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DVLT Stock Surges 14% Pre-Market Today – Retail Gearing Up For ‘Big’ Earnings

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:10:01 +0530

Datavault credits growth to strong demand for its technology licensing solutions.
Between Q4 2025 and February 2026, major asset managers sharply expanded holdings in the company.
Datavault AI secured a $150 million strategic investment from Scilex Holding Company in 2025.

Datavault AI Inc. (DVLT) is drawing retail investor attention on Wednesday, buoyed by optimism ahead of the company’s fourth-quarter (Q4) and full-year 2025 earnings on Thursday.

In February, the company announced that its preliminary, unaudited revenue for fiscal year 2025 is projected to range from $38 million to $40 million, significantly exceeding its previous forecast of $30 million. This is well above the analysts’ consensus estimate of $24.7 million, according to Fiscal AI data.

What Are Stocktwits Users Saying?

Datavault AI stock traded over 14% higher in Wednesday’s premarket. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock jumped to ‘bullish’ from ‘bearish’ the previous day. Message volume shifted to ‘high’ from ‘low’ levels in 24 hours.

DVLT’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 08:45 a.m. ET on Mar. 18, 2026 | Source: Stocktwits

The stock saw a 576% surge in message volume over a 24-hour period.

A bullish Stocktwits user expressed optimism about earnings, calling it “a big day”.

Another user said if the $1 level is breached, the next significant resistance could emerge near $1.30 to $1.40.

Rising Demand for Technology Solutions

The company, specializing in data monetization and real-world asset tokenization, has seen increased demand for its technology solutions. Datavault AI had earlier stated that revenue growth was mainly driven by client technology licensing agreements and by increased contributions from its Data Science Group, which delivers services related to digital asset tokenization and data-driven monetization initiatives.

Between Q4 2025 and February 2026, major asset managers dramatically increased their stakes in Datavault AI. Vanguard boosted its holdings from about 393,000 shares to 11.8 million shares, State Street rose from roughly 335,000 shares to 10 million shares, and BlackRock expanded from 136,000 shares to 4.1 million shares.

In 2025, Datavault AI secured a $150 million strategic investment from Scilex Holding Company, providing additional resources to support ongoing expansion and operational scaling.

For 2026, the company is targeting $200 million in revenue, which, if achieved, would represent a fivefold increase over the midpoint of its projected 2025 results.

DVLT stock has gained over 19% year-to-date.

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India to Launch 4‑Year $26.7 Billion Sovereign Guarantee Scheme To Protect Economy From Middle East War

Vaishnav Akash — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:20:00 +0530

The Indian government is preparing a sovereign credit guarantee package worth $26.7 billion, nearly Rs 2.5 lakh crore, to support businesses hit hard by the ongoing Middle East conflict. The scheme, modeled on the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS), will run for four years and provide a 90 percent guarantee on loans, covering losses if borrowers default.

Officials say the plan mirrors measures taken during the COVID-19 pandemic, when similar guarantees were extended to banks. This new package is expected to cost the government between Rs 170 billion and Rs 180 billion ($1.83 billion to $1.94 billion). Loans of up to Rs 1 billion ($10.75 million) will be covered under the scheme, with the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC) managing the guarantees.

Textile Industry Faces Mounting Pressure

Industries dependent on exports, particularly textiles and glass, have been severely impacted. India’s $174‑billion textile sector is grappling with surging crude oil prices, rising raw material costs, sluggish demand, and worker migration. The industry had been projected to reach $350 billion by 2030, but the war has disrupted that growth trajectory.

The government’s move aims to provide breathing space for these sectors, which are struggling to maintain operations amid global economic uncertainty.

The Indian stock market has also felt the strain. March proved especially volatile, with a broad sell‑off in equities during the January to March quarter. The Nifty index dropped as much as 13 percent, reflecting investor concerns over the crisis and its ripple effects on the global economy.

The sovereign guarantee scheme is expected to stabilize lending and reassure banks, ensuring that businesses can access funds despite heightened risks. While the war continues to disrupt trade and supply chains, the government hopes this intervention will prevent deeper economic damage and keep industries afloat during turbulent times.

ONDS Stock In Spotlight As Ondas, Heidelberg Launch Joint Venture For European Drone Defense

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:25:00 +0530

Ondas Inc. (ONDS) and Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG have joined forces to launch a new defense-focused joint venture to advance autonomous security solutions in Europe.

The collaboration, named ONBERG Autonomous Systems, formalizes the December 2025 Memorandum of Understanding between the companies and involves HD Advanced Technologies GmbH, a fully owned subsidiary of Heidelberg.

