SENSEX   73,246.03

 -352.64

NIFTY   22,698.85

 -50.90

CRUDEOIL   9,646.00

+ 148.00

GOLD   143,899.00

 -239.00

SILVER   194,706.00

 -2,011.00

ensex Today, Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights: The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 352.64 points, or 0.48%, to settle at 73,246.03, recovering most of its sharp intraday losses. The 50-share NSE Nifty was down 50.90 points, or 0.22%, to end at 22,698.85.

Shares of Jio Platforms, the Reliance Industries-backed digital services company, made a blockbuster debut on Wednesday. The stock ended nearly 27% higher against the issue price of ₹1,119, becoming the second most valuable domestic firm after Reliance Industries by market capitalisation. Jio Platforms commanded a market valuation of ₹13 lakh crore.

From the 30 Sensex firms, Reliance Industries dropped 3.46%, Infosys 3.34%, Tech Mahindra 1.83%, Tata Consultancy Services 1.68%, Bharti Airtel 1.42% and Tata Steel 1.37%. Trent, State Bank of India, Axis Bank and InterGlobe Aviation were also the winners from the blue-chip pack.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, jumped 0.99% to $114.5 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought equities worth ₹4,240.39 crore on Tuesday, according to exchange data.

In the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.01 against the dollar, then lost ground to touch an intra-day low of 95.29 and finally settled for the day at 95.28 (provisional), registering a decline of 21 paise over its previous close.

• October 28, 2026 16:23

  Rupee falls 21 paise to close at 95.28 against US dollar

  

  Rupee falls 21 paise to close at 95.28 against US dollar

  The rupee opened at 95.01 against the dollar, then lost ground to touch an intra-day low of 95.29 and finally settled for the day at 95.28 (provisional), registering a decline of 21 paise over its previous close

• October 28, 2026 16:09

  SEBI reviews FPI compliance norms, plans consultation paper on global alignment

  

  SEBI to review FPI compliance norms and align rules with global standards

  SEBI will review foreign portfolio investor compliance norms and seek views on aligning Indian rules with global standards while retaining investor safeguards.

• October 28, 2026 16:05

  JSW Greentech gets JSW Cement order to supply 100 Ampstar trucks

  

  JSW Greentech gets JSW Cement order to supply 100 Ampstar trucks

  JSW Greentech wins a JSW Cement order for 100 AMPSTAR electric 55T 4x2 tractor trucks with battery-swapping BaaS and road-ready certification.

• October 28, 2026 16:05

  Adani Ports & SEZ Q2 FY27 profit up 16.5%

  

  Adani Ports & SEZ Q2 FY27 profit up 16.5%

  APSEZ posts 16.5% quarterly profit rise amid 24% revenue growth across ports, logistics, and marine segments; strong international expansion and higher guidance.

• October 28, 2026 15:58

  SEBI explores India-built AI model for securities market supervision

  

  SEBI explores domestic AI model for securities market supervision

  SEBI is implementing a global AI supervisory toolkit and exploring a domestic AI model while reviewing foreign investor compliance rules for global alignment.

• October 28, 2026 15:48

  Quarterly results

  TVS Credit registers growth of 31% in disbursement and 19% in PAT; reports PAT of Rs. 243 crores for Q2 FY2026-27

  TVS Credit Services Limited, part of TVS VENU and one of India’s leading NBFCs, announced its financial results today for the quarter and half-year ended 30 September 2026.

  The Company registered a 31% growth in disbursements in Q2 FY27 compared to Q2 FY26. TVS Credit reported a Total Income of Rs. 2,029 crores for Q2 FY27, a growth of 14% from Q2 FY26, and a Profit after Tax of Rs. 243 crores for Q2 FY27, a growth of 19% compared to the same period last year.

• October 28, 2026 15:46

  Equirus elevates Maulik Patel as Head of Equities; strengthens Institutional Equities leadership team

  Equirus Securities, the Institutional Equities arm of the Equirus Group, today announced key leadership elevations within its Institutional Equities business, with Maulik Patel elevated as Head of Equities, alongside the appointments of Harshit Patel as Co-Head of Research and Viral Desai as Co-Head of Sales.

• October 28, 2026 15:46

  Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company Limited (“KMAMC”/“Kotak Mutual Fund”) announced the launch of the Kotak Nifty Realty Index Fund, an open-ended scheme

  Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company Limited (“KMAMC”/“Kotak Mutual Fund”) announced the launch of the Kotak Nifty Realty Index Fund, an open-ended scheme that seeks to replicate and track the Nifty Realty Index, subject to tracking error. The New Fund Offer (NFO) opened on 26 October 2026 and closes on 9 November 2026.

  India’s real estate sector is benefiting from structural shifts including urbanisation, rising incomes, infrastructure development and increasing formalisation under frameworks such as the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA). The opportunity spans residential, commercial, retail, hospitality and industrial warehousing segments.

  The Kotak Nifty Realty Index Fund offers investors an opportunity to participate in India’s listed real estate sector through a passive investment strategy linked to the Nifty Realty Index. As on 30th Sep 2026, The index comprises 10 NSE-listed real estate stocks and is rebalanced semi-annually.

• October 28, 2026 15:46

  Global shares are mixed after US stock rally, and oil prices gain more than 1%

  

  Global shares are mixed after US stock rally, and oil prices gain more than 1%

  Oil prices rose more than 1% after an attack on a major Saudi Arabia refinery by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Tuesday renewed supply concerns.

• October 28, 2026 15:40

  Stock Market Closing Bell: Sensex settled 352.64 pts or 0.48% lower at 73,246.03, and Nifty 50 declined 50.90 pts or 0.22% to 22,698.85

• October 28, 2026 15:37

  Tata Projects wins GSFC order for phosphoric acid-sulphuric acid complex in Gujarat

  

  Tata Projects wins GSFC contract for acid complex in Gujarat

  Tata Projects has secured a GSFC contract to build an integrated acid complex at Sikka, Gujarat, featuring phosphoric and sulphuric acid plants.

• October 28, 2026 15:36

  Quarterly results

  Hyundai Motor India Q2 FY27 profit slumps 24% to ₹1,196 cr as rising costs bite

  

  Hyundai Motor India Q2 FY27 profit slumps 24% to ₹1,196 cr as rising costs bite

  Hyundai India posts a 24% quarterly profit drop amid rising material costs, despite higher revenue and resilient demand.

• October 28, 2026 15:36

  Jain Irrigation signs deal for up to 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits

  

  Jain Irrigation signs deal for 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits

  Jain Irrigation has signed a deal with Supercritical for up to 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits as demand rises and global supplies tighten.

• October 28, 2026 15:36

  Quarterly results

  City Union Bank Q2 net rises 26% to ₹416 crore

  

  City Union Bank Q2 net rises 26% to ₹416 crore

  City Union Bank posts 26% Q2 net rise to ₹416 crore, with 27% interest income growth to ₹2,092 crore and NPA at 0.48%.

• October 28, 2026 15:35

  Quarterly results

  Vedanta posts quarterly profit rise on surge in base metal prices

  

  Indian miner Vedanta posts quarterly profit rise on surge in base metal prices

  Vedanta posts a 9.11% quarterly profit rise as base metal prices, especially zinc and copper, lift revenue and margins.

• October 28, 2026 15:25

  India approves ₹10,000-crore shipping container manufacturing programme

  

  India approves ₹10,000-crore shipping container manufacturing programme

  India's Cabinet has approved a ₹10,000-crore shipping container manufacturing programme amid global conflicts disrupting maritime trade and container availability.

• October 28, 2026 15:22

  Quarterly results

  Stocks in Focus: JSW Energy

  JSW Energy reported standalone PAT of Rs 261.21 crore in Q2FY27 compared to Rs 190.17 crore in Q2FY26.

  Board approved raising long term funds up to Rs. 5,000 crore through issuance of NCDs.

  Shares were up 1% to Rs 475 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 15:20

  PVR INOX Q2 FY27 profit more than doubles to ₹263 cr on robust box office collections

  

  PVR INOX Q2 FY27 profit more than doubles to ₹263 cr on robust box office collections

  PVR INOX posts over double Q2 profit on strong box office, higher ticket sales, and expanding occupancy.

• October 28, 2026 15:19

  Indian stocks may rebound in November, but high crude prices pose a risk

  

  Indian stock market outlook: Nifty may rebound in November amid crude oil risks

  Indian stocks may rebound in November as the Nifty enters oversold territory, but high crude oil prices and global AI bets could limit gains.

• October 28, 2026 15:15

  HCLTech Launches AI-Powered Nano Global Capability Centers on AWS to Help Enterprises Scale AI Beyond the Pilot

• October 28, 2026 15:14

  KPIT Technologies net profit declines 28% to ₹120.61 crore in Q2

  

  KPIT Technologies net profit declines 28% to ₹120.61 crore in Q2

  On a quarterly basis the company reported nearly 3% growth in profit attributable to company owners and revenue grew 1% compared to previous quarter

• October 28, 2026 15:08

  Q2 results today: TVS Motor Company

  TVS Motor Company’s standalone PAT soared 52.4% to ₹1,377.15 crore in Q2FY27 against ₹903.64 crore in Q2FY26.

  Board approved acquisition of entire stake of Harita ARC; and entire stake of STPL Trading and Services Private Limited (“STPL”) for a sum of ₹530.08 crore.

  Shares traded 4% higher at ₹4,254.90 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 15:03

  Sensex traded 310.63 pts or 0.42% lower at 73,288.04 at 3 pm, and Nifty 50 dipped 38.05 pts or 0.17% to 22,711.70.

• October 28, 2026 14:55

  Q2 results today: Karnataka Bank

  The Karnataka Bank reported standalone net profit of ₹435.89 crore in Q2FY27 compared to ₹319.12 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares surged 3.5% to ₹310.60 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 14:45

  Q2 results today: Hyundai Motor India

  Hyundai Motor India reported 24% decline in standalone net profit of ₹1188.5 crore in Q2FY27 against ₹1570.2 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares flat at ₹1,874.50 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 14:43

  Piramal Pharma looks to a ‘significantly stronger’ second half of the year: Nandini Piramal

  

  Piramal Pharma looks to a ‘significantly stronger’ second half of the year: Nandini Piramal

  Piramal Pharma raises 19-20% growth guidance and targets a stronger H2 amid robust orders, market gains, and a stable outlook.

• October 28, 2026 14:35

  Q2 results today: PVR Inox

  PVR Inox standalone PAT jumped to ₹253.2 crore in Q2FY27 from ₹103.9 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares traded at ₹1,494 on the NSE, up 2%.

• October 28, 2026 14:31

  Amit Kalyani Takes Charge as Chairman of Kalyani Steels; To lead the Company into its Next Phase of Growth

• October 28, 2026 14:31

  India Real Estate PE Investment Declines 31% y-o-y in 9M CY 2026; Domestic PE investors contribute 85%: Knight Frank

  India Real Estate PE Investment Declines 31% y-o-y in 9M CY 2026; Domestic PE investors contribute 85%: Knight Frank

  • India’s real estate PE investment fell 31% y-o-y to $1.66 billion in 9M 2026

  • Deal count rose 29% from 24 to 31, indicating greater investor activity but smaller ticket sizes.

