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Indian Stock Market Trends and Key Stocks to Watch
The Indian stock market had a rough week, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 both dropping.
But things are looking up for Monday, thanks to some good news from the US and Iran.
Some big companies like NTPC, IDFC Bank, and Tata Consumer Products reported their earnings, with mixed results.
NTPC and IDFC Bank did well, but Bank of Baroda and REC had a tough quarter.
Waaree Renewable Technologies got some big contracts for solar projects.
Overall, investors are hoping for a better start to the week.
Indian equity benchmarks extended their losing streak to a fifth straight session on Friday.
The BSE Sensex dropped 332 points to settle at 76,059.77, while the NSE Nifty 50 declined 102 points to close at 23,767.45.
Gift Nifty futures signalled a positive start for Monday, trading near 23,934.
NTPC reported an 11.9% year-on-year rise in standalone net profit to ₹5,342.4 crore for Q1 FY27.
IDFC Bank posted its highest-ever quarterly profit after tax of ₹1,075 crore for Q1 FY27.
Waaree Renewable Technologies secured EPC contracts for ground-mounted solar PV projects with a combined capacity of 800 MWac (1,082 MWp).
- Who
- Indian equity markets, investors, and various companies
- What
- Market trends, stock performance, and corporate earnings
- Where
- India
- When
- Friday, 26 July 2026, and Monday, 27 July 2026
- Why
- Geopolitical tensions, corporate earnings, and market sentiment
Optimistic Market Outlook
Cautious Market Outlook
Market Sentiment
Optimistic Market Outlook
Investors are optimistic due to easing geopolitical tensions and positive global market trends.
Cautious Market Outlook
Investors remain cautious due to rising crude oil prices and geopolitical uncertainties.
Key facts
- BSE Sensex
- 76,059.77
- NSE Nifty 50
- 23,767.45
- Gift Nifty
- 23,934
- NTPC Q1 Net Profit
- ₹5,342.4 crore
- IDFC Bank Q1 PAT
- ₹1,075 crore
- KFin Technologies Q1 Net Profit
- ₹75.2 crore
- Bank of Baroda Q1 Net Profit
- ₹1,278 crore
- Waaree Renewable Technologies EPC Contracts
- 800 MWac (1,082 MWp)
- Bank of India Q1 Net Profit
- ₹213.2 crore
- REC Q1 Net Profit
- ₹4,192.7 crore
- Tata Consumer Products Q1 Net Profit
- ₹427 crore
Quotes
Motilal Oswal brokerage firm
Financial analyst at Motilal Oswal
“We expect margins to remain healthy at 29%, up 90bp YoY. The finalisation of orders, execution of the huge backlog, incremental share of exports, and further indigenisation of modules and subsystems will remain key focus areas.”
livemint.com
Ponmudi R
CEO of Enrich Money
“"Indian equities are likely to begin the week on a positive note as investors take comfort from a temporary easing in geopolitical tensions, lifting risk sentiment across global markets. Market sentiment strengthened after the Trump administration signaled a pause in further military strikes on Iran to allow diplomatic efforts to continue, easing immediate concerns over a broader regional conflict. Reflecting the improved mood, Gift Nifty futures are trading around 23,938, compared with the pre‑”
livemint.com
Sources
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