The venture is set to develop and deploy autonomous drone defense systems, initially targeting critical infrastructure and national security assets in Germany and Ukraine.

Ondas stock inched 0.1% lower on Wednesday morning.

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Peter Schiff Says US Debt Could Hit $50 Trillion During Trump's Presidency

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:10:00 +0530

Economist Peter Schiff on Wednesday warned that higher interest rates, rising military costs, and falling revenues could accelerate the path toward a $50 trillion debt in the United States.

He highlighted that the U.S. has officially crossed the $39 trillion threshold in national debt, marking a $2.8 trillion increase since former President Donald Trump assumed office just 14 months ago.

Schiff’s comment comes as the U.S. wholesale prices climbed sharply in February, signaling persistent inflationary pressures. The Bureau of Labor Statistics indicated that the producer price index (PPI), which tracks the costs producers receive for goods and services, rose 0.7% month-over-month on a seasonally adjusted basis.

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India Faces Fresh Energy Challenges With Russian Oil Waiver Expiry & Rising Global Crude Prices

Vaishnav Akash — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:13:41 +0530

India’s energy security has entered a turbulent phase with the expiry of the U.S. sanctions waiver that allowed New Delhi to import Russian crude. The temporary reprieve, granted amid global shortages after Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz, ended last week. Now, India awaits clarity from Washington on whether the waiver will be extended.

The waiver was crucial for India, the world’s third-largest oil importer, as it enabled refiners to resume Russian purchases despite earlier U.S. pressure. US President Donald Trump had imposed a 25 percent punitive tariff in August last year, citing discounted Russian oil as funding Moscow’s war against Ukraine. This was in addition to an earlier 25 percent tariff on India’s trade surplus, bringing the total to 50 percent.

Tariffs And Waiver

The tariffs strained India-U.S. ties, which had grown steadily since 2000. However, the February 28 U.S.-Israel attack on Iran and Tehran’s decision to halt tanker passage through the Strait of Hormuz triggered a global oil shortage. To ease the crisis, Washington temporarily lifted sanctions on India, allowing Russian imports.

Indian refiners quickly reversed course, boosting Russian purchases. Energy trade dominated talks during Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dennis Manturov’s visit to New Delhi in early April, alongside cooperation in fertilizers, industry, and technology.

India imports 85 percent of its crude needs, half from West Asia. It is also the fourth-largest refiner and fifth-largest exporter of petroleum products. Daily consumption stands at 5.5 million barrels. With West Asian supplies disrupted, India leaned on Russia again, though at higher prices than in 2022, when discounted crude was available.

Donald Trump later agreed to reduce tariffs to 18 percent after a trade deal, with India privately assuring Washington it would scale down Russian imports. Publicly, New Delhi insisted national interest would guide procurement decisions.

Despite the crisis, India managed to keep fuel supplies steady. Government statements highlighted diversified sourcing from 40 countries, with 70 percent of imports now routed outside the Strait of Hormuz compared to 55 percent earlier. This helped India avoid the sharp price hikes seen elsewhere in Asia.

Still, uncertainty looms. Pakistan-brokered U.S.-Iran talks collapsed, and Tehran has again closed the Strait in response to Israeli strikes on Lebanon. Trump announced U.S. Navy patrols to stop ships entering or leaving the strait, raising fears of further disruption.

Diplomatic Efforts

India expects an extension of the waiver. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited Washington D.C. between April 8-10, meeting U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other officials to review bilateral ties. Meanwhile, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri traveled to Qatar to discuss resuming LNG supplies, which accounted for over 40 percent of India’s imports from Qatar in 2024-25.

Reports suggest Qatari exports may not restart until August, leaving India reliant on Russia. Moscow appears ready to fill the gap, reinforcing its role as India’s trusted energy partner.

S&P 500 Goes On-Chain With First Licensed Perpetual Contract On Hyperliquid

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:20:00 +0530

S&P Dow Jones Indices (S&P DJI) announced on Tuesday that it had granted Trade[XYZ] permission to use the S&P 500 to launch the first official S&P 500 perpetual contract based on the benchmark index on decentralized exchange Hyperliquid (HYPE).

The company said the new product will allow eligible non-U.S. investors to gain leveraged exposure to the S&P 500 through a digital asset that trades continuously and never expires. Perpetual derivatives allow traders to maintain long or short positions in an asset.

The launch is the first time a major global equity index has been made available as an officially licensed perpetual contract on-chain.

