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Forever Global Enterprises acquires Dhampur Bio Organics' Meerganj facility for INR 305 crores, marking entry into Uttar Pradesh's sugar sector
Forever Global Enterprises Limited has acquired Dhampur Bio Organics' Meerganj unit for INR 305 crores. This strategic move integrates a 9,000 TCD sugar mill and a 23 MW cogeneration plant, paving the way for a 200 KLPD grain-based and 100 KLPD molasses-based distillery. The expansion, with a total investment of INR 760 crores, aims to boost regional employment and farmer prosperity in western Uttar Pradesh, solidifying FGEL's sugar-to-spirits platform.
Som Distilleries & Breweries Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Shiva Texyarn Ltd, RRIL Ltd, Industrial Investment Trust Ltd and Mahalaxmi Fabric Mills Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 19 June 2026.
I Squared, US DFC to set up $3 billion energy infrastructure platform in Asia
I Squared Capital and the US International Development Finance Corporation are partnering. They will create a three billion dollar investment platform. This platform will focus on energy infrastructure in South and Southeast Asia. The goal is to boost energy connectivity with the Indo-Pacific region. It will support US LNG and energy exports.
Urban consumption, small caps remain top bets despite monsoon concerns: Quest Investment Advisors
Rakesh Vyas, CIO and Portfolio Manager at Quest Investment Advisors, remains positive on urban consumption, saying strong retail credit growth, tax benefits and rising disposable incomes continue to support discretionary spending despite monsoon concerns. He expects select small-cap stocks to deliver 6-7% alpha through strong earnings growth and sees Eternal as a key beneficiary of improving quick-commerce profitability. Vyas has also increased exposure to mid-sized IT firms, citing attractive valuations and long-term growth prospects.
Retail players can skip GIC Re's OFS: Analysts
Retail investors are advised to skip the government's offer for sale in General Insurance Corp of India. Analysts point to ongoing profitability challenges and headwinds in the reinsurance sector. The company's reliance on its investment portfolio for profits is a key concern. Despite a discount, the offer faces scrutiny.
Luggage brand Delsey Paris to double India investment
Delsey Paris anticipates flattened global growth in 2026-27 due to Middle East business disruptions. Despite this, India remains a top priority market, experiencing 20% revenue growth and contributing 5% to the group's business. The brand plans to expand its retail presence in India and is doubling its investment to double business within three years.
China stocks mixed as weak consumer and property data offset industrial strength
Investor sentiment was weighed down by signs of uneven economic recovery. China's new home prices fell for a 35th straight month, remaining at their sharpest pace of decline since May 2025. Fixed-asset investment growth for JanuaryMay also missed expectations, while retail sales unexpectedly contracted in May, marking their first annual decline since December 2022.
Vedanta Aluminium, Power, Oil & Gas, Iron & Steel Debut On NSE, BSE: Check Listing Prices
Vedanta had earlier said that the demerger will help in simplifying Vedanta's corporate structure with sector-focussed independent businesses and provide opportunities to global investors, including sovereign wealth funds, retail and strategic investors, with direct investment opportunities in dedicated pure-play companies through Vedanta's assets.
India's growth story could regain momentum as oil risks fade, say global market strategists
Ed Yardeni, President of Yardeni Research and Arvind Sanger, Managing Partner of Geosphere Capital Management discuss the implications of easing geopolitical tensions, India's investment outlook, the future of the AI-driven market rally, emerging-market opportunities and whether elevated US valuations are creating a stronger case for global diversification.
Sebi plans to ease KYC rules for FPIs, offer more clarity to global capital
India’s financial watchdog, Sebi, is gearing up to make the investment terrain more inviting for foreign investors by reforming the Know Your Customer rules. This effort aims to strip away unnecessary complexities in compliance, enticing global funds to explore Indian markets. Moreover, Sebi plans to revisit disclosure guidelines and introduce fresh long-term equity derivatives.
We don't even know where LIC's office is: Rajesh Exports chief amid regulatory heat
Rajesh Exports Chairman Rajesh Mehta clarified LIC's investment in his company, stating the insurer bought shares over two decades from the open market. He asserted neither promoters nor the company benefited from LIC's stake, emphasizing that ordinary retail shareholders are the ultimate gainers, regardless of LIC's potential losses or exit.
Dollar index holds above 100 mark
The US dollar index surged above 100 mark on Friday to a two month high following strong US jobs report that increased possibility of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike soon. Jobs data showed the US economy added 172,000 positions in May, far exceeding forecasts. The report pushed Treasury yields higher, with the 10-year yield rising above 4.5% fueling concerns that elevated borrowing costs could weigh on economic growth and investment. Meanwhile, lack of any concrete settlement on US and Iran war front that is keeping oil prices elevated is also adding to inflationary pressures and flocking inventors to dollar for respite. US stocks also slumped on Friday after a strong jobs report consolidated the outlook of restrictive interest rates, while chip producers extended their selloff. The dollar index that measures the greenback against a basket of currencies ended the week at 100.03, up 0.67% on the day.