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Mayuresh Joshi favors Kirloskar Pneumatic, Navin Fluorine amid market volatility
Mayuresh Joshi, Director Research at Marketsmith India, said larger diversified NBFCs are better placed than pure gold financiers due to stable margins, stronger balance sheets and diversified loan books. He remains cautious on crude-linked sectors despite lower oil prices, citing near-term earnings pressure. Joshi also expects IndiGo to retain its market leadership despite a challenging quarter and highlighted strong order visibility, profitability and cash flows as key drivers for select industrial and specialty chemical companies. 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.
Grasim announces ₹3,094-cr investment for lyocell capacity expansion in Karnataka plant
The expansion will add 110,000 TPA capacity at Harihar; total cellulosic staple fibre capacity slated to exceed one million tonnes annually by 2030. Grasim Industries, a Aditya Birla Group company, shares closed at ₹3,060.30 on the NSE on June 8, down 0.89%, or ₹27.40.
We don't even know where LIC's office is: Rajesh Exports chief amid regulatory heat
Rajesh Exports Chairman Rajesh Mehta clarified LIC's investment in his company, stating the insurer bought shares over two decades from the open market. He asserted neither promoters nor the company benefited from LIC's stake, emphasizing that ordinary retail shareholders are the ultimate gainers, regardless of LIC's potential losses or exit.
India's bond inflows hit one-year high after RBI's steps to support rupee
Global funds bought ₹4,490 crore ($469 million) worth of index-eligible bonds on Friday, the most since June 30, 2025, when the government scrapped taxes on overseas investment in govt securities
Quantum Advisors' Nilesh Shetty sees value in private banks and IT; trims exposure to metals
Nilesh Shetty, Portfolio Manager at Quantum Advisors, believes India could benefit if the global AI trade loses momentum, though he does not expect foreign inflows to pick up meaningfully amid concerns over the rupee and geopolitical tensions. The fund remains positive on private sector banks, insurance companies and large-cap pharma stocks, while selectively adding IT services and logistics names. At the same time, it has been trimming metal and commodity exposure after a strong three-year rally, with Shetty seeing better opportunities in IT for patient investors. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Nestle among Nuvama's top 5 consumer picks after Q4 earnings season. Do you own any?
Nestle is among Nuvama's top consumer picks following strong Q4 earnings, driven by resilient rural and urban demand. Despite challenges like unseasonal weather impacting seasonal products, the brokerage highlighted Nestle, Asian Paints, Pidilite Industries, Berger Paints, and Marico as key investment opportunities in the sector.
Chola Securities' Dharmesh Kant sees BFSI earnings revival; likes IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank
Despite recent market volatility, Dharmesh Kant, Head Research at Chola Securities, believes investors should focus on bottom-up stock picking. He expects the banking and financial sector to emerge as a key earnings driver as stable interest rates support margins and treasury income. Among his preferred ideas are Aurionpro Solutions, Tata Technologies, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, Bank of India and Aadhar Housing Finance. He also remains positive on the long-term growth prospects of exchanges, AMCs and other capital market plays. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
INR losses momentum as dollar index spikes above 100 mark
The Indian rupee slipped in opening trades on Monday tracking sharp spike in dollar index above 100 mark. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed. INR opened at Rs 95.35 per dollar and hit a high of 95.28 so far during the day. On Friday, rupee ended at 95.18. Indian shares are seen opening sharply lower on Monday as investors weigh weak global cues and escalating Middle East tension against strong domestic GDP data as well as the Indian government's decision eliminating the 12.5 percent long term capital gains tax on foreign institutional investment in government bonds. India's economy grew an unexpectedly strong 7.8% year-on-year in the January-March quarter, the government said on Friday, as robust private investment, farm output and construction activity offset the early impact of the Middle East conflict.
'Need to leave cricket behind & find sports that are relevant'
Zee Entertainment is making a significant long-term bet on football. The company has secured FIFA media rights until 2034, including upcoming World Cups. This move signals a strategic shift away from the costly cricket market. Zee believes football, popular with young people, offers a valuable global sports property at a lower investment.
FPIs Pulls Out Rs 43,000 Crore In First Week of June Amid AI Trade, Rupee Weakness
Market experts said FPIs have been reducing their exposure to Indian equities due to a combination of weak earnings growth, rupee depreciation and the emergence of more attractive investment opportunities in global markets, particularly in the technology and AI space.
Electric mobility key to long-term fight against air pollution: UNEP chief
A top UN official stresses electric mobility and mandatory vehicle emissions testing for long-term air pollution solutions. India's plan to phase out older commercial vehicles with cleaner alternatives is highlighted. Investment in clean public transport and cleaner cooking solutions is crucial. Addressing local pollution sources like construction dust and waste burning is also vital for a healthier future.
FPI tax relief brings India's bond market closer to global standards: EY
Tejas Desai, Partner & Tax Financial Services Leader at EY India believes the move will make Indian bonds more attractive to overseas investors. He also highlighted higher investment limits for NRIs and OCIs and measures to simplify foreign investment, though he expects inflows to build gradually over time.