Angel One s Rajesh Bhosale suggests the market may remain pressured unless it surpasses 25,000, with 24,600 as a crucial support level. While FMCG and pharma sectors offer some support, heavyweights lag.

Gold has emerged as the fastest growing component of India s foreign exchange reserves in recent years, with the value of the yellow metal climbing more than 80% in the past 5 years. Its share in India s foreign exchange reserves climbed to 12.1% as of July 18, 2025, from 8.9% as of July 19, 2024.

HDFC Bank raised its LCR by 6 percentage points to 124%, Yes Bank by 10 percentage points to 135%, while Canara Bank saw the largest increase, with its LCR rising to 144% from 125% in Q4FY25. On average, LCR rose by approximately 6.5 percentage points during the June quarter of FY26, showed an analysis of the earnings statements.

Indian equity indices experienced a third consecutive session of decline due to disappointing first-quarter earnings, raising concerns about market valuations. The broader market witnessed a sharper downturn, particularly in mid-cap and small-cap stocks, as investors reduced risky positions amid growing uncertainty. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, contributing to the overall bearish sentiment.

Jane Street has requested additional time from the Securities and Exchange Board of India to address allegations of market manipulation. The Wall Street firm is responding to an interim order issued by Sebi. Jane Street has also sought access to documents used as evidence by the regulator.

Analysts suggest investors consider subscribing to National Securities Depository s (NSDL) upcoming IPO, citing its attractive pricing compared to peer CDSL. The ₹4,011 crore IPO, opening Wednesday, is priced at ₹760-800 per share. Experts highlight NSDL s duopoly position in the growing Indian capital market, making it a potentially good long-term investment.

Indian real estate stocks plunged following layoffs at TCS, raising concerns about decreased housing demand from IT professionals, particularly in Bengaluru. Analysts predict a potential ripple effect across major metro cities, with the Nifty Realty Index already significantly corrected. Despite concerns, some analysts remain optimistic, citing attractive valuations and potential benefits from recent interest rate cuts.

Brigade Hotel Ventures IPO witnessed a strong response, being oversubscribed 4.48 times on its final bidding day. Retail investors showed significant interest, subscribing 6.4 times their portion, while qualified institutional investors subscribed 5.42 times. The non-institutional investor category was subscribed 1.92 times, with the IPO comprising a fresh issue of ₹759.6 crore.

IndusInd Bank s June quarter net profit declined by 72%. The bank faced deteriorating asset quality and higher provisions. They are awaiting RBI approval for a new CEO. The bank is also seeking to fill other senior executive positions. Net interest income and margins also decreased. Microfinance continues to impact bad loans.

Jane Street Group is contesting market manipulation allegations in India, claiming its controversial options trades responded to high retail investor demand. The firm argues it facilitated options bets, hedging less to minimize market impact. While SEBI scrutinizes Jane Street s activity, the case tests India s regulatory framework amid growing global trading complexities.