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US Market (Futures)
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KOSPI: +0.46%
Gift Nifty: 25926.50 (+0.19%)
FII and DII Trading Activity December 18, 2025 in Cash market:
FIIs / FPIs: Net Buy of ₹595.78 crore
DIIs: Net Buy of ₹2700.36 crore
Key Corporate & Economy Updates:
Positive:
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Refex Industries: Secured an order through its unit Venwind Refex, for the supply of wind turbine generator-related bags, strengthening its presence in the renewable energy supply chain.
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Antony Waste Handling Cell: NCLT Mumbai approved the merger of AG Enviro Infra Projects with the company, expected to streamline operations and enhance scale in waste management services.
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BLS International Services: Delhi High Court quashed the Ministry of External Affairs’ debarment, removing a major regulatory overhang and restoring business continuity.
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BPCL: Approved a joint venture with Coal India (BPCL 49%, Coal India 51%) to set up a coal gasification project in Maharashtra, aimed at advancing cleaner energy and diversification initiatives.
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Amber Enterprises India: Announced plans to invest around ₹5 bln to expand manufacturing facilities and enhance capacity for HVAC products, supporting long-term growth.
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Cummins India: Approved an investment of up to ₹27 mln to acquire an 8.78% equity stake in Clean Max, reinforcing its focus on clean energy solutions.
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GPT Infraprojects: A joint venture involving the company won a large infrastructure contract valued at approximately ₹18.04 bln, providing strong revenue visibility.
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Vodafone Idea (VITIL): Successfully completed a ₹33 bln fundraise through non-convertible debentures, improving liquidity and strengthening its balance sheet.
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AksharChem (India): Commissioned a ground-mounted solar power plant with capacity of 5.19 MWp / 3.85 MWp, enhancing renewable energy utilization.
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Seamec: Secured offshore contracts aggregating to about USD 3.25 mln and awarded diving services execution to ADSUN Offshore, supporting operational expansion.
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Zenith Drugs: Awarded a tender by Odisha State Medical Corporation valued at ₹95 mln, ensuring steady pharmaceutical supplies to the public healthcare system.
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Niraj Cement Structurals: Received a significant order worth ₹3.22 bln, strengthening its project execution pipeline.
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A B Infrabuild: Secured an infrastructure order valued at ₹520.8 mln, boosting near-term revenue prospects.
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Artefact Projects: Secured an order worth ₹59.6 mln, adding to its project consultancy order book.
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Precision Electronics: Awarded an order valued at ₹21.6 mln, improving short-term business visibility.
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NIS Management: Received a work order worth ₹34.5 mln, supporting operational growth.
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Reliance Industries: Reliance Consumer Products acquired Tamil Nadu-based heritage nutrition brand ‘Udhaiyam’, expanding its FMCG portfolio and regional footprint.
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Max Healthcare Institute: Announced plans to invest over ₹10 bln in setting up a hospital in Pune, supporting capacity expansion in key healthcare markets.
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Ramco Systems: Powerhouse Engines selected Ramco’s platform for engine MRO transformation, strengthening its position in the aviation software segment.
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Lupin: Signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Neopharmed for the gastroenterology brand Plasil in the Philippines and Brazil, expanding its international presence.
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Globtier Infotech: Entered into a strategic partnership with Liferay to strengthen digital experience and enterprise solutions offerings.
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Atmastco: Entered a technology collaboration agreement with Welding Technologies LLC to enhance technical capabilities and product offerings.
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ArisInfra Solutions: Signed an MoU with JS Infra Solutions to explore collaboration opportunities in asphalt and road infrastructure materials.
Negative:
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G.S. Auto International: Managing Director Surinder Singh Ryait was arrested in an unrelated matter, creating reputational and governance concerns.
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Birla Cable: Terminated its power purchase agreement with Continuum MP Windfarm Development, which may affect renewable power sourcing plans.
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Dhanuka Agritech: Received a demand order of ₹16.4 mln, increasing potential financial liabilities.
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Aditya Birla Fashion: Received a cumulative tax demand order amounting to ₹137.7 mln, which may impact near-term cash flows.
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Maruti Suzuki: Received a tax penalty of ₹4.3 mln and NCLAT scheduled a hearing related to the matter on January 27, 2026.
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IndiGo: Competition Commission of India took cognizance of information filed and decided to proceed further against IndiGo, indicating regulatory scrutiny.
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Vinny Overseas: Reported theft of inventory items worth approximately ₹1.9 mln, leading to operational and financial loss.
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Albert David: Umesh Manohar Kunte resigned from the position of Managing Director and CEO.
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P N Gadgil Jewellers: Kiran Prakash Firodiya resigned as Chief Financial Officer.
Neutral / Others
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HCLTech: Announced acquisition of HPE’s telecom solutions business for a total consideration of up to USD 160 mln, subject to customary approvals.
