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Why stock market rose today? Sensex jumps 500 points, Nifty settles above 24,350. 5 key factors explained
Updated at : 2026-04-17 16:25:02

Indian stock markets saw significant gains on Friday. The Sensex and Nifty closed the week over 2% higher. This recovery follows a March selloff. Bulls are gaining momentum amid hopes for a quicker end to the Iran-US conflict. The market capitalization of BSE-listed companies increased substantially, adding over Rs 53 lakh crore this week.

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Bajaj Consumer Care shares soar 16% after Q4 net profit doubles to Rs 63 crore
Updated at : 2026-04-17 16:20:02

Bajaj Consumer Care shares surged significantly on Friday. The company reported a substantial increase in its net profit, more than doubling compared to the previous year. Revenue from operations also saw a healthy jump. This strong financial performance drove the rally in its stock price. The company also presented robust full-year results, indicating positive growth trends.

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Bitcoin holds near $74,600, Ethereum steady above $2,300 amid volatility; technicals signal strength
Updated at : 2026-04-17 14:20:02

Bitcoin trades near $75,000 while Ethereum remains steady above the $2,300 mark amid the market volatility.

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Rupee touches one-week high on report of RBI plan to ease oil refiners' dollar bids
Updated at : 2026-04-17 12:50:02

The rupee hit a one-week high as expectations of RBI measures to curb oil refiners’ dollar demand boosted sentiment and eased pressure on the currency.

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Suzlon Energy jumps 4%, extends five-day rally to nearly 18%. Should you buy?
Updated at : 2026-04-17 12:45:02

Suzlon Energy shares extended gains, rising nearly 18% over five sessions, supported by strong momentum and improving investor interest. JM Financial remains bullish with a Buy rating, despite execution concerns. Elevated RSI indicates overbought conditions, while rising institutional holdings and expected commissioning recovery may support the stock’s near-term outlook.

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Gujarat Gas rises 7% after Nomura upgrade. Is the Iran war a buying opportunity?
Updated at : 2026-04-17 12:40:02

Gujarat Gas shares saw a significant jump after a major brokerage upgraded the stock. The US-Iran conflict is creating supply chain disruptions, impacting fuel availability. This situation presents opportunities for Gujarat Gas, especially in the Morbi region. The company is poised for potential volume growth and improved margins. Investors are watching closely as the market reacts to these developments.

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Groww vs Angel One: After up to 35% rally in a month, which stockbroker's shares should you buy now?
Updated at : 2026-04-17 12:35:02

Shares of Groww and Angel One have surged 28–35% in a month, delivering strong gains to shareholders despite recent market volatility, with analysts seeing better risk-reward in one of them. Groww’s parent has risen over 31% in 2026 so far, while Angel One is up 24%.

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ETMarkets AIF Talk| 3M framework helps us identify sustainable compounders: Rajesh Kothari
Updated at : 2026-04-17 12:30:02

Amid market volatility, Rajesh Kothari advocates a disciplined stock-picking approach using his 3M framework—Market Size, Market Share, and Margin of Safety—to identify high-quality companies with strong long-term compounding potential.

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RVNL shares jump 6% on railway order worth Rs 967 crore. Check details
Updated at : 2026-04-17 12:25:01

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited shares climbed more than six percent on Friday. The company emerged as the lowest bidder for a significant domestic railway order valued at nearly Rs 968 crore. This EPC order from East Coast Railway involves constructing key bridges on the Bhadrak-Vizianagaram section. The project is slated for execution over three years.

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ICICI Bank Q4 preview: PAT to grow up to 6% YoY, NII seen rising up to 8%. 8 things to watch
Updated at : 2026-04-17 12:20:02

ICICI Bank is expected to post a steady Q4FY26 performance, with brokerages projecting 2–6% YoY PAT growth and a 4–8% rise in NII. While loan growth and asset quality remain healthy, margins may face mild pressure. Key monitorables include NIM trajectory, deposit trends, credit costs, and provisioning.

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