At a time when the market observers had started to believe that Indian markets can survive an onslaught of foreign portfolio investments (FPIs) owing to steady inflows from domestic investors, the recent violent correction highlights how dependant Indian equity markets are on FPI investment flow. Yogesh Supekar and Anthony Fernandes highlight why and how FPIs are crucial for the Indian equity markets.

The panic created by the virus pandemic has taken a heavy toll on most sectors but pharmaceutical companies seem to have withstood the carnage with some stocks even delivering healthy returns during this period. Join the DSIJ Team to know how the sector has been affected and what lies in store.

The market opened in the red on May 7, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going up by 0.75 percent to end at 31,685 and the Nifty was up 0.7 percent to close at 9,270.

The market opened in the red on May 7, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going up by 0.75 percent to end at 31,685 and the Nifty was up 0.7 percent to close at 9,270.

The markets are up by more than 25 per cent from the lows posted in March 2020. This movement has indeed come as a surprise to market participants not just for the fact that the markets have bounced back but for the speed of recovery. However, in such a situation, investors lose focus and ignore the basics of how the markets function. As Geyatee Deshpande explains, it is the high beta stocks that have the capacity to recover faster

The market opened in the red on May 7, 2020, overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 2.92 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 14,76,310.45 crore.

With the Indian chemical industry considered an important component of the Indian economy since it accounts for approximately 2 per cent of the country's GDP and 15 per cent of India's manufacturing GDP, Deepak Nitrite, with its successful portfolio of chemicals, finds itself soundly established in this sector

The statement from the company further added that its lab facility is fully-equipped; having advanced instruments used in various routine as well as specialised investigations.

The market opened in the red on May 7, 2020, overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 2.92 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 14,76,310.45 crore.

A fortnightly view on Nifty 50 and two investment ideas on the basis of intensive technical analysis in a 15-day horizon.

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. 

This section gives a recommendation of a stock having stock price below Rs 100 with sound fundamentals and expected to give handsome returns over a one-year time horizon.

This column gives you scrip chosen by the research team during the fortnight that is fundamentally strong and expected to give good capital appreciation over a time period of 1 year.

The big dampener, however, is the rising feud between the US and China that has brought back uncertainty and volatility in the markets. 

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Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Limited announced that USFDA has given an approval to ELYXYB (celecoxib oral solution 25 mg/ml). The company is working to commercialise this product through partners.

Majority of the sales were generated in the last few days of April after the exemption of the sale of agricultural machinery was announced by Union Government on April 20.

The level of Wednesday’s session low of 9,116.50 is likely to act as an immediate support level. On the upside, the range of 9,350-9,450 is likely to act as a stiff resistance. Stocks in news: Dr Reddy’s Laboratories, HDFC, Maruti Suzuki, Aster DM Healthcare.

On Thursday, Indian markets are set for a negative start as SGX Nifty indicates a gap-down opening. At the time of writing, SGX Nifty was down by 101 point at 9,154 level. The main cause of concern in India is that the total number of Coronavirus cases has crossed 50,000 mark and the death toll is reported to be around 1,785.

In a latest development, Wipro Limited announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Government of Maharashtra for converting one of its branches to a 450-bed COVID-19 hospital.

PNB Housing Finance Limited (PNBHFL) announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, in an initiative to support critical research and development (R&D) of a unique prototype material to be used in manufacturing sustainable personal protective equipment (PPE) surgical gowns and masks, which would then be supplied to notable government hospitals.

The shares of NIIT Technologies were trading deep in green on Wednesday and surged as much as 19 per cent after the IT company announced its Q4 results after market hours on Tuesday.

Volatility continues to remain in the stock markets as Sensex finally closes in green after witnessing a selling in the initial trading session. The index increased by 0.74 per cent or 232.24 points to be at the level of 31,685.75 while, Nifty rose by 0.71 per cent or 65.30 points to reach the level of 9,270.90.

