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Losing money in Nifty? 8 beaten-down largecap stocks see promoters increase stake in 2026

Promoters raised stakes in eight Nifty largecaps despite stock declines in 2026, with Jio Financial, Bharti Airtel and Reliance among the companies seeing higher holdings. The moves suggest continued promoter confidence amid a challenging phase for largecap equities.

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Stocks in news: Bharti Airtel, Happiest Minds Technologies, PVR INOX, Milky Mist Dairy and Mankind Pharma

Indian equity markets ended lower on August 31, responding to prevailing global economic dynamics. A modest decline in the Nifty50 index brought it below essential moving averages. Key corporate updates emerged, including major merger announcements and buyback initiatives from Happiest Minds Technologies and PVR INOX. Milky Mist Dairy showed remarkable…

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7 of top 10 firms shed Rs 1.13 lakh cr in m-cap; Airtel, Reliance worst hit

Last week observed a notable decline in market valuations, with seven out of the ten top firms witnessing a reduction of Rs 1.13 lakh crore. The greatest impact was felt by Bharti Airtel and Reliance Industries, linked to concerns over global interest rates and geopolitical instability. Nonetheless, there was robust…

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Airtel leads July mobile subscriber additions with 26.9 lakh users, Jio adds 24.5 lakh

Bharti Airtel led mobile subscriber additions in July, adding 26.88 lakh users. Reliance Jio followed, adding 24.46 lakh users during the same period. Vodafone Idea and BSNL also saw subscriber base increases. India's overall wireless subscriber base grew to 128.79 crore in July. The broadband subscriber base also experienced a…

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Sensex falls 183 points, Nifty closes below 24,250 as market erases all morning gains. What lies ahead?

The Indian stock markets experienced a shift, dropping from earlier gains with both Sensex and Nifty closing lower. Key decliners included Infosys, Bharti Airtel, and L&T. Meanwhile, Kotak Mahindra Bank's shares surged over three percent, contrasting with the mixed performance of broader markets, where small caps thrived while mid caps…

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Q1 earnings show resilience, but downside risks still loom. HSBC explains why

Indian companies delivered better-than-expected Q1FY27 earnings, with around 70% of firms meeting or beating HSBC’s estimates. Mid- and small-cap companies led growth, while financials drove earnings upgrades. However, HSBC flagged risks of downgrades in coming quarters as elevated commodity prices persist and the benefits of GST cuts and inventory gains…

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Mcap of four of top-10 most valued firms erodes Rs 87,960 cr; Airtel takes biggest hit

The mcap of Reliance Industries surged Rs 8,119.53 crore to Rs 17,78,175.59 crore and that of Larsen & Toubro climbed Rs 3,487.83 crore to Rs 5,62,460.94 crore.

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Strong Q1 results spark stock-picking rush: 50 top ideas for investors to buy

The impressive earnings reported in the first quarter have led brokerages to unveil fresh stock-picking avenues. Investors are encouraged to seek out firms showcasing strong earnings and solid financial fundamentals. A collective effort from various brokerages has resulted in the identification of fifty prime stock options, covering diverse industries such…

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Airtel prepaid recharge plans changed: Check new options as several plans discontinued, Rs 299 pack removed

Airtel has revised its prepaid recharge portfolio, discontinuing several plans including the popular Rs 299 pack. Users seeking 1.5GB daily data for 28 days will now have to opt for the Rs 349 recharge, while the Rs 859 plan has been repriced to Rs 899. Several other 1.5GB/day and 2GB/day…

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Airtel prepaid plan tweaks: Brokerages estimate per-user revenue lifts ranging from Rs 4 to Rs 12

Bharti Airtel has withdrawn select prepaid plans, prompting customer upgrades. This move is expected to increase average revenue per user by Rs 4 to Rs 12. Brokerages view this as targeted plan rationalization for premiumization. Subscribers of the Rs 299 plan may now opt for pricier alternatives. The telco aims…

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Mcap of five of top-10 most valued firms erodes by Rs 1 lakh cr; TCS takes biggest hit

Last week witnessed a drastic shift in the market, with five leading Indian firms losing a collective Rs 1 lakh crore in valuation. Tata Consultancy Services faced the brunt, seeing its market cap plummet the most. In contrast, five other companies thrived, experiencing notable valuation gains. Despite this volatility, Reliance…

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Will Bharti Airtel’s ARPU increase after scrapping Rs 299, other popular prepaid plans? What JM Financial says

Bharti Airtel could see a 2% rise in ARPU after withdrawing four entry-level prepaid plans, including the popular Rs 299 pack, JM Financial said. Subscribers will now need to opt for the Rs 349 plan, a roughly 16% price hike, while Rs 199 and Rs 219 plans remain unchanged.

