Nifty extended its bullish momentum by closing at a fresh record high, supported by a strong technical structure and positive momentum indicators. Analysts highlight sustained buying interest, favourable derivatives signals and a continued uptrend across timeframes, suggesting a buy-on-dips strategy remains suitable in the near to medium term.
Waaree Energies shares dropped amid heavy selling, with volumes sharply above the recent average. The decline comes days after the stocks inclusion in the NSEs F&O segment from the January series, which appears to have triggered increased trading activity and volatility.
Despite geopolitical shifts, equity market fundamentals remain strong, with technology and AI continuing to attract investor interest. Matt Orton of Raymond James advises focusing on growth, earnings expansion, and margin improvement, highlighting cyclical sectors like financials, industrials, and defense as key opportunities globally.
Defence stocks witnessed a sharp uptick on Monday after the US launched a major military operation in Venezuela over the weekend, heightening geopolitical tensions. Investor interest rose across HAL, BEL, BDL, Solar Industries, and MTAR as markets priced in expectations of higher global defence spending.
IDBI Bank shares slipped despite a strong December-quarter update. The bank reported a 12% year-on-year rise in total business to Rs 5.46 lakh crore, supported by healthy growth in deposits and credit.
Bandhan Bank's shares surged following a positive business update, with loans and advances growing 10% year-on-year to Rs 1.45 lakh crore. While total deposits saw an 11.1% increase, a slight quarter-on-quarter dip and a declining CASA ratio were noted. Improved asset quality, with collection efficiency at 98.1%, provided investor comfort.
Cupid and TFCI saw divergent moves after both hit lower circuits on Friday. Cupid extended its slide despite management clarification, while TFCI rebounded on fresh buying, including Ekta Halwasiyas block deal. Cupid highlighted record Q3FY26 performance and a strong order book, whereas TFCI announced plans to co-sponsor two AIFs.