  • Residential PE investment declined 33% to $320 mn

  • Warehousing was the only asset class to record strong growth, with investment rising 66% y-o-y to $160 mn

  • Retail saw no PE investment in 9M 2026

  • Domestic investors contributed 85% in total; 94% in residential investment and 81% in office investment

  • Office remained the dominant asset class, attracting $1.18 bn or 71% of total PE investment.

  • Foreign investment dropped to $240 mn from $1.81 bn a year earlier

  • The average disclosed deal size fell 47% to $53 million

• October 28, 2026 14:28

  Vedanta reported standalone net loss of ₹170 crore in Q2FY27.

• October 28, 2026 14:20

  Steamhouse India signs agreement with Haryana to explore ₹500-cr industrial infrastructure investment

  

  Steamhouse India signs agreement with Haryana to explore ₹500-cr industrial infrastructure investment

  Steamhouse India signs MoU with Haryana to explore ₹500 crore community boiler-based industrial infrastructure for clustered plants pending feasibility and regulatory approvals.

• October 28, 2026 14:17

  Silver futures decline to ₹1.95 lakh/kg

  

  Silver futures decline to ₹1.95 lakh/kg

  Silver futures drop 0.72% to ₹1,95,301/kg as traders cut bets; global price slides 1% in NYC markets.

• October 28, 2026 14:16

  Adani Enterprises Q2 profit plunges 54% to ₹1,492 crore despite revenue growth

  

  Adani Enterprises Q2 profit plunges 54% to ₹1,492 crore despite revenue growth

  Adani Enterprises posts a 54% profit drop despite 75% revenue surge led by copper, with mixed gains across segments in Q2 FY27.

• October 28, 2026 14:05

  Morgan Stanley turns bullish on Paytm, raises target 35% to ₹1,950 on earnings upside

  

  Morgan Stanley turns bullish on Paytm, raises target 35% to ₹1,950 on earnings upside

  Morgan Stanley upgrades Paytm to overweight, raises target 35% to ₹1,950 on stronger earnings outlook and UPI-driven growth.

• October 28, 2026 13:57

  Adani Ports & SEZ Q2 FY27 profit up 16.5%

  

  Adani Ports & SEZ Q2 FY27 profit up 16.5%

  APSEZ posts 16.5% quarterly profit rise amid 24% revenue growth across ports, logistics, and marine segments; strong international expansion and higher guidance.

• October 28, 2026 13:56

  Jio’s IPO surge ends Tata’s reign as most valuable India group

  

  Jio’s IPO surge ends Tata’s reign as most valuable India group

  Jio’s current valuation at over ₹12.5 lakh crore pushes Reliance Group’s combined market value past ₹30 lakh crore, surpassing Tata Group’s ₹25 lakh crore valuation

• October 28, 2026 13:49

  Waaree bets on US solar boom, expands local sourcing on data-centre growth

  

  Waaree bets on US solar boom, expands local sourcing on data-centre growth

  Waaree expands US manufacturing and local sourcing to ride data-center-driven demand and import-rule changes.

• October 28, 2026 13:46

  Q2 Results: Adani Enterprises

  Adani Enterprises posted a standalone PAT of ₹1,224.45 crore in Q2FY27 compared to ₹890.34 crore loss in June 2026 quarter and ₹4,235.39 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares flat at ₹2,474.80 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 13:45

  HDFC Securities launches SKY Direct

  HDFC Securities has launched SKY Direct, a new bank-linked funding feature on HDFC SKY that enables HDFC Bank customers to fund their trading accounts instantly, while keeping their money in their bank account until settlement.

• October 28, 2026 13:31

  Q2 results today: Cholamandalam Investment

  Cholamandalam Investment’s standalone profit rose 41% to ₹1,630.07 crore in Q2FY27 compared to ₹1,155.31 crore in Q2FY26.

  Board approved fund raising through QIP not exceeding ₹5,000 crore.

  Shares up 2% to ₹1,494 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 13:26

  Gold futures decline to ₹1.43 lakh/10 gram on weak spot demand

  

  Gold futures decline to ₹1.43 lakh/10 gram on weak spot demand

  Gold futures slip to ₹1,43,492/10g amid weak spot demand, with global prices down 0.72% to $4,030.95/oz in New York.

• October 28, 2026 13:22

  Craftsman Automation Q2 results: Net profit more than doubles to ₹105.20 crore

  Craftsman Automation’s standalone net profit more than doubled to Rs 105.20 crore in Q2FY27 compared to Rs 47.22 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares traded at Rs 10,456 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 13:21

  KPIT Technologies Q2 results: Standalone PAT rises 9% YoY to ₹130.5 crore

  KPIT Technologies’ standalone PAT rose 9% to Rs 130.5 crore in Q2FY27 compared to Rs 119.33 crore in Q2FY26.

  Board approved the proposal to incorporate a wholly owned subsidiary in Vietnam; and Strike-off of Samit Solutions Limited (Samit UK), wholly owned step- down subsidiary of KPIT Technologies.

  The Company will issue LOC in favour of KPIT UK, to enhance the Factoring Facility limit from GBP 6 million to GBP 12 million from BNP Paribas Commercial Finance Limited.

  Shares rose 2% to Rs 543.45 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 13:18

  Arvind Q2 profit rises 44% to ₹148 cr, aided by gains in textiles & Advanced Materials divisions

  

  Arvind Q2 profit rises 44% to ₹148 cr, aided by gains in textiles & Advanced Materials divisions

  Profit was also boosted by a net exceptional gain during the quarter, following the reversal of an earlier impairment provision.

• October 28, 2026 13:11

  Mastek Expands Trichy Centre to Create Future-Ready Technology and Talent Hub

• October 28, 2026 13:11

  Cyient Semiconductors to showcase semiconductor portfolio at electronica 2026 in Munich

  Cyient Semiconductors will present its semiconductor portfolio at electronica 2026, taking place from 10 to 13 November in Munich, Germany, at Hall C6, Booth 510.

• October 28, 2026 13:02

  IT stocks, Reliance drag markets lower at midday; Pharma outperforms as Fed decision looms

  

  IT stocks, Reliance drag markets lower at midday; Pharma outperforms as Fed decision looms

  Nifty Pharma is the best-performing sectoral index of the session, while Nifty IT remains the worst

• October 28, 2026 12:58

  Fed Day: Gold holds $4000, Silver holds $52 support: Renisha Chainani, chief research officer at Augmont

  Price Movement – Gold is clinging to the $4000 floor as traders brace for this week’s Fed decision. Two forces are tugging in opposite directions. Oil above $110 keeps inflation and December rate-hike risk alive, while softer Treasury yields and steady physical buying lend support.

  Investment Demand – China’s appetite for gold shows no sign of fading. September imports rose 34% Y/Y to a three-month high of 144.9 metric tons, and YTD imports have jumped 67% Y/Y to 1,286 tons. Western investment demand has cooled, but Asian physical buying should cushion prices in the coming weeks. India is the one to watch, with Diwali likely to spark fresh buying.

  Macro-Economic Signals – All eyes are on the Fed’s policy decision, due at midnight today, and on Thursday’s Personal Consumption Expenditures data. That’s the gauge the central bank watches most closely against its 2% inflation target. The Fed is expected to hold rates at 4% today. The real worry is further out: CME FedWatch puts the odds of a December hike at 82%, and that’s the biggest headwind for gold.

  Technical Triggers

  · Short-term (10-15 days) - Gold has slipped below its key $4,000 (₹1,42,000) support, which leaves room for a further fall towards $3,950 (₹1,40,000). Silver has also broken its $54.5 (₹2,00,000) support and could ease towards the $50 (~₹1,80,000–1,85,000) zone.

  · Medium term (2-3 Months) – Both metals are trying to build a base, gold around $3,950–4,000 and silver around $50–55. These are strong support and accumulation zones. We expect prices to hold here and then rebound 10–15% over the coming weeks. For the uptrend to resume, gold needs to stay above $4,100 and silver above $58.

• October 28, 2026 12:50

  ABD crosses 10 million case mark in Q2 as margins narrow on supply chain hit

  Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited posted its highest-ever quarterly sales volumes of 10 million cases in the July-September quarter of FY27, driving revenue from operations up 15.8 per cent year-on-year to ₹1,152 crore. The stock fell 3.43 per cent to ₹669.40 on Wednesday, the day after the results were filed with exchanges. Read more

• October 28, 2026 12:46

  Adani Ports Q2 standalone net profit dips to ₹940.97 crore

  Adani Ports reported standalone net profit of Rs 940.97 crore in Q2FY27 compared to Rs 1,557.49 crore in June 2026 quarter and Rs 572.09 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares flat at Rs 1,753.50 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 12:44

  Indian gasoline demand to peak by 2035, says top refiner Indian Oil

  

  Indian gasoline demand to peak by 2035, says top refiner Indian Oil

  Indian Oil forecasts gasoline demand peaking by 2035 amid EV growth, with diesel and jet fuel rising due to industry and aviation expansion.

• October 28, 2026 12:40

  Jio Platforms listing: Stock debuts at 21% premium as investor demand remains strong

  Tarun Singh, Founder & MD, Highbrow Securities on Jio Listing:

  Jio Platforms made a strong stock market debut, listing at a premium of around 21% to its issue price. The solid listing reflects healthy demand and constructive market sentiment, with the IPO seeing robust overall subscription levels led by institutional participation. A pure fresh issue of this size clearing with conviction is a positive signal for the primary market, and the debut stayed orderly rather than euphoric.

  Sustained performance will now depend on how the stock holds once initial volumes settle. Investors may consider holding for the longer term given the company’s scale, cash generation and compounding profile. Fresh entries should be approached with attention to price stability, free-float liquidity and how the valuation sits against listed peers in the sessions ahead. Listing day is one data point. The real test is what follows.

• October 28, 2026 12:32

  Arvind Q2 results

  Arvind reported standalone net profit of Rs 108.27 crore in Q2FY27, up 11% from Rs 97.45 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares traded at Rs 517.55 on the NSE, up 3%.

• October 28, 2026 12:31

  Indo-National has invested Rs 25 lakh by way of subscription to equity shares of Medcuore Medical Solutions Ltd.

• October 28, 2026 12:30

  Waaree Energies flags US-linked export order cancellations

  Mumbai-based Waaree Energies Ltd has removed around 3 GW of export orders from its order book amid concerns that changes in US trade laws could make some contracts difficult to service, as the solar module maker’s overseas revenue fell by almost 52 percent during the second quarter of FY27.

  Abhishek Pareek, chief financial officer of Waaree Energies, clarified that the orders removed from the company’s books have not necessarily been cancelled by customers. Instead, the company has proactively taken them off its order book because of concerns about its ability to fulfil the contracts under the changed US trade regime. Read more

• October 28, 2026 12:18

  Godawari Power receives consent to raise steel melting capacity at Raipur plant

  Godawari Power: Received Consent to Operate from the Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board to increase Steel Melting Shop (SMS) capacity from 5.25 lakh to 5.75 lakh tonnes per annum at its Raipur plant.

• October 28, 2026 12:16

  Stylam Industries shares tank 10% as Q2 profit falls sequentially, board approves stock split

  Stylam Industries reported standalone PAT of Rs 42.33 crore in Q2FY27 compared to Rs 48.15 crore in June 2026 quarter and Rs 37.32 crore in Q2FY26.

