EV SECTOR INDIA
Centre's EV push puts electric mobility stocks in the fast lane; M&M, Ola Electric lead rally with gains of up to 5%
Electric mobility stocks rallied on Wednesday after the Centre made EVs the default choice for government staff-car procurement and doubled the price ceiling for electric cars to Rs 20 lakh. M&M led the gains, followed by Ola Electric, Hyundai Motor India and TVS Motor Company.
Indian IIT talent thrives in Japan's MIRAI-Setu programme as nations near 75th anniversary
As India and Japan approach 75 years of diplomatic ties in 2027, 40 IIT and IIIT students visited Japan under the "Foster System = MIRAI - Setu" programme. Immersed in Japanese universities and corporations, they developed strong industry insights, proposing innovative solutions for bilateral growth.
Time to be contrarian? Are analysts behind the curve? 5 stocks from two segments of the oil and gas space
The tensions that drove oil higher are still lurking under the surface. A single statement, or a single strike, and they can surface again within days. Another round of trouble cannot be entirely ruled out. And if it comes and oil climbs again, much of the contrarian case we are making weakens with it. So the improvement is real, but it is not yet fully safe.
India's three-wheeler market takes an electric turn, with one in two new sales now EVs
Electric three-wheelers are increasingly popular in India, with sales significantly rising and concerns about fossil fuels decreasing. Mahindra Last Mile Mobility now produces a large number of e-rickshaws to meet growing demand. Drivers like Afroz Alam have reported substantial savings after switching from gas-powered models to electric versions. Analysts attribute this shift to lower operational costs and government subsidies promoting EV adoption.
Investors in other markets would be envious of India multiples: Rich Handler, chief executive of Jefferies
Jefferies CEO Rich Handler believes Indian equities remain reasonably valued despite the market correction and says easing long-term capital gains taxes could attract foreign investors. He sees opportunities in India's AI and data centre sectors, argues that global capital outflows reflect external pressures, and believes concerns about an AI bubble warrant a healthy pause rather than alarm.
ETMarkets Commodity Talk| Building a 5-year portfolio? Why gold could take the largest share of your commodity allocation, Deveya Gaglani decodes
In this edition of ETMarkets Commodity Talk, Deveya Gaglani, Senior Research Analyst – Commodities at Axis Direct, shares his views on the evolving commodity landscape and the role of gold, silver and industrial metals in a diversified portfolio. He also explains why gold could form the largest component of a long-term commodity allocation, while highlighting the risks of blindly buying the dip or chasing a sharp rally.
Kia India plans $1.5 billion investment in Andhra Pradesh to expand manufacturing operations
The proposed investment is expected to significantly expand the company's manufacturing footprint at its Anantapur facility, where Kia currently has an installed annual production capacity of around 3 lakh units.
Cabinet approves VGF plan for grid-scale energy storage with Rs 14,500 crore support
The Union Cabinet has approved a significant ₹14,500 crore funding scheme to develop 92 GWh of energy storage capacity. This initiative supports both hydro pumped storage and battery energy storage systems aimed at accelerating renewable energy. Additionally, a scheme has been approved for processing critical minerals like lithium and nickel to reduce import dependency. The government aims to modernize its statistical system with a ₹4,371.10 crore scheme.
Indian car buyers trade up selectively as CNG, EVs gain ground over fuel; SUV growth reshapes price ladder
Indian passenger vehicle sales have shown a pronounced shift towards higher price bands and alternative fuel options. The ₹12 lakh-20 lakh segment grew significantly, while lower segments experienced a slight decline. Petrol vehicle registrations decreased, with CNG and electric vehicles gaining market share. Compact SUVs have become increasingly popular, reflecting changes in consumer preferences and technology advancements.
