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In India, several commodity exchanges cater to different niches, including the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), National Multi Commodity Exchange (NMCE), and Indian Commodity Exchange (ICEX).

Long buildup happens with rising open interest, trading volumes, and stock prices in the F&O segment, signaling a bullish trend. On Wednesday, five stocks saw fresh long positions.

​A base case scenario for 12% to 14% earnings growth on a CAGR basis over the next two years is something that the market is pencilling in and therefore, the premium valuations for India. So, I think India does stand out in terms of how we are positioning vis-à-vis the globe.

Fortis Healthcare posted a 40% increase in its consolidated profit after tax, reaching Rs 174 crore for the quarter ending June 30, 2024. The rise was driven by a strong hospital business. Revenue grew to Rs 1,859 crore, and the company is set to add nearly 700 beds this fiscal year while exploring more growth avenues.

The stock quoted a 52-week high price of Rs 506.85 and a 52-week low of Rs 207.85.

The Nifty Realty index closed 0.84 per cent up at 1000.6.

Footwear firm Bata India Ltd reported a 61.7% increase in standalone net profit to Rs. 174.37 crores in the first quarter ended June 2024, compared to Rs. 107.84 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.