Hyperliquid was up over 2% in the last 24 hours. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around HYPE dropped from ‘bullish’ to ‘neutral’ as chatter levels remained at ‘high’ over the past day.

Read also: Bitcoin Proxy Or Safer Bet? Strategy's STRC Shows Historic Low Volatility, Far Below BTC's Risk Levels

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Trump Administration May Reportedly Issue Jones Act Waiver Today As Crude Oil Continues To Soar

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:15:00 +0530

The Trump administration is reportedly planning to issue a temporary waiver for the Jones Act as crude oil prices continue to rise amid the Iran war.

According to a Reuters report citing people familiar with the matter, the Jones Act waiver could be issued on Wednesday to help ease deliveries of fuel and fertilizer.

The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, commonly called the Jones Act, is a U.S. federal law that regulates maritime commerce within the United States. It is named after its sponsor, Senator Wesley Jones.

This comes at a time when crude oil prices have continued to gain after crossing the $100-per-barrel mark.

U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May gained nearly 3% per barrel to hover around $98 a barrel. Brent crude futures expiring in May surged nearly 6% to $109 per barrel, gaining nearly 19% over the past week.

The United States Oil Fund ETF (USO) gained over 2%, while the ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF (UCO) was up about 4% at the time of writing.

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Jack Dorsey-Led Block Gains On Analyst Upgrades, Cash App Growth In Focus

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:00:05 +0530

Block shares rose on Wednesday after Truist and Rothschild upgraded the stock.
Analysts cited Cash App growth, margin expansion, and buybacks as drivers of earnings-per-share upside.
The upgrades came after Block announced an AI-led workforce reduction last month to improve efficiency.

Block (XYZ) shares edged higher on Wednesday morning after analysts upgraded the stock, citing expected upside from Cash App growth and recent workforce reductions aimed at improving margins.

Truist upgraded Block to ‘Buy’ from ‘Hold’ with a price target of $77, up from $72, following the company's recent announcement of a 40% reduction in its workforce.

The firm said it saw mid-to-high single-digit upside to Street out-year earnings estimates, driven by gross profit growth in its mobile app service, Cash App, better-than-expected margin expansion, and share buybacks.

According to TheFly, Rothschild & Co Redburn also upgraded Block to ‘Neutral’ from ‘Sell’, raising the price target to $55 from $45. The firm said the market was increasingly viewing Block as a neobank.

Block’s stock was up nearly 2% at market open on Wednesday. On Stockwits, retail sentiment around XYZ remained in the ‘bearish’ zone, while chatter levels around it remained at ‘extremely low’ levels over the past day.

XYZ retail sentiment and message volume on March 18 as of 10:26 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

Layoffs and AI Push Drive Cost Restructuring

The upgrades came after Block announced a nearly 40% workforce reduction last month, as part of a broader effort to streamline operations. The job cuts were linked in part to the company’s increasing focus on artificial intelligence and internal restructuring. Block operates digital payments platforms, including Cash App and Square.

Chief Executive Officer and co-founder Jack Dorsey said that “intelligence tools we’re creating and using, paired with smaller and flatter teams, are enabling a new way of working,” which helped the company become more efficient.

Similarly, Block Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer Amrita Ahuja told Fortune that the decision was made from “a position of strength,” adding that the company aimed to execute the changes while continuing to deliver for customers and stakeholders.

XYZ’s stock is down nearly 7% this year but was up nearly 2% over the past 12 months.

Read also: S&P 500 Goes On-Chain With First Licensed Perpetual Contract On Hyperliquid

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US Trade Deficit With China Shrinks 30% Over Past Year, Jamieson Greer Reportedly Says: ‘It Would Be Very Helpful If…’

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:15:01 +0530

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer reportedly stated on Wednesday that the U.S.’s trade deficit with China has declined by 30% over the past year.

During an interview with Fox Business, Greer stated that the United States’ trade deficit with the rest of the world is down 17% since last April. The Trump administration had announced the ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs in April 2025.

“It would be very helpful if the two sides could get together and talk about what types of goods we should be trading with each other — preferably nonsensitive goods, in a balanced way,” he added.

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Why VNRX Stock Is Soaring Over 70% In Pre-Market Today?

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:25:01 +0530

Shares of VolitionRx (VNRX) surged more than 70% in pre-market trading on Wednesday after the diagnostics company unveiled what it called a potential breakthrough in cancer detection. The company said it was successful in isolating more than 99% pure circulating tumor-derived DNA (ctDNA) from blood samples of cancer patients.

