Stock In Focus: Easy Trip Planners Expands Into Aviation 

EaseMyTrip.com received in-principle board approval to acquire a 49% stake in Big Charter Pvt., a prominent player in India’s charter aviation sector, to capitalise on high-margin segments like charter services and non-scheduled operator permit (NSOP) operations.

SEBI Introduces Key Reforms

Market regulator SEBI has announced multiple reforms, including

  • Forming a high-level panel for conflict of interest disclosures by board members.

  • Easing disclosure norms for foreign portfolio investors.

  • Extending the fee collection period for research analysts to one year.

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IT Stocks: Time To Buy The Dip?

UBS believes the IT sector’s correction has been overdone, despite company-specific issues dragging revenue growth.

The brokerage expects 5-7% consensus earnings cuts, but still views FY26 as better than FY25.

UBS sees a near-term sector multiple rebound and maintains ‘Buy’ ratings on TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and HCL Tech, with reduced target prices.

Ola Electric Settles Dues, Avoids Insolvency

Ola Electric Mobility has settled all outstanding dues with Rosmerta Group, totaling Rs 267.52 crore, and the latter has withdrawn its insolvency petitions against the EV maker.

The settlement was reached amicably between Ola Electric’s subsidiary and Rosmerta Group.

Source: Exchange Filing

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Central Bank Of India Launches Rs 1,500 Crore QIP

Central Bank of India has initiated a qualified institutional placement (QIP) to raise up to Rs 1,500 crore, with an option to increase the issue size by up to Rs 500 crore.

The QIP offers over 37 crore shares, with a greenshoe option of an additional 12.3 crore shares. The indicative price of Rs 40.49 per share represents a 13.7% discount to the last closing price.

The shares will be allotted to winning bidders on April 1 and will be tradable from April 3.

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Gold Prices Slump To Rs 87,710 

Gold prices dipped to Rs 87,710 per 10 grams as on March 25, according to the India Bullion Association.

City specific rates saw Delhi at Rs 87,400, Mumbai at Rs 87,550, and Kolkata at Rs 87,430. Chennai recorded the highest price at Rs 87,800.

Oil Prices Continue To Stay Under Pressure

Brent Crude declined in Tuesday’s session to trade at $72.98, down 0.03%. Meanwhile WTI Crude Oil was also down 0.04% trading at $69.08 per barrel.

The volatility comes in the wake of second round of tariffs set to be imposed by US President Trump starting April 2.

US Market Update: Stocks Surge Amid Trade Sanction Relief Hints

US stocks experienced one of their strongest sessions this year, with the Nasdaq 100 rising by 2.2%.

This surge was fueled by indications that US trade sanctions might be less severe than anticipated, including hints from President Trump that certain countries may receive exemptions.

The S&P 500 rose 1.8%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 1.4%. 

Meanwhile, bonds and gold declined, and the dollar showed mixed movements.

Asia Market Update: Indices Ended With Gains

Asian stocks climbed early on Tuesday, following a strong session for US equities. Signs that President Trump’s trade sanctions might be less severe than expected boosted market sentiment.

Australian and Japanese indices also advanced, rebounding from recent selloffs.

The Nikkei was up 0.84%, S&P ASX 200 rose 0.52%, while Kospi advanced 0.22%. Hang Seng futures were up 0.31%.

US futures remained mixed, with contracts for S&P 500 flat and Nasdaq 100 declined 0.03%. Dow Jones was also down 0.03%.

Gift Nifty Above 23,500: Wipro, Hyundai Motor May React

On the second trading session of the week, the Gift Nifty was trading above the 23,500 mark, as it rose 0.24% to trade at 23,753 as of 7:28 a.m.

Wipro Ltd. is among stocks expected to react, as the company has introduced AI-driven autonomous agents for Agentforce, aiming to enhance and simplify experiences for patients and providers.

Hyundai Motor India Ltd. announced an investment of Rs 694 crore to establish a new tooling center in India.

GIC Housing Finance approved the appointment of Sachindra Salvi as managing director and chief executive officer.

The benchmark equity indices extended gains for the sixth straight session on Monday, the longest winning streak since September 2024.

The indices closed near a two-month high as the NSE Nifty 50 ended 307.95 points, or 1.32% higher at 23,658.35, while the BSE Sensex closed 1,078.87 points, or 1.4% up at 77,984.38.

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