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SENSEX drops over 700 points, NIFTY50 opens under 24,000 on weak global cues; IndiGo, Eternal among top losers - Upstox
SENSEX drops over 700 points, NIFTY50 opens under 24,000 on weak global cues; IndiGo, Eternal among top losersUpstox
India plans 62 vessels in FY27 with Rs 51,383 crore investment: Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal
India is accelerating its shipping capabilities to achieve self-reliance, with plans to add 62 vessels by FY 2026-27, backed by a significant investment. A high-level meeting emphasized expanding the fleet, including container vessels, LPG and crude carriers, and green tugs, to ensure resilience against global disruptions and sustain supply chains.
Exit polls predict edge to BJP in West Bengal & Assam. How will stock market react tomorrow?
Exit polls suggest a BJP edge in West Bengal and Assam, potentially influencing market trading. While state election outcomes can impact regional policy and specific sectors, broader market direction remains driven by macro factors like earnings, inflation, and global cues. Markets are at a crucial juncture, with selective stock movements expected rather than a broad-based rally.
Oil firms selling petrol at Rs 14 a litre loss, diesel at Rs 18
Indian oil companies face substantial losses on petrol and diesel sales. Elevated crude oil prices are squeezing marketing margins. Cooking gas LPG is projected to incur an Rs 80,000 crore under-recovery this fiscal. Fertiliser subsidies are also set to rise significantly. These pressures impact profitability across various sectors, with relief contingent on easing global tensions and supply chain normalisation.
India growth story strong; banks, power and defence seen as key bets: ASK Investment CIO
George Joseph, Chief Investment Officer & CEO–Equity at ASK Investment Managers, says India’s long-term fundamentals remain strong despite global uncertainty, with GDP potentially doubling in 7–10 years. He favours cyclicals like banks, autos, capital goods, real estate, and defence, supported by inflation trends and global spending. He is also bullish on the entire power value chain, driven by AI-led data centre demand, while remaining cautious on expensive consumer stocks.
Bajel Projects jumps 13% on over ₹400 crore MENA transmission order win
Bajel Projects shares rose after winning ultra-mega EPC orders over ₹400 crore for 500 kV transmission lines in the MENA region, boosting its global presence and stock performance.
Strata sells Bengaluru’s industrial asset for Rs 35 crore
Strata has successfully sold a Bengaluru industrial property for Rs 35.3 crore, yielding a 15.3% IRR and nearly doubling investor capital. Acquired in 2021, the fully leased asset served Randox Laboratories, a global diagnostics firm. This marks Strata's third significant exit, reinforcing its track record of delivering strong investor returns in the commercial real estate sector.
In a sea of red, how a smallcap defence company delivered multibagger returns this year
Despite a challenging market, MTAR Technologies has delivered multibagger returns, surging nearly 100% in just over four months. The smallcap defence company's rally is driven by its critical role in the global clean energy and AI infrastructure supply chain, particularly its partnership with Bloom Energy. Analysts anticipate significant order inflows from this collaboration, though valuation concerns are emerging.
Balaji Amines says ammonia supply disruption easing, but stock falls
Balaji Amines said the global ammonia supply chain is now showing signs of improvement, allowing a gradual restart of production of ammonia-based products, including methylamines, ethylamines and their derivatives.
Luxury investment market finds its balance as focus shifts to rarity and value
The global luxury investment market is stabilizing. Collectors are now prioritizing rarity and cultural importance. Impressionist art and watches saw strong performance. Classic cars and some wines faced corrections. Handbags remained steady. Younger buyers are using fractional ownership. The market is entering a more discerning phase, with demand for rare assets expected to drive future growth.
Indian ports turning into logistics and industrial hubs, shipping secretary tells investors in Singapore
India's ports are becoming major logistics hubs. Cargo capacity has doubled and will reach 3,500 million tonnes per annum by 2030. The nation is also boosting its shipbuilding sector, aiming to be among the top five global shipbuilding nations by 2047. Investments are flowing into green port development and green fuel production.
Alcobev margins to drop 150–200 bps as glass bottle shortage drives up costs: Crisil
India's alcoholic beverage industry is grappling with profit pressures this financial year. The skyrocketing costs of glass bottles, attributed to global supply chain disruptions, are set to impact earnings significantly. The pace of revenue growth is also anticipated to decelerate. Nevertheless, companies are adopting careful financial strategies to navigate these turbulent waters.