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Power supply advisory to states, utilities likely soon
The power ministry will issue an advisory to states and utilities. This advisory focuses on strengthening preparedness for erratic weather conditions. Utilities will be directed to maintain adequate coal and water supplies. Preventive maintenance will also be completed to minimise power outages. Peak demand is projected to remain high over the next three months.
OMCs, gas utilities remain top picks despite fresh oil price volatility: ICICI Securities
Probal Sen, Senior Research Analyst-Indian Oil & Gas Sector, Indian Agrichem Sector, Institutional Equities at ICICI Securities discusses India's energy outlook, LPG supply risks, ONGC and Oil India, while Trading.com's Peter McGuire shares his view on crude prices amid escalating West Asia tensions.
Coal India's SECL strengthens monsoon measures for uninterrupted supply
SECL, a Coal India subsidiary, has implemented robust monsoon preparedness to ensure uninterrupted coal supplies crucial for India's energy security. The company achieved its best-ever first-quarter performance in production and offtake, with a significant portion directed to power utilities. SECL's extensive operations across Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh underscore its vital role in meeting national energy demands.
Quantum AMC's George Thomas on sectors to watch as crude prices ease
George Thomas, Fund Manager-Equity at Quantum AMC, which managed assets worth over ₹3,948.11 crore as of March 2026, believes lower crude prices could benefit oil marketing companies, gas utilities and businesses dependent on crude derivatives. However, he cautioned investors against relying on volatile earnings and advised focusing on normalised profit levels and valuations. Thomas said financials remain the fund's largest allocation, while IT stocks have become attractive from a valuation perspective despite near-term demand uncertainties.
Regulator in India's top solar state again blocks 3.2 GW coal power project
Rajasthan's power regulator has again rejected a proposed 3.2 gigawatt coal power project. The regulator wants state utilities to first reassess demand and capacity needs. This decision comes as other Indian states increase coal power purchases to meet rising demand for round-the-clock electricity. India aims for significant non-fossil fuel power capacity by 2030.
Coal India, CESC and other power stocks: JM Financial analyst explains impact of Bengal elections
JM Financial views the West Bengal election outcome as a potential boost for power sector governance, driven by expectations of reform under a BJP-led government. While this could create headwinds for CESC, it may benefit Coal India and other central utilities
War or no war: BofA cites nearly 50 stocks that could perform well irrespective of geopolitical outcome
Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices, Bank of America has identified 46 Indian stocks poised for resilience. The brokerage highlights companies across pharmaceuticals, jewellery, power utilities, ports, metals, and healthcare sectors that are expected to perform well irrespective of the conflict's outcome.
Watch | Sanjay Parekh on where he sees value in banks, IT, cement and telecom stocks
Sohum Asset Managers’ Founder & CIO, Sanjay Parekh, says markets look sluggish despite improving macro conditions, with Q3 Nifty earnings near 8–9%. He sees recovery in CVs (Ashok Leyland), credit growth at ICICI Bank and gradual picka a up in cement and steel. Portfolio stays domestic-focused: overweight telecom, NBFCs, industrials, cement, utilities, ports and logistics; underweight oil & gas and banks, zero FMCG. Watching IT names like Infosys and TCS, mid-cap tech (Persistent, Coforge, Mastek), defence HAL, quick commerce Zomato and Swiggy, and capital goods L&T, JSW Energy.