  Board approved stock split od each share unto 5 equity shares.

  Shares tank 10% to Rs 2,885 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 12:16

  Route Mobile posts revenue growth but margin squeeze weighs on stock; shares fall 4%

  

  Route Mobile posts revenue growth but margin squeeze weighs on stock; shares fall 4%

  Route Mobile posts 7.4% revenue growth but margin squeeze weighs on stock; announces ₹4 interim dividend amid Q2 improvements and AI-driven acquisitions.

• October 28, 2026 12:13

  Gold slips on oil-fuelled inflation fears ahead of Fed meeting

  Gold prices ticked lower on Wednesday after the previous session’s climb of about 1 per cent, as ⁠higher oil prices stoked inflation fears while investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision later in the day for clues to the rate outlook.

  Spot ‌gold was down 0.7 per cent at $4,030.20 per ounce by 0602 GMT. US gold futures for December delivery ‌dropped 0.8 per cent to $4,043.0. Read more

• October 28, 2026 12:09

  Jio Platforms traded with 22% listing gains by 12 noon

  

  Jio Platforms Share Price Live: Mukesh Ambani's Jio set for trading debut after record IPO

  Jio Platforms IPO listing today, Jio Platforms share price live updates: Check share price, IPO, subscription status, IPO allotment, listing price and more | Mukesh Ambani’s telecoms and digital unit Jio Platforms is set to list in Mumbai on Wednesday, after its $3.2 ‌billion IPO. The issue, priced at ₹1,119 per share at the upper end of the price band, received 22.19 times overall subscription, with total demand across the public issue and anchor placement exceeding ₹7.4 lakh crore.  Analysts have advised investors to consider a long-term holding strategy, citing the company’s digital ecosystem, technology platform and growth opportunities in artificial intelligence, enterprise services and fixed broadband.  At the issue price, the company is valued at approximately ₹10.3 lakh crore. The company will use the proceeds from the fresh issue primarily to repay up to ₹27,500 crore of borrowings at Reliance Jio Infocomm. Stay tuned to businessline for more | Here’s our stock market live and Q2 live real-time updates

• October 28, 2026 12:06

  Markets at 12

  By 12 noon, Sensex traded 530.32 pts or 0.72% lower at 73,068.35. Nifty 50 was down by 116.55 pts or 0.51% to 22,633.20.

• October 28, 2026 12:03

  Info Edge (India)/ Naukri reported standalone PAT of ₹333.9 crore in Q2FY27

  Info Edge (India)/ Naukri reported standalone PAT of Rs 333.9 crore in Q2FY27, falling nearly 93% from Rs 4720.5 crore in Q2FY26.

  Declared interim dividend of Rs 3 per share.

  Shares traded at Rs 1,249 on the NSE, up 2.6%.

• October 28, 2026 11:59

  LT Foods H1 FY27 revenue rises 22%, North America drives growth; shares in red

  

  LT Foods H1 FY27 revenue rises 22%, North America drives growth; shares in red

  LT Foods H1 FY27 revenue up 22% driven by North America growth; shares down amid premiumisation and strategic expansion.

• October 28, 2026 11:58

  K.P.R. Mill’s net profit more than doubled to ₹334.25 crore in Q2FY27

  K.P.R. Mill’s net profit more than doubled to Rs 334.25 crore in Q2FY27 compared to Rs 132.39 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares traded at Rs 1,023 on the NSE

• October 28, 2026 11:57

  Cartrade Tech posts 12.7% increase in standalone net profit to ₹32.33 crore

  Cartrade Tech reported a 12.7% increase in standalone net profit to Rs 32.33 crore in Q2FY27, up from Rs 28.69 crore in Q2FY26.

  Shares traded 16.5% lower at Rs 2,355.80.

  

  Q2 Results 28th Oct Live: Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports, TVS Motor, Hyundai, Pidilite, Cholamandalam, Hero MotoCorp, Meesho, United Spirits, Vedanta, JSW Energy share to announce Q2 results, L&T, Bajaj Auto, Maruti, SBI Life, Piramal Pharma, UBL, PG Electro shares surge after Q2 results, LT Foods and Waaree decline

  Q2 Results Today, 28th October 2026 Live Updates: Find all the latest Q2 results 2026 updates of 20 Microns, Aarti Pharmalabs, ACME Solar Holdings, Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone, Adjia Technologies, Adroit Industries (India), Aeroflex Industries, Agi Greenpac, Anant Raj-$, Anka India, Apcotex Industries, Arkade Developers, Arvind, Atlas Cycles (Haryana), Bajaj Electricals-$, Bandhan Bank, Bhagwati Autocast, Bhageria Industries, Borosil Scientific, Birlasoft, CarTrade Tech, Chandra Prabhu International-$, Chandrima Mercantiles, Chemfab Alkalis, Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company, Chowgule Steamships, Creative Newtech, Control Print-$, Craftsman Automation, City Union Bank, Cybele Industries, Diamines & Chemicals-$, Dodla Dairy, Dalal Street Investments, eClerx Services, Elantas Beck India-$, Emkay Global Financial Services, Fabtech Technologies, Force Motors-$, Foseco Crucible (India), PNGS Gargi Fashion Jewellery, Gateway Distriparks, Guru Krupa Gems and Jewellery, Gujarat Lease Financing, GMR Airports, Gokul Agro Resources, Goodluck India, GRP, Gulf Oil Lubricants India, Hero MotoCorp, Hexaware Technologies, Hindustan Unilever, Hyundai Motor India, IIFL Capital Services, Infobeans Technologies, Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals, Jet Freight Logistics, JSW Energy, Kamdhenu, OnEMI Technology Solutions, Kotyark Industries, KPIT Technologies, K.P.R. Mill, Kaveri Seed Company, Kalyani Steels, Karnataka Bank, Kuantum Papers, Laser Diamonds, Manaksia Coated Metals & Industries, Martin Burn, MAS Financial Services, Meesho, M.K. Exim (India), Media Matrix Worldwide, Moschip Technologies, Info Edge (India), NRB Industrial Bearings, Nityas Gems and Jewellery, NK Industries, OBCL, OnMobile Global, Orbit Exports, Organic Recycling Systems, Pidilite Industries, PNB Housing Finance, PNC Infratech, Prudent Corporate Advisory Services, PVR Inox, Raymond Lifestyle, Refex Industries, Macfos, R R Kabel, R.S. Software (India), Sadhana Nitro Chem, South Asian Enterprises, Sagarsoft (India), Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India, Sasken Technologies, Satin Creditcare Network, SC Agrotech, Saptak Chem And Business, Shipping Corporation of India Land and Assets, Shalimar Paints-$, Shilchar Technologies, Sayaji Hotels (Indore), Sayaji Hotels (Pune), Shree Refrigerations, SK International Export, Smartlink Holdings, S. M. Gold, SMR Jewels, Snowman Logistics, Sonalis Consumer Products, Stanpacks India, Stylam Industries, Styrenix Performance Materials, Sudarshan Colorants India, Sudeep Pharma, Sundram Fasteners, Sunrise Industrial Traders, Super Sales India-$, TCI Finance, Tirupati Finlease, TNA Solutions, Forbes Precision Tools and Machine Parts, TruCap Finance, TVS Holdings, TVS Motor Company, United Spirits, United Polyfab Gujarat, Vaibhav Global, Vakrangee-$, Vedanta Aluminium Metal, Vedanta, Vertex Securities, Vishal Nirmiti, VST Industries, Welspun Investments and Commercials, Yasho Industries, Yuranus Infrastructure, Zenith Healthcare, Zenotech Laboratories, Zensar Technologies.

• October 28, 2026 11:46

  AutoMovers Group Plans to Expand Network to 200+ Outlets Over the Next 3-5 Years

  AutoMovers Group, a multi-brand automotive retail company, plans to expand its network to over 200 outlets in the next three to five years, strengthening its presence across passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and allied automotive services. The group is also planning a capex investment of ₹500 crore to support its next phase of growth, including dealership expansion, service infrastructure and new business opportunities across North and Central India.

  The expansion will build on the group’s existing network of more than 100 automotive and allied outlets. AutoMovers Group represents leading automotive brands, including Mahindra, Tata Motors, Kia, Skoda, Jeep, Citroën, Ashok Leyland and JSW. Alongside vehicle sales, its business includes pre-owned cars, automotive finance, insurance, servicing, body shops and accessories. The Group plans to strengthen its existing partnerships, expand its commercial vehicle network and explore opportunities in electric mobility as customer needs and the automotive market evolve.

• October 28, 2026 11:44

  US Midterms Could Trigger Volatility Across Gold, Dollar, Stocks and Crypto: Ross Maxwell, Chief Strategy Officer, VT Markets

  The US midterm elections on November 3, 2026, could significantly influence financial markets as investors assess their implications for fiscal policy, inflation and interest rates. Recent polling suggests Democrats are leading the generic congressional ballot by approximately 8–9 percentage points, while the Senate remains competitive. Markets are already considering the possibility of reduced Republican control, making an unexpected Republican sweep a potential trigger for sharper market repricing.

  Historically, US midterm election years have experienced median annualised stock-market volatility of nearly 16% since 1970, compared with approximately 13% during other years, according to Capital Group research. While this highlights the potential for heightened volatility, the direction of market movements will depend on the election outcome and broader economic conditions.

  A divided Congress, with Democrats potentially regaining the House while Republicans retain the Senate, remains the base case. This could limit major fiscal expansion and ease upward pressure on Treasury yields, potentially supporting gold and US equities while placing moderate pressure on the US dollar, provided yields stabilise or decline. Gold continues to draw support from central bank purchases and geopolitical uncertainty, although persistent inflation and elevated real yields could limit its recovery.

  US equities remain cautiously constructive under a divided Congress, provided Treasury yields stabilise and corporate earnings remain resilient. However, following substantial equity gains, elevated valuations leave the Nasdaq particularly vulnerable to rising yields, given its exposure to high-growth technology companies and AI-related investments. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies could benefit from declining Treasury yields, improving financial conditions and stronger risk appetite, but higher yields and a stronger US dollar could weigh on speculative assets.

  An unexpected Republican sweep could initially support financials and industrials on expectations of deregulation, but concerns over fiscal expansion, deficits and Treasury issuance could push yields higher, pressuring equity valuations, gold and cryptocurrencies. Democratic control of both chambers could constrain fiscal expansion, although political confrontation and budget disputes could prolong uncertainty.

  Ultimately, Treasury yields, inflation and Federal Reserve expectations will remain the key indicators to watch. The impact of the election will depend less on political headlines and more on whether the outcome produces a lasting shift in borrowing costs and broader financial conditions.

• October 28, 2026 11:42

  Sundaram Alternates appoints Amit Nigam as CIO – Equities

  Sundaram Alternates has appointed Amit Nigam as Chief Investment Officer – Equities, reinforcing its public markets capabilities and accelerating its expansion into institutional mandates and differentiated equity strategies.

• October 28, 2026 11:41

  Ambani vows to take Jio to new heights after blockbuster IPO

  Jio Platforms’ Managing Director Akash Ambani on Wednesday said investors’ response to the company’s initial public offering (IPO) exceeded expectations, and vowed to take the company to greater heights along with siblings Isha and Anant.

