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In a sea of red, how a smallcap defence company delivered multibagger returns this year
Despite a challenging market, MTAR Technologies has delivered multibagger returns, surging nearly 100% in just over four months. The smallcap defence company's rally is driven by its critical role in the global clean energy and AI infrastructure supply chain, particularly its partnership with Bloom Energy. Analysts anticipate significant order inflows from this collaboration, though valuation concerns are emerging.

Paras Defence partners Complus, JV Micronics for anechoic chamber projects
Paras Defence signs MoU with Complus Systems and JV Micronics to build anechoic chambers in India and abroad, leads consortium, shares rise 0.64% to ₹813.30.

HG Infra Engineering sells 100% stake in subsidiary for ₹282 crore
The company transferred its 100% equity stake in HG Raipur Visakhapatnam OD-6 Private Ltd to Neo Infra Income Opportunities Fund. Shares of HG Infra Engineering Ltd ended at ₹606.50, down by ₹11.50, or 1.86%, on the BSE today, April 23.

These stocks may rip if the Iran conflict is resolved, UBS says
UBS says Southwest, Procter and Gamble and UPS could gain if the US Iran ceasefire becomes lasting peace, while defence and energy firms like Lockheed and Exxon may lose.

TCG Asset Management’s Shahzad Madon picks digital infra, defence & renewables as key themes
Shahzad Madon of TCG Asset Management says investors should focus on long-term themes like energy transition, digital infrastructure, defence and manufacturing amid global uncertainty. He believes these sectors will see strong multi-year growth driven by geopolitical changes and rising demand. Madon prefers transmission plays within renewables, and remains comfortable with EMS companies due to steady earnings growth and improving margins. 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.

Nuvama’s PE arm raises focus on manufacturing, invests ₹200 cr in Chennai-based Val-Met Engineering
Nuvama Private Equity has acquired a minority stake in Val-Met Engineering for ₹200 crore to capitalize on the aerospace and defence manufacturing boom. The investment aims to scale the specialized material supplier into a global player through tech upgrades and international acquisitions.
Execution, order inflows to drive L&T growth; BEL rides defence push: Siddhartha Khemka
India's capital goods sector is experiencing robust growth, fueled by strong order backlogs and increasing project execution across infrastructure, power, and industrial segments. Government focus on development and manufacturing, alongside new-age tech investments, is driving demand. Companies are poised for steady revenue expansion and stable profitability, with key players like L&T and BEL showing strong prospects.
Correction in NBFCs, IT and realty offers entry as earnings stay steady: Anupam Tiwari
Anupam Tiwari, Head of Equity at Groww Mutual Fund, expects a strong current quarter with limited impact from oil shocks so far, but flags risks from the next quarter onward. He remains positive on premium consumption, NBFCs, manufacturing exports and capex, while adding IT and premium real estate after corrections. He believes market fears may be overstated, with much of the downside already priced in.
Iran war: Adani Power, Hatsun Agro among 10 stocks that surged up to 40% since conflict began
Amidst geopolitical tensions and market corrections, select Indian stocks have surged significantly. Defence, jewellery, digital infrastructure, and energy sectors have shown robust performance, with companies like Swan Defence, Bluestone Jewellery, Sterlite Technologies, and Adani Power leading the gains. Resilience in banking and consumption stocks also highlights selective investor interest in stable businesses.

Too early to call market bottom; prefer gradual investing via SIPs and funds: Anand Shah
Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC, which manages funds worth ₹28,318 crore as of February 28, 2026, advises investors to avoid deploying cash aggressively as markets may not have bottomed yet. He recommends gradual allocation through SIPs or staggered investments, using a mix of ETFs and mutual funds rather than direct stock picking. Amid inflation, rising energy prices, and global shifts, Shah prefers value over growth and asset-heavy businesses. Commodity producers may benefit, while consumers like autos could face pressure.

US-Iran war, high crude oil prices could shave off as much as 4% from Nifty earnings: Somil Mehta, Mirae Asset Sharekhan
Expert view: Higher energy costs increase input expenses for several sectors, which could pressure margins and reduce overall earnings growth across companies in the Nifty index, said Somil Mehta, Mirae Asset Sharekhan.

Motilal Oswal recommends buying these four defence stocks for up to 38% upside
Motilal Oswal said that the current West Asia conflict is likely to drive higher global defence spending as nations will prioritise security and military preparedness. It added that India's defence sector is well positioned to benefit from both rising domestic procurement and increasing export opportunity, supported by the government's push for indigenization and a growing reputation in the global arms market.