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Sadot Group, Inc. operates as a restaurant chain business. It operates through the following segments: Muscle Maker Grill Restaurant, Pokemoto Hawaiian Poke Restaurant, Non-Traditional (Hybrid), SuperFit Foods Meal Prep, and Sadot. The firm offers protein- based meals featuring chicken, seafood, pasta, hamburgers, wraps and flat breads. It also provides salads, protein shakes and fruit smoothies. The company was founded by Rodney C. Silva in 2022 and is headquartered in Burleson, TX.

Sadot Group Inc

$SDOT is trending due to increased interest in food and cooking oil stocks, potentially fueled by recent news and a very low float. Community members are actively discussing its potential for a significant price increase, along with possible connections to a cooking oil theme. Some traders are closely watching the stock for a breakout, while also noting recent insider buying.

ASP Isotopes, Inc. is a pre-commercial stage advanced materials company, which engages in the development of technology and processes that will allow for the enrichment of natural isotopes into higher concentration products. Its products include medical, green energy, and Industrial isotopes. The company was founded by Paul E. Mann and Robert Ainscow on September 13, 2021 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

ASP Isotopes Inc

ASPI is trending due to a recent underwritten public offering, sparking discussions around dilution and the company's plans for the raised capital, including a potential spin-off. The community is actively debating the offering's pricing and potential impact on the stock's future, particularly in relation to the nuclear and isotopes sector. Optimistic investors view the raise as necessary for expansion and are anticipating news regarding its use.

SEALSQ Corp. is a holding company, which engages in the security of microcontrollers. It operates through the following geographical segments: North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. It focuses on authentication process, digital certification, and covering individual patents of semiconductors. The company was founded on April 1, 2022 and is headquartered in Cointrin, Switzerland.

SEALSQ Corp

SEALSQ Corp is trending as it hits a billion-dollar valuation, driven by excitement around its role in quantum-safe technology and recent partnerships within the finance, energy, and defense sectors. The community is actively discussing its potential to disrupt the cybersecurity landscape and reach new highs, comparing it to other quantum computing stocks. Some traders are closely monitoring option flow and anticipating a potential short squeeze.

HCM II Acquisition Corp. operates as a blank check company. It was formed for the purpose of entering into a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was founded on April 4, 2024 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

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HCM II Acquisition Corp. ($HOND) is trending due to its upcoming merger with Terrestrial Energy, a molten salt nuclear reactor developer, scheduled for October 20th, with potential for significant upside post-merger. Community interest is fueled by comparisons to peers like $OKLO and the belief that $HOND is undervalued, compounded by the company's inclusion in the Department of Energy's pilot project.

American Battery Technology Co. is a technology company, which engages in the development and marketing of lithium-ion batteries. Its projects include recycling plant, United States Advanced Battery Consortium (USABC), and Tonopah flats. The company was founded on October 6, 2011 and is headquartered in Reno, NV.

American Battery Technology Company

American Battery Technology Company ($ABAT) is trending as investors discuss its potential due to recent progress on its lithium project and growing interest in domestic lithium supply. Community members are focused on the company's long-term potential in the rare earth and battery technology sector, with some expressing excitement about upcoming catalysts and potential government support. The stock's high trading volume and positive feedback are contributing to the ongoing bullish sentiment.

Veritone, Inc. engages in the provision of artificial intelligence (AI) computing solutions to media and entertainment, government, and legal and compliance industries. It operates through the following segments: Advertising, aiWARE SaaS Solutions, and aiWARE Content Licensing and Media Services. The Advertising segment places advertisements for clients, primarily with radio broadcasters, podcasters and digital media producers. The aiWARE SaaS Solutions segment offers solutions through a combination of its direct sales force and indirect channel partners, such as value-added resellers (VARs), distributors, system integrators, managed services providers, and referral partners. The aiWARE Content Licensing and Media Services segment sells and markets activities relating to its digital content licensing services business through its direct sales force. The company was founded by Chad Edward Steelberg and Ryan S. Steelberg on June 13, 2014 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

Veritone Inc

Veritone ($VERI) is trending following contract wins and a preliminary Q3 revenue pre-announcement, sparking significant after-hours gains. The community is actively discussing the potential for further upside, with some speculating on a potential short squeeze and long-term growth driven by AI adoption. Bullish sentiment is fueled by the company's progress in securing contracts with hyperscalers and expanding its presence in the public sector.

