On September 20, foreign institutional investors (FII) offloaded shares worth Rs 3,110.69 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DII) sold shares worth Rs 573.02 crore.

The US dollar surged to a six-month high, hitting 105.43, fueled by enduring inflation concerns within the United States.

The eagerly awaited August consumer price index (CPI) data indicated progress in the Federal Reserve's battle against inflation.

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Raymond, one of India's largest integrated worsted suiting manufacturers, provides comprehensive solutions for fabric and garmenting.

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The domestic equity markets have rallied for the third straight week. In the process, Nifty has erased five weeks of losses in just three weeks, which is just 60 per cent of the time (near Fibonacci number 61.8 per cent).

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The Indian frontline indices have been on an unbroken winning streak, achieving their lengthiest sprint of consecutive gains since 2007 and boasting an impressive run of 11 straight sessions with notable gains.

Indian retail investors have undergone significant transformation in recent years, marked by a structural shift. When combining both institutional and individual domestic investors, they now hold a larger share of stakes in comparison to foreign institutional investors.

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While the period following the pandemic turned challenging for the pharmaceutical and information technology sectors, events in recent times have shaped out to be tailwinds for both these sectors and the mutual funds that invest in such sectoral themes.

The broader market sentiment reflects a slight negative bias, as approximately 1445 stocks are advancing compared to 2039 stocks that are declining. This mix of performance indicates a relatively cautious sentiment prevailing in the broader market.

During intraday trading, the shares soared more than 36 per cent, reaching an intraday high of Rs 288.70 per share on the BSE.

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SJVN, a leading CPSU under the Ministry of Power, plans to install over 10,000 MW of renewable energy capacity in three years while progressing towards its shared vision of becoming a company of 25,000 MW by 2030 and 50,000 MW by 2040.

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The journey of India's Nifty 50, the flagship equity index, has indeed been an extraordinary one.

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The company has a market cap of over Rs 2,900 crore with a 3-year stock price CAGR of 55 per cent. According to the quarterly results and annual results, the company reported excellent numbers.

The Board has delegated powers to the officers/KMPs of the Company to evaluate the consolidation in consultation with advisors, who may be appointed in due course.

According to the quarterly results, the net sales increased by 12 per cent to Rs 41.89 crore, and operating profit increased by 336 per cent to Rs 3.91 crore and the net profit increased by 120 per cent to Rs1.03 crore in Q1FY24 over Q1FY23.

According to the quarterly results, the net sales increased by 340 per cent to Rs 2.56 crore the net profit increased by 500 per cent to Rs 0.18 crore in Q1FY24 over Q4FY23. The net sales increased by 165 per cent to Rs 30.53 crore and net profit increased by 166 per cent to Rs 0.41 crore in FY23 over FY22.

According to the financials, this PSU company has a market cap of over Rs 19,000 crore. The company reported positive numbers in its quarterly results and annual results. The company is almost debt-free and has been maintaining a healthy dividend payout of 43.8 per cent.

The net sales increased by 6 per cent to Rs 15.65 crore and the net profit increased by 137 per cent to Rs 1.09 crore in H2FY23 compared to H2FY22. The net sales increased by 28 per cent to Rs 31.19 crore and the net profit increased by 1040 per cent to Rs 1.14 crore in FY23 compared to FY22.

It achieved the distinction of becoming the first company to make its stock market debut within just two days of the issue closing.

These orders encompassed various segments such as railways, business parks, educational institutions, and residential complexes. With the strong execution of the existing order book and the robust momentum in the construction and infrastructure sector, the company anticipates continued growth. The significant influx of projects serves as evidence for this positive outlook

This achievement represents a significant milestone for the company, reaffirming their unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality construction services while contributing to the growth and advancement of the construction sector in the region.

Talking about the financials, the company is a small-cap company with a market cap of Rs 1,380 crore with a 3-year stock price CAGR of 82 per cent.

The company has a high level of promoter ownership, with the promoters holding 75 per cent of the shares. The public owns the remaining 25 per cent of the shares.

This accomplishment aligns with the company's vision to deliver exceptional and cutting-edge EPC solutions on the international stage.

In summary, the company is doing well and is expecting significant revenue growth this year. It has a strong order book and has already received payment for new export orders. The company has also borrowed money to secure inventory and support its expansion plans.

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The company has a market cap of Rs 174.44 crore. According to the annual results, the net sales increased by 45.43 per cent to Rs 27.3 crore, operating profit increased by 176.5 per cent to Rs 6.09 crore and net profit increased by 271.6 per cent to Rs 2.75 crore in FY23 compared to FY22.

The company reported positive numbers in its quarterly results and annual results. In FY23, the company ex-traded bonus shares in the ratio of 2:1 and stock split from a face value of Rs 10 to a face value of Rs 1.

On the sectoral front, the indices were trading mixed with the BSE Utilities Index being one of the top gainers while the BSE Commodities Index being one of the top losers.

