Share Market Highlights 18 December 2024: Markets slide ahead of Fed outcome; Sensex dips 502 pts...
Sensex, Nifty updates on December 18, 2024: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty stayed on the back foot for the third straight session on Wednesday as investors offloaded utility, capital goods and metal stocks amid foreign fund outflows. The 30-share B…
## Market News and Updates### Positive News- **Granules India Gains FDA Approval for Generic ADHD Drug:** The company's treatment has received the green light for release in the US market.- **MTNL's Bonds Upgraded by CARE Rating:** The rating agency has assigned positive ratings to MTNL's bonds, boosting investors' confidence.- **JSW Energy Teams Up with LG Energy for Battery Joint Venture:** A substantial investment of $1.5 billion will fuel the collaboration for electric vehicle and renewable energy storage battery manufacturing.- **Minda Corporation Forms New Joint Venture:** The automotive components manufacturer has partnered with HSIN Chong Machinery Works to establish Minda-HCMF Technologies.- **Sonata Software Unveils IntellQA:** This AI-powered test acceleration platform will streamline and enhance testing processes.- **Fermenta Biotech Sells Commercial Office Space in Mumbai:** The company has closed a deal worth Rs 400 million for its Worli property.- **Supriya Lifescience Expands Production Facility:** The state-of-the-art production block in Maharashtra strengthens the company's manufacturing capabilities.- **Aditya Birla Real Estate Acquires Land for Residential Development:** The subsidiary, Birla Estates, has secured a substantial land parcel in Boisar for a new residential project.- **Cellecor Gadgets Strengthens AC Production:** The partnership with Epack Durable Pvt. Ltd. bolsters the company's air conditioner manufacturing capacity.- **Gulf Oil Lubricants Extends Partnership with Piaggio India:** The exclusive collaboration has been renewed for eight more years.- **GIPCL Secures Major Solar Project Contract:** The company has won a 500 MW solar PV project, contributing to the growth of renewable energy in Gujarat.- **LTIMindtree Obtains Tax Order Stay:** The High Court of Karnataka has granted an interim stay on the tax order against the company, providing financial relief.- **Jindal Saw Acquires Stake in Renewable Energy:** The company expands its presence in the green energy sector by purchasing a significant share in Renew Green Energy.- **Indian Tourism Surges:** India has emerged as a leading destination for global tourism, experiencing record spending and increased luxury travel.- **Infosys Collaborates with Google Cloud:** The partnership aims to drive innovation in enterprise AI, fostering the development of new solutions.- **HCC's QIP Issue Fully Subscribed:** Strong institutional demand has fueled the successful completion of the company's fundraising initiative.- **Route Mobile Appoints New CEO:** Gautam Badalia takes over the leadership of the mobile messaging and communications provider.- **Chennai Petro Welcomes New Chairman:** Arvinder Singh Sahney assumes the part-time role on the board of directors.- **Ambuja Cement Merges with Subsidiaries:** The company consolidates its operations by merging Sanghi and Penna Cement Industries.### Neutral News- **Glenmark Life Changes Name:** The company has received approval for the name change to Alivus Life Sciences.- **Aurobindo Pharma Receives FDA Inspection Result:** The inspection concluded with two observations at the Apitoria Pharma arm.- **Oil India Appoints New Director:** Shri Trailukya Borgohain will join the company's board as Director (Operations) in 2024.- **Exide Industries Invests in Subsidiary:** The company remains the majority shareholder in Exide Energy Solutions after investing Rs 99.99 Cr.- **Elpro International Buys Healthcare Shares:** The company has acquired shares in Blue Jet Healthcare for Rs 75.4 million.- **IIRM Holdings India Plans Rights Issue:** The company seeks to raise up to Rs 44 Cr through an equity share issue.- **Sun TV Network's Merger Approved:** The scheme of amalgamation for south Asia FM and related companies has been approved by the NCLT.- **Brooks Laboratories to Issue Shares:** The company has plans to issue preferential shares at a price of Rs 141.5 per share.- **Bartronics' Shareholders Plan to Sell Shares:** Kinex India Private Limited intends to sell a portion of its shares in the company.- **SpiceJet Aims for Revival:** The company explores options for a Rs 3,000 Cr QIP after successful fundraise in September.- **Piramal Enterprises Considers NCD Issuance:** The company prepares for a potential debt offering in December.- **Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC CEO Resigns:** Vikas Gautam steps down from his role as CEO - International Business.- **Alembic Pharma Issues Corporate Guarantee:** The company provides a $10 million guarantee to HSBC Bank, Chile, for its Chile-based arm.- **Pondy Oxides Opens QIP:** The company sets the floor price for its qualified institutional placement offering.- **Muthoot Capital Plans NCD Issuance:** The company will consider issuing non-convertible debentures in December.- **Swiggy/Zomato Compete with Ola:** Ola enters the 10-minute food delivery market in Bengaluru, challenging established players.- **Shriram Finance in Multicurrency Loan Talks:** The company explores a potential $1.25 billion social loan.- **Adani Energy Establishes Transmission Arm:** The company incorporates a new subsidiary for power distribution and supply.### Negative News- **Va Tech Wabag Loses Desalination Plant Tender:** The company faces a setback as a major contract in Saudi Arabia is canceled.