A project grown out of the community's love and passion for the weed culture. Launched around early 2025, $weedcoin, “Like Bitcoin but way higher,” emphasizes its alignment with cannabis culture and a laid-back vibe. Unlike other Weed communities, this project leans heavily into community engagement over technical utility, aiming to build a “stoner community” through social media presence and decentralized governance. We also aim to focus on onboarding web2 businesses and users onto web3 through the token.

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Weedcoin is trending as users promote its community-driven approach and culture, drawing comparisons to Bitcoin. Discussions highlight the potential impact of cannabis rescheduling on the crypto, with the community emphasizing a vision of freedom and innovation. Some users are also talking about a collaboration between Weedcoin and Broke Coin.

Bank of America Corp. is a bank and financial holding company, which engages in the provision of banking and nonbank financial services. It operates through the following segments: Consumer Banking, Global Wealth and Investment Management (GWIM), Global Banking, Global Markets, and All Other. The Consumer Banking segment offers credit, banking, and investment products and services to consumers and small businesses. The GWIM segment focuses on solutions to meet clients’ needs through a full set of investment management, brokerage, banking, and retirement products. The Global Banking segment deals with lending-related products and services, integrated working capital management and treasury solutions to clients, and underwriting and advisory services. The Global Markets segment includes sales and trading services, as well as research, to institutional clients across fixed-income, credit, currency, commodity, and equity businesses. The All Other segment consists of asset and liability management activities, equity investments, non-core mortgage loans and servicing activities, the net impact of periodic revisions to the mortgage servicing rights valuation model for both core and non-core MSRs, other liquidating businesses, residual expense allocations and other. The company was founded by Amadeo Peter Giannini in 1904 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

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Bank of America is trending following an earnings release that beat analyst expectations, driven by strong investment banking revenue. Community discussion revolves around the bank's profitability amid rising consumer debt and anticipation of future price movement. Investors are also monitoring analyst ratings and price targets for $BAC.

D-Wave Quantum, Inc. engages in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It provides customers with access to the company’s quantum computing systems via the cloud in the form of quantum computing as a service. It offers professional services such as customer assistance in identifying and implementing quantum-computing applications. The company was founded on January 25, 2022 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

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D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) is trending as it continues to surge, driven by enthusiasm for the quantum computing sector. Community members are actively discussing potential catalysts such as government contracts, partnerships, and a possible acquisition. Some traders are locking in gains, while others suggest the stock is undervalued, drawing comparisons to other high-growth tech companies.

Avalon Holdings Corp. engages in the provision of waste management services to industrial, commercial, municipal, and governmental customers. It operates through the Waste Management Services and Golf and Related Operations segments. The Waste Management Services segment offers waste disposal brokerage and management services, captive landfill management operations, and salt water injection well operations. The Golf and Related Operations segment focuses on the operation and management of golf courses and related country clubs, hotels and resort amenities, athletic centers, and travel agencies. The company was founded on April 30, 1998 and is headquartered in Warren, OH.

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Avalon Holdings ($AWX) is trending due to increased attention on low-float stocks, drawing comparisons to recent runs in similar names. The stock's waste management services and golf course assets, coupled with a relatively small float, are being actively discussed by the community. Traders are closely watching for continuation, noting the stock's history of volatility and potential for a short squeeze.

