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Promoter sells Rs 1,024 crore worth of Ajanta Pharma shares in block deal to Kotak MF and ABSL MF
A promoter entity of Ajanta Pharma sold shares worth over Rs 1,024 crore through a block deal, with Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund and Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund acquiring the stake. The transaction comes amid strong earnings growth, healthy margins and sustained momentum in the company’s pharmaceutical business.
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd soars 1.56%
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd is quoting at Rs 2206.6, up 1.56% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 32.31% in last one year as compared to a 7.57% spurt in NIFTY and a 10.6% spurt in the Nifty Pharma index.
Five Stocks To Buy: Adani Energy, Adani Green, Gland Pharma And More | June 08, 2026
Top picks include power transmission major Adani Energy Solutions, renewable energy giant Adani Green Energy, pharma player Gland Pharma, automotive major Ashok Leyland, and carbon materials manufacturer Himadri Speciality Chemical.
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.
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd rises for third consecutive session
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd is quoting at Rs 2243.5, up 2.32% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 31.82% in last one year as compared to a 4.24% spurt in NIFTY and a 14.46% spurt in the Nifty Pharma index.
Apollo Hospitals, Honeywell Automation rally; Sensex falls 135 points, Nifty flat
The Sensex declined 135 points to close at 75,183, while the Nifty settled 4 points lower at 23,655 after slipping below the 23,700 level. Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever and Tech Mahindra were among the top losers on the Nifty.
Five Stocks To Buy: Aurobindo Pharma, Tata Communications, Graphite India And More | May 18, 2026
Top picks include pharma majors Aurobindo Pharma and OneSource Specialty Pharma, agrochemical player Sumitomo Chemical India, telecom giant Tata Communications, and industrial manufacturing firm Graphite India.
Kotak AMC’s Shibani Sircar Kurian bets on financials and healthcare; cautious on IT
Shibani Sircar Kurian, Head -Equity Research and Fund Manager at Kotak Mahindra AMC, which manages assets worth nearly $4.79 billion, said the ongoing Middle East conflict remains the biggest concern for Indian markets due to its potential impact on oil prices, growth and earnings. She said Kotak AMC remains selective, favouring financials, healthcare and parts of industrials, while staying cautious on smallcaps and Indian IT amid AI-led disruption. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Unique Picks: 6 stocks held by only one MF scheme in April, falling up to 40% in CY26
An analysis of mutual fund portfolios revealed 29 stocks held exclusively by single schemes, with most underperforming in CY26. However, Satin Creditcare Network, Rossell Techsys, and Amanta Healthcare bucked the trend, delivering strong returns. Brooks Laboratories and EFC (I) were among those experiencing significant declines.
IBA calls for 10 pc fermented organic manure blending with fertilizers to save $2 bn imports
The Indian Biogas Association proposes a 10% mandatory blending of fermented organic manure with chemical fertilizers by 2030, aiming to save USD 2 billion annually in imports. This initiative, detailed in a white paper, seeks to restore soil health and promote sustainable agriculture through phased implementation and integration into government schemes.
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd spurts 0.08%, gains for fifth straight session
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd is quoting at Rs 2144.9, up 0.08% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 40.69% in last one year as compared to a 0.65% jump in NIFTY and a 14.52% jump in the Nifty Pharma.
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd up for third straight session
J B Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd is quoting at Rs 2141, up 2.22% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 39.32% in last one year as compared to a 1.62% jump in NIFTY and a 12.19% jump in the Nifty Pharma index.