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Road contractor stocks could gain as highway project awards gather pace: Equirus
Road construction stocks including NCC, KPIL, KEC International and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) could benefit from a revival in highway project awards, says Equirus' Vijay Agarwal, who expects around ₹1.5 lakh crore of road projects to be awarded this year.
Technology to be central to Hindustan Zinc's next phase of growth: Chairperson
Hindustan Zinc is pivoting towards becoming a future-ready energy transition company, Chairperson Priya Agarwal Hebbar announced. The firm is significantly investing in technology like AI and automation to boost productivity and safety. Diversifying beyond zinc, the company is exploring critical minerals such as lithium and rare earth elements, essential for the growing electric vehicle market and India's industrial expansion. This strategic shift, dubbed Hindustan Zinc 2.
Smartworks appoints Rajeev Agarwal and Justice (Retd.) Dilip Deshmukh on its board
Smartworks Coworking Spaces has announced the strengthening of its Board with the appointment of Rajeev Krishnamuralilal Agarwal as an Additional Non-Executive and Independent Director of the Company, and the recommendation for the appointment of Justice (Retd.) Dilip Deshmukh as a Non-Executive and Independent Director of the Company, subject to the approval of the Company's shareholders.
Ashwini Agarwal prefers private banks and FMCG, cautious on IT and metals
Ashwini Agarwal, Founder & Partner at Demeter Advisors, advised a stock-specific approach within FMCG, stayed constructive on pharmaceutical innovation, cautioned against long-term calls on metals due to commodity uncertainty, and said AI has made him reluctant to invest in IT despite attractive valuations.
Agarwal Industrial Corporation Ltd leads gainers in 'B' group
Ravindra Energy Ltd, Physicswallah Ltd, Kwality Walls India Ltd and MSTC Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 04 June 2026.
SEBI penalises Suzlon Energy and its key executives in OMS slump sale case
Besides the ₹15.95 crore on the company, SEBI also imposed penalties on key officials — ₹5.75 crore on Vinod R. Tanti, ₹5.45 crore on Girish R. Tanti, ₹1.5 crore on Kirti J. Vagadia, and ₹30 lakh on Amit Agarwal — bringing total penalties across entities and individuals to over ₹29 crore. Shares of Suzlon Energy ended 0.54% lower at ₹56.99 on the NSE today, May 29.
Demeter Advisors' Ashwini Agarwal sees opportunity in private banks, FMCG, avoids AI & defence bets
Ashwini Agarwal, Founder & Partner, Demeter Advisors, said the Indian market currently favours bottom-up stock selection over sector-wide bets. He remains positive on private banks, FMCG and selectively on IT services due to valuation comfort and earnings visibility, while avoiding expensive AI, defence and metal plays. Agarwal also said India’s ongoing trade agreements could support exports and growth over the medium term.
Paytm, Urban Company among 10 companies with highest FII shareholding in Q4. Check full list
Foreign investors are showing interest in select Indian companies. Despite a significant outflow from Indian equities, some firms have attracted substantial FII investment. Le Travenues Technology leads with the highest FII stake. Other notable companies include 360 One WAM, Redington, CarTrade Tech, and Agarwal's Health Care.
Earnings likely to improve, but rising oil could hurt in short term: SBI Securities
Sunny Agarwal, Head of Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, expects double-digit earnings recovery over FY27–28, despite near-term risks from crude-led margin pressure in Q1. He sees mid- and small-cap opportunities in hospitality, capital markets, and select banks, with improving return ratios. He also flags recovery in building materials and consumer staples, while infra push and regional growth could support sectors like cement and logistics.
Bikaji founder Shiv Ratan Agarwal passes away at 74
Shiv Ratan Agarwal, the visionary founder of Bikaji Foods International, has passed away at the age of 75. Agarwal was instrumental in transforming the traditional Bikaneri snacks business into the globally recognized Bikaji brand. His strategic leadership combined authentic taste with modern business practices. The company is committed to continuing his legacy of growth and responsible business operations.
Oil may hit $180, market can fall 10% if Strait of Hormuz stays shut for 10 more days: Demeter
Ashwini Agarwal, Founder & Partner at Demeter Advisors, told CNBC-TV18 that if the Strait of Hormuz remains shut for another 10 days, crude oil prices could surge to around $180 per barrel and global markets, including India, may fall about 10%. He said this is a low-probability scenario but investors should remain mentally prepared for such risks as tensions in West Asia continue to impact global energy supply and financial markets. Once tensions ease, financial stocks could lead the market recovery as they have been among the hardest hit but are less directly affected by the Middle East conflict.
Beyond Price: Finding dynamic support and resistance using Option Open Interest: Shubham Agarwal
Open Interest can help traders spot evolving support and resistance levels by tracking where option writers are building positions, offering insights that traditional charting methods may miss.