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Five Stocks To Watch: BSE, NTPC, BHEL, Petronet And GE Shipping | March 13, 2026
Top picks include stock exchange operator BSE, state-run power heavyweights NTPC and BHEL, energy player Petronet LNG, and shipping major Great Eastern Shipping (GE Shipping).
Bosch Home Comfort declares force majeure as Middle East conflict hits supplies
Bosch said constrained maritime navigation due to the Middle East war has disrupted gas supplies, forcing a force majeure declaration after similar moves by Gujarat Gas and Petronet LNG.
Petronet LNG, other gas stocks jump up to 5% as Trump’s Iran war remarks ease supply worries
Gas company shares saw a rise on Tuesday. This followed US President Donald Trump's statement that the war with Iran could end soon. This eased concerns about prolonged supply issues. Earlier, tensions had caused a significant drop in stock prices. Supply shortages had begun to emerge in several Indian cities. Following the remarks, crude oil prices plunged sharply.
GNFC shares fall 6% as Middle East war disrupts LNG supply
Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals said its supplier, GAIL (India), has received a force majeure notice from its upstream supplier Petronet LNG, citing transit constraints that have affected LNG supplies.
GAIL, Petronet LNG, other gas stocks in focus amid rising expectations of prolonged Iran-Israel war
Gas stocks such as GAIL and Petronet LNG may remain in focus as the Iran-Israel conflict raises fears of prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy shipments. Concerns over LNG and LPG supply risks, along with geopolitical tensions, have already weighed on several gas stocks in recent sessions.
Qatar LNG disruption: JM Financial explains impact on Petronet, GAIL, Gujarat Gas
A disruption at Qatar’s LNG plant, which supplies nearly 40–50% of India’s LNG imports, could create a short-term supply shock for the domestic gas market, according to JM Financial analyst Dayanand Mittal. Petronet LNG may face the biggest impact as about half its volumes come from Qatar, while companies such as Gujarat Gas and GAIL could also see pressure due to higher spot LNG prices and lower transmission volumes. The disruption may last about a month, potentially affecting earnings and gas supply across the sector.
Top Gainers & Losers on Mar 04: Petronet LNG, Mahanagar Gas, Tata Steel, HPCL, BPCL, Force Motors among top losers - Mint
Top Gainers & Losers on Mar 04: Petronet LNG, Mahanagar Gas, Tata Steel, HPCL, BPCL, Force Motors among top losersMint
Top Gainers & Losers on Mar 04: Petronet LNG, Mahanagar Gas, Tata Steel, HPCL, BPCL, Force Motors among top losers
The Indian stock market experienced a significant sell-off, with major indices dropping over 1.5% amid escalating Middle East conflict. The Nifty 50 closed 1.55% lower and the Sensex lost 1.40%. Broader markets fell over 2%.
Qatar halts LNG output after attacks; disruptions to hit Indian supplies, city gas firms flag concerns
Qatar has stopped liquefied natural gas production following attacks. This halts supplies to India, affecting industrial consumers and city gas companies. Petronet LNG cannot send ships through the Strait of Hormuz. This disruption impacts India's energy needs and domestic sectors. Companies are seeking clarity on future gas availability.
Petronet LNG Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Mahanagar Gas Ltd, Force Motors Ltd, Avanti Feeds Ltd and Steel Authority of India Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 04 March 2026.
Petronet LNG, Mahanagar Gas slump as global LNG prices surge
Shares of Petronet LNG and Mahanagar Gas fell sharply after global liquefied natural gas prices climbed to their highest level since 2023 amid supply disruptions in the Middle East.
Petronet LNG shares fall 10% after declaring 'force majeure' on LNG shipments amid Iran war
On Monday (March 2), shares of Petronet LNG Ltd ended at ₹310.40, down by ₹12.95, or 4.00%, on the BSE.