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See long-term opportunity in auto parts, aerospace and chemicals: AB Sun Life AMC’s Harish Krishnan
Harish Krishnan of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC said the rupee’s sharp fall may be nearing its final phase as the government and RBI step up stabilisation measures. He highlighted engineering exports, chemicals, aerospace and IT services as long-term investment themes, while cautioning that margin pressure from rising input costs could continue over the next two quarters.
Gems and jewellery exports fall over 9% in April amid weak demand, volatile prices
India’s gems and jewellery exports fell over 9% in April 2026, as weak global demand hit diamonds and gold while silver and platinum jewellery gained.
India prioritises forex for crude, defence imports as govt hikes gold, silver duty
India raises customs duty on gold, silver and platinum to curb non essential imports, conserve foreign exchange and protect the current account amid West Asia tensions.
Government raises import duty on gold and precious metals
The government on Wednesday hiked import duties on gold and silver to 15 per cent from 6 per cent as part of measures to curb inbound shipments of precious metals amid a rising import bill due to the West Asia crisis, the finance ministry notified. The revised rates came into effect on 13 May. Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's clarion call for curbs on gold purchases, along with other austerity measures to save on foreign exchange, the Finance Ministry, in a notification, hiked the social welfare surcharge (SWS) and the agriculture infrastructure and development cess (AIDC), effective May 13. The duty hikes will raise the overall customs duty on gold to 15 per cent. Separately, the Finance Ministry also revised customs duty rates for precious metal findings and recyclable precious metal waste. Under the revised structure, gold and silver findings will attract a 5% customs duty, while platinum findings will face a 5.4% duty. Imports of spent catalysts or ash containing ...
India raises gold import duty back to 15%: What’s behind the move
India has significantly raised import duties on gold, silver, and platinum. This move aims to safeguard the nation's economy and foreign exchange reserves. The government prioritises essential imports like crude oil and fertilisers. This decision reflects a proactive approach to manage external risks.
Gold, silver advance as Fed rate outlook supports safe-haven demand
Gold and silver rose in Asia on US-China summit and Iran tensions, oil eased, US inflation hit a three year high, Kevin Warsh joined the Fed, India hiked gold and silver import tariffs.
Gold, Silver Imports To Turn Costlier: Govt Doubles Duty To 10% After PM Modi's Forex Warning
Gold, silver and platinum prices are set to become costlier in the retain market.
Shakti Pumps (India) Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Dalmia Bharat Ltd, CCL Products (India) Ltd, Aditya Birla Real Estate Ltd and Vardhman Textiles Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 08 May 2026.
Baroda BNP Paribas MF sees easing crude boosting rate-sensitive stocks, chemicals
Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund Senior Fund Manager Jitendra Sriram said softer crude prices could improve sentiment for India and support interest rate-sensitive sectors. He believes refining, oil marketing and select specialty chemical companies may benefit if West Asia tensions ease. Sriram also cautioned that higher raw material and logistics costs may pressure corporate earnings over the next few quarters despite resilient recent results. 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.
Bajaj Auto, Godrej Consumer Products, Meesho, Paytm, Radico Khaitan, Hexaware Tech Q4 Results Today — What To Expect
Aditya Birla Real Estate, Kansai Nerolac Paints, KPIT Technologies, PB Fintech and Shree Cement among others to announce their results on Wednesday.
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: DMart shares down 4%, ideaForge Technologies up 16%; Ambuja report today
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Amubja Cements, Manappuram Finance, Godrej Properties, Aditya Birla Capital, Tata Technologies, KEI Industries, Jindal Stainless, BHEL, Aarti Industries, Sobha, Quess Corp, Tata Chemicals, Wockhardt, are among the companies reporting their earnings today. Also watch for earnings reactions from Avenue Supermarts, Kotak Mahindra Bank, CDSL, NSDL, Zen Technologies, Mazagon Dock and others. Watch this space for all the LIVE earnings reactions.
Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: LT Foods, Aditya Birla Real Estate among 5 stocks that could give 20-30% return
Brokerages remain bullish on select stocks including LT Foods, Aditya Birla Real Estate, PhysicsWallah, Aurionpro Solutions and Solar Industries, with potential upside of 20–38% backed by strong growth visibility and sectoral tailwinds.