Global Market Futures (as of 05:45 AM IST)
US Market (Futures)
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Nasdaq: -0.29%
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Dow Jones: -0.52%
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S&P 500: -0.35%
European (Futures)
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Ftse 100: -0.03%
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Cac 40: -0.02%
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Dax : +0.02%
Asian (Live Markets)
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KOSPI: -0.90%
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NIKKEI 225: -0.70%
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ASX 200: +0.20%
Gift Nifty: 25559.00 (-0.41%)
FII and DII Trading Activity February 26, 2026 in Cash market:
FIIs / FPIs: Net Sell of ₹3,465.99 crores
DIIs: Net Buy of ₹5,031.57 crores
Commodity Market Updates:
International commodity markets are witnessing mixed trends in early trade, with notable price movements across segments. Gold futures are trading at 5,201.51, up 0.14%, while spot XAU/USD stands at 5,184.92, marginally down 0.01%. Silver is outperforming at 88.070, gaining 1.23%, reflecting strong investor interest in precious metals. Copper is slightly weaker at 6.0223, down 0.04%, indicating cautious sentiment around global industrial demand. In energy markets, WTI crude oil is steady at 65.26, up 0.08%, while Brent crude closed in trade at 70.79, higher by 0.14%. Meanwhile, natural gas is under pressure at 2.823, declining 0.49%. Overall, precious metals show strength, crude remains stable, and gas trends softer.
Results Today
Enkei Wheels (India), Jagatjit Industries, K&R Rail Engineering, and Rain Industries will release their quarterly earnings today.
Key Corporate Updates:
Positive:
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Tata Steel Ltd: Acquired shares of T Steel Holdings worth up to USD 264 million, reinforcing its overseas investment exposure and capital restructuring strategy.
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Gem Aromatics Ltd: Secured export orders aggregating USD 1 million from customers across the USA and Europe, strengthening international revenue visibility.
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Oriental Trimex Ltd: Board approved issuance of FCCBs up to USD 43 million to support growth and funding requirements.
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Brigade Group: Announced projects with expected GDV of approximately ₹7.50 billion and entered a strategic partnership with Primus Senior Living to launch three senior housing communities, enhancing its residential portfolio.
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Anlon Technology Solutions Ltd: Received order worth ₹281.9 million, improving near-term revenue pipeline.
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RailTel Corporation of India Ltd: Secured order valued at ₹170.2 million, reinforcing order book strength in the telecom infrastructure segment.
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BPCL: Incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary in Singapore for energy trading operations, strengthening its global trading footprint and operational flexibility.
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Tata Motors Ltd: Signed MoU with V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority to deploy 40 green hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks, advancing its clean mobility strategy.
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N R Agarwal Industries Ltd: Received GPCB approval for capacity enhancement and revised production capacity to 10,000 MT per month, supporting volume growth.
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Health X Platform / Sastasundar Healthbuddy: Board accorded in-principle approval for merger into the company and is exploring formation of an independent group for healthcare and financial services businesses, indicating strategic restructuring.
Negative:
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PDS Ltd: Step-down subsidiary Brand Collective in Portugal dissolved, indicating rationalization of overseas operations.
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Sudarshan Pharma Industries Ltd: GST inspection conducted by Mumbai Tax Department, creating potential regulatory overhang.
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Archies Ltd: Jagdish Moolchandani resigned as CFO, resulting in senior management transition.
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Hindalco Industries Ltd: CFIUS review in connection with AluChem Companies acquisition temporarily halted due to U.S. government shutdown, delaying transaction closure.
Neutral / Others
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Rajasthan Tube Manufacturing Co Ltd: Appointed Pankaj Joshi as Chief Financial Officer, strengthening leadership oversight.
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Bhadora Industries Ltd: Appointed Kailash Mori as Chief Financial Officer, enhancing financial management framework.
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Signature Green Corporation Ltd: Proposal for amalgamation with Arvind Foods to be considered, subject to board approvals.
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Longspur International Ventures Ltd: To consider fund raising through equity or other securities, subject to board approval.
