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Jindal Stainless appoints former Adani Energy executive Kunjal Mehta as CFO
Jindal Stainless, India's leading stainless steel maker, has appointed Kunjal Mehta, formerly of Adani Energy Solutions, as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective June 25. Mehta, a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in corporate finance and value creation, is expected to bolster the company's financial strength and growth. Jindal Stainless is currently expanding its production capacity and global reach.
Adani storms Hindalco-Vedanta duopoly with Rs 1.1 lakh crore gambit
Gautam Adani's $11.5 billion aluminium joint venture with IHC marks his biggest bet yet on India's industrial future. Rather than challenging Hindalco and Vedanta directly, Adani is targeting soaring aluminium demand driven by manufacturing, renewable energy and infrastructure, aiming to build a fully integrated metals business and reshape India's aluminium industry.
Adani Energy Solutions Ltd extends upmove
Adani Energy Solutions Ltd is quoting at Rs 1621.2, up 3.34% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 83.53% in last one year as compared to a 3.99% fall in NIFTY and a 8.05% fall in the Nifty Energy.
Vedanta Power shares fall 3% despite 38% jump in Q1 sales. Should you buy, sell or hold?
Vedanta Power share price dipped 3% despite a significant 38% year-on-year surge in power sales for the June quarter, driven by Meenakshi Energy's expansion and Talwandi Sabo's consistent output. While Meenakshi Energy saw a 245% jump, Sakti Thermal Plant faced a shutdown due to a boiler blast. Brokerages remain divided on the company's valuation, with targets ranging from Rs 35 to Rs 60 per share.
India, Australia set to seal uranium supply pact during PM Modi’s visit
Prime Minister Modi's Australia visit is set to feature a significant uranium supply pact, bolstering India's nuclear power ambitions. Discussions will also cover critical minerals, cybersecurity, and clean energy. This follows a decade-old framework and aims to deepen economic ties, building on the landmark ECTA trade agreement which has already boosted bilateral trade to $54.4 billion.
Bullish futures positioning hints at upside in large-cap stocks
Indian stock markets are seeing pockets of strength, particularly in mid- and small-cap segments, with optimism now extending to select large-cap stocks. Analysts highlight several stocks showing bullish futures build-up and positive technical indicators. IndusInd Bank, Nalco, Shree Cement, HDFC AMC, Adani Energy Solutions, Nestlé India, and ONGC are identified as potential gainers, with specific entry points, targets, and stop-losses provided for traders.
Govt scraps auction of 9 critical mineral blocks citing poor investor response
Government cancels auction of nine crucial mineral blocks due to poor investor interest and a lack of qualified bidders. This setback hinders efforts to boost domestic production of minerals vital for energy security and clean-tech manufacturing. The cancellations, a recurring issue in previous rounds, highlight challenges in attracting private investment to riskier mining ventures with high costs and regulatory hurdles.
Vedanta Power reports 38% rise in Q1 power sales, led by Meenakshi Energy
Vedanta Power reported a 38% year-on-year increase in electricity sales to 5,225 million units in the June quarter, driven mainly by a sharp jump in output from Meenakshi Energy following its capacity expansion.
Vedanta Power Q1 update: Sales rise 38% on Meenakshi boost, Sakti shutdown weighs
Vedanta Power reported a 38% year-on-year rise in Q1 power sales, driven by a sharp jump in Meenakshi Energy output. Sequential performance declined due to lower generation at some plants, while Sakti Thermal Plant remained shut after a boiler blast, impacting overall volumes during the quarter.
Expert view: See compelling opportunities in financials, energy, metals, says Sandeep Neema of PL Asset Management - livemint.com
Expert view: See compelling opportunities in financials, energy, metals, says Sandeep Neema of PL Asset Managementlivemint.com
Adani-IHC foray may rejig India's aluminium market mix
Adani Group is set to disrupt India's aluminium market with an $11.5 billion venture, challenging Hindalco and Vedanta. The project, slated to add nearly 50% to national output in five years, leverages Adani's low-cost energy advantage. This significant expansion aims to meet rising domestic demand, with a substantial portion of bauxite sourced from Odisha, creating over 53,000 jobs.
Market Pulse: Key triggers to watch ahead of the July 3 trading session
Market Pulse July 3: Global cues remain supportive as US stocks traded higher after weaker-than-expected jobs data reinforced hopes of a prolonged pause in Federal Reserve rate hikes. Domestically, investors will track Adani Enterprises’ ₹10,000-crore QIP launch and developments in energy markets after the government ruled out an immediate fuel price cut. Technically, Nifty’s close above its 100-day moving average has improved sentiment, with analysts seeing scope for a move towards 24,300-24,500, while 24,000 remains a key support level.