TTK Prestige today announced that the manufacturing facilities at Hosur (Tamil Nadu), Roorkee (Uttarakhand) and Karjan (Gujarat) have started day-shift operations within the conditions, as applicable to each location.

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has put in place a comprehensive standard operating procedure (SoP) for its dealerships across the country. The process ensures hygiene and sanitisation across all its showrooms for the safety of its customers and employees. After the implementation of these SoPs and based on the approvals from state governments, Maruti Suzuki dealerships have started to open and deliver cars to waiting customers.

There is a misconception among many investors that investing in bonds or debt funds carries no risk. Although they have a lower risk compared to stock, they have their own set of risk to deal with.

Dr Reddy's Laboratories informed the bourses today that its subsidiaries have launched Desmopressin Acetate injection USP, 4 mcg/ml single-dose Ampules, a therapeutic equivalent generic version of DDAVP

Bharat Dynamics Limited has bagged an order amounting to Rs 293.33 crore (excluding GST) for the supply of MRSAM missile sections for Indian Air Force deliverables. The order has to be executed in the next 24 months.

The extension of the moratorium on loans will be a bad idea for both, the borrowers as well as the bank.

Aleor Dermaceuticals Ltd, the 60:40 joint venture between Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd and Orbicular Pharmaceutical Technologies Pvt Ltd, has received an establishment inspection report (EIR) from United States Food & Drug Administration (USFDA).

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The market opened in the green on May 6, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going down by 0.83 percent to end at 31,453.51 and the Nifty was down 0.95 percent to close at 9,205.60.

The market opened in the green on May 6, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going down by 0.83 percent to end at 31,453.51 and the Nifty was down 0.95 percent to close at 9,205.60.

The market opened in the green on May 6, 2020, overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 1.93 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 10,08,239.80 crore.

The market opened in the green on May 6, 2020, overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 1.93 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 10,08,239.80 crore.

The company’s operations were interrupted at certain manufacturing facilities and depots, as a result of which, goods amounting to Rs 16.04 crore could not be dispatched to the domestic market. Further, international consignments were also interrupted due to the absence of transportation facilities in the last week of March 2020, which has resulted in the lower shipment of Rs 53.18 crore.

Going ahead, low of Tuesday’s session is going to be an important level to watch as a move below 9,190 level, would open gates for more downside towards 20-DMA, which is placed at 9,082 levels. On the upside, resistance is seen around 9,370-9,430 levels. Stocks in news: Wipro, Shilpa Medicare, Punjab & Sind Bank, Reliance Industries.

SGX Nifty is indicating a mild positive start for Indian markets but that may be hard to sustain as the markets are vulnerable at higher levels. The triggers for Indian markets are likely to be more focussed on domestic stories as nearly six corporates are likely to report their earnings today which include Yes Bank.

The stock of Archies Limited, India’s market leader in the social expression industry, gained more than two per cent after the company announced that it has been reaffirmed long-term rating by ICRA.

Taking cues from global indices, Sensex zoomed up during today’s morning trade, however, settled at the level of 31,453.51 by the end of the day, which is a drop by 261.84 points or 0.83 per cent than its previous close. Subsequently, Nifty fell by 0.95 per cent, which is 87.90 points to the level of 9,205.60.

The rating committee of ICRA, after due consideration, has reaffirmed the long-term rating for the captioned line of credit (LOC) of Philips Carbon Black limted at [ICRA] AA-.  The outlook on the long-term rating is revised from positive to stable.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organisation, announced today the launch of TCS WaferWise, a cloud-based wafer anomaly detection solution to help chip makers digitally reimagine their product quality assurance process

PAT jumped by 50 per cent on YoY basis to Rs 60.06 crore as against Rs 40.04 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. This jump was supported by the exceptional item amounting to Rs 66.53 crore for the current quarter, representing provision for impairment in the value of certain plants and equipment, glass bottles & plastic shells.

The market opened in the green on May 5, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going down by 5.9 percent to end at 31,715 and the Nifty was down 5.7 percent to close at 9,293.

