During the week ending October 4, the Sensex dropped by 4.5%, and the smallcap index fell by 2%. However, 11 smallcap stocks saw declines of over 10% during this period. (Data Source: ACE Equity)

Dev Accelerator Ltd plans to raise around Rs 125 crore through an IPO. The company will use Rs 68.95 crore for fit-outs and security deposits in new centers. Rs 30 crore will go towards repaying certain borrowings. Funds will also support general corporate purposes, including expansion to major cities and Continue Reading

Upcoming key corporate actions this week include dividends from Jupiter Wagons and KP Energy, bonus issues by NBCC (India) and Power Mech Projects, and stock splits for Jindal Saw, New Light Apparels, and Rajnish Retail. Record dates are set for these events, determining shareholder eligibility.

The Federal Reserve initiated a surprising rate cut while the US economy shows stable growth and cooling inflation. Chinese stimulus bolstered market sentiment, lifting equities and commodities. However, Middle East tensions and upcoming US elections inject fresh uncertainties. Investors are keen on Q4 earnings, with expectations for large caps to Continue Reading

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In the last five trading sessions leading up to October 4, the Sensex index dropped by around 4.8% or 4,148 points, closing at 81,688, with declines in all sessions. Despite this sharp decline, ETMarkets identified five stocks from the BSE smallcap segment that saw consistent price increases during this period. Continue Reading

With the market experiencing a mild correction, this could be an opportune moment to add select stocks to your portfolio, positioning yourself for strong returns amid a generally bullish outlook.As the festive spirit of Navratri sets in, domestic brokerage firms Bajaj Broking and Choice Broking have picked certain promising stock Continue Reading

Mutual Fund Distributors (MFDs) assist investors in choosing suitable mutual funds. They are certified professionals, regulated by SEBI. MFDs earn commissions from fund houses and offer regular portfolio reviews. Investors should verify MFD credentials, understand commission structures, and stay vigilant about conflicts of interest to ensure their investments align with Continue Reading

Intel’s market value has sharply declined due to missed opportunities in AI and sales losses. However, Intel is initiating a recovery strategy with new partnerships and investments, targeting foundry business expansion and AI market leadership despite competition from Nvidia and others, learning from tech industry missteps.

In a reflection on his career, valuation expert Aswath Damodaran advises investors to avoid taking themselves too seriously, acknowledging the unpredictability of markets and the inevitability of mistakes. He highlights the importance of accepting uncertainty and making peace with factors beyond one’s control.