What's Driving Markets Higher On Monday? Full Market Analysis And Top Sectors & Stocks

In today's episode of Business Today TV, anchor Shailendra Bhatnagar delves into the recent fluctuations in the Indian stock markets. Despite opening 200 points down in the pre-open session, both Nifty and Sensex rebounded during the opening trade. Nifty is trading at 22,478.50, up 81.30 points (0.36%), while Sensex stands at 74,117.75, an increase of 288.84 points (0.39%).

 

Sector-wise, Nifty Pharma and Healthcare lead with 1.5% gains, followed by Nifty Financial Services up 0.9%, and Nifty Bank mirroring this trend. Conversely, Nifty IT and FMCG sectors are down by 0.6% and 0.31%, respectively. This positive sentiment aligns with global markets, as indices like Nikkei 224 and Hang Seng have risen over 1%.

 

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) net sold shares worth ₹792.90 crore, whereas Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) net bought shares totaling ₹1,723.82 crore on March 13.

 

Key stocks in focus Today:

 

1. Apollo Hospitals: The board has approved a ₹742.5 crore investment by Rasmeli Limited into Apollo Healthco Limited.

2. Zydus Life: Received USFDA approval for Eluxadoline Tablets with 180 days of exclusivity, targeting a $243.7 million market.

3. Maharashtra Seamless: Secured a ₹298 crore order for seamless pipes.

4. Ceigall India: Awarded a project worth ₹923 crore.

5. GSPL: Received approval for the Anjar-Palanpur pipeline expansion.

6. MTNL: Defaulted on principal and interest payments to banks.

7. Infosys: Proposed a $17.5 million settlement for class action lawsuits.

8. Alkem Laboratories: Alkem Medtech acquired a 100% stake in Bombay Ortho.

9. Muthoot Finance: Gold Loan AUM surpassed ₹1 lakh crore.

10. IndusInd Bank: The lender is well-capitalized, with a Capital Adequacy Ratio of 16.46% and a Provision Coverage Ratio of 70.20% as of December 31, 2024. The bank's Liquidity Coverage Ratio stands at 113% as of March 9, 2025, exceeding the regulatory requirement of 100%.

11. Tata Motors: The board will meet on March 19 to consider a fundraising proposal up to ₹2,000 crore.

12.Ola Electric: Rosmerta Digital Services Ltd has taken Ola Electric to court for defaulting on a payment of approximately ₹18-20 crore.

13. SpiceJet: Chairman Ajay Singh sold 1.15 crore shares, amounting to 0.89% of total equity, via block deals totaling ₹52 crore.

14. Vishal Mega Mart: The shareholder lock-in period ends on March 17, warranting investor attention.

15. Shilpa Medicare: The US FDA issued Form 483 with zero observations for its Raichur-based unit-2.

 

Join us as we analyze these developments, offering insights to help you navigate the current market landscape.

 

Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or stock recommendations. Please consult your financial advisor before making any investment decisions.