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With Diwali approaching, domestic brokerage Prabhudas Lilladher has identified a mix of safe picks and high beta plays to prep for the festive rally. According to them, State Bank of India and ITC stand out as stable picks, while HAL and Max Healthcare offer high-risk, high-reward opportunities.&nbsp;Safe Picks: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SBIN.NSE">State Bank of India</a>Prabhudas Lilladher said&nbsp;traders could consider buying on declines toward ₹815, with support at ₹780 and target levels of ₹920, ₹960, and ₹1,020. The stock closed at ₹886 on Wednesday.The stock shows stable technical support, making it a relatively safe pick. The brokerage said that the stock has demonstrated strong open interest writing around ₹800, while daily charts indicate solid support near ₹780, suggesting a favorable risk-reward setup.Safe Picks: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/ITC.NSE">ITC</a>The brokerage said that the stock offers buying opportunities on dips toward ₹380, with support at ₹360 and targets of ₹465, ₹490, and ₹520. The stock closed at ₹400.3 on Wednesday.Multiple support zones in the ₹380 - ₹400 band provide potential for a 20% upside, they added.High-Beta Picks: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HAL.NSE">Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL)</a>Prabhudas Lilladher believes that the stock presents a buying opportunity on declines to ₹4,550, with support at ₹4,300, while target levels are pegged at ₹5,500, ₹5,850, and ₹6,200.&nbsp; The stock closed at ₹4,839.70 on Wednesday.After a steep correction, the stock has strong support around ₹4,400, offering an attractive risk-reward trade.High-Beta Picks: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/MAXHEALTH.NSE">Max Healthcare</a>The brokerage recommends initiating fresh positions on dips toward ₹1,080, with support at ₹1,050, and targets of ₹1,330, ₹1,420, and ₹1,500. The stock closed at ₹1,158 on Wednesday.The stock has been consolidating in the ₹1,060 - ₹1,180 range, and improving option chain sentiment suggests a potential breakout with over 20% upside, they said.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed are those of the SEBI-registered analyst/advisor mentioned in the article, and are not endorsed by Stocktwits. This is not investment advice. Please do your own research or consult a financial advisor.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Diwali Trading Guide: Prabhudas Lilladher Recommends These Four Stocks For This Festive Season

The brokerage has identified SBI and ITC as ‘safe picks’ while flagging HAL and Max Healthcare as ‘high beta’ picks.

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Apple is reportedly lobbying the Indian government to amend income tax rules that could subject the company to additional taxes for owning high-value iPhone manufacturing machinery used by its contract partners, including Foxconn and Tata.Apple executives have held several rounds of discussions with Indian officials, urging a policy revision to align taxation with global norms, according to a Reuters report.While officials acknowledge the ongoing challenges, they are wary that any amendment could weaken India’s right to tax foreign entities, the report added.India’s Tax Law ConundrumUnder India’s 1961 Income Tax Act, Apple’s ownership of manufacturing equipment could be deemed a “business connection,” potentially making a portion of its global iPhone profits taxable in India.In contrast, Apple faces no such liability in China, where it owns but does not pay taxes on similar equipment.Apple could face billions of dollars in tax exposure in India, potentially slowing its investment momentum.Apple’s Growth Story In IndiaApple has been shifting production away from China due to rising tariffs and geopolitical tensions. The tech giant reportedly aims to produce all iPhones for the U.S. market in India by 2026, with Tata and Foxconn leading the charge.Currently, Foxconn accounts for two-thirds of iPhone shipments from India, while Tata produces the remaining one-third, a share expected to rise as Tata scales operations across its facilities in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.According to Counterpoint Research, India is projected to contribute around 26% of global iPhone shipments by the end of 2025, up from 20% at the start of the year.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Apple Lobbies India To Avoid Billions In Potential Tax On iPhone Manufacturing Equipment: Report 

The iPhone maker has urged the Indian government to revise tax rules to align with global framework

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reportedly stepped up efforts to defend the rupee amid recent weakness driven by speculative attacks.According to an article by Bloomberg, the RBI is actively intervening in both onshore and offshore markets to stabilize the currency, which had been hovering near record lows of 88.805 per US dollar. The central bank is determined to prevent the rupee from breaching the psychologically significant ₹89 - ₹90 level, which could trigger further volatility.The rupee briefly gained nearly 1% after RBI intervention on Wednesday. Heavy-dollar sales through state-run banks before market open prompted traders to unwind bearish bets, fueling the currency’s rebound.The article states that analysts noted that the ₹88.50 mark had served as a key stop-loss level for speculators, and the central bank’s actions have forced both local and offshore investors to adjust positions.Rupee closed at 88.04 on Wednesday.The RBI views the rupee’s decline as largely speculative rather than tied to economic fundamentals. Despite trade uncertainties between India and the U.S., including tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, India’s economy remains resilient, with growth expected above 6.5% and inflation under control.With reserves of $700 billion, the RBI has significant firepower to counter further speculative pressure. Officials stress that interventions will continue until the market recognizes the central bank’s resolve.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Rupee Rebounds After RBI’s Aggressive Intervention In Currency Markets

