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Gujarat Fluorochemicals plans expansion of refrigerant capacity
Gujarat Fluorochemicals (GFL) announced its strategic intent to expand refrigerant capacity and fully utilize its refrigerant gas entitlement under the Montreal Protocol and the Kigali Amendment.
SBI Securities prefers HDFC Bank, sees long-term upside in metals
Sunny Agarwal, Head Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, remains positive on private banks, preferring HDFC Bank over Kotak Mahindra Bank after the lender received a clean legal review. He says Persistent Systems' acquisition benefits may take up to eight quarters to materialise, while slower growth remains a near-term concern. Agarwal is also bullish on the metals sector, with Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys as his top pick, and remains positive on Astral over the long term despite near-term challenges.
Tata Motors, Castrol join hands to advance used oil circularity across the lubricant value chain
Tata Motors and Castrol India have partnered to launch a pilot program for used oil recycling in Karnataka. This initiative aims to create a traceable system for collecting and processing used engine oil from Tata Motors' service centers, addressing a critical environmental concern. The collaboration seeks to establish a scalable model for responsible oil management, contributing to a circular automotive ecosystem in India and aligning with both companies' sustainability goals.
Zydus Wellness Ltd leads gainers in 'A' group
Premier Explosives Ltd, Hexaware Technologies Ltd, AvenuesAI Ltd and Thangamayil Jewellery Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 29 June 2026.
Astral slides as board OKs chemicals biz demerger
Astral tumbled 8.20% to Rs 1,364.45 after the company's board approved the demerger of its chemicals business into a separate entity, Astral Chemie and the amalgamation of wholly owned subsidiary Al-Aziz Plastics.
InCred sees aluminium prices falling to $2,400–2,700 as scrap supply rises
Satish Kumar, MD and Head of Incred Research Services explains why the Street may be too bullish on aluminium, warns of downside risks for producers, and shares his preferred picks in steel and chemicals.
Waaree Energies shares crash 5%. Can this US ruling dent solar panel maker's image for long?
Waaree Energies shares fell nearly 5% after a US Customs ruling triggered concerns over reputational impact despite the company’s clarification. JM Financial retained its ‘Add’ rating, saying downside may remain limited, though tariff outcomes, appeals and potential spillover effects remain key factors to monitor.
Sensex, Nifty trade with moderate gains; VIX advance 2.52%
At 10:30 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, rose 142.01 points or 0.18% to 77,242.48. The Nifty 50 index advanced 59.75 points or 0.24% to 24,112.20.
Astral falls 7% on chemicals business demerger announcement; time to buy?
Astral demerger: Notably, the company informed the exchanges that its board has approved a scheme to demerge its chemicals business into a separately listed company.
Mumbai Lake Water Levels Drop Below 7%; Will This Week's Heavy Rain Revive Water Supply?
Representative Image depicting low lake levels
Refex Industries rises after bagging Rs 21-cr ash transportation order
Refex Industries advanced 2.36% to Rs 356.30 after the company announced that it has secured an order worth approximately Rs 21.15 crore from a major power producer, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE).
Astral Shares Fall Over 6% After Demerger Plan; Chemicals Business To Be Listed Separately
Astral Shares Drop Over 6% After Business Restructuring