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The world’s biggest asset manager said on Thursday that the value of its assets under management (AUM) increased by a record $698 billion.
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Domestic markets showed caution due to trade deal uncertainty, though renewed hopes emerged as negotiations restarted. Metals led gains on expectations of U.S. rate cuts and safe-haven demand. Globally, equities traded mixed as investors awaited key U.S. economic data and earnings reports.
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LTTS reported a 6% YoY profit decline in Q3 despite 10% revenue growth, strong deal wins above $200 million for fifth straight quarter, stable margins, and momentum in AI-led engineering, sustainability and recovering mobility businesses supported by large global contracts.
FY26 has exposed sharp divergences within the microcap space. While benchmarks remain resilient, several microcap stocks have seen steep value erosion, with select names crashing up to 64%, highlighting the risks of chasing returns in volatile segments.
Citibank bankers expect India’s equity capital markets to stay strong in 2026, driven by high valuations, active IPO pipelines and private equity exits. They also see the rupee recovering from its 2025 weakness as tariff uncertainty eases. Upcoming ECB guideline reforms could further boost overseas fundraising activity for Indian companies.
SEBI's new merchant banking regulations, effective January 3, 2026, aim to professionalize the sector but risk concentrating business among large entities. A growing economy requires a diverse pool of specialist merchant bankers to enable efficient capital allocation, not an oligopolistic market structure.
Total revenues increased 22 per cent to Rs 249 crore during the quarter.
Japan's Nikkei share average retreated from a record high as a stronger yen impacted exporters and technology stock momentum waned. The benchmark Nikkei 225 fell 0.4%, while the broader Topix achieved a new all-time closing high. This mirrored a Wall Street trend where tech shares dragged down markets, with currency movements adding headwinds for Japanese firms.
European markets extended their rally on Thursday, buoyed by encouraging economic data and robust corporate earnings. Strong results from TSMC propelled ASML to record highs, while Swedbank and Richemont also saw significant gains. Positive economic indicators from Britain and Sweden further bolstered investor confidence, suggesting a resilient regional economy.
ASML shares have reached a record high. The Dutch chipmaking equipment maker's market value has crossed $500 billion. This makes ASML Europe's most valuable company. The surge was driven by strong results from TSMC. This news has boosted semiconductor stocks across Europe. ASML shares saw a significant increase.
Systematix Research expects healthy YoY momentum in the Indian speciality chemicals sector in Q3FY26, driven by volume growth and capex commercialisation. While margins face pressure in some segments, the brokerage has updated ratings and targets for midcap stocks across chemicals and textiles, with upside potential of up to 53%.
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Reliance Industries is expected to report steady Q3 growth, driven by strong oil-to-chemicals margins and robust Jio performance, while retail and upstream oil & gas segments remain under pressure. Brokerages project mid-single digit revenue and profit growth, with digital and O2C earnings offsetting softer performance in other segments.
Metal stocks have gained up to 18% in 2026, lifting the Nifty Metal index to joint-best performer status. Rising silver prices, tight copper supply, policy support and capex momentum have driven gains in NALCO, Vedanta, Tata Steel and others.
Nomura retains a ‘Buy’ rating on Infosys with a target of Rs 1,810, despite a 2% YoY dip in Q3FY26 net profit. Revenue rose 9% YoY, large deals surged 94%, and the company raised FY26 growth guidance. Margins remain stable, with a strong focus on BFSI, EURS, and AI services.
Six stocks witnessed massive mutual fund buying with over 1 crore shares added in December 2025, triggering rallies of up to 20% and signalling strong institutional confidence.
Wipro is expected to post muted Q3 performance, with revenue rising about 4% YoY and margins remaining under pressure due to furloughs, deal ramp-up costs and acquisition integration. Brokerages see flat profit growth and limited sequential momentum, while Q4 guidance and large deal conversions will be key investor focus areas.
Indian stock markets experienced their worst start to a year in a decade, with nearly Rs 8 lakh crore in market capitalization wiped out. Foreign institutional investors have pulled out $2 billion amid anxieties over a delayed India-US tariff deal and the upcoming Union Budget. Analysts anticipate continued range-bound trading until policy clarity emerges.
YES Securities believes Indian equities are entering 2026 with a structural growth tailwind despite global uncertainty. The brokerage has identified five high-conviction Buy-rated stocks, citing strong balance sheets, improving business mix and sector-specific drivers, with potential upsides of up to 26% across auto components, financials and banking.
Stock Market Holiday: Indian stock exchanges observed a full trading holiday on Thursday, January 15, due to municipal elections in Maharashtra. Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath criticized the closure, citing global market connectivity and poor planning. The debate intensified with Samir Arora questioning the consistency of such arguments, especially in light of markets opening on a Sunday for Budget Day.
Earlier on Wednesday, the benchmarks extended losses amid U.S. tariff concerns, foreign outflows, a weaker rupee and firmer bond yields.
Emerging markets are set for a long growth period. A weak dollar and global growth continue to support this trend. New opportunities are emerging in commodities like gold and copper. Countries like Venezuela and Saudi Arabia are opening up for investment. The AI boom is also creating demand for resources found in emerging markets, offering diverse investment potential.
Thursday brings Q3 earnings for 27 companies. Investors will focus on HDFC Life Insurance, Angel One, and Jio Financial Services. Key metrics to watch include demand conditions, margins, and future outlook. Brokerages anticipate steady growth for HDFC Life, while Angel One may see a mixed quarter due to regulatory shifts.
Asia's benchmark share index is poised to dip from a record high following Wall Street's decline, driven by a rotation out of expensive technology stocks. Futures for Japan, Hong Kong, and China fell as the Nasdaq 100 dropped. Oil prices also decreased after President Trump indicated Iran would halt protester killings.
Indian Stock Market Holiday Today: Both exchanges issued revised circulars confirming the trading holiday. The BSE clarified that equity derivatives contracts originally scheduled to expire on January 15, were revised to expire a day earlier, on January 14.
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Indian metal producers are seeing record stock prices. Commodity prices are rising due to global uncertainty and industrial demand. Gold and silver have seen significant gains. Copper prices are also at record highs. Analysts have mixed views, with some advising caution on overbought stocks while others expect the rally to continue.
Elara Capital forecasts the Nifty index to reach 30,000 by March 2027. This projection suggests a potential 17% increase from current levels. The brokerage anticipates an earnings rebound will fuel this surge. Elara favors the consumption sector, particularly premiumization themes in discretionary spending, auto, jewelry, beauty, personal care, and hotels. NBFCs, private banks, and oil marketing companies are also preferred.
Housing finance companies face a challenging December quarter with slower growth and squeezed margins due to aggressive bank competition. While large firms grapple with lower rates, affordable housing lenders are expected to maintain profitability by keeping their lending rates steady. Analysts anticipate stable asset quality despite some localized stress.
Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers reported strong financial results for the December quarter. The company's net profit surged by 32.6% compared to the previous quarter and an impressive 71.8% year-on-year. Operating revenue also saw a healthy increase of 9.2% sequentially and 21.5% from the same period last year. These figures highlight robust growth for the brokerage firm.
Infosys secured significant large deals in the December quarter, exceeding revenue expectations. A one-time impact from labor code changes affected profits. The company also increased its FY26 revenue growth forecast. This follows positive results from peers like TCS and HCL Tech. Clients are adopting new AI technology platforms. Infosys saw its headcount rise and attrition rates fall.
The pace of rise in bank profitability is likely to bottom out this fiscal year, and gradually improve in FY27 as funding pressures ease and net interest margins (NIMs) stabilise, the agency said in its outlook on the financial sector for FY27.