  Speaking at the listing ceremony, Ambani said the company aims to democratise technology with the potential to transform Indian lives over the next ten years, including connectivity from space. Read more

• October 28, 2026 11:40

  Nucelion Therapeutics, Pandorum Technologies to take up 2 ophthalmology projects

  Nucelion Therapeutics, a gene therapy CDMO and an arm of Bharat Biotech, and Pandorum Technologies, a tissue engineering and regenerative medicine company, will take up two ophthalmology projects focused on developing investigational therapies for advanced keratopathy and wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD). Read more

• October 28, 2026 11:37

  GAIL India to invest $63 million in heating unit at Ratnagiri LNG terminal

  

  GAIL India to invest $63 million in heating unit at Ratnagiri LNG terminal

  The ‌facility, due to ‌be ⁠completed by June 2027, ⁠will enable the company to run the LNG terminal at its ​full capacity of ‌5 million tonnes per annum

• October 28, 2026 11:36

  Bharat Coking Coal appoints Arvind Kumar Sinha as GM of Jharia Master Plan

  Bharat Coking Coal informed exchanges about the transfer and release of Rajiv Chopra, General Manager (Mining )/ HOD (Jharia Master Plan), BCCL to other subsidiary of Coal India Limited, Shri Arvind Kumar Sinha, General Manager (Mining)/HOD (Estate), has assumed the additional charge of General Manager (Jharia Master Plan), BCCL.

• October 28, 2026 11:29

  Bitcoin price outlook: $81,181 resistance and $80,000 support in focus: Purvang Mashru, Lead Analyst, BitDelta India

  Bitcoin rose 0.71% to about $80,668 and Ethereum gained 1.01% to $2,345. Eight of the top ten cryptocurrencies by market cap advanced, averaging 1.46%. 

  The recovery extend across prices. Solana and TRON returned above their daily midpoints, while Bitcoin finished at 72% of its range, up from 52% a day earlier. Better retention above daily lows shows broader recovery, but does not establish sustained net buying.

  Institutional access also expanded. BNY added XRP and RLUSD custody for eligible clients.

  Fund demand remained uneven. The completed 26 October US session brought $110.3 million into Bitcoin ETFs, entirely through IBIT, while Ether funds lost $88.6 million.

  The next macro event is the Fed decision on interest rates on 28 October at 11:30 PM IST. US GDP and personal income and outlays, including PCE inflation, follow on 29 October at 6:00 PM IST.

  Bitcoin’s reference support levels are near $80,000 and $79,370, while resistance is around $81,181 and $82,000. These reflect recent price action and do not establish a directional view.

• October 28, 2026 11:28

  Adani flagship’s $10-billion wipe-out raises stake for earnings

  

  Adani flagship’s $10-billion wipe-out raises stake for earnings

  Adani Enterprises faces earnings hurdles after a $10 billion wipe-out, with focus on airports, copper, and Jabil JV amid rising debt.

• October 28, 2026 11:26

  Indian tax officials visit liquor maker Radico Khaitan's offices amid Scotch imports review

  

  Indian tax officials visit liquor maker Radico Khaitan's offices amid Scotch imports review

  Indian tax officials visit Radico Khaitan offices amid broader scrutiny of Scotch imports and tariff classifications.

• October 28, 2026 11:26

  Metal commentary | Gaurav Garg, Head - Research, Lemonn

  Gold and silver are facing renewed pressure as investors remain cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy announcement, with elevated energy costs complicating the inflation outlook. Gold is struggling to build on its recent recovery above $4,000, while silver’s sharper decline reflects its greater sensitivity to industrial-demand expectations and broader metals-market weakness. The Fed’s guidance on future policy will be crucial in determining whether bullion can stabilise or extend its correction. WTI crude is gaining as renewed concerns over a potential US–Iran escalation and risks to Middle Eastern energy infrastructure revive supply-disruption fears.The rupee is weakening towards ₹95.18 per dollar amid elevated oil-related import demand and uncertainty ahead of the Fed decision, although RBI dollar sales have helped limit sharper currency losses.

• October 28, 2026 11:17

  Bajaj Auto to increase monthly electric 2W capacity to 80,000 units by March end

  

  Bajaj Auto to increase monthly electric 2W capacity to 80,000 units by March end

  Bajaj Auto aims to boost monthly electric two-wheeler capacity to 80,000 units by March amid strong demand and ongoing capacity expansion.

• October 28, 2026 11:02

  By 10.52 am, Sensex traded 770.37 pts or 1.05% lower at 72,828.30 from previous closing level. Nifty 50 shed 191.80 pts or 0.84% to 22,557.95

• October 28, 2026 10:50

  SBI Life Q2 results: Net profit rises 11.05% y-o-y to ₹549.23 crore

  SBI Life traded flat at Rs 1,645 on the NSE after rising to Rs 1,667.70 from Rs 1,633 previous close. It posted an 11.05 per cent year-on-year increase in its net profit to ₹549.23 crore in Q2FY27.

• October 28, 2026 10:41

  Live2.ai secures ₹130 crore in funding round led by IvyCap Ventures

  

  Live2.ai secures ₹130 crore in funding round led by IvyCap Ventures

  Live2.ai raises ₹130 crore led by IvyCap Ventures to fund growth, liquidity for early shareholders, and global expansion of its AI-native social intelligence OS.

• October 28, 2026 10:40

  Copper futures in consolidation phase

  Copper futures (₹1,405/kg) has been consolidating since early August. As it stands, there is no clarity about the next leg of trend. 

  The contract has been oscillating between ₹1,360 and ₹1,432 for nearly three months. While it fell below the ₹1,360 last week to mark a low of ₹1,335.60, copper futures quickly reclaimed ₹1,360, showing good buying interest. Read more

• October 28, 2026 10:39

  Indus Towers Q2 net profit slips 2.5% to ₹1,793 crore

  

  Indus Towers Q2 net profit slips 2.5% to ₹1,793 crore

  Indus Towers posts 2.5% Q2 net profit fall to ₹1,793 crore despite 4% revenue rise, with solid co-location growth and ongoing efficiency gains.

• October 28, 2026 10:36

  United Breweries stock up 8%

  United Breweries traded 8% higher at Rs 1,237.30 on the NSE at 10.34 am after rising to Rs 1,317.40 from Rs 1,143.60 previous close.

  Its standalone net profit more than doubled to Rs 135.93 crore in Q2FY27.

• October 28, 2026 10:34

  COAI bats for standard power outdoor use of lower 6 GHz band

  Telecom operators’ body COAI on Tuesday urged the telecom department to quickly notify rule amendments allowing standard power operations in the delicensed lower 6 GHz band.

  The Expert Committee set up by the Department of Telecom (DoT) and led by Radha Krishna Ganti of IIT Madras recommended enabling higher-power outdoor use at 36 dBm in the 5925-6425 MHz band, it noted.

  COAI said the industry believes the recommendation must be implemented without further delay.

  Read more
• October 28, 2026 10:30

  Tata Group being criminally destroyed, will ensure justice for these crimes: Rahul

  Tata Group is being criminally destroyed, and no business leader dares say a word, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Wednesday, asserting that “we will ensure justice for these crimes”.

  Gandhi’s remarks come amid Tata Group’s bitter dispute over Tata Sons‘ leadership. The conflict has already split trustees and spilled into the Tata Sons boardroom as well. Read more

• October 28, 2026 10:29

  Jio Platforms storms Dalal Street, lists 21% above issue price

  

  Jio Platforms storms Dalal Street, lists 21% above issue price

  Jio Platforms lists 21% above IPO price, trades briskly, amid high turnover and bullish broker outlooks for telecom-driven growth.

• October 28, 2026 10:24

  Delhi High Court orders takedown of fake Kotak accounts on Meta, Telegram, LinkedIn

  

  Delhi High Court orders takedown of fake Kotak accounts on Meta, Telegram, LinkedIn

  Delhi High Court orders Meta, Telegram, LinkedIn to takedown fake Kotak accounts and reveal operators amid fraud schemes.

• October 28, 2026 10:21

  L&T shares jump 6%

  L&T shares soared over 6% to Rs 3,894 on the NSE before trading at Rs 3,808 at 10.18 am. 

  It delivered 33 per cent year on year growth in net profit to ₹5,202 crore in Q2FY27.

• October 28, 2026 10:16

  Nifty Prediction Today – October 28, 2026: Nifty futures: Slips below support, consider shorts

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  Nifty Prediction Today – October 28, 2026: Nifty futures: Slips below support, consider shorts

  Nifty forecast: bearish bias with futures slipping below key support; short setup at 22,670 with targets around 22,540/22,480.

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• October 28, 2026 10:14

  Gold slips on oil-fuelled inflation fears ahead of Fed meeting

  Gold prices ticked lower on Wednesday after the previous session’s climb of ⁠about 1 per cent, as higher oil prices stoked inflation fears while investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision later in the day for clues to the ‌rate outlook.

  Spot gold was down 0.3 per cent at $4,045.29 per ounce by 0347 GMT. US gold futures for ‌December delivery dropped 0.4 per cent to $4,059.00. Read more

• October 28, 2026 10:13

  Kirloskar Pneumatic Q2 net profit drops 9% to ₹40 crore

  Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Ltd on Tuesday reported an 8.6 per cent drop in consolidated net profit to ₹40 crore for the second quarter of the current financial year.

  The company had posted consolidated profit of ₹43.8 crore in the year-ago period.

  Total income dropped to ₹334.4 crore in the second quarter of FY27, compared to ₹393.6 crore in the same period of the previous fiscal, the company said in an exchange filing.

  Read more
• October 28, 2026 10:13

  Rupee rises 4 paise to 95.03 against US dollar in early trade; markets eye Federal Reserve policy announcement

  

  Rupee rises 4 paise to 95.03 against US dollar in early trade; markets eye Federal Reserve policy announcement

  Rupee edges up to 95.03 amid strong dollar and high oil, as markets await Fed policy decision.

• October 28, 2026 10:13

  Coforge and Chippenham RFC Partner to Support Rugby, Cricket and Community Development

  Coforge shares traded at Rs 1,945.50 on the NSE, down 2.5%

• October 28, 2026 10:12

  Rating update: Maruti

  Nomura on Maruti: Buy, TP Rs 13046

  • Strong 2H guidance but risk of slowdown in FY28F
  • 2Q broadly in-line; EV salience an important metric for stock’s performance
  • 2QFY27: EBITDA broadly in line, margin at 8.9% (Nomura: 8.8%)

  HSBC on Maruti: Buy, TP Rs 14500

  • Demand commentary remains strong with 10% domestic 2H wholesale growth guidance from MSIL
  • Margin recovery may be gradual as price hikes are cautious, making margins dependent on commodities cooling off
  • Valuations appear reasonable now, commodity decline the key trigger

  CLSA on Maruti: O-P, TP Rs 14537

  • 2Q Ebitda margin came in at 8.9% (+71bps QoQ), ahead of consensus led by cost reduction measures, price hikes and a retail wholesale gap.
  • Management expects its domestic portfolio to grow 10% in 2HFY27, with exports remaining broadly flat, implying overall volume growth of c.7%-10%
  • Remain conservative, building in 5% volume growth for 2HFY27.
  • With inventory below normal at just 17 days and a strong order book of 270k units at the end of Dussehra, MSIL remains confident it will deliver its 10% domestic volume growth guidance for 2H.
  • On commodities, MSIL expects costs to remain broadly flat QoQ in 3QFY27 and hence, it expects its Ebitda margin trajectory to improve.

