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Samvat 2083 stock picks: 10 ideas from India’s top brokerages for the next Diwali
Brokerages have identified 10 stocks across banking, defence, hospitality, quick commerce, consumption and manufacturing for Samvat 2083. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bharat Electronics, Indian Hotels, Adani Ports and Eternal feature among their picks, backed by earnings visibility, strong balance sheets and structural growth opportunities. Their target prices suggest further upside potential.
'Missile shield at Mar-a-Lago, mass burial drills': Is Trump ready?
The US military is enhancing its presence in the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate. Preparations include reinforcing air defenses and conducting battlefield casualty exercises that have not occurred in decades. Recent reports suggest a possible military campaign against Iran could commence following the midterm elections. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, significant disagreements remain regarding nuclear negotiations and sanctions.
JSW Greentech gets JSW Cement order to supply 100 Ampstar trucks
JSW Greentech has secured an order for 100 AMPSTAR 4x2 electric tractor trucks to transport materials. The trucks will operate within a 330-km route between Nandyal in Andhra Pradesh and Vijaynagar in Karnataka. This initiative aims to reduce diesel dependency and lower emissions at JSW Cement sites. Battery-swapping infrastructure will support these trucks through a collaboration with JSW Eco-Mobility.
How Australia built world’s biggest battery-powered ferry
The electric ferry China Zorrilla has launched its operations between Buenos Aires and Uruguay, marking a significant milestone in eco-friendly maritime transport. This initiative showcases advancements in battery technology aimed at curbing environmental impact.
The U.S. paid $5 million each to keep 60 commercial ships under its flag in 2018; Defence can call on every vessel during war or a national emergency
In March 2018, the US government approved a $300 million program to support commercial vessels for defense strategies. This Maritime Security Program provides $5 million annually to each of the 60 participating ships. Operators must keep vessels under the US flag and make them available during national emergencies. The program aims to maintain the availability of trained American mariners and commercial infrastructure.
Trump's shadow fleet loophole: Easing US sanctions on oil tankers may not lower fuel costs
In an effort to address soaring shipping costs, the Trump administration is evaluating the possibility of easing restrictions on sanctioned vessels. These limitations have heavily influenced rising tanker freight rates, affecting the dynamics of global oil markets. The proposed changes aim to clarify the vessels eligible for transporting legally traded crude and refined products, though challenges may arise that could undermine the effectiveness of this initiative.
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One power bank banned on all flights in India after IndiGo Delhi-Chennai flight fire scare; reason behind power banks explosions inside planes
Which power bank has DGCA banned? DGCA has banned the MOBIKINS MK-PB-04 power bank from flights to, from and within India after an IndiGo Delhi-Chennai flight was diverted to Hyderabad following smoke from a passenger’s electronic device. The incident has renewed concerns about lithium-ion battery fires, why they happen and how passengers should carry electronic devices on flights.
Could Iran target the Gulf’s digital backbone? The risks to data centres and internet cables explained
Iran's warning raises concerns about the vulnerability of Gulf data centres and digital infrastructure to potential attacks. Recent escalations have already disrupted Amazon Web Services facilities in the UAE and Bahrain, highlighting the risk. The Gulf has invested significantly in emerging technologies, making security a critical focus for governments and companies. Developing alternative routes for connectivity will be essential to mitigate these threats.
Crude oil crisis in Hormuz: Much more than just price and quantity
The conflict in Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, severely impacting global oil shipments and market dynamics. While oil availability has seemingly increased, a logistics premium affects shipping costs and insurance. This situation has led to heightened risks, causing delays in transit times and increased tanker requirements. Diesel shortages are also rising, with prices escalating significantly as supply chains are disrupted.
Swan Defence shares rise 4% to hit 52-week high on Rs 1,897 crore tanker order prospect
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries shares rose after the company emerged as the lowest bidder for a Rs 1,897 crore order to build four medium-range product tankers. The proposed contract could strengthen its order book amid India's push to revive domestic shipbuilding.
A 400-acre island built from Tampa Harbor dredging became a nesting refuge for birds decades later
In the late 1970s, engineers expanded Tampa Bay by developing an island from dredged materials. This man-made island has since become a crucial nesting ground for a variety of coastal birds, including American oystercatchers and roseate spoonbills. To ensure the well-being of these avian residents while facilitating harbor activities, ongoing engineering and maintenance efforts are vital.
ET Evoke: ‘Shipping, moving 80% world trade, is far more volatile than stocks,’ says Harvard University's Myrto Kalouptsidi
Myrto Kalouptsidi, Harvard professor of international economics, explains how shipping disruptions at chokepoints such as Hormuz, Suez and Ukraine can sharply reduce effective fleet capacity, trigger volatile freight rates and raise goods prices. She also discusses empty ships, global trade imbalances, China’s shipbuilding dominance and climate change risks to maritime infrastructure.
Oil rises as Middle East supply concerns persist amid shipping attacks
Rising oil prices are driven by persistent supply concerns from the Middle East. This month has seen a surge in attacks on shipping in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, despite the International Energy Agency releasing oil stocks. Recent U.S. inventory reports indicated larger-than-expected declines in crude stockpiles. These trends point to potential volatility in the oil market that could last for the foreseeable future.
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or Bankruptcy? Part 79: 5 years changed the size of this auto supplier. Will it pass the quality test?
The most striking number in this story is not a margin or a market-share target. It is a measure of scale. Revenue in the latest quarter was almost the same as full-year sales in FY21 and higher than the entire FY20 top line. It also argues that its current heavy-vehicle exposure is not under an immediate EV threat. For investors, the story is shifting from whether the company can grow to whether the additional capital can generate better returns.
