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SEBI has introduced proposals to lower position limits for equity stock derivatives and tighten index derivatives rules to reduce market risks. New position limits will be linked to cash markets, and tighter criteria for offering index derivatives are planned. Feedback from market participants is solicited by March 17th.

Trading below the 200 DMA is considered a negative signal because it indicates that the stock s price is below its long-term trend line.

Anand Rathi has given a sell recommendation for Asian Paints with a target price of Rs 2240, citing a significant market share loss to Birla Opus and reduced profit margins. In the latest quarter, Asian Paints reported a total income of Rs 8692.44 crore and a net profit of Rs 1078.61 crore.

When the closing price rises above the VWAP, it indicates that the closing price is higher than the average price at which the stock was traded throughout the day, with the average weighted by trading volume.

Indian stock indices Sensex and Nifty rose despite negative global cues, supported by gains in ICICI Bank, M&M, and Zomato. Asian markets fell due to concerns about US tariffs on Chinese investments. FIIs continued selling Indian equities, while DIIs kept buying. Crude oil prices went up following US sanctions on Iran. The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar.

Stock market holidays 2025: Indian stock markets will be closed on February 26, 2025, for Maha Shivratri. Trading will resume on February 27, 2025. The stock market holiday calendar includes 14 closures throughout the year, with upcoming holidays set for Holi on March 14 and Id-Ul-Fitr on March 31.

India s startup IPOs have largely disappointed in public markets, with many trading below issue prices. High valuations, lack of profitability, and operational challenges post-IPO are key factors. Regulatory issues and unrealistic market expectations have also impacted shares. However, companies like Zomato and EaseMyTrip have seen success due to strong financials and growth strategies.

Axis Securities has recommended a buy for Kalpataru Projects International, targeting Rs 1,350, which is higher than its current price of Rs 926.65. Kalpataru s robust order book of Rs 61,429 crore and expected 16% CAGR revenue growth from FY24 to FY27, along with projected EBITDA and PAT growth, reinforce its promising financial outlook.

ONGC share price: In the past year, ONGC s shares have decreased by 13.84%. On a year-to-date (YTD) basis, the decline stands at 1.12%. Over the last six months, the stock has fallen by 26.56%, and in the past three months, it has dropped by 4.52%.