On September 18, foreign institutional investors (FII) offloaded shares worth Rs 1,236.51 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DII) purchased shares worth Rs 552.55 crore.

The company provides a high-end ecosystem of drone solutions for multi-sensor drone surveys, data processing of drone data using robust high-configuration workstations, drone pilot training and specialised GIS training. 

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Furthermore, according to the quarterly results, the company reported net sales of Rs 14.08 crore. The operating profit skyrocketed by 792.50 per cent to Rs 0.36 crore and net profit skyrocketed by 1,034.48 per cent to Rs 0.33 crore in Q1FY24 compared to Q1FY23.

This approval, for its Enoxaparin product in pre-filled syringes, comes from the largest pharmaceutical market in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This market is projected to grow to USD 13.1 billion by 2031, with a 10-year CAGR of 5.4 per cent.

Shares of the company have gained more than 30 per cent in the last six months.

According to the financials, the company has a market cap of Rs 92 crore. As of August 2023, the promoters of the company own a 74.99 per cent stake while the rest of the stake is owned by the public (25.01 per cent).

Overall, the broader market sentiment appears to be on the negative side, with around 738 stocks advancing compared to 1255 stocks declining, pointing to a prevalent bearish sentiment in the broader market.

According to the quarterly results, the net sales decreased by 6.79 per cent to Rs 1,702 crore, operating profit increased by 33.33 per cent to Rs 132 crore and net profit increased by 9.30 per cent to Rs 47 crore in Q1FY24 compared to Q1FY23. In FY23, the net sales increased by 64.69 per cent to Rs 6,927 crore and net profit increased by 47.74 per cent to Rs 164 crore compared to FY22.

Talking about the financials, Kajaria Ceramics has a market cap of over Rs 21,000 crore with a 3-year stock price CAGR of 39 per cent. According to the quarterly results and annual results, the company reported positive numbers. The company has been maintaining a healthy dividend payout of 46.6 per cent.

The stock’s 52-week high is Rs 5.16 and its 52-week low is Rs 1.96. The shares of the company have a PE of 11.9x whereas the industry PE is 24x and an ROE of 28 per cent.

Earlier, the company announced its stellar quarterly results wherein net sales increased by 44.58 per cent to Rs 187.68 crore and net profit increased by 60.26 per cent to Rs 2.90 crore in Q1FY24 compared to Q1FY23.

Shares of the company have gained more than 70 per cent in the last one year.

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Shares of this company have gained more than 43 per cent in the last six months.

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Shares of the company gained more than 350 per cent in the last three years.

Shares of the company have gained more than 160 per cent in the last six months.

On September 15, foreign institutional investors (FII) bought shares worth Rs 164.42 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DII) purchased shares worth Rs 1,938.57 crore.

The Stock saw a spurt in volume by more than 1.78 times.

Within the market segments, the Nifty Midcap segment showed a small retreat of 0.17 per cent, whereas the Nifty Smallcap managed to secure a marginal gain of 0.06 per cent.

Shares of the company have gained more than 60 per cent in the last six months.

Among their notable victories last quarter, they secured contracts worth Rs 411.51 crore from a leading telecom giant and an additional Rs 80.90 crore from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited. These wins are just the tip of the iceberg, as company continues to garner domestic and international orders, cementing their position as an industry leader.

Shares of the company gained about 20 per cent in the last six months.

The stock currently trades at a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 14.5x, coupled with a robust return on equity (ROE) of 26.2 per cent. This combination of strong financial indicators and recent contract wins positions

Little did anyone anticipate the surprising turn of events on August 10, 2023, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi, amidst a spirited debate on a no-confidence motion, playfully suggested that stock market enthusiasts should explore the world of PSUs. Fast forward, and the PSU stocks embarked on a captivating journey akin to a fairy tale.

Ace investor Vijay Kedia has increased his stake in the company from 1.29 per cent to 1.68 per cent share of the company.

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Shares of this company have gained more than 250 per cent in the last six months.

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As if that weren't enough, in the quarter that ended in June 2023, the company reported an operating profit of Rs 0.03 crore, a remarkable turnaround from the loss of Rs 0.83 crore in the previous quarter, which ended in March 2023.

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Shares of the company gained more than 40 per cent in the last six months.

The stock has gained more than 290 per cent in the last six months.

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Shares of the company grew by more than 38 per cent in the last six months.

Shares of the company have gained more than 120 per cent in the last six months.

Shares of the company have gained more than 150 per cent in the last six months.

About 1,869 shares have advanced, 1,778 have declined and 139 were unchanged on BSE

On September 14, foreign institutional investors (FII) bought shares worth Rs 294.69 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DII) sold shares worth Rs 50.80 crore.

IPO Rating: Avoid

Shares of the company gained more than 150 per cent in the last six months.

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Looking at market breadth, approximately 1817 stocks are on the rise, outnumbering the 908 stocks in decline, indicating an overall positive sentiment prevailing in the broader market.