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Nomura has raised its target price for Tata’s Titan Company to Rs 4,500, citing strong demand and festive-season jewellery sales. The stock has gained 15% this year. Titan reported 22% revenue growth in Q2 FY26, with jewellery sales up 18.8%. Margins remain steady despite gold price pressure, though risks exist from high gold prices and competition. Nomura forecasts strong earnings growth at a 24% CAGR through FY28.

Despite a mixed year for the SME market, ten IPOs delivered exceptional returns, with some tripling investor wealth. Companies like Zelio E-Mobility and TechD Cybersecurity saw significant gains, driven by strong sectoral tailwinds and healthy growth. These outperformers highlight opportunities within specialized sectors like EVs, cybersecurity, and healthcare.

Piramal Finance made its market debut on November 7 at ₹1,270 per share on the BSE, a 13% premium to the discovered price of ₹1,124.20. The stock further rose 3% to ₹1,309 intraday. The listing came via a merger with Piramal Enterprises Ltd (PEL) and was not preceded by an IPO.

LIC stock edged higher after the insurer reported stronger-than-expected margins of 17.6% in 1H FY26, prompting JM Financial to reiterate its ‘Buy’ rating with a Rs 1,111 target. Analysts expect margin resilience, product diversification, and potential GST tailwinds to drive a stronger second half.

Studds Accessories shares dropped 2% on debut amid weak market sentiment. Despite a 73x IPO subscription, strong demand and industry leadership underpin growth prospects and reasonable valuation.

SEBI Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator has flagged over 1 lakh misleading social media posts, warning that unregulated influencers pose a direct threat to investors. Speaking at the CNBC-TV18 Summit, he outlined reforms to enhance transparency, governance, and capital market inclusivity.

Lupin shares rose on Friday after the pharma major reported a robust 73% YoY surge in Q2 FY26 PAT to Rs 1,485 crore, driven by strong sales growth, margin expansion, and operational efficiency. Revenue jumped 24% YoY to Rs 6,831 crore, while EBITDA soared 76%.

Japan s Ministry of Finance is exploring mid-year reviews for government bond issuance. This move aims to boost market stability. Currently, plans are set annually. A recent cut in super-long bond sales eased market oversupply concerns. The proposed change would allow adjustments based on market conditions. This marks a significant shift in Japan s bond issuance framework.

Japanese government bond yields saw an uptick, particularly for longer-term debt, following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi s appointments of fiscal stimulus advocates to key economic roles. This shift has reignited concerns about government spending, impacting yields across various maturities. Market sentiment remains cautious, with fiscal developments and overseas interest rates now the primary drivers for JGBs.

Vietnam s richest man, Pham Nhat Vuong, has launched VinSpace Joint Stock Company to produce planes and spacecraft, expanding Vingroup s diverse portfolio. This new venture, with initial capital of $11.4 million, aims to complement existing Vingroup businesses and explore future growth in aerospace and related fields.