The central bank is reportedly determined to prevent the rupee from breaching the psychologically significant ₹89-₹90 level

Shares of One97 Communications (Paytm) gained over 3% on Wednesday, after the firm announced a major restructuring plan.The company announced the acquisition of an additional 51.22% stake in Paytm Financial Services (PFSL) from founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma and his wholly owned entity, VSS Investco, for up to ₹0.5 crore. The acquisition will make PFSL a wholly owned subsidiary (WOS) of One97 Communications.Following the deal, entities in which PFSL has investments, including Admirable Software, Mobiquest Mobile Technologies, Urja Money, and Fincollect Services, will also become wholly owned subsidiaries.Subsequently, the company plans to further reorganise its structure by making these four subsidiaries wholly owned subsidiaries of One97 Communications through intra-group transactions.Additionally,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/PAYTM.NSE">Paytm</a> will acquire the remaining stakes in three other entities from Sharma and VSS Holdings for up to ₹3.52 crore, including Paytm Emerging Tech Limited (51%), Paytm Insuretech Private (67.55%), and Paytm Life Insurance (51%).The company will also convert outstanding debentures and inter-corporate deposits worth around ₹15 crore in Little Internet (LIPL), increasing its stake from 62.53% to around 78%.Axis Upgrades StockAxis Securities has upgraded Paytm stock to ‘Buy’ from ‘Reduce’, raising FY27-28 EBITDA projections by 33% - 46% due to strong payment margins, a scalable financial services business, and disciplined operational spending. The brokerage set a target price of ₹1,500, implying a 17.4% upside over the current price of ₹1,277.6.What is the Retail Sentiment?Retail sentiment on Stocktwits turned ‘neutral’ from ‘bearish’ a day earlier.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:922/96;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Paytm_png_d7b7afe9fe.webp" alt="Paytm.png" width="922" height="96"><figcaption>Paytm's Sentiment Meter and Message Volumes on 15 October, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Year-to-date, the stock has gained over a fourth of its value.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Two Reasons Why Paytm Shares Rose Over 3% Today

The company unveiled a sweeping restructuring plan to consolidate its financial services arms and received an upgrade from Axis Securities.

Shares of Welspun Enterprises surged 9.6% in intra-day trade on Wednesday to ₹578.3. This marked the stock’s third gain in four sessions, after declining for three straight sessions.In a press release dated October 15, Welspun Enterprises approved the raising of up to ₹1,000 crore through the issuance of 1,90,47,619 warrants on a preferential basis, each convertible into one equity share of ₹10 at an issue price of ₹525 (including a ₹515 premium).Promoter Balkrishan Goenka is expected to issue 71,23,809 warrants, while non-promoters, including Authum Investment &amp; Infrastructure, will issue 57,14,286 warrants, and Aryavardhan Trading is set to issue 19,04,762 warrants.The total fundraising through this issuance, along with the conversion to equity shares, is expected to be completed within 18 months from the date of warrant allotment.Recently, the company disclosed its status as the lowest (L1) bidder in two major projects.The first is the construction of a six-lane partially elevated highway corridor from Pune to Shirur in Maharashtra, awarded under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The project, valued at approximately ₹7,300 crore, will be executed over four years with a 29-year concession period.The second project involves developing a 910 MLD water treatment plant at Panjrapur, Maharashtra. Valued at around ₹3,145 crore, it includes design, construction, and 15 years of operations and maintenance, in partnership with Veolia Water Technologies, Malaysia.Stock Watch<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/WELENT.NSE">Welspun Enterprises shares</a> have gained more than 16% over the past month. However, on a year-to-date basis, the stock has shed around 9%.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Welspun Enterprises Gains On Fundraising Approval