  Citi on Maruti: Recommendation: Buy, Target: ₹14500 (Earlier Target: ₹13800)

  • Q2 Operating Profit Above Estimate
  • Boosted By Better Gross Margin But Lower Other Income Mars PAT
  • Demand Outlook Robust
  • Margin trends are commendable
  • Strong demand outlook notwithstanding, elevated commodity costs may continue to pressure margins

  Elara Capital on Maruti Suzuki: Recommendation: BUY, Target: ₹15378 (Earlier Target: ₹17298)

  • Revenue rose 26% YoY to ₹533.4 billion, driven by 26.5% volume growth.
  • Pending orders climbed to approximately 270,000 units by Dussehra.
  • Exports are projected to record flat to low single-digit growth for FY27.
  • EBITDA estimates for FY27–29 were cut by 4–9%, and EPS estimates by 7–15%.

  Goldman Sachs on Maruti: Recommendation: Buy, Target: ₹14600

  • Q2 in-line: Expect +10% 2H domestic volume growth
  • Margin equation volatile
  • Maruti not looking to make short-term decisions on pricing
  • Would like to take a longer-term view of how it can support structurally faster India car demand growth
  • Management expects to launch a new EV at the Bharat Mobility show in February 2027

  Jefferies on Maruti: Recommendation: Buy, Target: ₹13500 (Earlier Target: ₹16500)

  • Weak Q2 and Another Earnings Cut
  • Retain Buy but keep it lower in pecking order after TVS, Eicher & M&M
  • Industry registration growth has come off in recent weeks
  • Maruti was sanguine and expects 10% domestic growth in H2
  • Margin outlook remains clouded, although market share is showing some stabilization

  Kotak Securities on Maruti: Recommendation: Add, Target: ₹13000 (Earlier Target: ₹14600)

  • Demand momentum intact; margin recovery to be gradual
  • Expect Maruti Suzuki’s market share to improve, led by strong order backlog
  • Cut FY27-29 EBITDA estimates by 5-9%
• October 28, 2026 10:05

  Rating update: L&T

  CLSA on L&T: O-P, TP Rs 4842

  • 2QFY27 beat three of four guidance items: new orders, execution and working capital, while margins missed
  • Biggest surprise was its E&C execution, which rose 22% YoY, despite Middle East disruptions, led by Middle East execution, up 26% YoY, and India, up 16% YoY.
  • Middle East (ME) orders rebounded as if war has ended.
  • Its US$90bn backlog grew 28% YoY and appears solid in the current environment.
  • For FY27, L&T retained its guidance of a 10%-12% rise in new orders and execution with flat margins, despite Strait of Hormuz opening delay
  • L&T has started execution of its exciting FY31 plan, touching all the right chords of wealth creation, from building an AI business by winning India’s biggest Nvidia AI factory order to expanding into electronic manufacturing, green tech and chemistry.

  Macquarie on L&T: O-P TP Rs 4710

  • Strong overall 2Q performance with revenue/PAT growth at 16%/33% YoY; EBITDA remained flat as margin fell 130bps YoY to 8.7% given cost escalations.
  • L&T posted record order intake and backlog growth in 2Q, up 28% each led on international orders, while core order inflows rose 32% YoY.
  • Management maintained FY27 guidance in a tough environment in the Gulf and improving private sector share in India capex

  Nomura on L&T: Neutral, TP Rs 3940

  • Beat on execution/orders; margin disappoints
  • International execution surprises positively; cost headwinds persist;
  • FY27E guidance intact
  • 1HFY27 order inflow grew 22%, however FY27 guidance unchanged at 10-12% y-y growth
  • 7%/2% miss on our/consensus consolidated EBITDA (+1% y-y) due to cost headwinds
  • Trades at 20.2x/17.5x FY28F/FY29F EPS

  Citi on L&T: Recommendation: Buy, Target: ₹4650

  • Q2 Results: Execution and Cash Flow Strength Ahead of Expectations
  • Orders Strong as Expected
  • Management reiterated FY27 guidance for revenue/orders (+10-12%), core margins (7.8%)
  • Mgmt indicated that working capital should outperform the initial 10% guidance

  Jefferies on L&T: Recommendation: Buy, Target: ₹4700 (Earlier Target: ₹5000)

  • Outperformance should continue
  • Q2 EBITDA was 5% lower than expectations
  • 22% YoY rise in H1FY27 order flow is tracking ahead of L&T’s annual 10-12% YoY guidance
  • Management maintained its FY27E E&C margin and 10-12% YoY revenue growth guidance
  • Outperformance should continue given strong order book and execution
• October 28, 2026 10:04

  Citi on Hindustan Copper 

  • Recommendation: Sell, Target: ₹365
  • Valuations Testing their Mettle
  • Neutral copper outlook: weak consumption, escalation in US-Iran tensions, rate hike worries
  • Likely pricing in spot LME and 100% success in ramp-up plans
  • Looks well-placed to deliver volume growth with plans to expand mining from 4 MT to 12 MT by FY30
  • Kendadih and Rakha mines are resuming production after two decades of closures
• October 28, 2026 10:03

  Jio Platforms debut at 21.3% premium on BSE, NSE

  

  Jio Platforms Share Price Live: Mukesh Ambani's Jio set for trading debut after record IPO

  Jio Platforms IPO listing today, Jio Platforms share price live updates: Check share price, IPO, subscription status, IPO allotment, listing price and more | Mukesh Ambani’s telecoms and digital unit Jio Platforms is set to list in Mumbai on Wednesday, after its $3.2 ‌billion IPO. The issue, priced at ₹1,119 per share at the upper end of the price band, received 22.19 times overall subscription, with total demand across the public issue and anchor placement exceeding ₹7.4 lakh crore.  Analysts have advised investors to consider a long-term holding strategy, citing the company’s digital ecosystem, technology platform and growth opportunities in artificial intelligence, enterprise services and fixed broadband.  At the issue price, the company is valued at approximately ₹10.3 lakh crore. The company will use the proceeds from the fresh issue primarily to repay up to ₹27,500 crore of borrowings at Reliance Jio Infocomm. Stay tuned to businessline for more | Here’s our stock market live and Q2 live real-time updates

• October 28, 2026 10:03

  Hindustan Unilever profit up 6% at ₹2,844 crore on healthy demand

  

  Hindustan Unilever profit up 6% at ₹2,844 crore on healthy demand

  Hindustan Unilever posts 6% quarterly profit rise amid resilient demand despite higher costs.

• October 28, 2026 10:02

  Nomura, MOSL on Jio

  Nomura on JIO Platforms: Initiate Buy, TP Rs 1340

  • Jio, once the disruptor, is now the leader.
  • It has 42% of country’s wireless subscribers, 60% of data traffic and 43% of home broadband.
  • View, the listing will likely push Jio Platforms (JPL IN), price setter, towards steady tariff hikes that peers can follow
  • Estimate a 13.5% EBITDA CAGR over FY26-29F
  • Strong network + the largest subscriber market share = long-term value creation
  • Home broadband is the second growth engine to leverage its network strength
  • Global tech licensing a long-term growth optionality
  • Capex intensity to fall as 5G capex largely over; we expect a sharp FCF improvement

  MOSL on Jio Platforms: Initiate Buy – TP Rs 1350

  • Jio Platforms (JPL) is India’s largest digital connectivity platform, with its material subsidiary, Reliance Jio (RJio), a leader in India’s wireless and home broadband (HBB) markets, serving 533m subscribers
  • Expect RJio to extend its market leadership in wireless (with its revenue market share (RMS) rising 100bp over FY26-29 to 43.3%) & HBB (accounting for 73% of incremental industry net adds over FY26-29)
  • Scaling up its digital platforms (including cloud, enterprise communications, IoT, and managed services, along with international tie-ups for its 5G/UBR technology) will offer next leg of growth beyond the connectivity business
  • Model a CAGR of 14%/15%/20% in JPL’s consolidated revenue/reported EBITDA /PAT over FY26-29, driven by robust subscriber net additions, the flow-through of ~15% tariff hikes from Mar’27, continued acceleration in the HBB subscriber base scaling up of digital platform offerings
• October 28, 2026 10:01

  LISTING UPDATE: Jio Platforms

  IPO PRICE: 1119

  LOT SIZE - RETAIL: 12

  LOT SIZE - SH: 23

  LOT SIZE - bHNI: 180

  LISTING PRICE: 1358(+239₹,+21.36%)

  LISTING GAIN - RETAIL: 2868/-

  LISTING GAIN - SH: 5497/-

  LISTING GAIN - bHNI: 43020/-

• October 28, 2026 09:54

  IT stocks drag Sensex, Nifty lower at open; Jio Platforms debut, Fed decision in focus

  Equity benchmarks opened sharply lower on Wednesday, October 28, weighed down by a broad-based selloff in technology stocks, even as Asian markets traded with a positive bias. The Sensex, which closed at 73,598.67 on Tuesday, opened at 73,253.44 and was trading at 72,928.12, down 670.55 points or 0.91 per cent, at 9.19 am. The Nifty 50, which ended the previous session at 22,749.75, opened at 22,678.00 and slipped further to 22,591.85, down 157.90 points or 0.69 per cent, at the same time.

  The decline came despite a positive overnight session on Wall Street, where the S&P 500 rose 0.6 per cent to close at 7,722, the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.03 per cent to finish at 52,377, and the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.18 per cent to settle at 26,477. Chip stocks led the advance after Broadcom announced that a consortium of banks would provide $63 billion in financing for its AI chips and networking solutions to be leased to Anthropic. Broadcom rose 4 per cent, Advanced Micro Devices climbed 5.5 per cent, and Micron Technology gained 2.8 per cent. Read more

• October 28, 2026 09:53

  Route Mobile: Q2FY27 PAT stands at ₹82.55 crore

  Route Mobile: Q2FY27 Revenue from operations stands at Rs. 1,179.67 crore, PAT stands at Rs. 82.55 crore

  Shares traded 3% lower at Rs 435 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 09:52

  Jyoti Structures receives Notification of Award from Power Grid Corporation of India

  Jyoti Structures Limited has informed the Exchange about that the Company has received a Notification of Award from Power Grid Corporation of India

• October 28, 2026 09:52

  Supercritical and Jain Irrigation sign deal for up to 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits

  Supercritical and Jain Irrigation sign deal for up to 19,000 tonnes of biochar credits

  Jain Irrigation traded flat at Rs 17.14 on the NSE.

• October 28, 2026 09:52

  LTM Launches GCC Origin

  LTM Launches GCC Origin: A New Independently Operated Business Unit for Next-Generation Global Capability Centers

• October 28, 2026 09:51

  Hindustan Unilever posted 8% y-o-y increase in standalone net profit to ₹2,844 crore

  Hindustan Unilever posted 8% y-o-y increase in standalone net profit to Rs 2,844 crore in Q2FY27 from Rs 2,631 crore in Q2FY26.

