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These five stocks surged 10–57% in Q1 FY26 after turning profitable, while others fell, highlighting mixed post-results performance and ongoing volatility in the smallcap segment.

In a rare market phenomenon, both haven and risky assets are soaring together — a move that Kotak Institutional Equities attributes largely to a cocktail of FOMO and greed.

Indian stock markets are trading positively. The Nifty is expected to remain strong as long as it stays above 25,000. Banking and financial stocks are leading the gains. Investors are advised to buy on dips. BSE and IndusInd Bank are highlighted as top stock picks. Pharma and metals sectors are also showing promise.

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty advanced on Thursday, led by gains in IT and metal stocks. Investors turned optimistic ahead of Tata Consultancy Services’ quarterly earnings, while a rebound in base metal prices added momentum to the rally.

The Indian rupee hovered near its all-time low as the Reserve Bank of India intervened to support the currency. Persistent dollar sales by state-run banks, likely on behalf of the RBI, have helped, though economic worries and foreign investor outflows continue to pressure the rupee. Meanwhile, a large IPO provided some boost.

Nifty and Sensex rebounded led by IT, metal, and pharma stocks. Key movers included Saatvik Green Energy, Prestige Estates, Hindustan Zinc, MosChip, Netweb, Swiggy, and Eternal amid mixed earnings and investor action.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) declared a second interim dividend of Rs 11 per share after reporting a 1.4% YoY rise in Q2FY26 net profit to Rs 12,075 crore, with revenue up 2.4% to Rs 65,799 crore.

LG Electronics India s Rs 11,607 crore IPO has shattered records, attracting bids worth Rs 4 lakh crore. Qualified institutional buyers led the charge, with significant oversubscription across all investor categories. This massive response positions it as the third-largest public issue of 2025, signaling strong investor confidence.

LG Electronics India’s Rs 11,607 crore IPO, a 100% offer-for-sale by the Korean parent, faces scrutiny after InGovern flagged Rs 4,717 crore in disputed tax liabilities, ongoing royalty payments, and related-party transactions. The advisory firm warned that adverse outcomes could significantly impact future earnings. Post-listing, LG Electronics will retain 85% control, raising governance and minority shareholder concerns.