Nomura initiated coverage on Sterlite Technologies with a Buy rating and Rs 1,350 target, implying 48.5% upside. The brokerage expects strong optical fibre demand, data-centre growth and planned capacity expansion to drive STL’s revenue and margins. Shares have already surged sharply, gaining 430% in six months and 880% year-to-date.
Three Nifty 500 stocks closed more than 1.5% above their VWAPs on October 5, signaling stronger price performance relative to volume-weighted average levels, according to StockEdge technical scan data.
Gold prices demonstrated stability amidst a stronger dollar, which countered the positive effects of moderating Federal Reserve rate hike anticipations. The price for spot gold remained steady at $4,141.81 per ounce, while US gold futures experienced a slight increase, reaching $4,169.10. The ongoing rise in interest rates raises the opportunity cost associated with gold, making it less appealing for investors.
In the second quarter, most banks experienced higher credit growth compared to deposit growth. HDFC Bank and Bank of India were notable exceptions, demonstrating higher deposit growth rates. RBL Bank led the growth charts in both assets and liabilities, although it started from a lower base. Union Bank of India had the largest disparity between credit and deposit expansion rates among the banks.
Brent crude futures gained 20 cents to $100.54 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose 12 cents, or 0.13%, to $89.50 a barrel. Oil was little changed after Monday’s decline as traders continued to assess a modest reduction in supply-side concerns.
The SRIT India IPO is a Rs 218.40-crore book-built issue, comprising an entirely fresh issue was of 1.68 crore shares. There is no offer-for-sale (OFS) component. The SRIT India IPO was subscribed 125.16 times overall. The retail portion was subscribed 63.70 times, while the QIB (Ex Anchor) and NII portions were subscribed 91.84 times and 312.99 times, respectively.
Jane Street Group LLC is currently appealing against the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s allegations of market manipulation. The company has previously been cleared of wrongdoing by regulatory reviews, which raises questions about the ongoing investigation. Jane Street is seeking further information about the origins and conduct of the SEC investigation into its trading activities.
The stock of HFCL is soaring, attributed to remarkable achievements in optical fibre cables and defence electronics sectors. With a new revenue growth projection of 40% for FY27, the company shows promising potential. Expansion into global markets is expected to amplify revenue figures by year-end, supported by a robust order book ensuring long-term revenue clarity.
The Nasdaq Composite has hit an all-time high, driven by impressive performances from tech giants Nvidia and Microsoft. In contrast, oil prices have dipped, attributed to rising crude exports from the Middle East and backing from the Group of Seven nations. Analysts forecast a notable year-over-year increase in S&P 500 earnings, buoyed by strength in the technology sector.
On Monday, the S&P 500 gained ground and the Nasdaq Composite hit a historic high, propelled by heavyweight stocks. The technology sector led this upward trend, thanks to impressive performance from Nvidia, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and Tesla. However, the Dow Jones Industrial Average faced a slight setback amid elevated Treasury yields. Strong expectations for corporate earnings are buoying U.S. equities, even as inflation and geopolitical uncertainties persist.
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