The US said China was priming a trade superweapon. Then it vanished
LOGINK, originally a project to improve cargo logistics, has seen its international efforts falter significantly. The platform lost key partnerships, withdrew from an international association, and is currently embroiled in legal disputes. Its operations hub in Wenzhou appears abandoned, indicating financial troubles that have emerged in recent years. Additionally, US pressure has contributed to its declining influence in global shipping.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 20%
In times like these, the market will have its green and red days. What matters, however, is not the colour of a single day, but the things underneath it: The central bank, the fund flows, and, above all, corporate earnings. Watch those, stay patient, and forget the daily noise.
SCI to help India achieve ambition of becoming top shipping nation: Sonowal
India's Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal emphasized the importance of domestic shipbuilding at the Shipping Corporation of India's anniversary. The company is expected to see its Profit After Tax surpass Rs 2,000 crore this fiscal year. Sonowal called on SCI to play a key role in achieving the national goal of self-reliant shipbuilding by 2047.
Tamil Nadu scraps plans for greenfield airport in Parandur, risks falling a decade behind rival aviation hubs
Tamil Nadu, a $400 billion-plus economy with more than 10% annual growth, lacks an airport that matches its economic scale. Chennai’s Meenambakkam airport handled 23 million passengers in FY26, well below Bengaluru and Hyderabad, while the state’s other airports also lack the capacity to meet growing demand.
Trump’s diesel squeeze may put Indian refiners in a sweet spot, and a bind
A potential US diesel export ban could worsen an already tight global fuel market by removing about 1.2 million barrels a day of supply at a time when Middle Eastern, Russian and Chinese exports are constrained. Europe would be particularly exposed, while India could gain export opportunities for its refiners but also face higher crude and domestic fuel costs as global buyers compete for scarce diesel.
Embraer C-390 Millennium explained: Key specifications and capabilities of the Brazilian military transport aircraft
Embraer-Mahindra C-390 Millennium: The military transport aircraft is being considered for India’s Medium Transport Aircraft programme, with Nagpur proposed as the site for a potential final assembly line. The aircraft can carry up to 26 tonnes of cargo and support troop transport, airborne operations, medical evacuation, aerial refuelling, search and rescue, firefighting and other missions.
Could astronauts on the Moon manufacture their own tools? NASA tests lunar dust material that could reduce supplies from Earth
NASA researchers are developing a composite material that combines lunar regolith with a biodegradable plastic called poly(3-hydroxybutyrate). This innovative approach aims to manufacture tools and equipment directly on the Moon, rather than transporting everything from Earth. Bacteria may potentially produce the plastic using waste and carbon dioxide available during missions. This strategy is part of a broader effort to utilize resources found on the Moon for sustainable exploration.
In the 1950s, two IBM engineers built a new way to store computer data on spinning disks; it held 5 million characters and recalled a record in under 1 second
The IBM 350 disk storage unit revolutionized data management in the 1950s, allowing businesses to efficiently store and quickly retrieve five million characters. This landmark innovation replaced outdated punch cards and accelerated record updates. Though leasing the unit was costly given its modest storage, the foundational principles it introduced paved the way for the modern computing landscape.
Crude surged. Why didn’t India’s petrol prices?
As the West Asia conflict drove up oil costs, India kept a much larger rise from reaching the pump. This explainer dives into how protection came from diversified supplies, a tax cut, losses absorbed by fuel retailers and an ethanol programme built before the crisis.
Global Market: VLCC rates hit record as Saudi crude flows jump
Saudi Arabia’s increased crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have pushed ship-to-ship transfer operations in the Gulf of Oman to capacity, tightening tanker availability, lifting freight rates and complicating crude flows to Asian refineries.
When trouble looks like it will last, staying calm is harder: 5 stocks with upside potential of up to 24%, according to analysts
The market is down again and oil is back above $100. For a while now, this is how it has been: A market that is volatile, with the bias towards falling rather than rising. And it is likely to remain like this for at least the next couple of months. It is not some sudden crisis. It is a combination of many headwinds, both global and domestic.
In 2003, Germany opened a water-filled bridge that lets cargo ships cross over the Elbe River; the 3,012-foot crossing connected two major canals
The Magdeburg Water Bridge in Germany is a groundbreaking structure that enables ships to traverse over the Elbe River, effectively linking crucial inland waterways while circumventing challenges posed by fluctuating river levels. Initiated in 1997 and inaugurated in October 2003, this engineering marvel supports consistent transportation of substantial goods across industrial areas, making it a notable tourist destination and a triumph in modern engineering.
Short-term headwinds, long-term calm: 6 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 22%
This is not the time to expect that every stock you own will do well; or that you will make quick and easy gains. If you are entering the market, expect a bumpy ride. Don’t be shocked when a good stock falls for a while. And don’t be tempted into taking foolish risks while chasing returns the market is not offering right now. Lowering your expectations is not being negative. It is being realistic, and it protects you.
India needs multi-route energy strategy as West Asia tensions threaten supplies: Experts
Growing West Asian tensions expose India's energy supply vulnerabilities. Experts urge a multi-route strategy and diversified crude and gas suppliers. Expanding storage and port infrastructure is also crucial for national energy security. Alternative routes and logistical options are needed to maintain supplies during crises. India must build resilience through reserves and flexible refining capacity.
Crude Oil Above $100: Can Saudi Arabia’s export disruption trigger a new global energy shock?
Crude oil has crossed $100 a barrel as Saudi Arabia faces disruptions to its alternative export route following attacks on the East-West Pipeline. Prolonged outages could tighten global supplies, raise prices and increase risks for oil-importing economies such as India, while a sustained disruption could push Brent towards $115-$125 a barrel.
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