Welspun Enterprises approved the raising of up to ₹1,000 crore through a warrants issue

Nifty Realty Index was the biggest sectoral gainer in a strong market on Wednesday. All 10 constituents were trading in the green.The <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/NIFTYREALTY.NSE">index</a> was up 3.6% in afternoon trade, gaining in four of the last five sessions.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/PRESTIGE.NSE">Prestige</a> (+5.4%), <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SOBHA.NSE">Sobha</a> (+4.8%), <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BRIGADE.NSE">Brigade</a> (+4.3%) and <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/GODREJPROP.NSE">Godrej Properties</a> (+4.1%) were the top gainers in the index.What is driving the real estate stocks today?Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned of rising risks to the U.S. economy amid signs of a sharp slowdown in hiring. Speaking at the National Association for Business Economics annual meeting in Philadelphia, Powell said the Fed remains on course to deliver two more quarter-point interest rate cuts this year.Expectations of lower US interest rates tend to improve global liquidity and risk sentiment, often leading to increased foreign inflows into emerging markets like India.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to mirror the U.S. Federal Reserve’s stance and may announce a rate cut in its December policy meeting. A softer monetary policy could further stimulate growth in India’s real estate sector, easing financing costs for both developers and homebuyers, said SEBI-registered investment <a href="https://stocktwits.com/thetradebond">advisor Nidhi Saxena</a>.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/thetradebond/message/632357141</stembedurl>The Federal Reserve’s dovish stance and the prospect of global rate cuts have created a strong tailwind for real estate stocks, she said.The RBI’s December policy will play a decisive role in determining if this momentum continues. With improving liquidity and easier financial conditions, the real estate sector remains one of the most attractive thematic opportunities in the current market environment, Saxena added.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Real Estate Stocks Stand Tall As Global Rate Cut Bets Lift Sentiment

Prestige, Sobha, Brigade and Godrej Properties were among the top gainers

Hyundai Motor India announced two key updates in the early hours of Wednesday, sending shares up 2.8%.Hyundai Motor India announced the appointment of Tarun Garg as its next Managing Director and CEO. The appointment will come into effect from January 1, 2026. Garg is currently the company’s whole-time director &amp; COO. He will become the first Indian national to lead the company in its 29-year history.Garg will succeed Unsoo Kim, who will return to a strategic role at Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea.Garg was initially appointed as the Head of Sales, Service and Marketing at Hyundai India in 2019, before becoming the chief operating officer in 2023.Ambitious ₹45,000 crore investment planHyundai Motor India also announced an ambitious ₹45,000 crore investment plan by FY30. At its first-ever Investor Day in Mumbai, the automaker revealed plans for extensive product expansion, advanced manufacturing, and deeper localization to drive long-term growth in India.The roadmap includes 26 new product launches, with seven new nameplates, marking Hyundai’s entry into the MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) space and off-road SUV segments. The company also plans to introduce India’s first locally manufactured dedicated electric SUV by 2027 and launch its luxury brand Genesis in the same year.By FY30, the company aims for more than a 15% domestic market share, with utility vehicles contributing over 80% of total sales and eco-friendly powertrains exceeding 50% of the lineup. Hyundai is also targeting up to 30% exports from India by 2030.Financially, Hyundai Motor India is targeting 1.5x revenue growth, aiming to cross the ₹1 lakh crore milestone by FY2030, while maintaining strong double-digit EBITDA margins and providing a dividend payout guidance of 20% - 40%.It posted a revenue of ₹69,192.9 crore in the financial year 24/25.What are technical charts showing?SEBI-registered analyst <a href="https://stocktwits.com/RAAkhileshJat">Akhilesh Jat</a> noted the stock had earlier corrected about 17% in 14 sessions since September 22 and is currently trading below its 20-day SMA, near the 50-day SMA, suggesting a short- to mid-term sideways tone. However, prices have taken support at a upward-sloping trendline and remain well above the 100-day SMA, reflecting a positive long-term structure.&nbsp;The ₹2,360–₹2,265 zone remains a crucial support area. A breakdown here could trigger a decline to sideways movement for some period. However, as long as the price sustains above the upward-sloping trendline and the 100-day SMA, the long-term positive outlook for the stock is expected to remain intact, Jat concluded.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/RAAkhileshJat/message/632357938</stembedurl>What is the retail mood on Stocktwits?Despite Hyundai Motor India’s stock climbing higher, retail sentiment on Stocktwits turned ‘bearish’ from ‘neutral’ a session earlier, amid ‘high’ message volumes.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:913/91;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Hyundai_png_99a9233a8d.webp" alt="Hyundai.png" width="913" height="91"><figcaption>Hyundai Motor India's Sentiment Meter and Message Volumes at 1:00 p.m. IST on October 15, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Year-to-date, the stock has seen strong buying interest, gaining over 35%.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.&nbsp;

