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A Lithium startup is building a US battery plant that will skirt Trump's tariffs
Pure Lithium Corp. is developing a lithium metal battery, aiming to replace lithium-ion batteries with a completely domestically manufactured product.
Tata Motors shares slide 8% in 4 days; brokerages trim forecasts, flag margin risks — should you stay invested?
Tata Motors shares slipped 1.4% after brokerages flagged concerns over JLR’s FY26 guidance. Nomura, Nuvama, and others cut earnings estimates, citing weak China demand, US tariffs, and falling free cash flow. JLR expects cost savings of £1.4 billion and plans new EV launches to offset pressures. Long-term margin targets remain intact, but near-term outlook remains cautious amid global headwinds.
ETMarkets Smart Talk - Missed the 2025 Rally? Don’t chase—ease in with SIPs & structured debt: Puneet Sharma
Puneet Sharma of Whitespace Alpha advises caution for investors in 2025. He suggests a phased approach using SIPs and structured debt. Sharma highlights India's strong domestic demand and earnings cycle. He sees manufacturing exports and rate-sensitive sectors as attractive themes. Sharma notes the strength of domestic flows in Indian equities. He advises caution on commodities and some tech IPOs.
IT stocks drag Sensex 100 pts lower, Nifty below 25,100
Indian markets traded cautiously amid global uncertainty surrounding the U.S.-China trade situation. While some sectors like pharma and financials saw gains, IT stocks faced pressure due to trade truce concerns. Experts suggest the market may remain range-bound due to a lack of positive triggers and escalating geopolitical tensions, including rising crude oil prices and potential tariff actions.
Market Wrap: D-Street ends higher on US trade talk optimism; Sensex adds 123 pts, Nifty above 25,100
Indian benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty ended in the green on Wednesday, lifted by gains in IT and oil & gas stocks, as positive cues from Asian markets and progress in trade talks between the U.S. and key partners like India and China boosted investor sentiment.
Trump vs Musk: How a political feud threatens to send NASA into the ‘biggest crisis’ in its history
A public dispute between President Trump and Elon Musk has jeopardised US space leadership. Proposed budget cuts threaten NASA missions, especially climate science and planetary exploration, while prioritising lunar and Mars ambitions. Trump's threat to cancel SpaceX contracts risks ISS resupply and future crewed missions.
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Sensex jumps over 100 points, Nifty tops 25,100; auto stocks lead gainers
Stock Market Today: Indian benchmark equity indices saw a slight increase at the opening on Wednesday, mirroring positive trends in Asian markets. This optimism stems from encouraging developments in trade discussions between the US and key partners, including India and China. The Sensex and Nifty50 both experienced marginal gains, influenced by advancements in both international and bilateral trade negotiations.
Fire sale at Byju’s; Meesho’s pre-IPO move
Troubled edtech startup Byju’s is selling its US assets at steep losses, mandated by a US bankruptcy court. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Market Wrap: D-Street ends flat as banks offset global optimism; Sensex sheds 53 points, Nifty holds 25,100
The benchmark BSE Sensex closed marginally lower on Tuesday, while the broader NSE Nifty 50 ended unchanged, as profit booking in financial stocks outweighed optimism stemming from U.S.-China trade talks and policy support from the Reserve Bank of India.
Sensex off to a choppy start, Nifty tests 25,100; bank stocks top drags
Stock Market Today: Domestic benchmark indices showed a mixed trend in early trade on Tuesday. Weakness in banking and FMCG stocks was offset by buying interest in IT, metal, and auto sectors.
Buy, Sell or Hold: Morgan Stanley upgrades Grasim Industries; Nuvama retain reduce on Tata Motors
Brokerage houses offer mixed outlooks for frontline stocks: Morgan Stanley is bullish on Grasim, Antique Broking is positive on Godrej Properties, while Nuvama remains cautious on Tata Motors due to JLR headwinds.
Market Wrap: D-St ends higher as RBI easing, U.S. jobs data fuel rally; Sensex adds 256 pts, Nifty hits 8-month high
Indian benchmark indices ended Monday’s session in the green, with the banking index surging to a record high during the day, lifted by the Reserve Bank of India’s surprise policy easing, upbeat U.S. jobs data, and progress in U.S.-India trade talks.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and return potential of more than 25% in 1 year
The bulls remain in comeback mode. So, shed your fears and be bullish. But also be selective. At this point, give weightage to the Q4 earnings of a company. Because, as the bulls make a comeback, valuations too are inching higher. If there is growth, the valuations can be justified. Otherwise, it’s better to stay away. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Bank, auto stocks drive Sensex over 400 pts higher, Nifty tops 25,100
Stock Market Today: Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded higher for the fourth consecutive session, fueled by strong U.S. jobs data and progress in India-U.S. trade talks. The Reserve Bank of India's policy backing further boosted market sentiment. Positive global cues, particularly from Wall Street, also contributed to the optimistic start.
Did Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s bitter breakup start with a brawl in the Oval Office? Inside the explosive feud
While the feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk escalates, reports suggest that the US President might sell his red Tesla while the Tesla CEO has hinted at forming a new political party.
