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Reliance warns of a volatile oil market in FY27, bets on gas and green chemicals for growth
In the upcoming financial year FY26-27, Reliance Industries Limited is preparing for a potential slump in global oil demand, driven by high crude prices, economic slowdowns, and geopolitical unrest in the Middle East. However, the company is positioning itself to seize a long-term opportunity in the energy and materials sectors.
Healthcare, engineering and specialty chemicals remain key market themes: Mayuresh Joshi
Mayuresh Joshi, Director Research at Marketsmith India, believes execution will remain key for companies like Suzlon, while healthcare, engineering and select speciality chemical names continue to offer strong growth opportunities. He also sees India-focused engineering and capital goods companies remaining resilient despite global uncertainties. Joshi says investors should stay selective in IT, remains positive on Navin Fluorine, and is closely tracking niche AI-linked opportunities emerging in smaller tech firms.
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.
DMCC Speciality Chemicals consolidated net profit rises 18.24% in the March 2026 quarter
Sales rise 41.86% to Rs 177.64 crore
NLC India Ltd leads gainers in 'A' group
Alkyl Amines Chemicals Ltd, Godrej Industries Ltd, Saregama India Ltd and GMR Power & Urban Infra Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 14 May 2026.
Berger Paints shares soar over 9% after Q4 net profit jumps 27% to Rs 335 crore
Berger Paints India saw its shares surge following a robust Q4 FY26 profit jump of over 27%, driven by strong sales volumes and better margins. Despite global uncertainties, the company anticipates continued growth fueled by construction chemicals and new product launches, with price adjustments expected to bolster profitability.
LANXESS inks pact with HPCL to sell aviation, industrial lubricants in India, SAARC region
Speciality chemicals firm LANXESS has signed an agreement with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited HPCL to market aviation and industrial lubricants in India and the SAARC region. The partnership aims to provide advanced lubricant solutions.
Privi Speciality Chemicals consolidated net profit rises 40.86% in the March 2026 quarter
Sales rise 17.60% to Rs 721.52 crore
German chemicals major BASF to set up global services hub in Hyderabad, to create 3,000 jobs
German chemical giant BASF is setting up two global services hubs in Hyderabad. This significant expansion will create approximately 3,000 jobs. The new hubs will manage global finance and human resources functions. This move strengthens BASF's presence in India and aims to drive innovation and digital transformation across its worldwide operations.
Stock Alert: Wockhardt, Jindal Stainless, Petronet LNG, Manappuram Finance, Aarti Industries
Larsen & Toubro, Mahindra and Mahindra, Punjab National Bank, Marico, Hero Motocorp, Lloyds Metals and Energy, SRF, Coforge, United Breweries, Poonawalla Fincorp, Ajanta Pharma, Emcure Pharmaceuticals, Aadhar Housing Finance, Gallantt Ispat, Jammu and Kashmir Bank, Voltamp Transformers, AAVAS Financiers, Lloyds Engineering Works, Alkyl Amines Chemicals, SJS Enterprises, Shilchar Technologies, GNG Electronics, Gujarat Heavy Chemicals, Aeroflex Industries, Shanthi Gears, Shoppers Stop, Dalmia Bharat Sugar and Industries, Cigniti Technologies, Raymond Realty, Raymond, Shipping Corporation of India Land and Assets, PTC India Financial Services, Spandana Sphoorty Financial, Dolphin Offshore Enterprises (India), CFF Fluid Control, DCW, Automobile Corporation of Goa (ACGL), Paushak, Mafatlal Industries, B Right Realestate, Kothari Petrochem, Foseco Crucible (India), Sutlej Textiles and Industries, Primo Chemicals, Onward Technologies, Kriti Nutrients, Jenburkt Pharma, Kriti Industries ..
Tata Chemicals Q4 results: Cons loss widens YoY to Rs 2,132 crore on exceptional items; revenue drops 2%
Tata Chemicals reported a sharp Q4FY26 net loss due to significant impairment charges and weak global pricing. Revenue declined marginally, margins turned negative, and cash flows weakened, though core operations showed improvement before exceptional items amid challenging market conditions.
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.