Car producers in China are facing the brunt of trade war tension between the two biggest economies of the world. Car sales in China slipped 2.8 per cent in 2018 due to a slowdown in the economy resulting in sluggish demand.

Mid-cap and small-cap stocks offer a better return than large-cap stocks in the long run. However, the selection is critical and hence leaving it for a professional such as mutual fund manager is a better choice.

TV18 Broadcast announced its results for the quarter ended December 31, 2018. On a consolidated quarterly basis, the company’s operating revenue surged 22 per cent YoY to Rs. 1,475 crore in Q3FY19 from Rs. 1,211 crore in Q3FY18. Operating EBITDA increased to Rs. 115 crore in Q3FY19 from Rs. 82 crore in Q3FY18, thereby rising 41 per cent YoY.

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOC) has launched international bonds for US$ 900 million carrying a coupon of 4.75 per cent. The notes will be settled by January 16, 2019.

The beginning of calendar year 2019 brought cheers to some stocks as they managed to post stellar return in the first fortnight of January 2019. On the other hand, the benchmark indices such as Nifty and Sensex delivered a negative return of around 1.6 per cent and 1.11 per cent, respectively.

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The shares of Larsen & Toubro were trading in green in the morning session as the company's wholly-owned subsidiary, L&T Hydrocarbon Consortium secured an EPCI order from Saudi Aramco.

Following stocks are close to their 52-week low as at 12.52 p.m. on January 15, 2019.

The markets on January 15, 2019 opened gap up. BSE Sensex is trading at 36,182.04, up by 328.48 points and the Nifty is trading at 10,842.80, up by 105.20 points. 

India’s retail inflation dipped to 2.19 per cent low in December 2018 from 2.33 per cent in the preceding month, this is near RBI’s lowest target for inflation.

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 83.53 lakh contracts with a turnover of Rs. 5,04,355.11 crore.

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 83.53 lakh contracts with a turnover of Rs. 5,04,355.11 crore.

On Monday stock has given breakout of eight sessions consolidation along with strong volume. Additionally, the stock formed a sizeable bullish candle on the breakout day, which adds strength to the breakout.

The level of 10,805 would be a crucial resistance level for the index as the 200-day moving average is placed around this level. Stocks in news: United Spirits, Jet Airways, Vakrangee, Punj Lloyd and Wendt (India).

The stocks that are likely to witness significant movement on the bourses on January 15 are Bharti Airtel, Vakrangee, Garnet International, Prakash Industries and BHEL. 

The scrips in this column have been recommended with a 15-day investment horizon in mind and carry high risk. Therefore, investors are advised to take into account their risk appetite before investing, as fundamentals may or may not back the recommendations.

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Construction company, B.L Kashyap and Sons bagged orders worth Rs. 652 crore. The stocks rallied almost 12.6 per cent intraday. 

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India top PSU company Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) informed to exchanges that, it has won an order for setting up SPV power plants in Telangana from Singareni Collieries Company Limited.

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, has opened bookings for the all-new version of WagonR.

Outstanding dues of state distribution companies (discom) to power companies surged nearly 25 per cent to Rs. 39,498 crore in the October 2018,  adding to woes of electricity generating firms. 

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Following stocks are close to their 52-week low as at 12.57 p.m. on January 14, 2019.

The markets on January 14, 2019 opened gap down. BSE Sensex is trading at 35,740.24, down by 269.60 points and the Nifty is trading at 10,701.80, down by 93.15 points. 

Tejas Networks Limited has announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Government of Kerala as its first telecom knowledge partner and is establishing a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for next-generation telecom technologies in the state.

The stock of Praj Industries was buzzing on Monday following the announcement that the company is installing a pilot plant for CBG technology. Praj Industries was up by 5 per cent in the morning session.

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 82.18 lakh contracts with a turnover of Rs. 5,03,549.10 crore.

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 82.18 lakh contracts with a turnover of Rs. 5,03,549.10 crore.

Bank Nifty is displaying a Rising Wedge kind of pattern in progression for the last six weeks.

In the coming session, the 100-day moving average, which is placed around the level of 10,856, is likely to act as an immediate resistance, followed by 10,900. On the downside, the level of 10,730 is likely to act as a support for the index and a breach of this support level would lead to re-testing of the swing low of 10,629.  Stocks in news: SPARC, KNR Construction, NTPC, Cadila Healthcare, Infosys and Adani Green Energy.

Indian markets are likely to make a cautious start mirroring the nervousness in the global markets. Market participants will also react to industrial output data which was released post market hours on Friday. The Industrial output growth plunged to a 17-month low of 0.5 per cent in November. Going ahead, investors will be eyeing WPI inflation data and CPI inflation data which are due to be released today. The trend on SGX Nifty indicates Nifty will open almost unchanged at 10,825. 