  Board approves Interim Dividend of Rs. 19 per equity share for FY 2026-27 Follow our live coverage here

• October 28, 2026 09:45

  India’s largest IPO fully subscribed within 95 minutes of launch. The fastest ever India has seen: Akash Ambani

• October 28, 2026 09:44

  Crude oil prices rise over 1% after Houthi attack on Saudi refinery

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  Crude oil prices rise over 1% after Houthi attack on Saudi refinery

  Brent futures climb to $115.53 a barrel and WTI crude rises to $101.31, while MCX crude oil futures gain up to 1.70% in early trade.

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• October 28, 2026 09:38

  Crude oil price today: Brent at $115.53, WTI tops $101 after Saudi refinery attack

  Crude oil futures traded higher on Wednesday morning after the Houthis attacked a refinery in Saudi Arabia. At 9.35 am on Wednesday, December Brent oil futures were at $115.53, up by 1.45 per cent, and December crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were at $101.31, up by 1.41 per cent. November crude oil futures were trading at ₹9659 on Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) during the initial hour of trading on Wednesday against the previous close of ₹9498, up by 1.70 per cent, and December futures were trading at ₹9536 against the previous close of ₹9386, up by 1.60 per cent.

• October 28, 2026 09:37

  Jio platforms debut today; Mukesh Ambani-owned group stocks outlook 

  • Reliance Industries (-0.52%)
  • Jio Financial (-0.74%)
  • Just Dial (-1.23%)
  • Hathway (-0.22%)
  • GTPL Hathway (+1.97%

  

  Jio Platforms Share Price Live: Mukesh Ambani's Jio set for trading debut after record IPO

  Jio Platforms IPO listing today, Jio Platforms share price live updates: Check share price, IPO, subscription status, IPO allotment, listing price and more | Mukesh Ambani’s telecoms and digital unit Jio Platforms is set to list in Mumbai on Wednesday, after its $3.2 ‌billion IPO. The issue, priced at ₹1,119 per share at the upper end of the price band, received 22.19 times overall subscription, with total demand across the public issue and anchor placement exceeding ₹7.4 lakh crore.  Analysts have advised investors to consider a long-term holding strategy, citing the company’s digital ecosystem, technology platform and growth opportunities in artificial intelligence, enterprise services and fixed broadband.  At the issue price, the company is valued at approximately ₹10.3 lakh crore. The company will use the proceeds from the fresh issue primarily to repay up to ₹27,500 crore of borrowings at Reliance Jio Infocomm. Stay tuned to businessline for more | Here’s our stock market live and Q2 live real-time updates

• October 28, 2026 09:35

  Indiamart Q2 net profit up 9.8% at ₹90.7 cr, revenue rises to ₹428.64 cr

  

  Indiamart Q2 net profit up 9.8% at ₹90.7 cr, revenue rises to ₹428.64 cr

  Indiamart Q2 net profit up 9.8% to ₹90.7 cr, revenue rises 9.6% to ₹428.64 cr; upbeat quarterly results and stock gain.

• October 28, 2026 09:32

  L&T stock up 5.5% as Q2 results beat eases Middle East concerns

  Shares of ‌Larsen & Toubro jumped nearly ⁠6% on Wednesday ‌after the ‌engineering conglomerate ‌reported ⁠a 33% ⁠rise in second-quarter profit ‌on strong order inflows, easing concerns ‌over project execution in the conflict-hit ⁠Middle East.

  Shares of ‌the company rose 5.55% to ‌3,865.80 rupees, as of 9:21 a.m. ⁠IST.

• October 28, 2026 09:32

  Bajaj Auto jumps 2.2% on strong Q2 results

  Shares ‌of Bajaj ⁠Auto rose 2.2% ‌on Wednesday ‌after ‌the ⁠motorcycle ⁠and three-wheeler maker reported ‌a second-quarter profit that ‌beat analysts’ estimates on ⁠Tuesday, helped ‌by strong exports and higher ‌vehicle prices.

• October 28, 2026 09:23

  L&T, Bajaj Auto, Maruti, SBI Life, Piramal Pharma, UBL, PG Electro shares surge after Q2 results, LT Foods and Waaree in red

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• October 28, 2026 09:20

  Top gainers and losers of Nifty 50

  Top gainers of Nifty 50: L&T (+5.87%), Bajaj Auto (+2.13%), SBI Life (+1.08%), Maruti (+0.63%)

  Top losers: Infosys (-4.48%), HCL Tech (-3.89%), Tech Mahindra (-3.75%), TCS (-3.23%), Tata Consumer (-3.15%)

• October 28, 2026 09:20

  Markets bleed at open

  Sensex traded 633.22 pts or 0.86% lower at 72,965.45 at 9.17 am after opening at 73,253.44 from 73,598.67 previous close. Nifty 50 depreciated 156.35 pts or 0.69% to 22,593.40

• October 28, 2026 09:20

  Rupee opens modestly stronger at 95.02 per US dollar; Previous close 95.1150

• October 28, 2026 09:10

  Bitcoin price outlook: BTC eyes $81,700 resistance as recovery gains momentum: Nischal Shetty, Founder, WazirX

  “Crypto markets extended their recovery as improving global equity sentiment, stronger US economic data and expectations of a Federal Reserve pause supported investor participation. Bitcoin moved above $80,000, while Ethereum strengthened beyond $2,350, even as inflation and institutional positioning remained mixed.

  US consumer confidence improved and durable goods orders increased, reducing immediate recession concerns. Stable Treasury yields and lower oil prices also eased some pressure on financial conditions. However, elevated Australian inflation reinforced expectations of further regional tightening, while firm US demand may encourage the Federal Reserve to maintain cautious policy guidance despite holding rates. The combination supports crypto liquidity without signaling a broader shift toward easier monetary conditions.

  Bitcoin traded near $80,771, continuing its recovery within a broader consolidation. Immediate support sits at $80,000-$80,400, followed by $77,700-$78,000, while resistance remains at $81,100-$81,700. Holding support could preserve momentum. Futures traders may seek stronger volume, rising open interest and balanced funding before treating a move through resistance as broadly supported.

  Ethereum traded near $2,351, extending its rebound despite remaining below moving averages. Support sits at $2,330-$2,350, followed by $2,315-$2,320. Resistance remains around $2,375-$2,420, surrounding the $2,400 level. Holding support could sustain recovery interest, but testing resistance would not confirm momentum.

  The wider market environment strengthened. KOSPI gained 5.18%, Nikkei rose 1.37% and US technology shares advanced, with Nasdaq adding 1.18%. The S&P 500 gained 0.60%, while VIX declined 4.73%. Gold rose around 0.9%, and oil fell nearly 1.5%, reducing some inflation pressure and supporting participation across higher-growth assets.

  Institutional activity remained divided. US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $110.34 million, entirely through BlackRock’s IBIT, while Ethereum ETFs recorded $88.58 million in outflows. Both assets nevertheless advanced, showing that ETF flows are only one market influence. Spot demand, short-covering, derivatives positioning, exchange supply and macro expectations can offset institutional activity, delaying an equivalent response in prices.”

• October 28, 2026 09:09

  Delhi High Court Grants Kotak Interim Relief Against Online Impersonation and Investment Frauds

  The Delhi High Court has granted ad-interim protection to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited and its group entity Kotak Securities Limited against unidentified persons allegedly impersonating them online and misusing the “KOTAK” brand to lure investors into fraudulent investment schemes. The order was passed by Justice Vikas Mahajan on 14 October 2026 in Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited & Anr. v. John Doe & Ors., CS(COMM) 1075/2026.

  The case concerns unidentified “John Doe” defendants who, according to the plaintiffs, have been operating through social media and messaging platforms using Kotak’s corporate names and registered trademarks. The Bank pleaded before the Court that fraudsters had approached consumers and investors during 2024, 2025 and 2026 through social media as well as WhatsApp and Telegram groups, offering purported trading platforms and applications bearing Kotak trademarks and impersonating genuine representatives and applications.

  According to the submissions recorded in the order, investors were allegedly promised guaranteed or high returns and induced to transfer money as investments. The funds were allegedly transferred to private accounts, sole proprietorship firms or individuals, after which investors were unable to withdraw their money. The plaintiffs further informed the Court that they had received over 100 client complaints, with affected investors allegedly losing amounts ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹10 lakh each.

  Kotak Mahindra Bank also told the Court that it had taken steps including filing criminal complaints with the police, but that the fraudulent activity had continued. Following a search conducted in mid-2026, the plaintiffs said they had compiled hundreds of active fraudulent listings across various online platforms.

  After examining the material placed before it, the High Court held that the plaintiffs had made out a prima facie case for an ad-interim injunction. The Court observed that the balance of convenience was in the plaintiffs’ favour and that failure to grant interim protection was likely to cause irreparable harm and injury to the plaintiffs, besides financial prejudice to the general public and unwary investors.

  The Court accordingly restrained the unidentified defendants and persons acting on their behalf from using, exploiting or misappropriating Kotak’s brands, goodwill and names, including“KOTAK”, “KOTAK BANK” and “KOTAK SECURITIES”, their associated logos and deceptively similar variants without authorisation. It also restrained them from misrepresenting themselves as the plaintiffs, their MDs, CEOs, employees or authorised representatives through websites, mobile applications, social media groups or other media.

  In a significant direction aimed at curbing online impersonation, the Court ordered Meta Platforms, WhatsApp, Google, Telegram, X and LinkedIn, arrayed as defendant nos. 2 to 7, to pull down the infringing websites, social-media accounts and other fraudulent links identified by the plaintiffs and annexed to the order. The platforms were further directed to provide the plaintiffs with available details of the persons operating such accounts and links, including their names, contact details, ID proof, photographs and other KYC information.

• October 28, 2026 09:09

  Schaeffler India Limited announces results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2026

  July– September 2026 (Third Quarter)

  * Revenue from operations (net) for the quarter (Q3’26) was INR 30,058 million, 27.4% higher than the corresponding quarter of 2025 and 12.1% higher than preceding quarter (Q2’26)

  * PBT (before exceptional items) for the quarter (Q3’26) was INR 4,970 million, 20.4% higher than the corresponding quarter of 2025. PBT margin for the quarter stood at 16.5 %, compared to 17.5% during the corresponding quarter of 2025 and 16.9% during the preceding quarter (Q2’26)

  * Net Profit for the quarter was INR 3,704 million and net profit margin stood at 12.3%

• October 28, 2026 09:09

  Gold prices outlook: Fed decision and festive demand to shape market direction, says Aspect Bullion CEO

  Darshan Desai, CEO Aspect Bullion & Refinery on the Gold & Bullion industry & effect on it due to the geo-politic tensions:

  “Gold prices have fallen in recent sessions, with the market closely watching US interest rates, the dollar and inflation. The upcoming US Federal Reserve decision will play a key role in deciding gold’s near-term direction. In India, the price correction may encourage some buying ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali, but high prices are likely to keep consumers cautious. Buyers may prefer smaller, planned purchases, while gold prices are expected to remain volatile due to global economic developments and festive demand.”

