NSE is set to gain significantly from its early investment in NSDL, with its stake now valued at Rs 3,840 crore due to NSDL s IPO. While NSE is selling shares to comply with regulatory requirements, it will still realize substantial proceeds.

Antique has given a Buy rating on Larsen & Toubro (L&T) with a target price of Rs 4,000, implying a potential upside of 14% from the current market price of Rs 3,495.

Punita Kumar Sinha advises caution on exporters, especially pharmaceuticals, due to tariff risks. Geopolitical worries persist with wars and economic issues. An earthquake in Russia adds uncertainty. Markets largely ignore these factors due to high liquidity. Tariff negotiations between the US and India are crucial. Oil prices may rise due to sanctions. Domestic-linked portfolios are favored amid earnings slowdown concerns.

The RSI Trending Up scan is an uptrend signal if the RSI value has crossed above 50 from below. "RSI trending up" means that the Relative Strength Index (RSI) values are increasing, suggesting strengthening momentum in the price of the stock.

Devang Mehta suggests focusing on domestic-centric themes due to global uncertainties and potential tariffs. He emphasizes sectors with substantial growth potential (2x-10x), dominant market share, and strong governance. Mehta advises a portfolio centered on capex-oriented themes and discretionary consumption, while minimizing export exposure until the global situation stabilizes. He also highlights the importance of margin of safety.

A 5-year swing high represents the highest price a stock has reached within a five-year timeframe. This level acts as a significant resistance point where the price has historically struggled to go beyond.

The Bank of Japan said Thursday that it kept its main interest rate unchanged at 0.5 percent, as expected by economists. "Japan s economic growth is likely to moderate, as trade and other policies in each jurisdiction lead to a slowdown in overseas economies and to a decline in domestic corporate profits and other factors, although factors such as accommodative financial conditions are expected to provide support," the BoJ said. hih-stu/tym

Asian equities experienced a downturn due to disappointing Chinese economic data and a sharp decline in copper prices. Investors are also assessing the implications of a trade agreement between South Korea and the U.S.