VNRX stock is on track to breach its 100-day moving average for the first time since Oct. 8, 2025.

Source: TradingView

The company submitted an updated manuscript detailing a new two-step method that combines physical sample enrichment with advanced bioinformatics to remove nearly all non-cancer DNA. This addresses a key challenge in liquid biopsy, where most circulating DNA typically comes from healthy cells.

“Our continuing work on CTCF-bound DNA has revealed what we believe to be an unprecedented new discovery; that there is almost no CTCF-bound DNA in healthy plasma and almost all CTCF-bound DNA in the blood of a cancer patient is derived from cancer cells – i.e. it is virtually pure circulating tumor-derived DNA,” said Jake Micallef, Chief Scientific Officer of Volition.

“Removal of background normal cell free DNA from the blood to reveal this level of tumor derived DNA has been a long term goal of liquid biopsy. I believe this is a world-first and could, in my opinion, represent the biggest scientific breakthrough in cancer testing and monitoring in recent years,” Micallef added.

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Reliance Jio to Vedanta and More: 15 Stocks in Focus Today, 6 Under Rs 500

Richa Barua — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:43:40 +0530

The stock market is set for some serious action this Monday. Last week, Reliance took a hit, while companies from Jio Financial to Coal India made big announcements. Here are 15 stocks that could be in the spotlight today.

Reliance Industries Share

Last week, Reliance Industries shares saw a major slump. The company's market value dropped by a massive ₹1.75 lakh crore due to poor market signals. Investors will be watching for its recovery today.

Jio Financial Services Share

Jio Financial is expanding beyond just payments. The company is gearing up to launch its general and life insurance businesses this year. This news could give the share a boost today. Its current price is ₹232.

Vedanta Share

Vedanta's promoter, Anil Agarwal, revealed that they were first declared the winner for an asset of the Jaypee Group. However, the decision was later reversed without any solid reason. This uncertainty might affect the share today.

Coal India Share

Coal India has bagged an order from Telangana Power Generation Corporation to set up a 'Battery Energy Storage System'. This ₹1,057 crore project will strengthen the company's green energy portfolio. The share is currently priced at ₹445.10.

NLC India Share

NLC India's joint venture with the UP government has started mining coal at the 'Pachwara South' block. The block has a reserve of about 264 million tonnes, which will boost the company's long-term earnings. The share is trading at ₹270.80.

Aditya Birla Real Estate Share

Aditya Birla Real Estate will redevelop a housing society in Mumbai. The company expects to generate revenue of ₹1,700 crore from the project's free-sale area.

Fortis Healthcare Share

Fortis Hospitals has received a demand notice of ₹117.04 crore from the Income Tax Department. This legal tangle and tax liability news could put pressure on the share today.

Biocon Share

Biocon has announced a change in its leadership. Shrihas Tambe will take charge as the company's new CEO and Managing Director from April 1, 2026. The share is currently priced at ₹371.20.

Jindal Stainless Share

Jindal Stainless has started sourcing 216 MW of renewable power from a hybrid project in Madhya Pradesh. This move will reduce the company's electricity costs and build its eco-friendly image.

Thermax Share

Thermax's subsidiary has landed a massive ₹1,600 crore order for an ultra-supercritical thermal power project. With a heavy order book, investors might bet on this share today.

CMS Info Systems Share

CMS Info, a big player in the ATM management sector, has announced it will buy FSS's managed services business. This ₹115 crore deal will further strengthen the company's market grip. The share is currently priced at ₹270.85.

Jubilant FoodWorks Share

Jubilant FoodWorks, the company that runs Domino's, reported that tensions in West Asia are causing a shortage in LPG cylinder supplies to some of its stores. This news could be a negative for the stock today. The share is currently at ₹455.

Saatvik Green Energy Share

Saatvik Solar has won a major contract worth ₹638.26 crore to supply advanced solar cells. The company is benefiting from the growing demand in the renewable energy sector. The share was already up on Friday and is currently priced at ₹388.

Info Edge Share

Info Edge, the parent company of Naukri.com, is set to invest a hefty ₹250 crore to promote early-stage deep-tech startups in India.

Dredging Corporation of India Share

On its 50th anniversary, DCIL has released its future roadmap. The company aims to achieve an annual revenue of ₹3,000 crore while modernising its fleet.

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Stock Market: Top 10 Gainers as BSE Sensex, Nifty 50 Rebound; Tata Steel, Reliance Industries Lead Rally

Ajay Joseph — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:37:17 +0530

After Thursday's massive crash, the biggest in 22 months, the stock market made a solid comeback on March 20. The Sensex opened about 900 points up, and the Nifty also saw a strong start.

