Defence stocks face continued selling pressure, with technical indicators suggesting further weakness. Geojit Investments' Anand James advises caution against premature bottom-fishing in the sector. Meanwhile, the Nifty Metal index shows bullish signs with strong upside potential, and specific stock recommendations are provided for Anantraj and Sequent.
The government's 100% FDI in insurance is expected to boost sector penetration rather than disrupt established players, according to Nitin Raheja. While smaller insurers may benefit from capital infusion, larger ones are well-capitalized. The move also allows combined life and general insurance operations, offering scale benefits and a positive outlook for the sector.
Hindustan Zinc share price surged after Jefferies initiated coverage with a 'Buy' rating, targeting Rs 660. Record silver prices and strong cost efficiency are driving growth, with earnings projected to expand significantly. The company's robust cash generation and healthy returns are expected to continue, making it a key beneficiary of metal price trends.
Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mahindra AMC advocates a pragmatic 2026 investment strategy, emphasizing earnings visibility and valuation comfort. He suggests a multi-asset allocation of 55% equities (midcap, largecap, smallcap), 20% precious metals (favoring gold), and 30% fixed income, balancing risk and return amid market shifts.
In the Nifty500 pack, 14 stocks' closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on December 12, 2025, according to stockedge.com's technical scan data. The 200-day daily moving average (DMA) is used by traders as a key indicator for determining the overall trend in a particular stock. As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily timeframe, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend. Take a look:
Hong Kong's stock market has experienced a remarkable turnaround. Share sales have surged, making it Asia's leading fundraising hub. This boom is fueled by Chinese companies seeking global expansion. India, mainland China, and Japan also saw strong dealmaking. Despite global challenges, Hong Kong's market shows robust activity. Investors are now focusing on quality deals.
Wealthy Asian investors are pouring record funds into complex stock products. Issuance of these products linked to Hong Kong and Singapore equities has surged significantly this year. Accumulators and fixed-coupon notes are particularly popular. This trend coincides with a surge in Asian equities driven by artificial intelligence. These instruments offer controlled stock exposure, though complexity can amplify losses.
Nifty has stabilized near recent highs, consolidating after a rebound from the 25,700 zone. The index faces resistance at 26,05026,300, with a decisive move above this level potentially leading to a rally towards 26,35026,500. Immediate support is seen at 25,900.
