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AWL Agri Business to expand regenerative mustard farming after yields jump 30%
AWL Agri Business will expand its regenerative mustard farming programme after demonstration farms delivered yield improvements of up to 30%, reinforcing its focus on sustainable agriculture while supporting India's long-term edible oil self-reliance ambitions.
Stocks in news: RIL, Trent, Titan, Cochin Shipyard, Nestle, Indian Oil
Markets extended their winning streak on Monday, supported by encouraging quarterly business updates. Reliance Industries received an administrative warning from Sebi regarding insider trading allegations. Trent and Titan reported strong revenue growth in their respective June quarter results. The government will sell a stake in Cochin Shipyard through an offer for sale. Nestle announced the establishment of a new Global Capability Center in Hyderabad.
Maersk places order for 1,000 shipping containers with DCM Shriram Group
Global shipping giant AP Moller-Maersk has ordered 1,000 more India-made shipping containers from DCM Shriram Group. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled the first such container, marking a significant step towards self-reliance in maritime manufacturing. This partnership is set to boost India's global supply chain presence and manufacturing capabilities, supported by government initiatives promoting domestic production.
Cracks in cola kingdom: India's duopoly faces biggest test in decades
India's cola market is undergoing a significant transformation, moving beyond the traditional Coca-Cola vs. PepsiCo rivalry. Reliance's Campa revival ignited a price war, while ITC's new premium, sugar-free coconut cola signals a shift towards health, premiumization, and niche offerings. This evolving landscape caters to health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives, indicating a more dynamic and diversified future for the Indian beverage sector.
ITC enters cola business to add more fizz to beverages portfolio
India's carbonated soft drinks market is intensifying as ITC launches a premium sugar-free Coconut Cola, aiming to compete with global giants Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. This move follows Reliance Industries' aggressive pricing strategy with its revived Campa brand. ITC plans to expand its beverage offerings, focusing on the premium, health-conscious segment, which is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing consumer preference for low- and no-sugar options.
Top Gainers & losers on 1 July: Reliance Power, Delhivery, Eternal, Paytm, MCX, Dabur India among top gainers - Mint
Top Gainers & losers on 1 July: Reliance Power, Delhivery, Eternal, Paytm, MCX, Dabur India among top gainersMint
Top Gainers & losers on 1 July: Reliance Power, Delhivery, Eternal, Paytm, MCX, Dabur India among top gainers
The Indian stock market opened positively in July, led by strong buying in realty, FMCG, and auto stocks, with Nifty 50 at 24,005 and Sensex at 76,873. However, IT and metal sectors saw declines as geopolitical tensions impacted crude oil prices.
Six of top-10 firms add ₹88,678 crore in mcap, ICICI Bank biggest winner
The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued companies went up by Rs 88,678.1 crore in a holiday-shortened last week, with ICICI Bank emerging as the biggest winner. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 297.57 points, or 0.38 per cent, and the NSE Nifty went up by 42.9 points, or 0.17 per cent. "Markets ended the holiday-shortened week with modest gains, advancing in three of the four trading sessions. Sentiment remained constructive, supported by easing crude oil prices, improving geopolitical developments in West Asia, and selective buying by foreign institutional investors (FIIs)," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. While Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finance and Larsen & Toubro were the gainers, Bharti Airtel, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion from their valuation. The market valuation of ICICI Bank jumped Rs ...
Hot Stocks: 3 stocks that may give returns between 11-36%
Analysts are recommending several stocks with projected returns ranging from 11% to 36%. Key picks include United Spirits, Vedanta Aluminium Metal, and Reliance Industries, with analysts citing strong brand portfolios, favorable policy changes, market deficits, and promising new energy ventures as drivers for potential growth and shareholder returns.
Duty tweaking required to boost domestic aluminium-based manufacturing: GTRI
India's aluminium sector faces policy distortions. A think tank proposes removing import duties on raw aluminium and adding export duties on the metal. This aims to encourage domestic production of higher-value aluminium products. The goal is to reduce reliance on imported finished goods and boost manufacturing competitiveness. This shift could create jobs and enhance exports.
Mcap of 8 most valued firms surges by ₹1.90 trn, ICICI Bank shines
The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 1.90 lakh crore last week, with ICICI Bank stealing the show, in tandem with a rally in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 1,284.61 points, or 1.73 per cent, and the NSE Nifty surged 256.2 points, or 1 per cent. "Indian equity markets ended a volatile week on a strong note, snapping a two-week losing streak amid improving global sentiment and supportive measures from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) aimed at attracting foreign currency inflows," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Investor confidence improved on optimism surrounding a potential USIran peace deal, which raised hopes of easing geopolitical tensions and stabilising energy markets, he added. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and Hindustan Unilever were the winners, while Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Stocks in news: Lenskart, PFC, RIL, Hindustan Zinc, Tata Consumer
Indian markets saw volatile trading on Wednesday, closing slightly down. Lenskart, PFC, RIL, Hindustan Zinc, and Tata Consumer are in focus. ADIA plans to sell Lenskart shares. Tata Consumer targets over 20% EBITDA margin. Reliance Industries subsidiary will redevelop a Mumbai slum. REC Ltd will merge with Power Finance Corporation. ZEEL plans to raise funds.