• October 28, 2026 09:08

  Jio IPO: Listing a milestone for Indian capital markets, says PL Capital’s Uday Patil

  “Listing of JIO platform is definitely a milestone in the Indian capital market . It is a major Indian digital infrastructure business with substantial growth opportunities. Jio has more than 500 million subscribers and a large telecom network, alongside broadband, enterprise technology, cloud and AI opportunities. Large Growth Potential with Attractive higher revenue per user, home broadband, enterprise services and monetisation of digital platforms could support future growth. 

  Execution will determine how much value these opportunities create. It is definitely a long term bet & every investor would like to have the share in its portfolio.”

• October 28, 2026 09:07

  Bitcoin price today: BTC recovers above $80,000 as ETF inflows improve: CoinSwitch Markets Desk

  BTC rebounded to nearly $81K after briefly falling below $80K supported by improving ETF inflows ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision. U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $110.34 million in net inflows on Monday, reversing two consecutive sessions of $773.4 million in outflows.Looking ahead, $80K remains a key support level, while the Fed’s policy decision and sustained ETF inflows will determine BTC’s near-term direction, CoinSwitch Markets Desk

• October 28, 2026 09:07

  Bitcoin consolidates near $80,000 ahead of Fed decision as market sentiment weakens: Mudrex

  Bitcoin is consolidating around $80,000 ahead of the Fed’s policy decision, with concerns over AI valuations weighing on broader risk sentiment as China’s STAR50 index fell 4.8%. Some buying interest has returned, with US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracting $110 million, ending two sessions of outflows totalling $774 million. On-chain data also points to easing sell pressure, with net Bitcoin outflows from exchanges reaching a five-week high. Markets expect rates to remain at 3.75%–4%, while an 82% probability of a December hike is priced in. The Fed chair’s guidance will be key to the next move. A move above $82,500 could add to the upward momentum, while support stands at $79,500, Prateek Gupta, Head of Business, Mudrex

• October 28, 2026 09:06

  Crypto Market Review | Riya Sehgal, Research Analyst, Delta Exchange

  Crypto markets are seeing a tentative rebound after Bitcoin briefly slipped below $80,000, but sentiment remains cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision.

  The broader backdrop is still challenging, with elevated energy prices and uncertainty around the rate path keeping investors defensive.

  Bitcoin has recovered toward $81,000 after buyers repeatedly stepped in around the $79,200–$79,600 region, but the $81,000–$81,700 zone remains an important technical barrier. A sustained move above $82,000 could strengthen the recovery, while rejection may put $80,000 and the recent lows back in focus. On-chain signals are somewhat more constructive, with recent exchange inflows declining sharply, suggesting near-term sell-side pressure may be easing.

  Ethereum has recovered toward $2,360 but continues to lag Bitcoin, with $2,395–$2,415 acting as the key resistance zone.

  ETF demand is also diverging, with Bitcoin flows stabilising faster than Ethereum. The Fed’s guidance remains the key catalyst for the next directional move.

• October 28, 2026 08:56

  ACC net profit plunges 92% to ₹93 crore on higher cost, lower sales

  ACC, an Adani Group company, reported a 92 per cent fall in its September quarter net profit to ₹93 crore from the ₹1,119 crore it reported in the year-ago period, on higher costs and lower sales.

  The year-ago profit included an income-tax provision reversal of ₹659 crore, said the company. Read more

• October 28, 2026 08:45

  Weakness across Asian FX before Fed decision to put mild pressure on rupee

  The rupee may open marginally weaker on Wednesday, tracking losses across most Asian peers, with investors awaiting the Federal Reserve’s policy decision ‌after local market hours for clues on the outlook for further rate hikes.

  The rupee ⁠is expected to open in the 95.12-95.16 range, per traders, having settled 0.1% higher at 95.1150 to the dollar on Tuesday.

  The ‌rupee managed to recover in Tuesday’s session after slipping to 95.24 intraday amid dollar ‌sales by state-run banks which two traders said ‌may ⁠be on behalf of the Reserve Bank ⁠of India. Traders see 95.30 as a key near-term support level for the Indian currency. (Reuters)

• October 28, 2026 08:33

  Bitcoin Today | Expert Take | Vikram Subburaj, CEO, Giottus.com

  Bitcoin is trading around $80,700 as investors remain cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision. Immediate support lies near $79,000, followed by $78,600. Resistance is around 80,900-81,000, with 81,500-81,900 as the next zone to watch. A sustained move above resistance could improve near-term momentum, while a break below $79,000 would increase downside risks.

  ETF flows show tentative improvement after heavy withdrawals. US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $635.6 million in net outflows on October 22 and another $137.9 million on October 23. Inflows returned on October 26, with net buying of $110.3 million. This offers some support, but institutional demand remains uneven.

  On-chain indicators remain broadly constructive, although the latest available data are delayed. Bitcoin’s MVRV stood at 1.5506 and SOPR at 1.0036 on October 20. These readings suggest that aggregate holders remain in profit, while recently moved coins are being spent at only a small aggregate gain. They do not rule out further selling pressure.

  Large-cap altcoins show mixed performance in the latest verified snapshot. Ethereum traded around $2,320, BNB near $741, XRP around $1.31, Solana near $101 and TRON around $0.33. These are October 26 reference prices, not synchronised live quotes for October 28.

  Macro conditions remain crucial. The market is focused on the Federal Reserve’s October 28 decision. Futures were pricing in a 91% probability of rates remaining unchanged. The Fed’s guidance on December policy will be important, as elevated Treasury yields and a firm dollar could continue to weigh on risk assets.

  Our advice: Investors should avoid aggressive buying ahead of the Fed announcement. Watch Bitcoin’s $79,000 support, ETF flows and the Fed’s guidance before increasing exposure.

• October 28, 2026 08:21

  SK Hynix profit beat fuels $45 billion of dividends, buyback

  SK Hynix Inc. unveiled plans to return about $45 billion more to shareholders after profit surged a stronger-than-expected seven-fold, reflecting the resilience of an AI infrastructure rollout that’s propelling memory chip demand.

  The world’s second-biggest memory chipmaker reaffirmed it expects shortages of the components crucial to Nvidia Corp. accelerators to persist through at least 2030, propping up prices. On Wednesday, it reported an operating profit of 83.3 trillion won ($62.5 billion) for the September quarter, beating projections by more than 7%. Read more

• October 28, 2026 08:09

  Cautious mood to prevail at Dalal Street on Wednesday

  

  Cautious mood to prevail at Dalal Street on Wednesday

  Indian markets to open weak, indicates Gift Nifty; Focus will be on Q2 results, US Fed

• October 28, 2026 07:50

  India’s crude basket price tops $120 a barrel amid West Asia war

  India’s average crude oil import basket price rose by almost 4 per cent month-on-month (M-o-M) in October to surpass the $120 per barrel mark as the conflict in West Asia exacerbated geopolitical uncertainty and pushed up marine insurance premiums and freight rates.

  The average crude oil price for Indian basket stood at $120.46 per barrel till October 26, against $116.77 per barrel in September and $90.19 a barrel in August 2026. The current October monthly average price is the highest in 14 years since March 2012 ($123.61 per barrel). Read more

• October 28, 2026 07:41

  CoinDCX flags a phishing attack, days after confirming a compromised wallet

  Crypto exchange CoinDCX flagged a phishing attack on Tuesday, days after confirming a compromised wallet siphoning user funds to the amount $16 million from non-CoinDCX users.

  On October 27, CoinDCX warned of scammers sending notices and emails to users, directing recipients to external links, prompting wallet connections and seeking account information as other exchanges investigate similar activity. For the interim, the exchange has asked users not to trust any message that diverts users outside the exchange website. Read more

• October 28, 2026 07:30

  Today's stock pick: Ather Energy (Buy)

• October 28, 2026 07:27

  Stocks to watch October 28: Infy, Midhani, Choice Intl, Kothari Industrial, Subros, Gulf Oil, Exide, Steamhouse

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  Stocks to watch October 28: Infy, Midhani, Choice Intl, Kothari Industrial, Subros, Gulf Oil, Exide, Steamhouse

  Global deal momentum across tech, manufacturing, and energy drives investments, partnerships, and awards for Infosys, MIDHANI, Subros, Exide, Choice Intl, and more.

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• October 28, 2026 07:16

  MDR uncertainty, choppy markets cloud ₹33,600-crore fintech IPO pipeline

  Uncertainty around merchant discount rate (MDR) and volatile equity markets are adding to the challenges facing India’s fintech IPO pipeline, prompting companies and investors to reassess listing timelines and valuations as they prepare for public-market scrutiny.

  India’s fintech sector has at least ₹30,600 crore, potentially exceeding ₹33,600 crore, of IPO capital lined up across companies that have disclosed or are reported to be preparing public offerings, according to data compiled by Tracxn using external research. The pipeline includes PhonePe, Razorpay, Navi, InCred Holdings, Fibe, InsuranceDekho and Upstox. KreditBee and PayU India are excluded because their plans are unconfirmed or on hold. Read more

• October 28, 2026 07:16

  Jio to make trading debut after record $3.2 billion IPO

  

  Jio to make trading debut after record $3.2 billion IPO

  Grey-market premium points to ​gains of about 22%

• October 28, 2026 07:12

  Gold edges higher ahead of US Fed policy decision

  Gold prices edged higher on Wednesday after rising about 1% in the previous session, as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision later in the day, where ‌the central bank is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged. 

  Spot gold rose 0.1% ⁠to $4,061.86 per ounce by 0036 GMT, after climbing over 1% and touching a session high of $4,065.55 on Tuesday. US gold futures ‌for December delivery steadied at $4,075.60. ( Reuters)

• October 28, 2026 07:05

  Gold, AI and India’s rise: The three forces rewiring global metals

  The global materials industry is entering a new phase, with gold, copper and critical minerals gaining prominence as traditional growth engines evolve, according to McKinsey’s Global Materials Perspective 2026. Gold has emerged as the biggest profit pool, while AI-driven data centres are creating fresh demand for copper and gallium. China’s dominance is gradually weakening as India becomes a faster-growing demand market. Meeting future demand, however, will require $4.2 trillion in investment, hundreds of thousands of workers and major productivity gains. The industry could need 310,000 additional workers by 2035, concentrated in India, Rest of Asia and Africa. Read more

• October 28, 2026 06:51

  Brent crude futures rise $1.48 to $115.36/bbl

• October 28, 2026 06:49

  ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund launches BSE Power ETF; NFO open until October 30

  ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund (MF) has launched its BSE Power ETF, offering investors exposure to companies across the country’s power generation, transmission, distribution and electrical equipment segments.

  The new fund offer (NFO) will remain open from October 26 to October 30, according to the fund house’s statement. Read more

• October 28, 2026 06:49

  PG ELECTROPLAST Q2 FY27 (CONS.)

