An Airbus A320 carrying 162 people skidded off the runway at Saint Petersburg's Pulkovo Airport during an emergency landing due to a landing gear issue. Fortunately, all passengers and crew were uninjured. Flights at the airport were briefly suspended but have since resumed.
Midwest's Rs 451 crore IPO, which saw a massive subscription of 92.36 times, will finalize its allotment on Monday. Investors can check their status on Kfin Technologies or BSE websites. The company, a leading Black Galaxy Granite producer, is expected to list on October 24 with a potential listing price around Rs 1,160.
Indian companies are showing robust profit growth, with a double-digit year-on-year increase in net profit for the fourth consecutive quarter. While sectors like oil, gas, and retail are performing well, banking, finance, and IT are lagging. Analysts anticipate a multi-quarter earnings upcycle, boosted by economic stimuli and policy measures.
Indian stock markets will operate on October 20. A special Muhurat trading session is scheduled for October 21, marking the new Samvat year. The markets will be closed on October 22. Experts anticipate festive optimism and corporate earnings to influence market sentiment. Investors are advised to focus on quality stocks.
The government is upgrading its portal to quickly return unclaimed shares and dividends to investors. This new system will use artificial intelligence and data analytics. The aim is to settle claims in just 15 days. Investors will also be able to use a mobile app to track their claims. This initiative will streamline the process significantly.
Nifty closed higher for the third consecutive week, nearing its record high of 26,277. Analysts suggest banking, financials, and consumption-themed sectors like automobiles and FMCG are strong bets. Investors are advised to buy on dips, with cautious outlook for IT and media sectors.
China likes to condemn the United States for extending its arm too far outside of its borders to make demands on non-American companies. But when it sought to hit back at the U.S. interests this month, Beijing did exactly the same.
Retail investors saw a mixed year. Gold delivered strong returns, while the Nifty 50 offered modest gains. Geopolitical events and economic factors influenced these outcomes. Wealth management experts are now guiding investors on where to place 10 lakh in the next twelve months. This advice comes after a period of significant market fluctuations.
Indian stock markets delivered modest returns in Samvat 2081. The market faced volatility due to faltering earnings and foreign outflows. However, domestic buying showed resilience. Entering Samvat 2082, sentiment is expected to improve. Policy reforms and RBI liquidity infusion are anticipated. Earnings are projected to grow. A stock-specific strategy is advised for potential gains in banking, financials, and consumption sectors.
