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Market Highlights: Nifty 50 Trades Lower, Large Caps Dip as Bajaj Finance Leads Declines | 07 Aug 2026, 02:00 PM IST
Nifty 50 trades at 24547.55, down 0.36%, as large-cap indices face pressure. Bajaj Finance plunges over 5%, impacting broader market sentiment.

Jefferies’ Wood Realigns India Portfolio: MCX & Lenskart In
Christopher Wood of Jefferies reshapes India portfolio, selling HDFC Bank & PB Fintech to invest in MCX & Lenskart. See new allocations.

Dhoot Transmission IPO: ₹3,066 Cr Issue Opens Aug 10
Dhoot Transmission launches ₹3,066.89 Cr Mainboard IPO Aug 10-12, 2026. Details on price band, dates, allocation, and financial highlights.

India DIIs Outperform FPIs in FY26 Equity Inflows
Record Rs 8.5 lakh crore DII equity inflows in FY26 significantly outpace FPI outflows, showcasing India’s market maturity and resilience.

ICICI Prudential Sells CONCOR Stake: Holdings Drop to 3.17%
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund divested 1.58 crore shares of CONCOR, reducing its stake from 5.24% to 3.17% between July 1 and August 5, 2026.

India’s HVDC Market to Hit ₹1.6 Lakh Cr: Citi Research
India’s HVDC gear market is projected to reach ₹1.6 lakh crore, fueled by clean energy goals and grid upgrades. Key players include Hitachi, GE, and Siemens.

JSW Energy Acquires MCCPL, Capacity Hits 14.8 GW
JSW Energy completes 100% acquisition of Maruti Clean Coal and Power (MCCPL), boosting its total operating capacity to 14.8 GW with a 300 MW thermal project.

Surana Tele & Power Profit Soars 206% in Q1 FY27
Surana Tele & Power reports a remarkable 206.07% net profit increase to Rs 83.22 million in Q1 FY27, despite a 34.52% drop in sales. Discover the financial highlights.

GK Energy Profit Soars 61.55% in June 2026 Quarter
GK Energy reports a remarkable 61.55% profit increase to Rs. 596.73 million in the June 2026 quarter, driven by a 71.10% rise in turnover.

Britannia Q1FY27 Profit Jumps 13.56% to Rs 591 Cr
Britannia Industries reports a strong Q1FY27 with consolidated net profit up 13.56% to Rs 591.35 crore and total income rising 8.17% to Rs 5,061.38 crore.

APM Industries Reports Rs 44.4M Profit in June 2026 Quarter
APM Industries achieves a significant turnaround, posting Rs 44.40 million in profit for the June 2026 quarter, driven by strong operational efficiency.

Indian Rupee Weakens Against US Dollar
The Indian Rupee depreciated by 3 paise against the US Dollar to 95.25, influenced by a strong USD and rising Brent crude prices. Market eyes US payrolls data.

India Rejects US Ethanol Imports: Domestic Policy Drives Fuel Blending
India confirms no commitment to US ethanol imports for fuel blending, emphasizing its domestic policy governs the Ethanol Blended with Petrol Programme.

August Currency Futures Rise, Rupee Weakens Amidst OI Surge
August currency futures strengthen with a 9.84% OI jump, while the partially convertible rupee weakens against the dollar to 95.23.

Varroc Engineering Hits 52-Week High on Strong Q1 FY27 Revenue Growth
Varroc Engineering’s stock surged 11% to a 52-week high after Q1 FY27 results revealed robust revenue growth, despite a dip in net profit. Learn more about their performance.

Indian Stocks Dip: Financials, Crude Oil Drive Morning Losses
Indian equity markets face morning losses, dragged down by weak financial stocks and rising crude oil prices. FII outflows add to market pressure.

Hero MotoCorp Profit Dips, TVS Expands in Kenya
Hero MotoCorp’s Q1FY27 profit declines 17% despite income surge. TVS Motor expands into Kenya with iQube launch. Market insights.

Steel Profitability to Hold Strong: Crisil Forecasts Rs 11,000/T Profit
Crisil Ratings predicts primary steelmakers will maintain Rs 10,500-11,000/T operating profit in FY27, driven by strong demand and steel prices despite rising input costs.

Top Gainers & Losers: Nifty Dips as IT and Auto Stocks Gain; Financials Weigh Heavily on Market | 07 Aug 2026, 12:00 PM IST
The Nifty 50 closes lower today, dragged by significant declines in the financial sector. Meanwhile, IT and auto stocks show resilience, emerging as the top performers.

LIC Q1FY27: Net Profit Soars 24% to ₹13,584 Crore
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) reports a strong Q1FY27 with consolidated net profit jumping 23.98% to Rs 13,584.25 crore, driven by a 6.69% rise in total income.

Infosys Stock Rises on 10-Year Crocs Deal
Infosys shares climbed 0.95% to Rs. 1176.25 after announcing a decade-long strategic partnership with footwear giant Crocs, Inc. to modernize IT systems.

Stock Picks: LIC, Trent, Hero MotoCorp & More – Brokerage Insights
Explore diverse brokerage stock recommendations for LIC, Trent, Hero MotoCorp, and others released August 7, 2026. Get insights on BUY/SELL calls and target prices.

Crompton Greaves Stock Dips 3% Despite Strong Q1 Profit
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. shares fell 3% despite strong Q1 profit and revenue growth. Learn more about the company’s performance and market reaction.

Hindalco Q1FY27: Investors Watch Margins Amidst Metal Price Swings
Hindalco Industries to report Q1FY27 results on Aug 7, 2026. Investors focus on aluminium & copper margins, metal price volatility, and demand outlook.

Kalyan Jewellers Shares Surge on Futures Buildup
Kalyan Jewellers shares jumped over 3% as August futures showed a fresh long buildup, indicating positive short-term sentiment. September contract saw short covering.

Lupin’s Q1 Profit Soars 16% Past Forecasts; Shares Rally
Lupin Pharmaceuticals reports a strong Q1 with net profit up 16% to Rs 1,415 crore, surpassing estimates. Revenue and EBITDA also see significant growth.

LEAP India & Technocraft Ventures IPOs Launch: GMP Projections
LEAP India and Technocraft Ventures IPOs opened August 7. LEAP India eyes 12.26% listing premium, Technocraft Ventures 7.55%, driven by strong GMP.

PFC Q1 FY27 Results: August 7; Profit & Loan Growth in Focus
Power Finance Corporation (PFC) to announce Q1 FY27 results on August 7. Investors keenly watch net profit, loan growth, and asset quality. Interim dividend also on agenda.

Claim Unclaimed SBI Dividends: Your Guide to Getting Your Money
Unpaid SBI dividends? Learn how to check and claim your money, whether it’s still with the bank or transferred to the IEPF. Your guide to retrieving forgotten funds.

Premier Energies Q1 Profit Soars 50%, Brokerages Boost Targets
Premier Energies’ Q1 profit surged 50% YoY. Jefferies raises target to Rs 1,205, citing strong execution and robust demand. JPMorgan maintains ‘Overweight’.