On April 17, four stocks from the NSE list with market caps over Rs 10,000 crore saw their close prices drop below the 200 DMA, signaling a negative trend.

Infosys reported a 12% YoY drop in Q4 net profit and missed revenue estimates. The company in its guidance has projected revenue growth of 0%–3% in constant currency and an operating margin of 20%–22% for FY26.Brokerages like Nuvama and Emkay cut FY26-27 EPS and target prices but maintained Buy ratings, citing deal wins and cautious growth guidance.

ICICI Bank Q4 preview: The lender’s net interest income (NII)—the gap between interest earned and interest paid during the quarter—is expected to grow by 7.6% to 11% compared to the same quarter last year, likely falling between ₹20,543 crore and ₹21,170 crore.

HDFC Bank’s results will set the tone for BFSI earnings. MOFSL remains bullish, picking five financial stocks—Kotak Bank, Chola, Paytm, Poonawalla, and PNB Housing—expecting 10–15% potential returns.

Yes Bank is expected to post strong YoY earnings growth in Q4FY25, with PAT rising up to 44%, according to JM Financial and Anand Rathi. While profit momentum remains solid, margin pressure persists. Divergent projections reflect mixed views on profitability, NII growth, and loan performance.

Gold prices experienced a dip of Rs 400 per 10 grams on Thursday due to profit booking, following a record high of Rs 95,935. Experts remain bullish, citing ongoing uncertainties, but caution against potential hurdles like tariff agreements. Analysts suggest a buy on dips strategy, anticipating resistance around Rs 99,000, while closely monitoring international prices and key support levels.

FIIs increased stakes in 10 Nifty500 mid-cap stocks in Q4 FY25, with notable hikes in IndusInd Bank, AWL Agri, and UPL, indicating growing foreign interest in select sectors.

Hero MotoCorp has announced a temporary production halt at four plants—Gurugram, Dharuhera, Haridwar, and Neemrana—from April 17 to 19 for maintenance and supply alignment. Production will resume on April 21. Despite a recent stock dip, the company reported strong FY25 sales, including a 200% surge in EVs and robust premium and global growth.

Angel One shares: The brokerage firm reported a 38% decline in profit after tax (PAT) on a quarter-on-quarter basis, falling from ₹281.5 crore in Q3 FY25.