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6 November, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex gains 103 points, Nifty flat amid weak global cues
06
Nov
By The Press Editor
Business

6 November, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex gains 103 points, Nifty flat amid weak global cues

Sensex gains 103 points, Nifty flat amid weak global cues What did Gift Nifty indicate?   Gift Nifty, an early indicator for the Nifty 50, signalled a weak start today, opening down 89 points to 24,510.50 from the previous close of 24,599.50. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) remained buyers on Thursday, i.e. on November 5, with equity purchases of Rs 14,974.68 crore. However, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) extended their selling streak, offloading equities worth Rs 10,444.54 crore.    "India may initially demonstrate relative resilience amid the global market correction, although this should not be mistaken for immunity to broader risk…
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Real estate stock in green as firm reports strong Q2 FY27 results, consolidated net profit surges 101% YoY
05
Nov
By The Press Editor
Business

Real estate stock in green as firm reports strong Q2 FY27 results, consolidated net profit surges 101% YoY

Shares of Indiabulls Limited, a real estate and financial services company, trade in the green after the company announced its unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2026. The company showed robust financial performance, with consolidated net profit surging 101 per cent year on year (YoY). Meanwhile, the stock opened in the green amid a rally in the benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty. They surged on Thursday amid a sharp decline in crude oil prices and hopes that a resolution to the West Asia conflict may happen soon after the results of the…
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Hidden cost of investing: Are investors losing returns without realising it? Find out here
05
Nov
By The Press Editor
Business

Hidden cost of investing: Are investors losing returns without realising it? Find out here

Investors are increasingly concerned about the hidden costs of investing, particularly fund management fees, transaction expenses and taxation. However, the debate often overlooks a fundamental question: what is the investor receiving in return for these costs? According to Arun Patel, Founder and Partner at Arunasset Investment Services, investing should not aim to minimise expenses at any cost, but to maximise long-term, risk-adjusted returns after expenses and taxes. Passive Investing: The Inherent Cost Disadvantage of Index Funds Consider the growing popularity of index funds, often promoted as an inexpensive alternative to actively managed investments. An index fund simply replicates an underlying…
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Gold, silver rebound sharply ahead of Dhanteras, Diwali. What should investors do? Check city-wise rates
05
Nov
By The Press Editor
Business

Gold, silver rebound sharply ahead of Dhanteras, Diwali. What should investors do? Check city-wise rates

Those preparing to buy gold and silver ahead of festivals have faced a major setback as prices have rebounded sharply after correcting over the past few days. Both metals have recovered strongly. In just two days, silver has become about Rs 14,400 per kg more expensive, while gold has also jumped by Rs 7,770 per 10 grams. This rise has increased the worries of buyers planning to buy gold and silver jewellery for the festivals. According to Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) data, gold was Rs 1,38,000 per 10 grams on November 3 and rose to Rs 1,45,770 per 10 grams on…
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IT stock opens in green after company expands into African market with strategic MoU in Ghana
05
Nov
By The Press Editor
Business

IT stock opens in green after company expands into African market with strategic MoU in Ghana

Shares of AI-first technology company Blue Cloud Softech Solutions Limited (BCSSL) opened in the green after the company entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ghana-based Kasten Development Ltd. The stock opened at Rs 18.23, up Rs 0.22, or 1.22 per cent, from the previous close of Rs 18.01 on the BSE. The stock gained further to touch a high of Rs 18.45, up Rs 0.44 or 2.44 per cent. The stock saw some profit booking at these levels and fell to touch the low of Rs 17.86. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 17.86, with a fall…
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Power EPC stock gains as company receives order worth Rs 1,628 crore from Gujarat, check details
05
Nov
By The Press Editor
Business

Power EPC stock gains as company receives order worth Rs 1,628 crore from Gujarat, check details

Shares of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) power company Rajesh Power Services Limited gained on Thursday after the company informed exchanges that it received a turnkey order worth Rs 1,628.74 crore from Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company Limited (DGVCL). With this new order, the company's total order book has increased to approximately Rs 5,400 crore. Previously, the company's order book was approximately Rs 4,000 crore. This represents an increase of approximately 35 per cent. The company said that the project is scheduled to be completed in 24 months. Under DGVCL's SI scheme, it will convert existing overhead power lines to underground…
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HDFC Bank share price gains over 3% as lender gets nod to offer capital gains accounts: Details
05
Nov
By The Press Editor
Business

HDFC Bank share price gains over 3% as lender gets nod to offer capital gains accounts: Details

Shares of HDFC Bank, India's leading private sector bank, gained over 3 per cent on Thursday as the lender has received government authorisation to offer deposits under the Capital Gains Accounts Scheme (CGAS), 1988. Amid this, the stock opened with a gap at Rs 762.80, up 3.64 per cent. However, the stock saw profit booking at higher levels and fell to Rs 751.20 in the early trading session. Last seen, the stock was trading in the green at Rs 751.55, up Rs 15.55 or 2.11 per cent. The market cap of the company stood at Rs 11,59,822.88 crore.  HDFC Bank…
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