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EIM and Paradeep Parivahan commence deployment of electric heavy-duty trucks for UltraTech Cement
Energy In Motion (EIM) and Paradeep Parivahan (PPL) have commenced the deployment of approximately 45 EIM Ashwa 4x2, 55-tonne electric heavy-duty vehicles for UltraTech Cement.
Nifty tops key 23,500 hurdle, can head to 24,500 on buying interest: Analysts
Nifty's strong breakout above 23,500 has turned technical analysts bullish, anticipating a move towards 24,000-24,500. Analysts highlight improving momentum, bullish patterns, and sustained buying interest, with 23,100-23,300 acting as crucial support. Specific stock recommendations include Bank of India, BPCL, HDFC Bank, UltraTech Cement, and KEI Industries.

UltraTech Cement buys stake in renewable energy firm to cut power costs
UltraTech Cement Ltd has entered into an Energy Supply Agreement and a Share Subscription and Shareholders Agreement to acquire a 13.99% equity stake in FPEL Services Pvt. Ltd., a company engaged in the generation and transmission of renewable energy through wind power.

Motilal Oswal bullish on BSE, Lenskart and cement stocks as AI, market share growth drive outlook
Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Research, Wealth Management at Motilal Oswal Financial Services, said the brokerage remains positive on BSE Ltd. with a ₹4,400 target as cash market share gains and NSE’s expected listing could support growth. He also highlighted strong opportunities in AI-linked sectors such as power, cables and data centres, maintained a buy call on Lenskart with a ₹600 target, and named UltraTech Cement Ltd., JK Cement Ltd. and Dalmia Bharat Ltd. as preferred cement picks. Disclaimer: The views and tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own, not of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
UltraTech to pick up 26% in Sunsure Solarpark Seven
UltraTech Cement is set to acquire a significant stake in Sunsure Solarpark Seven. This move aims to secure green energy for UltraTech. The acquisition will help optimize energy costs and meet regulatory demands. The deal is expected to be finalized within 180 days. This strategic investment underscores UltraTech's commitment to renewable energy.

UltraTech Cement to acquire 26.18% stake in Sunsure Solarpark Seven for ₹19.2 crore
The ₹19.2-crore acquisition is aimed at meeting UltraTech's green energy requirements, optimising energy costs and complying with regulatory requirements for captive power consumption under electricity laws. UltraTech Cement Ltd shares closed at ₹11,225, up ₹109 or 0.98%, on March 18 at the NSE.
Nirmal Bang sees defence growth, flags cement margin pressure on fuel costs
Jyoti Gupta, Senior Research Analyst at Nirmal Bang Institutional Equities, remains positive on defence, citing strong order books and execution visibility despite rich valuations, with picks like HAL and BEL. On cement, she sees limited gas impact but rising pet coke and coal costs may pressure margins. Demand may moderate, though she prefers large caps like Ambuja and UltraTech while staying cautious on weaker regional players.

UltraTech Cement to acquire over 26% stake in Sunsure Solarpark Thirty Eight
UltraTech Cement will acquire a 26.20% stake in Sunsure Solarpark Thirty Eight to source renewable power and meet captive energy requirements.

Closing Bell: Market snaps 3-day fall; Nifty above 23,400, Sensex surges 939 pts
Biggest Nifty gainers M&M, Grasim Industries, Trent, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finance, while losers are Bharat Electronics, Wipro, Max Healthcare, Sun Pharma, Coal India. On the sectoral front, auto, bank, FMCG up 0.5-1%, while media, oil & gas, pharma, realty, capital goods down 0.5-2%. Nifty Midcap index is trading flat, while smallcap index down 0.5%.

Closing Bell: Market dives as crude climbs; Sensex slides 829 pts, Nifty below 23,700
Biggest Nifty losers were Eicher Motors, M&M, Maruti Suzuki, Bajaj Finance, UltraTech Cement, while gainers included Coal India, Jio Financial, Adani Enterprises, NTPC, Power Grid Corp. Among sectors, Auto index slipped more than 3%, FMCG index shed 1.7% and Private Bank index declined 1.6%, while Power index gained 2.5%, Energy index rose 2%, Oil & Gas, Metal, Capital Goods rose 0.5% each. The BSE midcap index fell 0.4% and smallcap index shed 0.7%.

Stocks to Watch Today: RITES, GNFC, IRB Infra, Tata Power, Dr Reddys Labs, Max Estates, Meesho, Kwality Walls, PB Fintech in focus on 9 March
Stocks to Watch, 9 March: Stocks like Kwality Walls India, SML Mahindra, Max Estates, Meesho, Kotak Mahindra Bank, R Systems International, Yes Bank, Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Tata Power Company, RITES, UltraTech Cement, and IRB Infrastructure Developers will be in focus on March 9.