Grocery retailer Avenue Supermarts Limited reported 33 per cent growth in revenue for Q3FY19 but PAT growth was flat due to a reduction in gross margin. The company reported its Q3FY19 results on Saturday.

The bank provisioned Rs. 384.95 crore for its exposure to infrastructure development and finance sector, which was classified as a non-performing asset during the quarter.

The stocks most likely to witness significant movement on the bourses on January 14, 2019 are Karnataka Bank, Infosys, Indian Energy Exchange, Krebs Biochemicals & Industries and Sun Pharma.

Hexaware Technologies was picked by our Bollinger Band squeeze scanner which suggests that the stock is near a consolidation breakout.

The stock has witnessed a breakout of downward sloping trendline on the weekly time frame along with robust volumes.

The company's board has approved a buyback of its equity share at a max price of Rs. 800 apiece aggregating up to Rs. 8,260 crore. Notably, it has declared a special dividend of Rs. 4/- per equity share and fixed January 25, 2019 as the record date for this dividend and January 28, 2019 as payment date.

The company's board approved the transfer of the regulated markets injectable business to the company's wholly-owned subsidiary Caplin Steriles. The stock was up more than 13 per cent during the day.

Following stocks are close to their 52-week low as at 02.13 p.m. on January 11, 2019.

The markets on January 11, 2019 opened gap down. BSE Sensex is trading at 35,875.15, down by 231.35 points and the Nifty is trading at 10,758.15, down by 63.45 points. 

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Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 2.92 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 16,55,517.69 crore.

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 2.92 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 16,55,517.69 crore.

The stock of Eveready was surging in morning trade on the back of news that its promoter is looking to sell stakes. The stock was up by more 16 per cent in early trade on Friday, while Williamson Magor was stuck in upper circuit.

Going ahead, the 100-day moving average, which is currently placed at 10,862, is likely to act as an immediate resistance level, followed by 10,920. Stocks in news: Praj Industries, NBCC, Shakti pump, Reliance Industries, KNR Constructions, Lemon Tree Hotels and Container Corporation of India.

We expect a stable start for the Indian markets as cues from Asian peers are supportive. The trend on SGX Nifty indicate Nifty to open with an uptick of 0.25 per cent at 10,888. Some of the key names like Infosys and Karnataka Bank will announce their quarterly earnings today. Additionally, India’s industrial production data for November will be out today.

TCS, the country's largest IT firm, reported stable Q3FY19 numbers despite seasonally weak quarter. 

The stocks most likely to witness significant movement on the bourses on January 11, 2019 are Himachal Futuristic Communications, Indian Hume Pipe Company, Tera Software, TCS and Tata Motors.

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Recently, the world’s two biggest economies, the US and China, had a dialogue on trade war issue. There are some signs of modest progress in this meet and China has promised to buy significant amount of US exports, which consists of agriculture, energy and manufactured goods. 

The company was declared L1 bidder NHAI for a section of National Highway (NH-11) project worth Rs. 564.98 crore. 

The pharma major has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Yuhan Corporation for commercializing investigational SAR nasal spray Ryaltris in South Korea. Glenmark will manufacture the drug and receive upfront and milestone payments from Yuhan.

Following stocks are close to their 52-week low as at 02.10 p.m. on January 10, 2019.

The third quarter of FY19 will see revenue growth in lower double digits, however, the profit will increase in higher 20s on a yearly basis. 

The markets on January 10, 2019 opened gap down. BSE Sensex is trading at 36,128.17, down by 84.74 points and the Nifty is trading at 10,819.40, down by 35.75 points. 

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Heavy vehicle manufacturer, Ashok Leyland receives orders for 2,580 buses with delivery before March 2019. These large quantity orders are from three State Transport Units (STUs).

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 1.91 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 11,17,242.10 crore.

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 1.91 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 11,17,242.10 crore.

Structurally, Nifty has formed a triangle pattern and the high-low breakout points to watch out for are 10,900 and 10,730. Only a decisive move above or below these key levels would result in a trending move. Stocks in news: Ashok Leyland, Vakrangee, Majesco and Yes Bank.

Indian stocks are likely to open flat to slightly higher on Thursday as cues from Asian peers are not encouraging. The trend in SGX Nifty indicates a modest positive opening to the session and Nifty could open up by 28 points around 10,904 level. The stocks of TCS and Bandhan Bank will be in the limelight as they will announce their quarterly earnings today.  

