Global markets show mild positivity in US and Europe, while Asian indices decline. FIIs remain buyers, DIIs heavy sellers. Metals outperform amid safe-haven demand; energy mixed. Key earnings from financials ahead. Corporate updates mixed. Reserve Bank of India liquidity action, International Monetary Fund caution, and easing geopolitical tensions shape macro sentiment for near-term outlook today.
Global Market Futures (as of 06:38 AM IST)
US Market (Futures)
Nasdaq: +0.03%
Dow Jones: +0.16%
S&P 500: +0.10%
European (Futures)
Ftse 100: +0.12%
Cac 40: +0.15%
Dax : +0.07%
Asian:
NIKKEI 225: -0.78%
KOSPI: -0.41%
Taiwan Weighted Index: -0.50%
ASX 200: -0.52%
Gift Nifty (Prev. Close): 24168.00 (-0.46%)
FII and DII Trading Activity April 16, 2026 in Cash market:
FIIs / FPIs: Net Buy of ₹382.36 crores
DIIs: Net Sell of ₹3,427.75 crores
Key Results Today: Jio Financial Services, Bajaj Consumer Care, Aditya Birla Money, Mastek, Blue Blends (India), Eco Hotels and Resorts, Hathway Cable & Datacom, and Infomedia Press will announce their quarterly earnings today.
Key Results on April 18: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Yes Bank, Bharat Coking Coal, Network 18 Media & Investments, Nilachal Refractories, and Suryachakra Power Corporation will release their quarterly numbers on April 18.
Commodity Market Updates
International commodity markets are exhibiting mixed trends with metals showing relative strength. Gold is trading higher around 4,816, with spot XAU/USD near 4,795, reflecting sustained safe-haven demand. Silver is also firm at approximately 78.84, while copper is gaining modestly near 6.05, indicating stable industrial sentiment. In contrast, energy markets are uneven—WTI crude oil has declined to about 93.36, suggesting short-term demand concerns, whereas Brent crude is slightly up near 98.26, showing relative resilience. Natural gas prices are softer at around 2.66, pointing to subdued demand. Overall, metals are leading gains while energy markets remain volatile and directionally mixed.
Key Corporate Updates:
Positive:
- Angel One Ltd: Reports strong Q4 performance with revenue at ₹14.59B and profit at ₹3.2B; announces ₹3B capital infusion into subsidiaries, plans NCD issuance up to ₹15B, and increases borrowing limits to ₹200B.
- Waaree Renewable Technologies Ltd: Delivers robust Q4 results with revenue at ₹11.02B and net profit at ₹1.55B.
- VST Industries Ltd: Posts stable earnings (₹6.89B revenue, ₹1.17B PAT) and recommends ₹12/share dividend.
- CESC Ltd: Signs power purchase agreements for 600 MW wind-solar hybrid projects, strengthening renewable portfolio.
- Setco Automotive Ltd: Receives regulatory clearance to resume operations at SASPL unit after compliance verification.
- RBM Infracon Ltd: Successfully drills two oil wells in Gujarat, plans additional drilling, and expands globally with Oman subsidiary incorporation.
- Dodla Dairy Ltd: Secures 7.15-acre land on long-term lease for expansion of milk product manufacturing.
- Isgec Heavy Engineering Ltd: Enters MoU with Nigeria’s NSDC for sugar plant development, expanding international footprint.
- Rishabh Instruments Ltd: Subsidiary Lumel secures €3M export order from German energy firm.
- DCM Shriram Ltd: Forms JV with Teknor Apex for advanced specialty polymer solutions.
- HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd: Reports stable margins (VNB 24.2%), strong premium income ₹258.29B, declares dividend, raises ₹10B via preferential issue to HDFC Bank, and reappoints CFO.
- Firstsource Solutions Ltd: Launches Kairos AI-powered enterprise intelligence platform.
- Investment & Precision Castings Ltd: Secures significant order from MKU Ltd.
- Aditya Infotech Ltd: Enters 50:50 JV with Orient Cables for cable manufacturing expansion.
- Wipro Hydraulics: Signs agreement with Indecco to expand product offerings.
- Piramal Pharma Solutions: Partners with Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services for ADC development and manufacturing.
Negative:
- Alok Industries Ltd: Reports Q4 net loss of ₹1.93B despite ₹9.83B revenue.
- Shree Cement Ltd: Receives tax demand of ₹83.1M.
- Ansal Housing Ltd: Faces tax demand of ₹192M.
- Globtier Infotech Ltd & Tipco Engineering India Ltd & Kalyani Steels Ltd: Announce CFO-level resignations, indicating leadership churn.
- SpiceJet Ltd: Aircraft incident in Delhi leads to grounding and pilots being off-rostered pending investigation.