The metal sector is shining bright today, and Tata Steel is leading the charge. The stock opened at ₹193.40 against yesterday's close of ₹190.51 and quickly hit a high of ₹199.14. It's currently trading at ₹197.78, up by 3.82%. News of strong global demand and a push in domestic infrastructure has made it today's number one gainer.PSU banking giant SBI is a hot favourite among investors today. After yesterday's heavy sell-off, the stock has jumped 3.26%. It opened at ₹1,058 and touched a day's high of ₹1,085. Right now, it's trading at ₹1,083.10. The stock is getting the biggest boost from the rally in the banking index.Coal India, from the energy and mining sector, is putting up a great show today. The share opened at ₹456.70, up from yesterday's close of ₹454.20, and touched the ₹470 mark. It's currently up by 3.21%.Following in Tata Steel's footsteps, JSW Steel is also glittering in the metal basket today. The share has hit a high of ₹1,168 against its previous close of ₹1,130.90. It's currently showing a strength of 2.90% and trading at ₹1,163.70.The IT sector is seeing some 'value buying' after yesterday's beating. Tech Mahindra jumped from ₹1,340.60 to ₹1,385. It is now up 2.63%, trading at ₹1,375.90.Power sector heavyweight NTPC is trading with strength today. The stock opened at ₹375.85 against ₹374.05 and reached a high of ₹382.65. It is currently showing a 2.14% gain.The country's largest engineering company, L&T, is adding some real power to the infrastructure sector today. It closed at ₹3,434.50 yesterday and has jumped to the ₹3,524 level today. The stock is currently up by 2.10% and is trading at ₹3,506.70.Power Grid, from the power transmission sector, is also on the gainers' list today. The share reached a high of ₹303.90 against its previous close of ₹296.70. It currently has a gain of 1.89%. It remains a favourite for low-risk investors even today.FMCG giant ITC seems to have switched from defensive to aggressive mode today. The share jumped from ₹298 to ₹303.70 and is currently trading at ₹303.50 with a gain of 1.85%.The market's 'big boss', Reliance Industries, has also thrown its full weight behind the recovery today. The share hit a high of ₹1,413.80 today, compared to yesterday's ₹1,384.80. It is currently trading at ₹1,410.30 with a strength of 1.84%. **Disclaimer:** The information in this article is for informational purposes only. The details provided here are based on updates from nseindia.com as of 10 AM and can change over time. This is not any form of investment advice. Investing in the stock market is subject to market risks. Always consult your financial advisor or a market expert before putting money in any share.

Why Did Rupee Slip To Record Low of 92.63 Against Dollar & What Factors Are Driving It?

Vaishnav Akash — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:00:19 +0530

The rupee slipped further on Thursday, hitting a new record low of 92.63 against the US dollar. The fall came as global factors weighed heavily on sentiment, with a stronger greenback and continued foreign capital outflows adding pressure.

At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.42 against the dollar and traded between 92.46–92.47 before sliding to 92.63. This marked a fresh low after Tuesday’s session, when the rupee had already touched 92.47 intraday before settling at 92.40.

Global Pressures On Currency

Forex analysts pointed to elevated crude oil prices and escalating conflict in West Asia as key drivers of weakness. Brent crude was trading above USD 103 per barrel in futures trade, raising concerns over inflation and supply disruptions.

“The rupee hit a new low ahead of major central bank meetings, as the Reserve Bank of India allowed the 92.50 level to be breached,” said Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and Executive Director at Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP.

Meanwhile, the dollar index, which tracks the greenback against six major currencies, was up 0.05 per cent at 99.62, further strengthening the US currency’s appeal.

Also Read: Baba Vanga’s 2026 Financial Crisis Warning Resurfaces As Gold & Silver Prices Skyrocket Worldwide

Equities Under Heavy Selling Pressure

Indian equity markets saw a sharp sell-off on Thursday. The BSE Sensex plunged over 1,600 points, while the Nifty 50 slipped below the 23,300 mark in intraday trade. Markets opened sharply lower after three consecutive sessions of gains, as tensions in the Iran war and the broader Middle East crisis rattled global sentiment.

At the opening bell, the Sensex dropped 1,953 points and the Nifty fell 453 points, slipping below key levels. The decline followed reports of Iran striking energy facilities in the Gulf, which pushed Brent crude prices above USD 110 per barrel. Fears of inflation and supply disruptions intensified the sell-off.

