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Growth Leaders: 10 midcap stocks with stellar 50%+ YoY sales gains
Several NSE midcap companies delivered strong growth in the December 2025 quarter, with sales rising over 50% year-on-year. Firms across sectors such as metals, real estate, energy and healthcare reported sharp demand-led expansion, highlighting strong business momentum and growth potential.
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.
Five Stocks To Watch: BSE, NTPC, BHEL, Petronet And GE Shipping | March 13, 2026
Top picks include stock exchange operator BSE, state-run power heavyweights NTPC and BHEL, energy player Petronet LNG, and shipping major Great Eastern Shipping (GE Shipping).
Stocks in news: Tata Steel, Kaynes Tech, GAIL, Somany Ceramics, TVS Motor
Indian markets continued their downward trend on Thursday. Several companies saw significant news. BofA Securities invested in Kaynes Technologies. GAIL assured uninterrupted gas supply to Bengaluru. South Indian Bank launched EPF payment services. DCM Shriram approved renewable energy investment. TVS Motor launched a new electric scooter. Tata Steel moved court over a GST demand.
About 6,600 MW nuclear capacity under construction in India
In energy storage systems, 11,620 MW/69,720 MWh Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) are under construction. A total of 6,580 MW/39,480 MWh capacity of Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) is concurred and yet to be taken up for construction.
Adani Total Gas shares soar nearly 40% in just 2 days! What’s triggering the rally despite weak market?
Shares of Adani Total Gas rose sharply on Thursday, extending a two-day rally after the government issued the Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026, to prioritise gas supplies to essential sectors amid Middle East conflict-driven disruptions. The move follows LNG shipment issues through the Strait of Hormuz, while supply concerns continue to roil energy markets.
Stocks in news: Nazara Technologies, IndiGo, Hindustan Zinc, NTPC Green, RIL
Indian markets saw a strong rebound on Tuesday, recovering some losses. Global cues improved and crude oil price worries eased. Several companies are in focus today. Nazara Technologies saw a significant block deal. IndiGo's CEO stepped down. RIL is boosting LPG production. Vedanta calls for unlocking domestic resources. NTPC Green Energy added new solar capacity.
Nomura retains confidence in Indian steel cos; Tata, JSW among top picks
Among sector players, Nomura has maintained Buy recommendations on Tata Steel with a target price of ₹220 per share, JSW Steel at ₹1,340, Jindal Steel at ₹1,280, and Lloyds Metals & Energy at ₹1,600
Iran sought permission for docking of 3 ships in Indian ports; approval granted: Jaishankar
India permitted three Iranian ships to dock at its ports. One vessel, IRIS LAVAN, docked in Kochi on March 4. This humane gesture was appreciated by Iran. The move comes amid rising tensions in the Indian Ocean following the sinking of an Iranian warship. India remains committed to ensuring the nation's energy security amidst global disruptions.
Avoid OMCs; prefer defence and summer plays: Chola Securities
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, says oil marketing companies remain largely avoidable as they are cyclical, commodity-linked businesses with limited long-term wealth creation potential, especially as renewable energy gains share. He advises selective buying in market declines, favouring defence stocks like BEL and HAL and summer-linked plays such as LG Electronics and Blue Star. Kant also sees corrections in InterGlobe Aviation as a potential long-term buying opportunity despite near-term volatility.
Kolkata Port signs agreement with East Horizon for Rs 260 crore FSRU project at Haldia
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata will soon have a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit at Haldia Dock Complex. East Horizon Pvt Limited will establish this facility. The project involves an investment of approximately Rs 260 crore. This will boost LNG handling capabilities in eastern India. It will also support cleaner energy infrastructure development and strengthen the national gas supply chain.
Nayara Energy lawsuit against SAP over software service halt in Delhi HC next week
Nayara Energy is taking SAP India to the Delhi High Court. SAP suspended critical software services for Nayara, citing European Union sanctions. Nayara argues its contract is with SAP India, an Indian company, and not subject to foreign sanctions. The court will hear the case next week. This dispute highlights foreign law impacting Indian operations and energy security.