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During the week, over 400 smallcap stocks saw negative returns, with 23 experiencing double-digit losses. Suratwala Business Group was the biggest loser at -53%, followed by Best Agrolife (-31%), Dee Development Engineers (-27%), and PTC Industries (-21%). Conversely, 52 stocks, including KDDL, Sandur Manganese, Pennar Industries, Taj GVK Hotels, IKIO Lighting, and Benares Hotels, yielded returns between 10-40%.

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Pharma and realty sectors delivered robust performance this quarter, propelled by strong demand and improved operational efficiencies, much like the previous period. In contrast, energy and infrastructure struggled with income growth challenges. Although revenue expansion decelerated, falling below the average year-over-year increase of the last four quarters, profitability stayed resilient, with margin expansion compensating for slower revenue gains overall performance.

Godrej Industries saw a significant increase in its stock price, jumping 13.2% on Friday and up 38% over the past five trading sessions, following better-than-expected third-quarter results. The company reported a 90% yearly growth in consolidated profits and a 34% increase in revenue from operations.

Nomura has identified Axis Bank as one of its top stock picks due to its attractive valuation after a recent price drop. Despite past underperformance due to slow loan and deposit growth, easing liquidity and improved credit costs are expected to drive future growth and healthier returns.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is investigating the surge in thematic mutual fund launches, which raised about ₹80,000 crore in 2024. Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch mentioned an incentive-driven arbitrage in the proliferation, with thematic funds now managing assets worth ₹4.63 lakh crore.

Standard Chartered Bank reported a modest 3% increase in profit before tax in India for 2024, driven by higher fee and trading income despite a decline in net interest income. However, a surge in provision costs significantly impacted profit growth, and the bank s India loan book shrank slightly.

Nvidia s upcoming profit report could significantly impact the U.S. stock market, as it will confirm the stability of the AI-driven investment trend. Despite a recent setback due to the emergence of Chinese startup DeepSeek, Nvidia s shares have almost recovered. Investors are keenly awaiting the company s earnings and future guidance to gauge the market s direction.

U.S. stocks fell sharply on Friday due to bleak economic data and tariff concerns, closing a volatile, holiday-shortened week. The S&P 500 had its largest one-day drop since December, impacted by weak business activity and consumer sentiment, alongside new tariff threats from President Trump.

Gold prices eased as investors booked profits from the previous session s record high. However, gold is set for an eighth straight weekly gain driven by strong safe-haven demand amid concerns over U.S. President Trump s tariff plans. The uncertainties surrounding global economic growth and political instability have supported the rise in gold prices.