Special Supplement

Economic & Sectoral Review

"We are moving from Local Rail Infra to Global All Infra"

An interview with Pradeep Gaur Chairman and Managing Director, Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd.

"The Indian Breweries & Distilleries Industry is in a Very Exciting Growth Phase"

An interview with Amit Dahanukar Chairman and Managing Director

"Expect Nifty To Reach 21,500 Level till the Budget"

Overall Debt/EBITDA has improved marginally, with defence, We expect sustained momentum in India's robust economic growth, coupled with increased government capital expenditure in the lead-up to the elections, asserts R Venkataraman, Chairman, IIFL Securities.

Salasar Techno Engineering Bags Contract Valued At ₹3,640 Million

Awarded by the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Limited, the contract includes the supply, erection and installation of feeder segregation, high-voltage distribution system and separation of double distribution transformer along with the augmentation of 33 KV lines

ITD Cementation India Limited: Cementing A Bright Future

The company maintains a robust and diversified order book, totalling ₹22,080 crore as of September 30, 2023, ensuring multiyear revenue visibility. It anticipates strong revenue growth of approximately 25 per cent for FY25, building on the guidance of ₹7,000 crore revenues provided for FY24

VASCON ENGINEERS: BUILDING A FORTUNE

HERE IS WHY - An excellent track record in construction Infrastructure boost in favour of the company Sound financial strategies in place

TATA POWER COMPANY: IN A POWERFUL SPACE

HERE IS WHY - Leading position in the power sector Developing next-gen charging solutions Integration with other Tata Group companies

Upward Surge In Markets Triggers Optimism

BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 reached unprecedented milestones of 70,000 and 21,000, respectively, in an unbroken uptrend, driven by robust growth projections and a decisive electoral mandate

Five Habits For Successful Wealth Creation

Investment is necessary for wealth creation to fulfil life’s various financial goals. However, it is equally true that a majority of investors fail to be successful in creating wealth.

SJVN inks PPA for a 200 MW power project with Solar Energy Corporation of India

Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVN) informed that the company has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for a 200 MW grid-connected wind power project with Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI).

Gold Shines While Oil Skids Sideways

Looking ahead, the intricacies of diverse economic data from the US, combined with the nuanced details in the FOMC meeting minutes, add complexity to forecasting the commodity market movements.

Building Gains On Lost Ground

Historically, the stock market has shown positive performance following Thanksgiving. In the last three decades, December has typically yielded an average return of approximately 1 per cent in US equities, and the market has experienced post-holiday gains in about 75 per cent of cases.

Election Impact on Markets

India's pivotal electoral event, occurring approximately every five years, is slated for April and May next year. As we approach the six-month mark before India's forthcoming general election, attention gravitates toward this pre-election period, often marked by notable fluctuations in the stock market. However, this election cycle unfolds amidst geopolitical tensions and uncertainties surrounding interest rate trajectories and the global economy. The article examines the likelihood of an impact in the months leading to the election

Derivatives Trading: Is The Risk Worth The Gain?

What is the reason behind the rapid rise in futures and options trading? Is it only the lure of quick profits or is the trimming of brokerage a key part? Bhavya Rathod examines the various pros and cons of futures and options trading and probes the reasons why it is so risky for small-time traders

Solar Industries India Expecting Explosive Growth

While the company has secured orders exceeding ₹1,800 crore from its esteemed client, Coal India Limited, contributing to a robust order book totalling ₹3,912 crore, its attempt to beef up its presence in the defence sector is likely to lead to volume growth

Advik Capital Firms Up Plans To Apply For AIF Category - II

Advik Capital Limited, an RBI-registered NBFC, has firmed up its plan to apply for license for Alternative Investment Fund Category II (AIF) with SEBI Alternative Investment Fund Regulations.

