Stock market recommendations: According to Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities, the top stock picks for the week are Bajaj Finance, and Larsen & Toubro. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty for the week starting February 9, 2026:

Overall, the Budget 2026–27 has been delivered with clarity, balance, and a long‑term vision. It successfully addresses expectations across sectors

Asian markets rallied, led by Tokyo, following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s election victory and hopes for greater political stability. Wall Street’s strong performance also boosted sentiment, with Japan’s Nikkei jumping significantly. Investors are optimistic about potential fiscal support and tax reductions, despite concerns over public debt.

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Stock market today: Indian equity benchmarks, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, opened in green on Monday, rallying strongly on the back of India-US trade deal joint statement issued over the weekend, and US President Donald Trump’s executive order revoking 25% penal tariffs.

A landmark Indo-US trade deal is poised to significantly boost India’s aerospace exports, potentially doubling sourcing for giants like Boeing. Zero-duty access for components will place India on par with established aerospace supply chains, with Indian carriers expected to place substantial aircraft orders.

An interim India-US trade arrangement offers clarity to India’s pharma sector, keeping medicines out of reciprocal tariffs. Washington has signaled negotiated outcomes for generics under the Section 232 investigation, which examines imports for national security threats. This agreement is seen as reassuring for strengthening the partnership and ensuring medicine security.

India and the US have agreed to an interim trade framework granting zero-duty access for diamonds and colored gemstones. This move is seen as a critical inflection point for the Indian gems and jewellery sector, aiming to reverse a significant decline in exports to the US market and restore competitiveness.

India and the US have finalized the first phase of a trade deal, leading to reduced reciprocal tariffs on Indian exports to 18%. This move benefits labor-intensive sectors like textiles and leather, while India has carefully opened up to American imports, protecting sensitive agricultural and dairy products. Several Indian food items will also gain zero-duty