The market opened in the green on May 5, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going down by 5.9 percent to end at 31,715 and the Nifty was down 5.7 percent to close at 9,293.

The market opened in the green on May 5, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going down by 5.9 percent to end at 31,715 and the Nifty was down 5.7 percent to close at 9,293.

The market opened in the green on May 5, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going down by 5.9 percent to end at 31,715 and the Nifty was down 5.7 percent to close at 9,293.

Lupin informed the bourses about the positive top-line results from its pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial to assess the efficacy and safety of single-dose Solosec (Secnidazole)

Indian multinational banking and financial services company, ICICI Bank Limited, announced that its board would consider the issue of fundraising via debt securities, this week.

Jindal Steel & Power Limited (JSPL) has reported its highest-ever exports of steel & related products during April 2020. It exported 2,48,000 MT of steel & related products, which is a growth of 109 per cent (MoM). Export contributes to 74 per cent of its total sales volume.

This step has been taken due to commercial and business viability considerations. The company has surrendered its 15 terminals, generating a total turnover of Rs 277.50 crore and net worth of Rs 64.84 crore.

An immediate support for Nifty is placed around 9,240-9,250 level followed by 20-DMA, which is placed at 9,050. On the upside, an immediate resistance for Nifty is placed at 9,400 mark. Stocks in news: Lupin, ICICI Bank, Colgate-Palmolive, Nath Bio-Genes (India), Container Corporation of India.

After a landslide fall in the previous trading session, the market is all set for a rebound on Tuesday, largely led by firm global cues. However, we believe that at higher levels, profit booking could emerge as ICRA has projected 20 per cent GDP contraction in June quarter and two per cent contraction in FY21 overall.

Recently, the news about Facebook’s investment in Reliance Jio was well-received by the general public. Following it, Reliance Industries has now announced about rights issue as well of Silver Lake’s investment in Jio.

Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited has been picked up by our Bollinger Band Squeeze scanner, which suggests that the stock is near a consolidation breakout.

On Monday, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) stated that it had floated an expression of interest, inviting companies from around the world to partner with the public sector power equipment major as well as to set up their manufacturing facilities in the country, in-line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Make in India initiative.  

The shares of Alembic Pharmaceuticals were trading in green on Monday, defying the market mood after US drug regulator classified the company's Panelav facility as voluntary action indicated (VAI).

Last week, Sensex wrapped-up the month of April 2020 on a positive note as the index gained by 19.29 per cent during the month. Post this hype up, on Monday, the domestic benchmark indices witnessed a chaotic session as Sensex sunk by 5.94 per cent, which is 2,002.27 points to reach the level of 31,715.35 while, Nifty dipped by 5.74 per cent which is 566.40 points to 9,293.50 level.

Aurobindo Pharma Limited announced that it has received a final approval from US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) to manufacture and market Flucytosine capsules, 250 mg and 500 mg.

Wire & cables manufacturer, Polycab India Limited, announced during the weekend that it has signed an agreement with Trafigura Pte Ltd (Singapore) for acquiring the remaining 50 per cent stake in Ryker Base Pvt Ltd. 

One of the most important parts of life is our spouse and when they are not around us it impacts us not just emotionally but also financially. In this article we would discuss how widows should plan their retirement.

The market opened in the red on May 4, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going up by 3.05 percent to end at 33,717.62 and the Nifty was up 3.21 percent to close at 9,859.90.

The market opened in the red on May 4, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going up by 3.05 percent to end at 33,717.62 and the Nifty was up 3.21 percent to close at 9,859.90.

The market opened in the red on May 4, 2020, overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 5.09 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 26,71,408.04 crore.

The market opened in the red on May 4, 2020, overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 5.09 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 26,71,408.04 crore.

Indian pharmaceutical company, Zydus Cadila, announced that it has received an approval to market Empagliflozin & Metformin Hydrochloride tablets.

