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Coal India, REC, Power Finance Corp, and Indian Oil Corp are among five stocks selected to beat inflation in India. These companies have a strong track record of returning cash to shareholders. Coal India increased its dividend per share from ₹17.00 in FY22 to ₹26.50 in FY26, showing consistent growth.
The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points on Wednesday. Despite this, Naveen Kulkarni of Axis AMC said higher rates are unlikely to derail India’s earnings recovery. He noted that even a 50-basis-point increase would not pose a serious threat to earnings estimates for the Nifty index.
Fund managers turned selective in August as US interest rates rose. They picked large-cap stocks like Coal India and LIC that offered safety and good value. Many funds also bought into pharmaceutical firms and NBFCs. This cautious approach showed how experts navigated market risks while keeping their portfolios steady and secure.
Seven stocks in the Nifty200 pack crossed above their 200-day moving averages on September 16, 2026. Traders use this indicator to spot an overall uptrend. Companies like Marico, Oberoi Realty, Punjab National Bank, United Spirits, Hindalco Industries, ICICI Bank, and Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services showed this positive breakout trend recently.
The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.’s ₹22,569 crore IPO opens today. Shares are priced between ₹1,700 and ₹1,785, offering a discount compared to rival BSE Ltd. While NSE remains India’s largest exchange, growth has slowed. Investors now watch if the exchange can regain its dominant market share after recent regulatory changes.
India’s top private banks are struggling to find experienced CEOs to lead large lenders. HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank are currently hunting for new chiefs. Leena Rajput said, "A CEO search might start with around 20 candidates, but it can narrow down to less than five." This creates challenges.
Brent crude oil fell to $104.62 a barrel on September 17 as Saudi Arabia offered more crude cargoes through Oman. This move eased supply fears despite ongoing Middle East tensions. Daan Struyven from Goldman Sachs said, "recent attacks showed that shipping disruptions could spread and become more severe."
The Delhi ITAT gave relief to Sanjay Sharma for assessment year 2024-25 after an accountant mistakenly selected the old tax regime in an ITR. The tribunal said, "In our considered opinion, the assessee cannot be fastened with the tax liability for mere clerical error committed by her accountant."
Two Mahindra Group stocks, excluding M&M, now offer dividend yields above 3%. Tech Mahindra shares closed at Rs 1,558 on 16th September 2026. The company declared a record Rs 51 dividend per share for FY26. This payout used 94% of its annual profit, as the firm balances growth with investor returns.
Promoters of Jamna Auto Industries, Gland Pharma, and Granules India sold stakes while institutional investors bought shares. On September 11th, Jamna Auto promoters sold a 5% stake at ₹128 per share. These firms showed strong quarterly results, leading investors to build positions as businesses look better for future growth.
India is pushing a Rs 6-lakh-crore nuclear expansion plan involving major industrial groups. This build-out creates big opportunities for firms like Ratnamani Metals, which supplies critical pipes for reactors. Its joint venture, RFSS, saw revenue jump 600% in FY26. With new capacity coming by December 2026, the sector looks set for growth.
The National Stock Exchange raised ₹6,746.18 crore from over 150 anchor investors on Wednesday. Overseas funds took 43% of the shares, while domestic institutions contributed 53%. Investors got 37.8 million shares at ₹1,785 apiece. The public offering started on Thursday and will close on Sep 21 for all other bidders.