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European markets opened weaker on Wednesday as global sentiment softened, with defence stocks leading losses. The pan-European Stoxx 600 was trading 0.3% lower at 12:50 p.m. IST (8:20 a.m. London time), with most sectors and major regional bourses in negative territory. here

Hero MotoCorp, on Wednesday, introduced the 2025 Glamour X 125 in India, priced at ₹89,999 for the Drum variant and ₹99,999 for the Disc variant (ex-showroom, Delhi). here

Shares of Infosys Ltd. gained over 3% on Wednesday, August 20, as brokerage firm Kotak Institutional Equities projected a 28.5% upside on the stock from Tuesday’s closing price. here

Market Watch: Jay Thakkar of ICICI Securities

Stablecoins have grown into a nearly $270 billion global market, offering a bridge between the world of cryptocurrencies and traditional finance. These digital tokens are pegged to the value of stable assets such as fiat currencies, gold, or other financial instruments. here

Sula Vineyards, India’s largest producer and seller of wine, is exploring expansion into the premium spirits segment, sources told CNBC-TV18.

Sula is said to be in discussions with two to three smaller brands for potential acquisitions. The move aims to facilitate entry into the whisky, skotch, and vodka segments, with Sula looking to conclude the acquisition ‘soon’.

Nazara Technologies’ joint MD & CEO Nitish Mittersain said the company’s earnings will not be affected by the proposed online gaming bill, even though its ₹800 crore-plus investment in PokerBaazi could be at risk. here

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar embarked on a three-day visit to Moscow on Tuesday, August 19, to strengthen the India-Russia bilateral relations. here

Market Watch: Jyoti Gupta, Research Analyst, Nirmal Bang Institutional Equities

On Defence

For the defence sector, the first half of the year is always lumpy, but the third and fourth quarters would give you a surprise with revenue recognition, materially improving as most of the platforms have moved to the execution phase. So overall, structurally, we are positive on the entire defence sector and so on Hindustan Aeronautics as well.

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On Vedanta

This stock has been sideways. It is lacking momentum on the upside. We have seen metals providing some sort of respite, but this stock has been lacking that momentum. In fact, below ₹440, we can see some sort of selling pressure increasing. I wouldn’t be surprised if the stock goes to levels of ₹400-405.

Natco Pharma on Wednesday, August 20, announced it has launched oral suspension tablets used in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Gopal Jain, a Senior Lawyer at the Supreme Court, believes the sweeping framework of the Online Gaming Bill, 2025, could weigh heavily on investor sentiment, jobs, and innovation. He stressed the need for deeper examination through consultation and debate before the legislation takes final shape. here

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Vedanta Demerger Case

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. on Wednesday, August 20, clarified that reports of a potential acquisition by the company are premature and should not be relied upon. here

Shares of NTPC Ltd. gained on Wednesday, August 20, as brokerage firm CLSA projected a 37% upside on the stock after its analyst meet. here

The BJP-led Central government is likely to introduce the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. The bill intends to prohibit the offering, operation, facilitation, advertisement, promotion, and participation in online money games via any computer resource, mobile device, or the internet, particularly where such activities take place over state borders or in foreign jurisdictions. here

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India’s stock market has had a tough year, but things could be looking up. Falling oil prices, some policy breathing space at home, and potential rate cuts may give investors reasons to be more optimistic, says Geoffrey Dennis, independent emerging markets commentator. here

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