Losses spread across sectors, with benchmark indices extending declines during early trade. Shares of InterGlobe Aviation and Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone fell around 3 per cent each, ranking among the top losers.

Stock Market Crash on March 19: BSE Sensex Tanks 1700 Points; HDFC Bank, Axis Bank Among Top Losers

Ajay Joseph — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:10:35 +0530

The stock market's three-day winning streak came to a sudden halt on Thursday. Global market jitters and the ongoing Iran war wiped out crores of investor money in a flash. By 10 AM, the Sensex had plunged by 1718 points, and the Nifty also slipped below the 23,300 level. Let's take a look at the 10 Nifty-50 companies that were hit the hardest.

HDFC Bank Share: Banking Giant Takes the Biggest Hit

The banking giant HDFC Bank saw the biggest drop right as the market opened. The stock, which closed at ₹843.05 previously, opened with a huge gap down at ₹770.00. In the first hour of trading, it did hit a high of ₹814.50, but selling pressure dragged it down. It is currently trading at ₹801.35, down by 4.95%. A massive volume of over 6.87 crore shares has already been traded.

Shriram Finance Share: Panic in Finance Stocks

The morning didn't start well for Shriram Finance investors either. The stock opened at ₹1,000.00, which has been its high for the day so far. It couldn't hold on to the higher levels and slipped to a low of ₹981.50. Right now, it's down 3.56% at ₹985.20, which is much lower than its previous close of ₹1,021.60.

Eternal Share: Another Stock Caught in the Downturn

Eternal's (ETERNAL) stock is also feeling the heat of the market crash today. Against its previous close of ₹242.54, it opened at ₹236.99. During early trade, it touched a high of ₹238.49 but then slipped to a low of ₹233.20. The share is currently trading at ₹233.90, down by 3.56%.

L&T Share: Selling Pressure on the Infra Giant

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) shares have also been sluggish since the morning. The stock opened at ₹3,526.70, made a small high of ₹3,528.30, and then tumbled to a low of ₹3,466.00. It is currently down 3.33% at ₹3,487.60. Rising crude oil prices are a major concern for this big infrastructure company.

TMPV Share: Auto-Related Stocks Also in the Red

TMPV shares recorded a 3.29% fall within the first hour of trading. The stock, which had closed at ₹324.75, opened today at ₹318.00. During the day, it made a high of ₹318.95 and a low of ₹311.60. For now, investors seem to be cautious, and the stock is holding at the ₹314.05 level.

Axis Bank Share: Widespread Selling in Private Banking

Axis Bank's stock also plunged into the red in the early session. It opened at ₹1,221.00, touched a high of ₹1,241.50, and then fell to a low of ₹1,208.70. The share is currently trading at ₹1,212.30, down by 3.26%. It's showing significant weakness compared to its previous close of ₹1,253.20.

Bajaj Finance Share: Lending Company in Bad Shape

There's a selling mood in Bajaj Finance since this morning. The stock opened at ₹868.20, made a high of ₹869.90, and then slipped to a low of ₹850.60. It is currently down 3.23% at ₹851.70. The US Federal Reserve's strict stance has added to the worries for this finance giant.

Grasim Share: Stock Slips from Higher Levels

Grasim Industries shares are seeing a 2.85% drop today. The share opened at ₹2,700.00, which was also its high for the day. After that, continuous selling pushed it down to a low of ₹2,643.30. It is currently trading at ₹2,645.40, while its previous close was ₹2,723.10.

InterGlobe Aviation Share: Expensive Oil Plays the Villain

Today's morning has been tough for IndiGo. With crude oil crossing the $110 mark, this aviation stock fell by 2.76%. After opening at ₹4,320.00, it dropped to a low of ₹4,230.00. It is now trading at ₹4,240.30, which is much lower than its previous close of ₹4,360.60.

Kotak Bank Share: Heavy Fall Puts it 10th on the List

Kotak Mahindra Bank also couldn't escape the market's beating in the early session. The stock opened at ₹366.15, touched a high of ₹370.15, and then hit a low of ₹364.90. It is currently trading at ₹365.20, down by 2.72%. The impact of the widespread sell-off in the banking sector is clearly visible on this stock too.

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Why Did AIM Stock More Than Double In Pre-Market Today?

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:05:01 +0530

Shares of AIM ImmunoTech Inc (AIM) surged more than 100% in pre-market trading on Wednesday, after the company said that a Japanese patent using its proprietary Ampligen in combination with checkpoint inhibitors to treat cancer was fully approved in the country.

