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Healthcare and Pharma Lead Gains in Yesterday’s Stock Market

In a day marked by positivity, healthcare and pharmaceutical stocks emerged as the top performers in the stock market. Let’s delve into the highlights of yesterday’s trading session and key developments in the financial landscape.

Market Overview

The stock market witnessed a surge in healthcare and pharma stocks, while only four stocks closed in the red within the Nifty 50 index. However, most other Asian stock markets experienced losses, contrasting with the buoyant sentiment in India.

Top Gainers

Among the top gainers in the Nifty 50 were:

• Dr. Reddy’s: Surging to Rs 6,121.15, marking a substantial increase of 4.80%.
• Eicher Motors: Climbing to Rs 3,839.60, with a notable rise of 3.64%.
• Sun Pharma: Reaching Rs 1,418.45, reflecting a significant increase of 3.40%.
• Divi’s Labs: Touching Rs 3,670.60, showing a commendable uptick of 3.35%.
• Tata Motors: Reaching Rs 884.20, with a solid increase of 2.95%.

Top Losers

On the flip side, the top losers in the Nifty 50 included:

• L&T: Declining to Rs 3,479.75, marking a decrease of 4.23%.
• Titan: Falling to Rs 3,697.55, experiencing a marginal decrease of 1.02%.
• Tata Consumer: Slipping to Rs 1,118.00, with a slight decrease of 0.44%.
• BPCL: Dropping to Rs 502.35, showing a minor decrease of 0.37%.

Quarterly Results

Key quarterly results were reported by prominent companies, including:

• Maruti Suzuki: Witnessing a 33% year-on-year increase in net profit, reaching Rs 3,206.8 cr, and a 14.4% rise in revenue to Rs 31,860 cr.
• Sun Pharma: Reporting a 17.4% increase in net profit to Rs 2,561 cr and a 10% rise in revenue to Rs 12,381 cr. Additionally, the company announced an interim dividend of Rs 8.50, with a record date set for 9 Feb.

Recent Developments

Several notable developments unfolded in the financial landscape, including:

• Reduction in Import Duty: The Finance Ministry reduced the import duty on spare parts used in mobile phone manufacturing to 10%, down from 15%.
• Fiscal Deficit: India’s fiscal deficit stands at Rs 9.82 lakh cr, constituting 55% of the full-year target of Rs 17.87 lakh cr, reflecting a decrease compared to the same period last year.
• Stocks in News: Paytm Payments Bank faced restrictions from the RBI, while Kaynes Technology acquired Digicom Electronics, and Coromandel International announced a significant investment in Andhra Pradesh. Infosys secured a 7-year contract from Musgrave in Ireland to automate IT operations.
• IPO Corner: BLS E-Services witnessed strong subscription rates, while Nova Agritech listed with a notable gain of 34.1%.

Market Indices and Long-Term Returns

In the broader financial landscape:

• Gold and Silver: Gold saw a modest increase, while silver experienced a slight decline. The USD-INR exchange rate witnessed a minor decrease.
• International Markets: Dow Jones registered a slight increase, while Nasdaq experienced a marginal decline.
• Long-Term Returns: Over the past 20 years, Indian indices Sensex and Nifty displayed robust annualized returns, outperforming their counterparts in the United States.

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The stock market exhibited a positive trend with healthcare and pharma sectors leading the gains. Despite fluctuations in international markets, Indian indices showcased resilience and promising long-term returns. Investors remain vigilant amidst evolving economic and regulatory landscapes, navigating opportunities and challenges in the dynamic world of finance.