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United Spirits unlocked massive value by selling RCB for Rs 16,660 crore. Meanwhile, the Rajasthan Royals face a potential Rs 15,200 crore takeover.

In the international markets, spot gold rebounded after nine sessions of losses, rising $16.96, or 0.38%, to $4,423.83 per ounce, while silver was trading 1.03% higher at $69.86 per ounce.

Investors can check the Central Mine Planning and Design Institute IPO allotment status on the websites of BSE, NSE, and KFin Technologies.

The GIFT Nifty, an early indicator of Nifty 50's performance, traded at 23,144, compared to the Tuesday's index close of 22,912.40.

Given the current valuation and execution trajectory, the brokerage has initiated coverage on Bajaj Finserv with a Neutral stance.

Adani Power, Bharat Forge and Mphasis among the stocks in focus heading into trade today.

Here's a look at stocks that are likely to be in focus during the trading session on Wednesday.

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Top picks include IT midcap Persistent Systems, financial heavyweight Bajaj Finance, commodity exchange platform MCX, auto components manufacturer Uno Minda, and Eternal.

Brent crude dipped over 4% to drop below $100 a barrel at the open and shares rose in Japan, South Korea and Australia on hopes for a de-escalation.

Market analysts, who spoke toNDTV Profit,have identified high-conviction trading ideas within the Nifty 50 basket

The global benchmark Brent crude futures fell nearly 6% to $98.31 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate futures dropped 5% at $87.65 per barrel.

The S&P 500 Index closed down 0.4%, with four of 11 sectors trading lower. Communications and real estate stocks were the biggest decliners, while energy and materials led gaining sectors.

Expert verdict: Top analysts weigh in on HDFC Bank's value, Bharti Airtel's support levels, and Tata Tech's downtrend.

In 2026 so far, the FPIs have net sold equities worth Rs 1.18 lakh crore.

Despite a sharp correction, market experts tell structural drivers remain intact, with long-term forecasts staying firmly bullish.

As of 7 p.m. IST, Brent crude traded 4.03% higher to $99.86 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate traded 4.81% higher at $92.37 per barrel.

The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite opened 0.61% or 133.67 points lower at 21,813.

Volatility is expected to remain elevated in the near term amid uncertain global cues, rising crude oil prices, and escalating geopolitical tensions, analysts said.

At 7:00 pm, Gift Nifty traded around 22,807, down nearly 140 points, indicating a negative start for the Indian stock market.