  * Net Profit: ₹13.67 Cr ↑395.15% YoY | ↓82.07% QoQ

  * Revenue: ₹933.88 Cr ↑42.50% YoY | ↓54.09% QoQ

  * EBITDA: ₹59.78 Cr ↑98.62% YoY | ↓59.67% QoQ

  * EBITDA Margin: 6.40% vs 4.59% YoY | 7.29% QoQ

• October 28, 2026 06:49

  Knack Packaging — Q2FY27 Results 

  Revenue ₹294.76 Cr vs ₹193.26 Cr

  (+52.52% YoY┃+12.31% QoQ)

  EBITDA ₹40.06 Cr vs ₹32.01 Cr

  (+25.14% YoY┃-29.55% QoQ)

  EBITDA Margin 13.59% vs 16.56% YoY & 21.66% QoQ

  PBT Before Share of JV/Associates ₹35.68 Cr vs ₹28.06 Cr

  (+27.12% YoY┃-21.22% QoQ)

  PBT ₹33.06 Cr vs ₹27.89 Cr

  (+18.56% YoY┃-20.99% QoQ)

  PAT ₹25.02 Cr vs ₹20.64 Cr

  (+21.24% YoY┃-18.04% QoQ)

  Other Income ₹9.70 Cr vs ₹6.29 Cr YoY & ₹2.31 Cr QoQ

• October 28, 2026 06:48

  Kirloskar Brothers — Q2FY27 Results 

  Revenue ₹1276.70 Cr vs ₹1027.70 Cr

  (+24.23% YoY┃+15.55% QoQ)

  EBITDA ₹124.30 Cr vs ₹108.40 Cr

  (+14.67% YoY┃+7.34% QoQ)

  EBITDA Margin 9.74% vs 10.55% YoY & 10.48% QoQ

  PBT (Excl. Exceptional) ₹104.50 Cr vs ₹93.10 Cr

  (+12.24% YoY┃+9.88% QoQ)

  PAT Before Share of JV/Associates ₹75.20 Cr vs ₹67.40 Cr

  (+11.57% YoY┃+12.74% QoQ)

  PAT ₹74.70 Cr vs ₹72.20 Cr

  (+3.46% YoY┃+10.50% QoQ)

  PAT After Minority interest ₹73.70 Cr vs ₹71.00 Cr

  (+3.80% YoY┃+10.66% QoQ)

  Other Income ₹18.90 Cr vs ₹15.10 Cr YoY & ₹14.80 Cr QoQ

  In Q2FY26 Exceptional Gain of ₹2.8 Cr

• October 28, 2026 06:48

  RAYMOND – Q2 FY27 RESULTS

  - Total income: ₹683 Cr, up 21% YoY.

  - EBITDA: ₹103 Cr, up 30% YoY.

  - EBITDA margin: 15.1% vs 14.1% YoY.

  - PBT before exceptional items: ₹42 Cr, up 117% YoY.

  - Net cash surplus: ₹77 Cr; remains net debt-free.

• October 28, 2026 06:46

  Tanla Platforms — Q2FY27 Results 

  Revenue ₹1351.75 Cr vs ₹1078.48 Cr

  (+25.34% YoY┃+10.22% QoQ)

  EBITDA ₹214.33 Cr vs ₹177.48 Cr

  (+20.77% YoY┃+6.55% QoQ)

  EBITDA Margin 15.86% vs 16.46% YoY & 16.40% QoQ

  PBT ₹187.30 Cr vs ₹155.50 Cr

  (+20.45% YoY┃+3.32% QoQ)

  PAT ₹146.42 Cr vs ₹125.05 Cr

  (+17.09% YoY┃+2.99% QoQ)

  Other Income ₹12.06 Cr vs ₹8.93 Cr YoY & ₹14.10 Cr QoQ

• October 28, 2026 06:44

  Gravita India — Q2FY27 Results 

  Revenue ₹1427.35 Cr vs ₹1035.50 Cr

  (+37.84% YoY┃-3.23% QoQ)

  EBITDA ₹133.98 Cr vs ₹102.01 Cr

  (+31.34% YoY┃+22.12% QoQ)

  EBITDA Margin 9.39% vs 9.85% YoY & 7.44% QoQ

  PBT ₹124.21 Cr vs ₹111.28 Cr

  (+11.62% YoY┃-5.39% QoQ)

  PAT ₹102.03 Cr vs ₹95.97 Cr

  (+6.31% YoY┃-4.08% QoQ)

  PAT After Minority interest ₹102.01 Cr vs ₹95.99 Cr

  (+6.27% YoY┃-4.12% QoQ)

  Other Income ₹18.00 Cr vs ₹26.32 Cr YoY & ₹47.54 Cr QoQ

• October 28, 2026 06:44

  Vardhman Special Steels Ltd – Q2 AND H1 FY27 Result

  - Revenue from operations for Q2 FY27: INR 600.05 Cr (up 38.81% YoY)

  - PAT for Q2 FY27: INR 52.49 Cr (up 51.88% YoY)

  - Total Income for H1 FY27: INR 1110.65 Cr (up 25.54% YoY)

  - PAT for H1 FY27: INR 93.68 Cr (up 72.02% YoY)

  - H1 FY27 sales volume: 129,544 tonnes (Rolled Products)

  - Planned capex for FY26–FY30: ~INR 2600 Cr

• October 28, 2026 06:43

  Indus Towers — Q2FY27 Results 

  Revenue ₹8515.60 Cr vs ₹8188.20 Cr

  (+4.00% YoY┃+1.00% QoQ)

  EBITDA ₹4633.00 Cr vs ₹4612.70 Cr

  (+0.44% YoY┃+2.48% QoQ)

  EBITDA Margin 54.41% vs 56.33% YoY & 53.62% QoQ

  PBT ₹2411.20 Cr vs ₹2478.40 Cr

  (-2.71% YoY┃+2.72% QoQ)

  PAT ₹1792.80 Cr vs ₹1839.30 Cr

  (-2.53% YoY┃+2.69% QoQ)

  Other Income ₹106.20 Cr vs ₹82.90 Cr YoY & ₹121.20 Cr QoQ

• October 28, 2026 06:42

  Concord Biotech — Q2FY27 Results 

  Revenue ₹309.07 Cr vs ₹247.06 Cr

  (+25.10% YoY┃+20.03% QoQ)

  EBITDA ₹104.38 Cr vs ₹88.49 Cr

  (+17.96% YoY┃+26.71% QoQ)

  EBITDA Margin 33.77% vs 35.82% YoY & 31.99% QoQ

  PBT ₹95.48 Cr vs ₹85.68 Cr

  (+11.43% YoY┃+21.87% QoQ)

  PAT ₹69.57 Cr vs ₹63.06 Cr

  (+10.32% YoY┃+20.58% QoQ)

  PAT After Minority interest ₹70.65 Cr vs ₹63.58 Cr

  (+11.12% YoY┃+20.72% QoQ)

  Other Income ₹10.17 Cr vs ₹13.35 Cr YoY & ₹12.83 Cr QoQ

• October 28, 2026 06:42

  Gandhar Oil Refinery (India) Ltd – Q2FY27 Results

  Unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026:

  - Standalone Revenue from operations: INR 1729.92 Cr

  - Standalone Net Profit for the quarter: INR 163.11 Cr

  - Consolidated Revenue from operations: INR 11846.56 Cr

  - Consolidated Net Profit for the quarter: INR 186.28 Cr

  - Appointment of Mr. Santosh Kumar Singh as Factory Manager (Silvassa plant) effective October 27, 2026

• October 28, 2026 06:41

  SAIL Q2 results

  SAIL: Q2 cons net profit 17.50B rupees vs 4.2B (YoY); est 19B

  SAIL: Q2 revenue 320B rupees vs 267B (YoY)

  SAIL: Q2 EBITDA 43B rupees vs 25.3B (YoY); Q2 EBITDA margin 13.43% vs 9.46% (YoY)

• October 28, 2026 06:40

  13 STOCKS BREAK BELOW THEIR PREVIOUS 52-WEEK LOWS!

  🔻Indosolar 

  🔻HDFC Bank 

  🔻Dalmia Bharat 

  🔻Welcast Steels 

  🔻VST Industries 

  🔻Mazagon Dock 

  🔻Waaree Energies 

  🔻Bayer CropScience 

  🔻ICICI Life Insurance 

  🔻Sumitomo Chemicals 

  🔻Shree Digvijay Cement 

  🔻Bannari Amman Sugar 

  🔻M&M Financial Services

• October 28, 2026 06:40

  ALL-TIME HIGH BREAKOUT ALERT | 3 Stocks Closed at Fresh Lifetime Highs on Tuesday!

  💠Laurus Labs 

  💠Acutaas Chemicals

  💠Sona BLW Precision Forgings 

• October 28, 2026 06:39

  Instl. Investors EQUITY Cash Trades PROV. - 27/10/2026 : Rs. CRS. :  

  FIIS : BUY +4,240 (24,517-20,277)

  DIIS : SELL -1,250 (15,702 -16,952)

• October 28, 2026 06:37

  SBI Life Q2 net up 11% at ₹549 crore due to net premium income

  

  SBI Life Q2 net up 11% at ₹549 crore due to net premium income

  SBI Life Q2 net profit up 11% on 8% premium growth; first-year premiums rise, VoNB up, and distribution reforms eyed for future growth.

• October 28, 2026 06:37

  L&T Q2 profit grows 33% to ₹5,202 crore, sees record order intake 

  Larsen & Toubro reported its highest ever quarterly order inflow of ₹1.47 lakh crore as it delivered 33 per cent year on year growth in net profit to ₹5,202 crore in second quarter FY 2027.

  In the same period last year the company had posted net profit of ₹3,926 crore.

  Net profit growth in second quarter FY 27 was led by 16 per cent growth in operating revenue to ₹78,750 crore. Lower finance costs, treasury income and efficiency in working capital also contributed to gains. Read more

• October 28, 2026 06:37

  Maruti Q2 profit declines 26% YoY, hit by global tensions, adverse forex movement

  

  Maruti Q2 profit declines 26% YoY, hit by global tensions, adverse forex movement

  Maruti Suzuki reports a 26% YoY Q2 net profit drop due to global tensions and forex headwinds, despite 26% revenue growth.

• October 28, 2026 06:37

  Stock to buy today: Ather Energy (₹1,671) – BUY

  The short-term outlook for Ather Energy is bullish. This week’s 20 per cent surge marks the end of the corrective fall that has been in place since September. This week’s rise has also taken the share price well above the key ₹1,500-₹1,520 resistance zone. That confirms the resumption of the broader uptrend. The ₹1,520-₹1,500 region will now act as a strong resistance-turned-support and limit downside. Read more

• October 28, 2026 06:35

  Weekly Rupee View: Gains remain capped  

  The rupee depreciated 19 paise against the dollar over the past week and ended at 95.12 on Tuesday. It was weighed down by renewed strength in the greenback and elevated crude oil prices. However, foreign portfolio inflows provided some support to the local currency.

  Foreign flows remained positive for the second consecutive week. According to NSDL data, net FPI inflows stood at about $510 million over the past week, bringing cumulative net outflows in October down to around $3.8 billion. Read more

• October 28, 2026 06:31

  Stock market ends flat as Infosys drags IT stocks, defence shares rally

  Benchmark indices ended virtually unchanged on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, but beneath the flat headline numbers lay a sharply divided market—Infosys dragged IT stocks down over 1.4 per cent after cutting its FY27 revenue outlook, while smallcap stocks surged 2.69 per cent. The government cleared a ₹2.12 lakh crore defence acquisition package with 82 per cent earmarked for domestic manufacturers. Read more

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