While the patent was granted in September 2025, it had to pass a 6-month opposition period, AIM said. The patent, which expires in 2039, spans multiple cancer types, including pancreatic cancer. The company holds similar patents in the U.S. and the Netherlands.

AIM, which already holds orphan drug designations for pancreatic cancer in the U.S. and Europe, also plans to seek a similar designation in Japan.

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Reliance Shares Crash 6% In Two Days: What Explains The Drop & What Lies Ahead

Vaishnav Akash — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:45:13 +0530

Reliance Industries shares have fallen sharply, dropping 6% in two days and wiping out more than Rs 1 lakh crore in market capitalisation. The decline pushed India’s most valuable company below the Rs 18 lakh crore mark, dragging benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty.

On Monday, the stock slipped over 4% to Rs 1,290.30, its lowest level in nearly a year. The selloff has made Reliance the top loser on benchmark indices, which remained marginally lower in afternoon trade.

Technical Pressure Mounts

At present, Reliance shares are trading near their 200‑week moving average and yearly pivot support around Rs 1,260. This zone is seen as critical by market participants. Technical indicators such as RSI, MACD, and DMI reflect a bearish undertone, suggesting momentum remains weak in the short term.

Analysts note that if the stock sustains above Rs 1,260 for several sessions, it could trigger a short‑term rebound. A stable close above this level may attract fresh buying, with Rs 1,360 identified as immediate resistance.

Export Duties Add To Weakness

The broader setup has deteriorated, with the stock forming lower highs and lower lows while trading below both its 50‑day and 200‑day moving averages. The reinstatement of export duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel has added to the pressure. Reliance’s Jamnagar refineries produce nearly five million tonnes of ATF annually, much of which is exported.

While RSI readings suggest the possibility of a near‑term bounce, analysts caution that recovery would require the stock to move back above Rs 1,350. Until then, Rs 1,340 is expected to act as resistance. If weakness persists, the stock could slide towards the Rs 1,250–1,200 range, where stronger support may emerge.

Breakdown Signals Long-Term Shift

The recent decline ended a long sideways trend that had kept Reliance shares between Rs 1,600 and Rs 1,330 since April 2025. The breach of multi‑month support at Rs 1,330 was accompanied by heavy trading volumes, underscoring strong selling consensus.

Analysts warn that any relief rally toward Rs 1,340–1,380 is likely to face supply pressure, as traders look to exit positions. The stock has already fallen 3% in the past week, 8% in the past month, and nearly 18% in 2026 so far. Over longer horizons, Reliance shares have gained 11% in three years and 31% in five years, but the current trajectory signals a deepened bearish bias.

Bitcoin Proxy Or Safer Bet? Strategy's STRC Shows Historic Low Volatility, Far Below BTC's Risk Levels

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:20:01 +0530

Strategy-Chairman Michael Saylor pointed out that Strategy’s preferred stock has hit an all-time low volatility.
The preferred stock hit an annualized volatility of 14%, but has currently dropped to 1.5%.
While it has a correlation with Bitcoin, it does not act as just a Bitcoin proxy, unlike Strategy’s class A common stock.

Even as the crypto market continues to remain volatile, Strategy Inc’s lesser-known preferred security is moving in the opposite direction. Strategy (MSTR) Executive Chairman Michael Saylor said on Wednesday that the company’s Perpetual ‘Stretch’ Preferred Stock (STRC) reached an all-time low volatility of 1.5%, contributing to a record Sharpe ratio of 5.37. This is a stark contrast to Bitcoin’s price swings.

In a post on X, Saylor wrote that it was a “new standard for risk-adjusted performance.” According to the company’s dashboard, STRC had a one-year historical volatility of 14% and a correlation with Bitcoin (BTC) of 59%.

Michael Saylor points out STRC reaching lowest volatility level in history. Source: @saylor/x

Bitcoin's volatility, however, has remained substantially higher than STRC. Data from Coinglass shows that Bitcoin’s historical annualized volatility was over 50%, highlighting the difference between BTC's price fluctuations and STRC's steadier trade-off.

MSTR Slips As Bitcoin Pulls Back

Strategy’s stock was down nearly 3% in pre-market after Bitcoin’s price dropped nearly 2% in the last 24 hours to around $72,400, and Citi cut its price target on the shares. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around MSTR was in the ‘bullish’ zone, as chatter levels remained at ‘high’ levels over the past day.

