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How JSW Energies’ Rs 3,150-crore JSW Steel stake sale will help lower debt, Jefferies explains
JSW Energy’s Rs 3,150-crore stake sale in JSW Steel to GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund is expected to strengthen its balance sheet. Jefferies says the move will lower leverage, support capex plans and improve execution visibility, prompting a target price upgrade to Rs 675.
Block deal: JSW Energy sells Rs 3,150 crore JSW Steel stake to GQG, SBI Mutual Fund
JSW Energy has divested a portion of its JSW Steel stake for Rs 3,150 crore to fund its aggressive power generation expansion. The company aims to reach 30 GW capacity by 2030, bolstered by both renewable and thermal power projects. This strategic move enhances capital allocation and supports long-term growth initiatives.
JSW Steel block deal sees GQG, SBI MF as key buyers
GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund emerged as key buyers in a block deal of JSW Steel on May 18, reflecting in the day’s institutional inflow data. The transaction, valued at around ₹3,150 crore, saw JSW Energy offload 2.5 crore shares at ₹1,260 apiece. GQG acquired 1.5 crore shares, while SBI Mutual Fund picked up 1 crore shares, indicating strong institutional appetite for the steel major.
‘Europe will become irrelevant for us’: JSW Steel doubles down on India growth with massive capex plan
JSW Steel plans to double its capacity with minimal external capital, driven by strong domestic demand and a focus on maintaining market share. The company's confidence stems from structural improvements in its EBITDA floor and efficient brownfield expansion, ensuring robust internal cash generation to fund growth.
Dalal Street set for negative opening as GIFT Nifty trades lower
Nifty closed at 23,690 on Thursday. IT shares faced pressure from global AI competition. Markets will watch West Asia conflict, energy prices, and foreign fund flows. A move above 23,800 could boost Nifty higher. Failure to hold this level may bring selling pressure. India VIX fell. SAIL and Kaynes are in F&O ban. Foreign investors bought shares.
GQG Partners sells nearly 59 lakh shares of Adani Enterprises for Rs 1,43crore
BRIEF-GQG Partners Emerging Markets Equity Fund Sells 5.BRIEF-GQG Partners Emerging Markets Equity Fund Sells 5.9 Mln Shares In Adani Enterprises Via Block Deal On NSE, SBI MF Buys Stake
Block deal rush sparks revival hopes in Indian stock market
A surge in block trades is signaling a potential revival in India’s equity capital markets after a sluggish start to 2026. Large deals, including stake sales in Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone and investment platform Groww, have pushed May block trade proceeds to Rs 200 billion, the highest this year, boosting optimism amid weak IPO fundraising and underperformance in Indian equities.
Abakkus trims banking exposure, adds solar and power-linked capital goods stocks
Aman Chowhan, Fund Manager at Abakkus Asset Manager, which manages assets worth nearly $2.06 billion, said the sharp market rebound over the past few weeks has caught many investors by surprise, even as the fund stayed selectively bullish through the correction. The Mumbai-based AMC increased exposure to renewable energy, power-linked capital goods and select metal plays, while trimming some banking exposure. 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.
Prefer BSE on dips, Bajaj Auto strong, DMart margins muted: Chola Securities
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, says markets remain selective with stock-specific opportunities. He flags weak telecom tower metrics and muted DMart margins, while auto OEMs show strong growth aided by price hikes. On BSE, he sees 15–20% volume trends but advises caution post volatility. He prefers long-term capital market plays on dips and remains bullish on metals, especially JSW Steel, with structural demand tailwinds.
Vedanta demerger: How mutual funds are rebalancing after the five-way split
As Vedanta splits into five separate listed entities, the immediate focus has shifted from business fundamentals to the technical mechanics of fund rebalancing
Sebi clears IPOs of Hindustan Labs, RK Steel Manufacturing Co Ltd
Generic drug maker Hindustan Laboratories and steel tubes and pipes manufacturer RK Steel Manufacturing Company have secured Sebi's approval to raise funds through initial public offerings (IPOs), an update with the markets regulator showed on Thursday. The two companies, which filed their preliminary IPO papers in September, obtained Sebi's observations on April 27. In Sebi's parlance, obtaining observations is equivalent to securing approval to float a public offering. Hindustan Laboratories' maiden public offering comprises a fresh issue of 50 lakh shares, along with an offer for sale (OFS) of 91 lakh shares by the promoter, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP). The company proposes to utilise IPO proceeds for funding the working capital requirements and general corporate purposes. Hindustan Laboratories is an Indian pharmaceutical company primarily engaged in the large-scale manufacturing and supply of generic medicines to government institutions under a ...
Manishi Raychaudhuri bets on private banks, metals, consumption plays
Manishi Raychaudhuri, Chief Executive Officer, Emmer Capital Partners, said global focus is shifting to energy security and alternative energy due to supply risks. He noted markets may be underestimating uncertainty, particularly around crude oil. For India, elevated oil prices could affect inflation and policy choices.