Sensex gained around 262 points to close at 77,764 on Friday, while Nifty 50 rose more than 95 points to end the session above 24,270 during Friday’s trading session. The sharp gains added nearly Rs 44,155 crore to the total market capitalisation of all companies listed on BSE, pulling it up to Rs 480 lakh…

Investors seeking high returns are eyeing stocks with impressive dividend yields. Vedanta leads the pack with a remarkable 12% yield, followed by Gujarat Pipavav Port at 6.7% and ONGC at 5.5%.

Indian equities are emerging as a stable investment choice amidst global market volatility, particularly as the AI rally cools. While previously overlooked due to limited AI exposure, India’s market is now attracting investors seeking diversification.

Kusumgar’s ₹650 crore IPO will open on July 8 with a 33% grey market premium. The engineered fabrics maker, serving defence and aerospace sectors, is launching a pure offer for sale, while two SME IPOs are also scheduled next week.

Motilal Oswal Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal says purposeful reading shapes better investors and recommends seven timeless investing books, including works by Peter Lynch, Warren Buffett, Philip Fisher and Howard Marks, urging readers to internalise key lessons instead of chasing dozens of titles.

Monarch Networth Capital has maintained Buy ratings on Pricol, Redington, Sundram Fasteners, Travel Food Services and Viyash Scientific, citing strong earnings growth, improving margins and business expansion. The brokerage sees upside potential of up to 27% across these stocks.

Retail investors raised stakes in 195 Nifty Smallcap 500 stocks during the March 2026 quarter, with over 100 delivering 25-185% returns since April. Four stocks turned multibaggers, while Cemindia Projects, Apollo Micro Systems and Lloyds Engineering led the rally.

Motilal Oswal Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal says purposeful reading shapes better investors and recommends seven timeless investing books, including works by Peter Lynch, Warren Buffett, Philip Fisher and Howard Marks, urging readers to internalise key lessons instead of chasing dozens of titles.

Kusumgar’s ₹650 crore IPO will open on July 8 with a 33% grey market premium. The engineered fabrics maker, serving defence and aerospace sectors, is launching a pure offer for sale, while two SME IPOs are also scheduled next week.

Gold has corrected sharply from record highs as a stronger US dollar, elevated bond yields and expectations of prolonged higher interest rates weighed on prices. Experts view the decline as a technical correction, recommending staggered buying and long-term holding amid supportive structural demand.