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Reports suggest the government may raise the EPF wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000. Many existing pensioners wonder if this means higher monthly payments. However, experts said, "Existing pensioners will not receive an automatic pension increase." Benefits mostly apply to employees who continue working after the new rules start.
Brokerage firms identified five stocks to buy in 2026 for long term gains. Experts said DLF, BSE, Jindal Stainless, Marico, and Kalyan Jewellers could give 10-40% return. These recommendations cover sectors like real estate, metals, and retail. Investors got these insights to help plan their portfolios for the coming years.
Hindalco shares will be in focus on Thursday, August 6, after its US subsidiary Novelis reported better-than-expected operational performance for the June quarter. While adjusted EBITDA grew 13% year-on-year, net debt rose 17% to $7.9 billion. Many analysts said this debt remains a key concern for the company moving forward.
Adobe shares might finally see better days after a tough period. From a February 2024 high to a June 2026 low, the stock fell over 70%. It is down 26% this year, making it the 30th worst performer in the S&P 500. Investors now hope for a more stable future.
Domestic equities ended marginally higher on Wednesday, with the Nifty closing flat at 24,624. Gains in metals and realty sectors helped offset profit booking. Foreign investors net bought shares worth Rs 943 crore. Analysts said, "Indian equities are expected to trade with a positive bias," supported by lower crude prices.
Indian markets ended flat on Wednesday after a volatile session. Shares of PB Fintech, LIC, Trent, Ola Electric, and Cipla are in focus today. PB Fintech reported a 92% profit rise, while Ola Electric signed a battery storage deal. Meanwhile, ONGC plans to sign oil block deals with Venezuela soon.
Indian equities closed slightly higher on 5 August 2026 as the Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate steady at 5.25%. The Sensex gained 152 points to end at 78,581. Amid this market volatility, Raja Venkatraman recommended three stocks for 6 August, including RITES, which currently trades at ₹227.35.
Indian equity markets ended on a flat note as Nifty 50 closed at 24,624.65, up 9.75 points. The RBI held the repo rate steady at 5.25% while raising its FY27 growth estimate to 6.7%. Autos and Realty attracted buying interest, though IT and FMCG stocks faced selling pressure during the session.
Asia-Pacific economies are better prepared to handle El Nino risks, S&P Global Ratings said on August 5. Improved planning and food reserves help the region. “Stronger early preparedness frameworks will keep the overall macroeconomic impact in Asia manageable,” S&P said. India’s large foodgrain stocks should also help contain the potential fallout.
Big Short investor Michael Burry warned of a 1987-type fall despite strong tech earnings. He said, “I must short. Most should not.” Burry believes the AI rally is unsustainable as companies spend billions on infrastructure. He worries that high leverage and low confidence in the US dollar could trigger crashes.
United States crude oil stocks rose by 2.5 million barrels in the week ended July 31, the EIA said. Refinery runs fell as imports climbed to 6.2 million barrels per day. Analyst Matt Smith said, "Strong imports combined with an ongoing slower pace of exports to yield a modest build."
Paramount posted a surprise surge in second-quarter profits as cost-cutting efforts paid off. Earnings grew 27% to $1.1 billion, beating expectations. While streaming profits climbed, the company now faces a March trial over its $110 billion Warner Bros. deal. Chief Operating Officer Andy Gordon said, “All these things are beginning to fire.”