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Solar Industries shares could fall 43% projects Kotak in bearish call; Stock slips
Despite its positive long-term outlook, the brokerage believes Solar Industries' current valuation adequately reflects these growth prospects.
NITI Aayog holds stakeholder consultation on critical mineral demand, supply chain security amid rising clean energy needs
NITI Aayog convened experts to assess India's future critical mineral needs. Discussions focused on demand, supply chain vulnerabilities, and domestic capabilities. India's clean energy and advanced manufacturing expansion will drive mineral demand. The nation faces import dependency, requiring supply source diversification and domestic value chains. These efforts aim to secure long-term economic and national security objectives.
Adani Enterprises, France's Dioxycle partner on low-carbon chemicals in India
Adani Enterprises and Dioxycle have formed a long-term partnership for chemical production. This collaboration marks Adani Group's entry into the low-carbon chemical sector. Initially, a pilot plant will produce formic acid using renewable energy sources. The companies will also explore other emissions-reducing chemical production opportunities. This venture aims to convert captured carbon emissions into valuable products.
Private banks write off nearly half of NPAs in FY26, outpace PSBs
"Private banks utilise these write-offs and provisioning buffers to proactively clean up their balance sheets, while public sector banks generally rely more heavily on aggregate long-term or systemic recovery," said Kuntal Sur, partner and leader for risk consulting, financial services and treasury, at PwC India. "Unsecured retail loans in general have shown deteriorations leading to higher write-offs."
Private banks write off nearly half of NPAs in FY26, outpace PSBs
"Private banks utilise these write-offs and provisioning buffers to proactively clean up their balance sheets, while public sector banks generally rely more heavily on aggregate long-term or systemic recovery," said Kuntal Sur, partner and leader for risk consulting, financial services and treasury, at PwC India. "Unsecured retail loans in general have shown deteriorations leading to higher write-offs."
India emerging as reliable green fuel supplier: Renewable Energy Secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi
India is emerging as a key global supplier of clean fuels, with significant long-term agreements for green ammonia and methanol to Japan. These deals, involving ACME Group and Japanese corporations, underscore India's growing role in international green hydrogen value chains. The nation's cost-competitive production capabilities are set to bolster global decarbonization efforts and energy security, as highlighted by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
India's Below-Normal July Rain Forecast Risks Crop Outlook
July rainfall is expected to be less than 94% of the long-term average of about 28 centimeters, largely due to the emergence of an El Nino weather pattern in the Pacific Ocean, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director general of the IMD, said at an online briefing Tuesday.
Defence electronics to lead next growth phase; Bharat Electronics remains top pick: PL Capital
Amit Anwani, Research Analyst at PL Capital Group, expects a defence and commercial shipbuilding pipeline exceeding ₹2 lakh crore to support growth, while Bharat Electronics remains his preferred stock under coverage, with Solar Industries also offering long-term opportunities.
SBI Securities prefers HDFC Bank, sees long-term upside in metals
Sunny Agarwal, Head Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, remains positive on private banks, preferring HDFC Bank over Kotak Mahindra Bank after the lender received a clean legal review. He says Persistent Systems' acquisition benefits may take up to eight quarters to materialise, while slower growth remains a near-term concern. Agarwal is also bullish on the metals sector, with Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys as his top pick, and remains positive on Astral over the long term despite near-term challenges.
Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: Ambuja Cements, SRF among 5 stocks that could give 10-20% return
We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources.
Govt targets solar, hydrogen components to cut import dependence
India is boosting domestic manufacturing across solar, green hydrogen, and wind energy sectors to curb import reliance. Key focus areas include solar inverters, electrodes, catalysts, bipolar plates, and polysilicon. This strategic move aims to strengthen the supply chain for critical components, addressing current import dependencies and fostering long-term cost competitiveness for India's burgeoning renewable energy industry.
Worst is behind us, markets could hit new highs in 6-12 months: Envision’s Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah, Founder of Envision Capital, remains positive on digital platforms, defence, aerospace and consumer discretionary sectors, citing long-term domestic growth drivers. Shah expects stronger earnings, policy reforms and foreign investor participation to support markets, while also identifying opportunities linked to GLP-1 drugs, nutrition products and healthcare themes.