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or IBC - Part 83: Under this auto ancillary’s hood, sales and profits tell different stories
Some auto suppliers spend years trying to win a major customer. This business has been associated with one for four decades. That has helped build manufacturing scale, product capabilities, and a presence near auto plants. But it also creates an unusual equation for investors. Nearly 90% of the company's FY26 revenue is from sales to one related customer. Its portfolio spans parts that can survive the EV transition and others more closely tied to ICE vehicles. The story is about how durable customer access becomes durable returns.
Time to pick the right business, hold it longer: 5 stocks from the auto ancillary space with upside potential of up to 20%
In times of uncertainty in the market, investors should look for sectors where there is some underlying transformation taking place that is bigger, and will last longer, than the impact of any war or election results. One such is the auto ancillary sector.
Diwali 2026: 77 stocks knock down D-St bears to deliver multibagger returns of up to 4,700% in a year
With Diwali 2026 on the horizon, 77 stocks have thrived despite market fluctuations, marking exceptional returns. Mrugesh Trading showcases an astonishing gain of 4,657%, while Axis Solution follows closely with 1,081%. Other strong performers are Sterlite Technologies and Cupid, each demonstrating impressive growth. Analysts are hopeful for a market rebound thanks to falling crude oil prices, which could positively impact sectors such as automotive, capital goods, and pharmaceuticals.
Indian Bank targets Rs 100 cr lending under EV charging scheme in FY27: MD
Indian Bank has set a lending target of Rs 100 crore for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The bank launched IND Green Charge for public, captive, and fleet charging stations under various models. It plans to promote entrepreneurship and support India's transition to sustainable mobility with this initiative. The scheme will provide loans up to Rs 10 crore for a maximum tenure of eight years.
UP looks beyond Lucknow to boost startups, MSMEs as Aavishkaar, Intellecap partner with Invest UP
With more than 11.5 million MSMEs across the state, Uttar Pradesh is looking beyond its established startup centres to build a wider enterprise ecosystem. A new Invest UP partnership with Aavishkaar Foundation and Intellecap aims to take capital, advisory support and market connections closer to entrepreneurs across its districts.
India's deeptech dream remains import dependent for critical components
The founder of a spacetech startup developing rockets said geopolitical tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine war, disrupted the supply of critical components. “Parts that were earlier available within weeks are now taking months to arrive, making it harder for startups to plan development and testing schedules,” the founder said, requesting anonymity.
Green financing in India rises to $82 billion, but flows mostly to established sectors: Report
The Landscape of Green Finance in India, now in its fourth edition, maps actual finance flows or disbursements across sources, instruments, sectors, and subsectors for financial years 2022-23 and 2023-24. According to the report, while green finance has increased substantially between 2016-17 and 2023-24, financial flows remain concentrated in established sectors and technologies.
India considers measures to boost local production of 100 critical inputs to cut import reliance, government official says
India is taking steps to encourage the local manufacturing of 100 key items that are currently imported. This initiative aims to decrease dependence on foreign suppliers, especially from China, to enhance domestic production capabilities. The government has identified these crucial items from a broader import list valued at $51 billion, which includes various sectors. By reducing reliance on imports, India hopes to strengthen its economy and mitigate supply chain risks.
India's festive auto sales show mixed trends; two-wheelers outperform passenger vehicles: Jefferies
The mixed sales trend comes after strong growth in the first half of FY27 (April-September), when passenger vehicle registrations and wholesale sales increased by over 25 per cent year-on-year.
PMS Talk: AI, defence and electronics manufacturing are the next growth engines, says Vaibhav Agarwal
In this edition of ETMarkets PMS Talk, we speak with Vaibhav Agarwal, Founder & CIO, Accelt Asset Management LLP, about how his team’s bottom-up stock-picking approach identifies businesses capable of delivering sustained earnings growth. He explains why smallcaps offer opportunities among companies growing earnings at 25–30%, how the GMCV framework — Growth, Management, Capital Efficiency and Valuation — helps separate potential compounders from value traps, and why paying the right price matters even when a business has a compelling growth story.
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