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The Sensex surged 1,079 points on Monday, closing at 77,984. Seven BSE200 stocks touched their 52-week highs, signaling strong market momentum. A 52-week high is a key indicator for traders, reflecting peak stock performance and potential future growth.

A "Turnaround Story YoY" refers to a company shifting from a net loss last year to a net profit this quarter. In the Nifty smallcap segment, five stocks achieved this recovery in Q3 FY24, based on StockEdge profitability scan data.

The RBI’s $10 billion buy-sell swap auction received $22.3 billion in bids, more than double the notified amount, with an average premium of 592 paisa. The move aims to address banking liquidity deficits, with final settlement in March 2028.

The Indian rupee surged to 85.63 per dollar, erasing 2025 losses amid strong foreign inflows and exporter dollar sales. The currency gained 2.1% in March, outperforming Asian peers. Foreign portfolio investors bought $1.3 billion in stocks and bonds, supporting the rupee s appreciation.

Indian markets extended their winning streak to six days, with Sensex surging over 1,000 points and Nifty50 closing above 23,650. Realty, banking, and power stocks saw strong buying. Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank, and Bajaj Finance hit fresh 52-week highs.

power sector stocks: India’s power sector is witnessing strong demand growth, with peak demand projections rising. Experts see near-term investment opportunities in NTPC, KEC International, and Kalpataru Projects. However, high valuations and low ROE in utilities pose long-term concerns.

US stock indexes opened higher on Monday, helped by signs the Trump administration is taking a measured approach on tariffs against its trading partners, while investors awaited economic data for clues on the health of the economy and inflation.

Capital markets regulator Sebi board on Monday decided to allow investment advisers and research analysts to charge advance fees for up to one year.

Gold prices plunged Rs 700 to Rs 90,550 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday amid persistent selling by the jewellers and stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association.