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IT growth under pressure as AI risks rise; pharma, power see support: Nikunj Doshi
Nikunj Doshi, Managing Partner & CIO-PMS at Bay Capital Investments Advisors, says IT services face growth challenges amid AI disruption and remains cautious on the sector. He prefers a bottom-up approach in pharma, citing benefits from rupee depreciation and easing US tariff risks. Doshi is also positive on power and ancillaries, driven by global investments, while staying selective on new-age tech stocks due to expensive valuations and potential post-lock-in selling.
Infosys names Grand Slam Champion Carlos Alcaraz as global brand ambassador
Infosys signs multi year deal with tennis star Carlos Alcaraz as global brand ambassador, to co develop AI match analytics, performance app and social impact tech projects.
Global funds, Adani, GMR, others in race for NIIF's smart meter business
Global infrastructure investors and domestic smart meter makers are showing strong interest in acquiring IntelliSmart Infrastructure. The company, owned by NIIF and EESL, is expected to be valued at $400 million. This sale aligns with India's ambitious smart meter rollout under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme.
TCG Asset Management’s Shahzad Madon picks digital infra, defence & renewables as key themes
Shahzad Madon of TCG Asset Management says investors should focus on long-term themes like energy transition, digital infrastructure, defence and manufacturing amid global uncertainty. He believes these sectors will see strong multi-year growth driven by geopolitical changes and rising demand. Madon prefers transmission plays within renewables, and remains comfortable with EMS companies due to steady earnings growth and improving margins. 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.
Nuvama’s PE arm raises focus on manufacturing, invests ₹200 cr in Chennai-based Val-Met Engineering
Nuvama Private Equity has acquired a minority stake in Val-Met Engineering for ₹200 crore to capitalize on the aerospace and defence manufacturing boom. The investment aims to scale the specialized material supplier into a global player through tech upgrades and international acquisitions.
Jindal Renewables, INOXGFL in race for GIP's Vena India
The potential bidders are currently undertaking due diligence of the asset, and binding bids are expected by next month, the people said. Global investors, including Actis, Sembcorp, KKR, and Macquarie, had also evaluated the company but decided against holding advanced negotiations with GIP, said people aware of the development.
A panicked race for barrels grips the global oil market
A desperate scramble for immediately available oil supplies is occurring globally, with traders paying unprecedented prices for prompt cargoes. This physical market frenzy contrasts with futures, highlighting a significant crude shortfall as Middle East supplies are disrupted. Refiners may cut production, deepening shortages of vital products like diesel and jet fuel.
Mint Explainer | Why SpaceX’s $75 billion IPO matters: Size, stakes and market impact
From scale to structure, what a potential record-breaking IPO means for markets, investors and global tech
Why India may miss the next Asia rally: Nomura’s Chetan Seth
Chetan Seth, Asia-Pacific Equity Strategist at Nomura outlines how Korea and Taiwan could outperform on strong AI-driven earnings, while India’s performance will depend on energy stability and foreign inflows. Seth also breaks down the recent FII outflows, the role of the rupee, and why global capital is rotating toward tech-heavy markets.
SILA raises $100 million from PE firm Permira to fund expansion plans
The investment signals rising global PE appetite for India’s tech-enabled business services, as SILA scales operations across 125 cities and 450 million sq. ft of managed assets.
Why BofA takes a contrarian call cutting India’s earnings estimates for second time in a row?
All other EMs are offering much better growth than India, and at cheaper valuations as well, says Amish Shah, head of India research at BofA Global Research
Airtel expands 5G footprint with 4,300 sites in eastern Uttar Pradesh
Bharti Airtel has significantly expanded its 5G network in eastern Uttar Pradesh. Over the past year, more than 4,300 new 5G sites were deployed across 48 districts. This expansion covers 34 million people in urban centers, growing towns, and rural villages. The enhanced network ensures faster and reliable connectivity for work, education, and digital services for millions across the region.