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Hyundai Motors India Charts ₹45,000 Crore Roadmap As Tarun Garg Takes Charge As CEO 

Hyundai is targeting 1.5x revenue growth, crossing the ₹1 lakh crore by FY30

Hyundai Motors India Charts ₹45,000 Crore Roadmap As Tarun Garg Takes Charge As CEO

Persistent Systems’ shares surged as much as 7% to ₹5,730 on Wednesday, their highest in nearly four months.The IT services firm reported a net profit of ₹471.4 crore for the July-September quarter, a 45% increase from last year. The figure reportedly surpassed street expectations. Operating profit (EBIT) rose 43.7% to ₹583.7 crore.Revenue from operations grew 23.6% to ₹3,580.7 crore, supported by broad-based growth across major verticals. The company recorded total contract value (TCV) of $609.2 million and annual contract value (ACV) of $447.9 million for the quarter.“Our AI strategy builds on a strong platform-led foundation and is powered by deep domain knowledge, differentiated IPs, accelerators and strategic partnerships. This integrated approach brings together enterprise readiness for AI transformation, engineering hyper-productivity and business hyper-productivity, enabling clients to scale innovation, modernize their core and achieve measurable impact fast,” said Sandeep Kalra, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director.Technical TakePersistent Systems’ stock is currently forming a symmetrical triangle pattern, indicating a potential breakout ahead, noted SEBI-registered <a href="https://stocktwits.com/financialsarthis/message/632353213">analyst Financial Sarthis</a>.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/financialsarthis/message/632353213</stembedurl>A sustained close above ₹5,850 could trigger a rally toward ₹6,100 and ₹6,500 levels, while strong support is seen at ₹5,300, he added.Brokerage ViewsHSBC maintained a “hold” rating but increased its target to ₹6,000 per share, citing strong growth and improved profitability driven by deal-win recovery. However, it cautioned that rich valuations could limit further upside.CLSA maintained a bullish outlook on Persistent Systems, reaffirming its “high-conviction outperform” rating and raising the target price to ₹8,270 per share.&nbsp; The brokerage noted management’s reaffirmation of the $2 billion revenue target for FY27 and projected a 29% EPS CAGR over FY25–27.Nomura assigned a “neutral” rating with a ₹5,200 target price. It raised the company’s FY26–28 EPS estimates by 3%-5% but noted the stock trades at an elevated multiple of 37.5x FY27 EPS, suggesting limited valuation comfort.What is the retail mood on Stocktwits?Retail sentiment on Stocktwits remained ‘bullish’, amid ‘high’ message volumes. It was ‘neutral’ last week. <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/PERSISTENT.NSE">Persistent Systems</a> was among the top five trending stocks on the platform.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:918/88;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Persistent_Systems_png_3eee470f09.webp" alt="Persistent Systems.png" width="918" height="88"><figcaption>Persistent Systems' Sentiment Meter and Message Volumes at 12:00 p.m. IST on October 15, 2025 | Source Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Year-to-date, the stock has shed over 12%.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Persistent Shares Soar To 4-Month High On Strong Q2; Analyst Sees Rally To ₹6,500

CLSA maintained a bullish outlook on Persistent Systems, reaffirming its “high-conviction outperform” rating and raising the target price to ₹8,270 per share