Non-Corporate, Unlisted & Foreign / Macro
1) RBI: Announced 13 states to raise ₹431.30 billion via loans on March 2, indicating continued state-level borrowing activity.
2) India 10-Year Benchmark Bond: Yield closed at 6.6943% versus previous close of 6.6777%, reflecting marginal uptick in sovereign yields.
3) SEBI: Mandated regulated entities to prominently disclose registered name and number on social media handles to enhance transparency and ease of doing investment.
4) SEBI: Directed mutual funds to value physical gold and silver using polled spot prices published by recognized stock exchanges effective April 1, aligning valuation practices with domestic market conditions.
5) India – Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Stated India will continue consultations to establish peace in West Asia and will advance joint development, production and technology transfer in defence with Israel, along with finalizing a mutually beneficial FTA.
6) Akasa Air: Management indicated over 30% growth achieved last year, with expectations of continued growth ahead; international capacity currently at 25% and set to expand further.
7) Fitch Ratings: Affirmed India Vehicle Finance USD notes at ‘BBB-SF’ with stable outlook and assigned first-time ‘BBB-’ IDR to Indian Overseas Bank with stable outlook, reflecting credit stability.
8) Hilton (APAC Outlook): Executive stated India could have been a top APAC performer absent geopolitical disruptions, highlighting resilience in hospitality demand.
9) Zoomcar: Announced closing of private placement of common stock warrants, strengthening capital base.
Bulk Deals:
Home First Finance Company
Aether (Mauritius) and True North Fund V collectively sold over 55 lakh shares (around 5.3% stake) in Home First Finance Company at Rs 1,190 per share, raising about Rs 660 crore. Meanwhile, Societe Generale and Pictet – Indian Equities acquired stakes worth nearly Rs 314 crore at similar prices.
Zelio E Mobility
Motilal Oswal Financial Services acquired 3.5 lakh shares (1.65% stake) in electric scooter maker Zelio E Mobility at Rs 280 per share. The transaction, valued at Rs 9.8 crore, strengthens Motilal Oswal’s position in the growing electric vehicle segment.
Capital Infra Trust
Larsen & Toubro increased its stake in Capital Infra Trust by acquiring 56 lakh units (1.1%) at Rs 69.5 per unit for Rs 38.92 crore. Meanwhile, Tata Equity Plus Absolute Returns Fund offloaded 69.66 lakh units (1.4%) at the same price, totaling Rs 48.4 crore.
Apollo Pipes
S Gupta Holding purchased 2.43 lakh shares (0.55% stake) in Apollo Pipes at Rs 341.32 per share. The transaction was valued at Rs 8.29 crore, indicating strategic accumulation in the company.
Arisinfra Solutions
Think Investments PCC sold 11.2 lakh shares (1.37% stake) in Arisinfra Solutions at Rs 115.76 per share for Rs 13 crore. Conversely, Mahevarsh Fincon acquired 4.96 lakh shares (0.6% stake) at Rs 115.48 per share, amounting to Rs 5.7 crore
IPO Listings
Mainboard Listing
Gaudium IVF & Women Health
SME Listing
Manilam Industries India
On-going IPO:
Last Date 27-Feb
Omnitech Engineering Ltd
Yaap Digital Ltd (NSE SME)
Last Date 02-Mar
Striders Impex Ltd (NSE SME)
Last Date 04-Mar
IIFL Finance Ltd (Debt)
Acetech E-Commerce Ltd
Upcoming IPO:
NIL
Securities Trading Ex-Dividend on February 27, 2026
Dhunseri Ventures Ltd, Shreeji Shipping Global Ltd, Spice Islands Industries Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Bonus on February 27, 2026
Infobean Technologies Ltd (3:1)
Securities Trading Ex-Amalgamation on February 27, 2026
Narbada Gems and Jewellery Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Interest Payment (Government Securities) on February 27, 2026
795GS2032 (Bonds)
Securities Under F&O Ban on February 27, 2026
SAMMAANCAP
Sources: WOWNEWS24X7, Moneycontrol, Investing.com