The following stocks would be in focus during Thursday’s trading session in light of their results announcement: Bandhan Bank, Goa Carbon, TCS, Flexituff Ventures and Tayo Rolls.

Cochin Shipyard today informed the bourses that it has signed Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) with Kerala Coastal Police for the repairs and maintenance of 23 coastal interceptor boats. The AMC agreement is for 5 years.

The stocks most likely to witness significant movement on the bourses on January 10, 2019 are Bajaj Consumer Care, IndusInd Bank, AGC Networks, Cochin Shipyard and Yes Bank.

IndusInd Bank posts muted PAT growth of 5 per cent for the third quarter of FY19, on Wednesday. The bank increased its provision for IL&FS group loans in view of the company's defaults on interest payments to bondholders. 

The PAT for the quarter came in at Rs. 60.1 crore, yoy increase of 9 per cent. Notably, the company’s board of directors have declared an interim dividend of Rs. 14 per share on equity share of FV Re. 1/-. 

The year 2018 saw an overall AUM growth of 7.5 per cent. It increased from Rs. 21.2 lakh crore in December 2017 to Rs. 22.85 lakh crore for the month of December 2018.

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Following stocks are close to their 52-week low as at 12.53 p.m. on January 9, 2019.

The markets on January 09, 2019 opened gap up. BSE Sensex is trading at 36,128.83, up by 147.90 points and the Nifty is trading at 10,832.95, up by 30.80 points. 

The stock of Allcargo Logistics surged on Wednesday as the market was buzzing that the company's subsidiary has struck a mega warehouse lease deal with e-commerce player Flipkart and sports good retailer Decathlon.

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Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 1.24 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 7,28,441.52 crore.

Overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 1.24 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 7,28,441.52 crore.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting gave a New Year gift to print media companies by revising the advertisement rates for the sector. 

On the way up, the zone of 10,880-10,900 is a crucial resistance level and a move beyond this zone would result in breakout of triangle pattern on the upside.Stocks in news: EID Parry, NMDC, Kridhan Infra, Orient Bank of Commerce and Tata Steel.

Indian benchmark indices seem headed for a scintillating start, tracking gains in Asian markets and strong close on the Wall Street amid continued trade optimism. Trends on SGX Nifty indicate a strong start to the session and Nifty could open well over the 10,900 mark with gains of 0.78 per cent. The stocks of Indusind Bank, Delta Corp and Bajaj Corp will be in limelight as these companies will announce their quarterly earnings today.  

The stocks most likely to witness significant movement on the bourses on December 9, 2019 are Monsanto India and Bayer Cropscience, Bharat Dynamics, Hind Rectifiers, Vascon Engineers, and ICICI Bank, Punjab National Bank, IDBI Bank and Bank of Baroda.

Tata Elxsi reported its results for the quarter ended December 30, 2018 during market hours on Tuesday. The company's standalone revenue for the quarter came in at Rs. 407.01 crore as against Rs. 345.53 crore in the corresponding quarter last year, registering 17.8 per cent YoY increase.

Bharat Dynamics, a government of India company, has signed a contract worth almost Rs. 760 crore with the Indian Army for production and supply of anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM) and launchers, according to the company’s filing with bourses.

Hind Rectifiers Limited, a manufacturer of technically engineered products, informed the exchanges that it has bagged orders of Rs. 88.05 crore.

Sugar stocks were buzzing in Tuesday's trade as the price of sugar in the commodity market spiked up on the back of supply constraints, globally and with the government announcing loans for ethanol production facilities. Major sugar stocks were up 3 to 5 per cent. 

JSW Steel, part of JSW Group and a leading manufacturer of steel in India reported an increase in production activity for the third quarter of FY19, in line with this Care rating agency issued AA (stable) rating to the company.

Following stocks are close to their 52-week low as at 12.55 p.m. on January 8, 2019.

The markets on January 08, 2019 opened gap up. BSE Sensex is trading at 35,842.82, down by 7.34 points and the Nifty is trading at 10,766.40, down by 5.40 points. 

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The WTI crude oil extended its northward movement for the seventh consecutive day on Tuesday, after forming a base around US$ 42.40. On the way up, oil prices managed to close above its short-term moving average, i.e. 21-day exponential moving average.  

Technically, USD/INR bounced from its strong support zone of Rs 69.40-Rs 68.86 as it is the confluence of 50-weeks exponential moving average, opening-gap support created on August 16,  2018 (Rs 69.03- Rs 69.40) and 50 per cent of its recent upward move.

The stock of Vakrangee surges for the second consecutive day on Tuesday after the company released a survey report of its services by Grant Thornton. The stock was up 5 per cent in morning trade.