- Bharat Gears Ltd: MD files appeal against passport revocation, raising governance concerns
Neutral / Others
- Wipro Ltd: The Company reported a slight miss on revenue and profit, with cautious Q1 guidance due to client-specific issues and delayed deal ramp-ups. However, it announced a ₹150B share buyback, strong bookings of $3.45B, and maintained a stable demand outlook driven by BFSI and AI-led spending.
- Axis Bank Ltd: To evaluate fundraising options.
- Eforu Entertainment Ltd: Board to consider fund raising via preferential issue.
- VA Tech Wabag Ltd: Awaiting Kuwait project award; clarifies no confirmed large Saudi project.
- Hindustan Copper Ltd: Evaluating exploration data from Codelco; no JV discussions underway.
Non-Corporate, Unlisted & Foreign / Macro
- Wipro Ltd ADR: Trades volatile (down ~2–2.4% premarket, later trims losses), reflecting mixed earnings sentiment.
- Renault SA: Plans expansion of EV lineup across small and large vehicle segments, signaling continued EV push.
- Akasa Air: Reports aircraft ground incident and operational disruption (flight returned to bay).
- Zoomcar Holdings Inc: Guides ~70% reduction in FY26 net loss, signaling path to profitability.
- SEBI: Signs MoU with Financial Intelligence Unit for data sharing to curb securities fraud.
- Reserve Bank of India: Announces ₹2T 7-day VRRR auction to manage liquidity.
- India Oil Ministry / PSU Refiners: Increase LPG sourcing diversification; secure 800,000 tons imports and manage FX exposure via special credit lines.
- India Government: Strengthens India-Russia cooperation across mining, steel, and critical minerals sectors.
- Geopolitics (Middle East): Potential Israel ceasefire signals easing geopolitical risk sentiment.
- International Monetary Fund: Warns energy shock from Middle East conflict could slow Asia growth to 4.2–4.4% and impact inflation dynamics.
- India Bond Market: 10-year yield rises to 6.8884% (vs 6.8662%), indicating mild tightening bias.
- Sri Lanka Economy: Strong PMI growth (Services 59.4; Manufacturing 66.7) signals economic recovery.
- India Trade Policy: सरकार considering sulphur export restrictions, which may impact chemical and fertilizer sectors.
Bulk and Block Deals:
Sudarshan Chemical Industries
Nippon India Mutual Fund has acquired 13.82 lakh shares (1.76 percent stake) in Sudarshan Chemical Industries for Rs 111.95 crore, while Theleme India Master Fund has picked up 4 lakh shares (0.5 percent stake) for Rs 32.4 crore. The purchase price for both transactions was Rs 810 per share.However, Rahul Pradeep Rathi, Pradeep Ramwilas Rathi, and Anuj Narayandas Rathi, who were promoters, offloaded a 3 percent stake in Sudarshan Chemical Industries for Rs 191.09 crore.
Zee Entertainment Enterprises
Vanguard Group-managed Vanguard International Value Fund sold 49.58 lakh shares (0.51 percent stake) in Zee Entertainment Enterprises at Rs 80.36 per share, valued at Rs 39.84 crore. Vanguard Group, through three funds, held a 5.01 percent stake in the company.
M & B Engineering
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority exited M & B Engineering by selling its entire 12.91 lakh shares (2.26 percent stake) at Rs 324.5 per share, amounting to Rs 41.91 crore. However, 360 ONE Asset Management was the primary buyer, picking up 12.66 lakh shares for Rs 41.09 crore.
Ind-Swift Laboratories
HCP Investments sold 4.77 lakh shares in Ind-Swift Laboratories at Rs 143.58 per share, valued at Rs 6.86 crore, and an additional 5 lakh shares at Rs 137.95 per share, amounting to Rs 6.9 crore. In total, this represented a 1.12 percent stake sale.
IPO Listings:
Mainboard
Om Power Transmission
On-going IPO:
Last Date 21-Apr
Mehul Telecom Ltd (BSE SME)
Upcoming IPO:
NIL
Securities Trading Ex-Dividend on April 17, 2026
Muthoot Finance Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Buy Back of Shares on April 17, 2026
Aurobindo Pharma Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Right Issue on April 17, 2026
Panafic Industrials Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Stock Split on April 17, 2026
Pashupati Cotspin Ltd (From Rs.10 to Rs.1)
Securities Trading Ex-Spin Off on April 17, 2026
Prima Plastics Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Resolution Plan (Suspension) on April 17, 2026
Blue Blends (India) Ltd
Securities Under F&O Ban on April 17, 2026
SAMMAANCAP, SAIL
Source: WOWNEWS24X7, Moneycontrol, Investing.com