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Aeroflex Industries: Announced issuance of 3 mln equity shares at ₹182.70 per share and outlined capex plans including an annealing plant for stainless steel hoses, robotic welding lines, and expansion for liquid cooling skids.
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BSE: Announced mock trading on December 20 across equity, equity derivatives, commodity derivatives, and currency derivatives segments as part of system preparedness.
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Crest Ventures: Board approved a draft scheme following audit committee recommendations, subject to regulatory approvals.
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National Peroxide: Board appointed Amit Goriwale as interim Chief Financial Officer.
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Bharti Airtel: Singtel relinquished certain reserved rights and amended the shareholders’ agreement; Akhil Garg appointed CFO of Airtel India, Shashwat Sharma appointed MD & CEO of Airtel India, and Soumen Ray appointed Group CFO.
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Bharti Hexacom: Akhil Garg resigned as CFO and the company appointed Kathikeyan Velu as CFO effective January 1, 2026.
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Salem Erode Investments: Company to consider fundraising through issuance of non-convertible debentures.
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Milgrey Finance and Investments: Board to consider issuance of shares on a preferential basis.
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Standard Capital Markets: Appointed Gaurav Jindal as Chairperson of the company.
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Dhanlaxmi Cotex: Appointed Payal Ankur Bankda as Chief Financial Officer effective December 18, 2025.
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Biocon: Received Establishment Inspection Report from US FDA for its New Jersey facility with Voluntary Action Indicated (VAI) status.
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Chennai Petroleum Corporation: Management indicated plans to expand Manali refinery capacity to 280,000 bpd, target ownership of 300 fuel retail stations by May 2028, and schedule maintenance shutdown during Oct–Dec 2026.
Non-Corporate, Unlisted & Foreign / Macro
1) RBI / Valsad Mahila Nagrik Sahakari Bank: RBI imposed operational restrictions on the cooperative bank citing supervisory and liquidity concerns, impacting business activity.
2) India / Trade Policy: Government imposed anti-dumping duty on select steel imports from China for a period of five years to protect domestic manufacturers.
3) India / Energy Policy: Parliament approved the Atomic Energy Bill, opening the nuclear power sector to private participation.
4) India / Fixed Income: India’s 10-year benchmark government bond yield ended lower at 6.5738% compared with previous close of 6.5995%.
5) SEBI / Debt Markets: SEBI announced modifications to conditions governing reduction in denomination of debt securities to improve market accessibility.
6) Oil Markets (Russia – Urals): Urals crude cargo prices declined to around $40 per barrel at Russian ports, with discounts exceeding $20 per barrel, reflecting weak demand and pricing pressure.
7) Oman–India Trade: Oman and India signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and investment flows.
Bulk Deals:
Shree Digvijay Cement Company
True North Fund VI LLP sold its 45.12% stake, or 6.67 crore shares, in Shree Digvijay Cement for ₹578.5 crore on the BSE. The entire block was acquired by India Resurgence Fund entities, jointly promoted by Piramal Enterprises and Bain Capital Credit, at ₹86.7 per share.
Ola Electric Mobility
Founder Bhavish Aggarwal sold 2.83 crore shares, or a 0.64% stake, in Ola Electric for ₹90.3 crore at ₹31.9 per share. Over the past three sessions, he has cumulatively offloaded around 2.2% stake worth ₹324 crore.
SG Finserve
Promoter S Gupta Holding bought 3 lakh shares, equivalent to a 0.53% stake, in SG Finserve for ₹12.16 crore at ₹405.46 per share. This follows a previous session purchase where the promoter acquired an additional 0.84% stake.
IPO Listing Today
Mainboard:
ICICI Prudential AMC
SME:
Ashwini Container Movers, Exim Routes, Stanbik Agro
On-going IPO:
Last Date 19-Dec
Marc Technocrats Ltd (NSE SME)
Global Ocean Logistics India Ltd (BSE SME)
Upcoming IPO:
22-Dec to 24-Dec
Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality Limited
Shyam Dhani Industries Ltd (NSE SME)
EPW India Limited (NSE SME)
Securities Trading Ex-Dividend on December 19, 2025
Can Fin Homes Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Split on December 19, 2025
Space Incubatrics Technologies Ltd (From Rs.10 to Rs.1)
Securities Trading Ex-Bonus Issue on December 19, 2025
Dr. Lal PathLabs Ltd (1:1), Unifinz Capital India Ltd (4:1)
Securities Trading Ex-Spin Off on December 19, 2025
DCM Shriram Industries Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Resolution Plan (Suspension) on December 19, 2025
ARSS Infrastructure Projects Ltd
Securities Under F&O Ban on December 19, 2025
Sammaan Capital
Source: WOWNEWS24X7, Moneycontrol, Investing.com