MSTR retail sentiment and message volume on March 18 as of 9:04 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

STRC’s correlation with MSTR’s stock is 66%, higher than its correlation with Bitcoin’s price. This suggests that the stock is halfway between a crypto-adjacent and a typical market instrument, not just a Bitcoin proxy.

Previously, Saylor said that STRC’s at the market (ATM) issuance has averaged about 3.5 times the natural supply of Bitcoin, indicating strong demand relative to BTC’s limited supply.

Read also: SEC Issues New Crypto Guidance Nearly One Year After Ripple Case – What’s Actually Changed?

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Crypto Vs Gold Trade Flips: Correlation Hits Two-Year Low, Bitcoin ETF Inflows Outpace GLD

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:30:00 +0530

Inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs have increased, while gold funds have experienced outflows.
JPMorgan analysts attributed the shift in part to geopolitical tensions, which have not driven both assets higher simultaneously.
The divergence marks a reversal from earlier in the year when gold attracted stronger investor demand.

Bitcoin’s (BTC) correlation with gold fell to its lowest level since November 2022 on Wednesday, with inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs rising while flows into gold declined.

“This means Bitcoin is moving in the opposite direction with strong intensity,” on-chain analysis firm CryptoQuant said in a post on X. “Capital flows into Bitcoin have driven its price up to $74K, while gold has experienced a slight decline.”

Source: @cryptoquant_com/X

ETF Flows Highlight Capital Rotation

JPMorgan analysts, led by Managing Director Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, noted last week that the correlation between Bitcoin and gold snapped under the pressure of the U.S.-Iran war. They said that while geopolitical instability usually drives a unified bid for safe havens, gold and Bitcoin were currently moving in opposite directions.

JPMorgan stated that this was a reversal in the trend seen earlier in the year when gold funds held the advantage. It is estimated that GLD saw 2.7% of assets under management (AUM) outflows, while the iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) saw 1.5% of AUM inflows.

BTC Vs GLD: The Price Action

Bitcoin’s price was down 1.7% in the last 24 hours to around $72,400 on Wednesday morning. Retail sentiment around the apex cryptocurrency remained in ‘bullish’ territory over the past day, while chatter was at ‘normal’ levels.

BTC retail sentiment and message volume on March 18 as of 9:35 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

Meanwhile, gold prices fell as much as 2.5% over the past day, trading just above $4,800 in early morning trade. The SPDR Gold Shares ETF (GLD) was among the top trending tickers on Stocktwits. Retail sentiment around the fund dipped deeper into ‘extremely bearish’ territory, while chatter remained at ‘normal’ levels over the past day.

Read also: Bitcoin Holds $74,000 Ahead Of Fed Rate Decision, Altcoins Lead Gains

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Bitcoin Falls Below $72,000 For The First Time This Week After Eight-Day Rally Ends

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:05:00 +0530

Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $72,000 for the first time this week on Wednesday morning after the apex cryptocurrency had logged eight straight days of gains.

According to Glassnode data, this was the first time in over two years that Bitcoin saw daily gains stretch for this long, with the last such streak occurring in October 2023. Bitcoin’s price slipped 2.3% in the last 24 hours to $71,990 from an intraday high of nearly $75,000. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the apex cryptocurrency remained in ‘bullish’ territory over the past day amid ‘normal’ levels of chatter.

BTC retail sentiment and message volume on March 18 as of 10:25 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

The overall cryptocurrency market dropped below the $2.6 trillion mark, down 2.8% in the last 24 hours. CoinGlass data showed nearly $300 million in leveraged trades were wiped out over the past day, with long positions worth $222 million accounting for the majority.

Ethereum (ETH) led losses among the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, followed by Solana (SOL) and Cardano (ADA). Ethereum’s price fell 4.4% in the last 24 hours to around $2,200, while Solana’s price dropped 4.2% to $90 and Cardano’s price slid 3.8% to around $0.275.

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Hims & Hers Opens Up Pre-Launch Waitlist For Ozempic And Wegovy Following Partnership With Novo Nordisk

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:00:07 +0530

Hims & Hers Health Inc. (HIMS) on Wednesday announced a pre-launch waitlist for Ozempic and Wegovy following a partnership with Novo Nordisk AS (NVO).

Hims & Hers stated that people who sign up for the waitlist will gain priority access to the official debut of Ozempic and Wegovy on the telehealth company’s platform.

Interested users can join the waitlist here or here.

Hims & Hers shares were down nearly 1% in Wednesday’s pre-market trade. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits around the company trended in the ‘bullish’ territory with message volumes at ‘high’ levels at the time of writing.

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