The share purchase and shareholders’ agreement (SPSA) with regards to this deal was implemented amongst the company, CLP and ATL on July 3, 2019.

In the coming week, Nifty has strong support around the levels of 9,300-9,400 and on the upside, 9970-10,000 is a strong resistance. Stocks in news: Coal India, Tata Motors, Kalpataru Power Transmission, Laurus Labs, MOIL.

Welcome to the first trading session of the week as well as the first trading session for the month of May. Pessimism is seen greeting Dalal Street on the first trading session as there is a new risk to growth in the form of revival of the trade war as hinted by US.

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Air-conditioning & commercial refrigeration products maker, Blue Star Ltd, announced that the company is planning to raise Rs 300 crore through the issuance of non-convertible debentures to meet its capital expenditure as well as other expenses after the lockdown.

Indian hydropower generation company, NHPC Ltd, informed that it is planning to borrow Rs 2,000 crore by way of raising debt.

Cadila announced that the board of directors of the company at a meeting held on April 30, 2020, have signed an agreement for the sale of the shares that it holds of Windlas Healthcare Private Limited (WHPL).

After the rapid spread of Coronavirus, the gold prices were seen zooming as this safe-haven asset was preferred during the time when the economies globally were busy implementing lockdowns.

Crude oil prices have seen a jump lately, as number of signs indicated that US crude glut is increasing at a comparatively lower rate than what was expected earlier thereby, sending an emotion of relief globally.

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For the benchmark indices, the current week was full of gaining sessions as even today i.e. on April 30, Sensex rose by 997.46 points which is 3.05 per cent higher than its previous close to reach the level of 33,717.62 while, Nifty jumped by 306.55 points, which is 3.21 per cent to be at the level of 9,859.90.

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Nutanix, an enterprise cloud computing company, in association with Wipro Limited, announced the launch of Wipro’s digital database services (DDS) powered by Nutanix Era and Nutanix HCI software.

After the announcement of corporate tax cut in September last year, the markets have seen a gradual rise in monthly trading volumes. From 18.43 lakh shares, the average volume reached 24.6 lakh shares from September to February.

The stock of petroleum lubricating oil & grease manufacturing company, GP Petroleums Ltd (GPPL), jumped over seven per cent after the company announced that it has resumed operations at its 80,000 tonnes Vasai lubricant plant (Maharashtra).

The stock price has already seen a strong run-up in the recent times due to the buzz of the buyback, coupled with positive sentiments in the market. It has gained as much as 20 per cent within a span of just one week.

KEC International informed the bourses today that it has resumed operations/dispatches at all its five factories in India in a phased manner

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, a research-led integrated global pharmaceutical company, announced that it has received an approval from Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) to conduct clinical trials on Favipiravir Antiviral tablets on COVID-19 patients.

ISO-13485 standard is an international certification that discusses about quality management systems (QMS), which have application in one or more stages of life-cycle of medical devise manufactured by the company.

The market opened in the green on April 30, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going up by 1.89 percent to end at 32,720.16 and the Nifty was up 1.84 percent to close at 9,553.35.

The market opened in the green on April 30, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going up by 1.89 percent to end at 32,720.16 and the Nifty was up 1.84 percent to close at 9,553.35.

The market opened in the green on April 30, 2020. The previous trading session witnessed the Sensex going up by 1.89 percent to end at 32,720.16 and the Nifty was up 1.84 percent to close at 9,553.35.

On the other hand, broader indices have increased by nearly 20 per cent. Even the benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty gained in the same range.

The market opened in the green on April 30, 2020, overall volumes in futures & options currently stand at 2.28 crore contracts with a turnover of Rs. 11,78,714.39 crore.

EIR comprises of a detailed report from the regulatory investigator based on its visit to the specific facility.

Research and development (R&D) driven integrated pharmaceutical company, Kimia Biosciences Ltd, announced that it has bagged permission for manufacturing and marketing of Azelnidipine API.