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Banks, pharma, IT: Where this CIO is placing his bets right now
Ajit Banerjee, CIO of Shriram Life Insurance, says weak monsoon forecasts, rising food inflation and elevated crude oil prices could keep markets volatile in the near term. Despite global uncertainty, he remains cautiously optimistic on India, favouring large-cap banks, pharma, IT, FMCG and upstream oil & gas stocks. Banerjee believes India can still deliver returns if crude remains in the $85-90 range and earnings growth improves.
Reliance warns of a volatile oil market in FY27, bets on gas and green chemicals for growth
In the upcoming financial year FY26-27, Reliance Industries Limited is preparing for a potential slump in global oil demand, driven by high crude prices, economic slowdowns, and geopolitical unrest in the Middle East. However, the company is positioning itself to seize a long-term opportunity in the energy and materials sectors.
World faces biggest-ever energy security crisis as Iran war disrupts fuel flows, warns IEA
The world faces an unprecedented energy security crisis, forcing nations to seek new supply routes and boost domestic production. The International Energy Agency warns this will reshape global investment, mirroring the 1970s oil shocks. While renewables and nuclear power see growth, natural gas and even coal are experiencing a resurgence amid fears of supply disruptions.
Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...
India races to secure fertilisers as crucial sowing season approaches amid war disruptions
India is seeking to boost its fertiliser reserves for the upcoming kharif sowing season by floating tenders for 1.7 million tonnes of urea to counter global supply chain issues. These disruptions stem from ongoing conflicts in West Asia, impacting natural gas and ammonia availability.
ONGC bets on gas-led growth as premium pricing boosts profitability
ONGC anticipates natural gas will drive its future growth and profitability. New high-priced gas production is set to increase significantly, meeting rising domestic demand. Projects like Daman and KG-98/2 are expected to boost gas output. ONGC is also expanding its renewable energy portfolio and seeking cost savings. The company is strategically shifting towards gas.
Stocks to Watch today: Coal India, PhysicsWallah, ONGC, Siemens, IRCTC
Stocks to Watch today, May 27, 2026: MobiKwik, Sun Pharma, J&K Tyre, and Elgi Equipments are among some of the top stocks to remain in focus during today's trading session
ADNOC LNG tanker heads to India as gas shipments resume through Strait of Hormuz
A liquefied natural gas tanker from Abu Dhabi has exited the Strait of Hormuz. This marks an increase in energy shipments through the crucial passage. The vessel is heading to India. This comes as energy flows through Hormuz see a slight rise. The strait had been largely closed to LNG traffic since late February. This situation had impacted global supply.
Q4 Result Live Updates: ONGC, IRCTC, Gujarat Gas And Siemens To Report Earnings Today
ONGC, Siemens, General Insurance Corporation of India and IRCTC among the companies to report earnings today.
Q4 results 2026: IRCTC to ONGC among companies to declare Q4 results today; check full list here - Mint
Q4 results 2026: IRCTC to ONGC among companies to declare Q4 results today; check full list hereMint
Q4 Results Today: ONGC, IRCTC, Siemens, Senco Gold Among 280+ Firms To Declare Earnings On May 26
Redtape, Gujarat Fluorochemicals, AstraZeneca Pharma India & Bajali Telefilms are among the other companies to declare their Q4FY26 results on May 26.
India raises CNG prices by Rs 2/kg across key regions for fourth time in two weeks
Compressed Natural Gas prices have seen another hike in New Delhi. This is the fourth increase in just two weeks. Consumers in the National Capital Region and other cities are now paying more for CNG. Petrol and diesel prices have also risen multiple times recently. These increases are linked to global energy market volatility and rising crude oil prices.