investor John Rogers emphasised that outperforming in financial markets demands creativity, vision, and the ability to perceive what others miss. Success hinges on independent thinking, connecting trends, and challenging narratives, rather than following the crowd.

Dixon Technologies Q4 Results: Cons PAT falls 36% YoY as topline grows 2%; Rs 10/share dividend announced

Dixon Technologies reported a 36% YoY drop in Q4 consolidated PAT to Rs 256 crore despite a 2% rise in revenue to Rs 10,511 crore. EBITDA improved 9%, while the board recommended a Rs 10 per share dividend. The stock fell over 6% after the earnings announcement.

Unique Picks: 6 stocks held by only one MF scheme in April, falling up to 40% in CY26

An analysis of mutual fund portfolios revealed 29 stocks held exclusively by single schemes, with most underperforming in CY26. However, Satin Creditcare Network, Rossell Techsys, and Amanta Healthcare bucked the trend, delivering strong returns. Brooks Laboratories and EFC (I) were among those experiencing significant declines.

Commodity Radar: Supply crunch, AI-led demand fuel copper’s record rally. Do current levels offer favourable risk-reward?

Copper prices surged to record highs globally, with MCX copper rising 1.3% amid supply disruptions and strong demand from electrification and AI-linked sectors. Analysts cite tightening supply chains and geopolitical tensions as key drivers. Despite a recent pullback, technicals and fundamentals suggest continued bullish momentum with dip-buying opportunities.