📈 Top Gainers

Stocks that defied the broader trend and delivered strong weekly returns:

• L&T Tech (+9.2%) – Surged after the company announced a record deal in aerospace engineering with a European OEM, boosting confidence in its order pipeline.
• Adani Green (+8.7%) – Rallied on news of a $500M strategic investment from a Middle East sovereign wealth fund into its renewable expansion plans.
• Bharti Airtel (+7.4%) – Continued its momentum following a strong earnings report and increased average revenue per user (ARPU).
• Zomato (+6.1%) – Jumped as the company reported a surprise operating profit for the first time, driven by improved logistics and cost control.
• REC Ltd (+5.9%) – Benefited from government announcements around green hydrogen and rural electrification expansion.

📉 Top Losers

Stocks that took a hit due to weaker results, regulatory risks, or macro concerns:

• Paytm (-12.4%) – Slid sharply after reports of increased scrutiny from the RBI on its lending partnerships and wallet operations.
• Vedanta (-9.1%) – Dropped as the company missed earnings estimates and flagged delays in its demerger process.
• InterGlobe Aviation (-7.6%) – Declined on weak Q4 results and rising ATF costs affecting forward guidance.
• Nayara Energy (-6.8%) – Fell amid concerns over international sanctions impacting crude sourcing and margins.
• Biocon (-5.3%) – Slipped after the USFDA issued observations on its Bengaluru plant during a recent inspection.

📊 Sector Snapshot

Gaining Sectors: Renewables, telecom, and engineering led the pack, driven by upbeat earnings and policy tailwinds.
Under Pressure: Pharma and fintech saw correction amid regulatory overhangs and profit-taking.

🔮 What to Watch Next Week

Looking ahead, markets will be watching the U.S. Fed minutes, India’s infrastructure capex update, and monthly auto sales numbers. Volatility could rise as investors rebalance portfolios for the next fiscal quarter.