Sensex jumps 100 points, Nifty above 24,550 amid US-China trade talk optimism
Indian equity markets opened higher on Wednesday, buoyed by positive global cues and optimism surrounding potential U.S.-China trade progress. The Sensex and Nifty both saw gains in early trading, mirroring advances in Asian markets following overnight rallies on Wall Street. Investors are also monitoring developments in U.S.-China trade talks and awaiting potential meetings between leaders.
Market Wrap: D-Street breaks 3-day losing run amid RBI rate cut hopes; Sensex adds 261 pts, Nifty above 24,600
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, snapped a three-day losing streak to end higher on Wednesday, tracking gains in global markets and buoyed by investor optimism over a potential policy easing by the Reserve Bank of India in its upcoming meeting on Friday.
Trump tariffs stoke supply chain worries for US businesses, survey shows
A recent Gallagher survey reveals that a significant majority of U.S. business owners are worried about supply chain disruptions, largely due to President Trump's tariffs.
A new era of trade warfare has begun for the US and China
The U.S.-China trade conflict escalates into a supply chain battle, with both nations restricting critical technologies and minerals.
Sensex falls over 300 points, Nifty below 24,650 on global trade tensions; Adani Ports, L&T top drags
Sensex today: Indian markets opened lower due to global trade tension concerns, overshadowing optimism for a potential RBI rate cut. Sensex and Nifty experienced declines, with Adani Ports among the top losers following a report of a US investigation into Iranian LPG imports. Rate-sensitive sectors showed mixed performance ahead of the RBI's policy decision.
Gold price prediction: will gold surge further as Russia-Ukraine conflict intensifies and US-China trade war heats up, driving safe-haven demand ahead of key US jobs data?
Gold prices surge as rising global tensions drive investors toward safe-haven assets. With Russia-Ukraine conflict intensifying and the U.S.-China trade war heating up again, gold jumped over 2% to $3,353.69 an ounce. President Donald Trump's new tariffs and a weakening U.S. dollar added to the bullish momentum. As markets brace for key U.S. jobs data, analysts say gold remains a strong hedge against inflation. With geopolitical risks climbing and currencies shifting, this story breaks down exactly why gold is back in the spotlight—and what it could mean next. Here's what you need to know now about the gold price surge.
Market Wrap: D-Street ends flat as IT, metal losses offset GDP optimism; Sensex down 77 pts, Nifty below 24,800
Indian benchmark indices ended flat on Monday, as declines in information technology and metal stocks, driven by uncertainty over U.S. tariffs, offset optimism from stronger-than-expected domestic economic growth.
Sensex falls 700 points, Nifty below 24,600 on US-China trade tensions; RIL, bank stocks drag
Indian equity markets traded lower, influenced by global market cues and U.S.-China trade concerns, with the Sensex and Nifty50 declining. Despite a strong 7.4% GDP growth in the January-March quarter, negative cues from global markets weighed on investor sentiment. Experts suggest that domestic tailwinds and potential rate cuts could support the market.
For investors willing to play the long game: 6 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of more than 22%
Those following the market on a daily basis may have a sense that May was rather choppy, with the Nifty and Sensex yo-yoing one day to the next (and sometimes even intra-day). But the month actually saw the market extend its gains after the six-month-long correction sparked last October. That the bulls are perhaps back in action is evident from the fact that while the Nifty and Sensex were up around 2%, the broader indices did better. So, is it time for investors with a somewhat higher risk appetite to take a closer look at the mid-cap space? Perhaps, but with some caveats.
Make the bright spot brighter: India is Asia’s top investment bet, but jobs & reforms remain key hurdles
Amidst global economic uncertainty, India stands out as Asia's prime growth opportunity, fueled by recovering domestic demand, supportive policies, and rising services exports. While trade tensions linger, India's focus on global value chains and manufacturing, coupled with infrastructure investment, positions it for strong growth. However, comprehensive reforms are crucial to address job creation and maintain stability.
China’s deafening silence on arms sent to Pakistan comes amid desi roar of Indian firepower
India’s recent Operation Sindoor against Pakistan has put China’s military exports to Pakistan under a real combat test. Pakistan relies heavily on Chinese weapons, including J-10C jets and advanced missile systems, while India uses Western-supplied Rafale jets and indigenous weapons. The conflict highlights the shifting defence alliances in South Asia and raises questions about the effectiveness of Chinese arms in actual warfare. Official Chinese denials contrast with clear evidence of Beijing’s deep military ties with Islamabad. This clash signals a changing balance of power in the region.
AI vs Nukes: How China's new tech could shake up global arms control
Chinese researchers have achieved a groundbreaking feat by developing an AI system capable of distinguishing genuine nuclear warheads from decoys. This marks the world's first AI-driven verification tool for arms control, potentially enhancing China's position in international nuclear disarmament negotiations. The system addresses challenges related to sensitive data, military concerns, and skepticism towards traditional verification methods.
US defence chief looks to woo allies in Asian security forum debut
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth aims to convince Asian defence leaders at the Shangri-La Dialogue that the United States is a more reliable partner than China, despite concerns about the Trump administration's commitment to the region. Hegseth's speech will address U.S. defence policy in the Indo-Pacific and reassure allies after recent tensions and policy shifts.
After kill switches in solar panels, is China fitting data-collection technology on Pirelli tires, U.S. warns?
U.S. is cracking down on Chinese technology in the automotive industry, banning key software and hardware from Chinese-controlled companies in connected vehicles on U.S. roads.
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