Thyrocare Technologies’ stock hit an all-time high in early trade on Wednesday, before paring some of the gains, after the company posted a strong second-quarter print.Sublime Q2 Results Boost StockThyrocare Technologies reported a net profit of ₹48 crore for the July–September quarter, marking an 80% surge year-on-year (YoY). Revenue from operations rose 22% to ₹216.53 crore compared to ₹177.36 crore in Q2 FY25, driven by higher testing volumes and continued growth in diagnostic services.Consolidated EBITDA climbed 48% with the EBITDA margin at 33%.Its franchise revenue from the pathology business grew by 20%, while partnership revenue climbed 35%.The company’s board approved an interim dividend of ₹7 per share for the financial year 2026 and announced a 2:1 bonus issue of shares, even though the record date has not been set yet.Thyrocare, India’s largest processor of diagnostic test volumes, processed 53.3 million tests in Q2 FY26, a 21% increase. The company also remains debt-free with net cash and short-term investments exceeding ₹190 crore.The company also opened four new laboratories in Vijayawada, Bhagalpur, Roorkee, and Kashmir during the first half of fiscal 2026.Stock Watch<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/THYROCARE.NSE">Thyrocare Technologies’ shares</a> rose as much as 16.6% to ₹1,474, a fresh record. However, most of the gains were wiped out within an hour of trade, with the stock now trading 3% higher.The stock has seen strong investor interest throughout 2025, with gains exceeding 42% so far this year.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.&nbsp;

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China’s tightening grip on rare earth exports has revived old tensions and opened new doors. Beijing’s export curbs on rare earth minerals have prompted US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to call for support from India and other allied nations, casting the standoff as “China versus the world.”In an interview with Fox Business, Bessent described Beijing’s move as akin to pointing “a bazooka” at global supply chains and the industrial base of the free world. He emphasized that the U.S. is actively coordinating with like-minded partners and expects “substantial global support” from India, Europe and democracies in Asia.He accused China of trying to leverage its command-and-control economic model to exert control over critical resources, declaring that the U.S. will assert its sovereignty in response. Bessent also warned that China’s export restrictions marked a provocative shift with serious implications for global supply security.Impact of the ongoing ‘tariff wars’&nbsp;This isn’t the first time that the US and China have clashed over rare earth minerals. In April, China announced export controls on a range of rare earths and related magnets as a response to US President Donald Trump’s broader tariffs on goods. The decision disrupted global supply chains that are vital to automakers, aerospace firms, semiconductor manufacturers, and military contractors.The latest rare earth crisis led to US President Donald Trump imposing an additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports, effective November 1.Rare earths are crucial elements used in electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, and defense electronics.&nbsp;China’s rare earth curbs: What does it mean for India?China currently dominates about 70% of rare earth mining and nearly 90% of processing capacity globally, giving it significant leverage over this critical sector. India imports nearly 90% of its rare earth magnets from China.However, India is pushing to secure its own supply chain. It is reportedly preparing a ₹7,350 crore initiative to bolster domestic production of sintered rare-earth permanent magnets (REPMs) and reduce dependency on imports.According to reports, the scheme, which will run over seven years, aims to establish a fully indigenous manufacturing chain, from converting neodymium-praseodymium oxide to magnet fabrication, with a target annual capacity of up to 6,000 tonnes.&nbsp;&nbsp;India has also been reportedly working with the Kachin Independence Army (KIA), a powerful rebel group controlling parts of northeastern Myanmar, to obtain samples of rare-earth ores.India – US trade negotiations in the spotlightIn August, the Donald Trump-led administration imposed a 50% tariff on Indian exports, blaming New Delhi for funding the Russia-Ukraine war by importing the deeply discounted Russian crude.&nbsp;However, reports indicate that the imports have fallen significantly over the last six months, a point which could be crucial as New Delhi and Washington prepare to meet this week.&nbsp;China’s latest moves come amid a wider trade standoff and could signal a subtle thaw in the strained India–US relationship.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.&nbsp;

Drag-line excavator mines rare earth materials. (Photo by Kostiantyn Liberov/Libkos/Getty Images)

China’s Rare Earth Curbs May Push US Closer To India Amid Global Supply Shock

As tensions escalate, the US is rallying allies to counter Beijing’s dominance in critical minerals