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India's core industries grow at 1.7% in Apr-26, Cement production continues to spike
The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 1.7 per cent (provisional) in April, 2026 as compared to the Index in April, 2025. The production of Cement, Steel and Electricity recorded positive growth in April, 2026. The ICI measures the combined and individual performance of production of eight core industries viz. Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement and Electricity. The Eight Core Industries comprise 40.27 percent of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). The final growth rate of Index of Eight Core Industries for March 2026 was observed at 1.2 per cent. The cumulative growth rate of ICI during April to March, 2025-26 is 2.7 per cent as compared to the corresponding period of last year.

Nifty could hit 27,000 once geopolitical tensions ease: Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO
Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO Nimesh Chandan projects 15% earnings growth for Nifty in FY28, with EPS rising to the ₹1,420–1,440 range, making valuations look attractive. He backs metals, construction, and cement as long-term plays on a global supply chain shift, holds gold and silver in the multi-asset portfolio, and flags El Niño and elevated US yields as key risks keeping Indian interest rates high in the near term.
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.

Sensex, Nifty: 5 reasons why stock market is falling today; Tata Steel, SBI shares hit hard - Business Today
Sensex, Nifty: 5 reasons why stock market is falling today; Tata Steel, SBI shares hit hardBusiness Today
‘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
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

Adani Enterprises board meets on April 30 to discuss three important matters; Details here
In October 2024, Adani Enterprises had raised ₹4,200 crore through a QIP by issuing shares to Quant Mutual Fund, SBI Life Insurance and other eligible buyers.

Eternal to Titan: These four Nifty companies are likely to post over 50% YoY growth in Q4 profit. Do you own any?
Q4 earnings: Nineteen of Nifty 50 stocks are likely to post a profit growth of 10% or more on a YoY basis, with four names, Eternal, Titan, JSW Steel and Tata Steel, slated to record a sharp rise of 50% and above.