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Airtel withdraws four prepaid plans, Rs 299 users face 16% price hike

Bharti Airtel has removed four prepaid plans, impacting subscribers of the Rs 299 pack. These subscribers now face a higher cost for similar services. The company aims to increase its average revenue per user through this strategy. This move may signal a wider industry trend towards increased telecom tariffs. Airtel's…

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Mcap of four of top-10 most valued firms jumps Rs 1.43 lakh cr; State Bank biggest winner

In a notable surge, four leading Indian corporations experienced an impressive rise in market valuations, totaling Rs 1.43 lakh crore. The State Bank of India led the charge, boosting its valuation by Rs 63,922 crore. Other notable gainers included Reliance Industries, TCS, and Larsen & Toubro, while LIC, Bajaj Finance,…

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Airtel sees room to raise tariffs on low-priced unlimited data plans

Bharti Airtel sees potential for tariff increases on unlimited data plans. The company reported a significant profit increase driven by strong operations. Investments in Africa will continue to step up, boosting its contribution. Airtel is also expanding its data center capacity in Mumbai. The telecom firm aims for a sensible…

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Bharti Airtel shares jump 4% after Q1 results. Here’s what Jefferies, CLSA, others are saying

Bharti Airtel shares rose 4% after the telecom major reported a 37% year-on-year jump in June-quarter net profit and an 18% increase in revenue. Brokerages remained bullish, with target prices implying up to 21% upside, driven by strong subscriber additions, higher ARPU and robust cash flows.

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Why is market rising today? Sensex jumps over 400 pts, Nifty above 24,600. 8 factors behind D-St rebound

The Indian stock market saw a rebound on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty 50 trading higher. Easing oil prices and strong foreign institutional investor buying boosted investor sentiment significantly. Bharti Airtel and IndiGo shares led the gains, while Titan experienced a slight decline. Broader markets also performed well, with midcap…

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Inside LIC’s Rs 16 lakh crore portfolio: Its biggest stock buys and sells in June quarter

Life Insurance Corporation bought shares worth over Rs 16,000 crore in June. Bharti Airtel and Maruti Suzuki saw the largest buying from the insurer. LIC also sold shares worth over Rs 13,000 crore during this period. Its overall market share declined to an all-time low despite net buying. Financial services…

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Stocks in news: BSE, PB Fintech, Nykaa, Airtel, and LIC

Markets experienced profit-taking after Monday's rally, with indices closing lower. Investors await the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy announcement on Wednesday. BSE reported a significant profit increase for the June quarter, driven by revenue growth. Bharti Airtel and Nykaa also announced strong quarterly earnings, showing substantial profit jumps. The…

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Bharti Airtel Q1 Results: Net profit surges 37% YoY to Rs 8,167 crore; ARPU rises to Rs 264

Bharti Airtel Q1 Results: Telecom major Bharti Airtel on Tuesday reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 8,167 crore for the April-June quarter of FY27, a more than 37% year-on-year increase from the Rs 5,948 crore net profit reported in the same period last year.

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Nifty Q1 earnings grow 11% to beat estimate, says Motilal Oswal; picks Bharti Airtel, SBI, ICICI Bank among top bets

Nifty companies have posted a stronger-than-expected start to Q1 earnings, with profits of 39 reporting constituents rising 11% YoY, beating Motilal Oswal’s 7% estimate. Reliance Industries, JSW Steel, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance and Axis Bank drove 59% of incremental earnings growth, while InterGlobe Aviation, ITC, Dr Reddy’s, Cipla and Maruti…

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Mcap of nine of top-10 most valued firms jumps Rs 2.51 lakh cr; Bajaj Finance biggest winner

In a surprising turn of events, nine out of the top ten firms reported a significant boost in market valuation. Leading the charge was Bajaj Finance, which added an impressive Rs 80,000 crore to its overall worth. Following closely were Bharti Airtel and TCS, both witnessing notable rises in their…

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Q1 earnings this week: SBI, Trent, Nykaa among 573 companies set to announce June quarter results

This week, 573 companies will announce their June quarter results, featuring prominent firms. Bharti Airtel and Nykaa are among those reporting earnings on Tuesday. Trent and Hero MotoCorp will release their quarterly figures on Thursday. State Bank of India and Titan Company are scheduled for Friday announcements. The earnings cycle…

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Telecom subscriber base rises to 134.8 crore in June; Airtel leads growth: TRAI data

India's telecom subscriber base reached 134.8 crore in June, showing marginal growth. Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio led subscriber additions, contributing significantly to the increase. Wireless connections rose to 130 crore, with consumer SIMs forming the largest segment. Wireline connections saw a monthly decline, mainly due to BSNL's losses. Broadband…

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Mcap of nine of top-10 most valued firms erodes by Rs 2.74 lakh cr; HDFC Bank takes biggest hit

Last week was tough for the Indian equity markets, with nine out of ten leading companies witnessing a decline in market value. HDFC Bank took the hardest blow, suffering a staggering loss exceeding one lakh crore rupees. Reliance Industries also saw a significant decrease in market capitalization. In contrast, Hindustan…

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