Servotech Power Systems Forays Into EV Charge Point Operations With New Subsidiary

The company's board of directors has also approved the issue of preferential warrants to FII investors, amongst other promoter and non-promoter group entities

Integra Essentia Board Approves Bonus Issue In 1:1 Ratio

The company's board of directors has also approved fund raising of up to 100 crore to finance its expansion and growth plans

POWERING UP THE PROFITS

Power is among the most critical components of infrastructure, crucial for the economic growth and welfare of nations. Given that, the existence and development of adequate power infrastructure is essential for sustained growth of the Indian economy.

Sectoral Resilience Boosts Domestic Indices to Higher Levels

After experiencing notable declines over the last few weeks, Indian benchmark indices finally gained ground and continued to demonstrate resilience on the sectoral front. Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) emerged as net buyers thanks to a decline in US Treasury Bond yields and crude oil prices. Having transitioned to net buyers after an extended period, FIIs reported an inflow of ₹1,258.11 crore in the last two weeks, while DIIs sustained market support with an inflow of ₹3,692.77 crore.

Have You Tried 'Freedom SIP' Yet?

We are all aware about the benefits of systematic investment plan (SIP) and systematic withdrawal plan (SWP) offered by mutual funds. Most often, investors use these as a standalone feature in their portfolio. But have you wondered how a combination of these two will help you streamline not only your wealth creation but also your wealth distribution procedure? Let us call this ‘Freedom SIP’. With the help of this SIP, investors have the opportunity to design and create their monthly income plans for their future and also address their different long-term financial needs.

Real Estate VS Stock Investing

The persistent dilemma of choosing between real estate and stocks frequently surfaces. The typical response always revolves around an investor’s financial condition, objectives, investment horizon, and risk appetite. However, the response should delve deeper into this matter, emphasising that the answer should transcend the mere consideration of these factors and empower investors to make informed decisions. Mandar Wagh sheds light on the aspects that provide a competitive edge to decide which option is better in terms of liquidity, returns, risk management and portfolio diversification.

Building A Portfolio With Exchange-Traded Funds

Diversification is the key to good investments. In this space, exchange-traded funds ETFs) are investment funds that hold a diversified portfolio of assets, such as stocks, bonds or commodities. By investing in an ETF, you instantly gain exposure to a broad range of securities, which can significantly reduce risk. The article elaborates on this topic with a case-study

In Mutual Funds, It's The Choice That Matters!

Volatility in the stock market is a natural phenomenon and hence you must be prepared to tackle it at all times

Add Glitter To Your Portfolio

The price of gold has steadily risen over the decades. This underscores the attractiveness of gold investments as they tend to keep pace with inflation. Furthermore, investing in this precious metal is often seen as a means of preserving and safeguarding one’s wealth

GG Engineering Ltd Reports Robust Earnings for Q2FY24; Revenue Jumps 98 per cent YoY

GG Engineering Ltd, a leading player in the infrastructural & Structural steel, and Engineering products industry, in its board meeting held on October 30, 2023, has approved the unaudited Financial Results of the company for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2023.

Global Equities Enter Into Correction Territory

For the second consecutive week, the primary US stock indices concluded with losses, with market confidence dazed by a combination of inconsistent corporate earnings releases and worries surrounding elevated interest rates

Q2FY24: More Winners Than Losers In A Sparkling Scenario

One of the most highly anticipated periods of the year is the time when companies declare their quarterly results. We are in the midst of September-ending quarterly results that hold significant importance for investors as they come just before the ‘festival of lights’ season and the start of a fresh year. Before delving into the details of the Q2FY24 for most of the companies’ results, let’s take a brief overview of the current market scenario

Let The Light Shine On Your Investments

Diwali is the time when investors engage in ‘muhurat buying’. It is a traditional practice integrated with what the festival of lights brings in its wake – hope, knowledge, well-being and prosperity. So, add a little more colour and sparkle to your Diwali with Shashikant’s choice of well-researched stocks that will do well to strengthen your financial portfolio