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Devangshu Datta

Devangshu Datta

Devangshu Datta

Devangshu Datta, an internationally rated chess and bridge player, is a seasoned writer and columnist with extensive experience covering diverse topics such as finance, technology, science, and sports. Known for his analytical approach and clear writing style, Datta has contributed to several leading publications, including Business Standard, The Economic Times, The Telegraph, and Outlook. He also serves on the editorial board of Business Standard.

Devangshu Datta, an internationally rated chess and bridge player, is a seasoned writer and columnist with extensive experience covering diverse topics such as finance, technology, science, and sports. Known for his analytical approach and clear writing style, Datta has contributed to several leading publications, including Business Standard, The Economic Times, The Telegraph, and Outlook. He also serves on the editorial board of Business Standard.

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RIL's telecom, retail and new biz could mitigate impact of West Asia crisis

While the Middle East conflict has hit sentiment, analysts say strong diesel cracks, petchem margins, and rising contributions from telecom, retail and new businesses could soften the blow for RIL

RIL's telecom, retail and new biz could mitigate impact of West Asia crisis
Updated On : 05 Mar 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

IndiGo may face further downgrades as Iran conflict clouds outlook

IndiGo's earlier positive outlook has been upended by the Iran conflict, with airspace closures, rising fuel costs and operational disruptions raising the risk of further valuation downgrades

IndiGo may face further downgrades as Iran conflict clouds outlook
Updated On : 04 Mar 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

Oil producers may benefit as crude spikes amid Hormuz disruption risk

Escalating tensions in West Asia threaten crude and LNG flows via the Strait of Hormuz, pushing prices sharply higher and lifting prospects for ONGC and Oil India even as OMCs face pressure

Oil producers may benefit as crude spikes amid Hormuz disruption risk
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 11:00 PM IST

Extended Iran conflict may disrupt L&T's order inflows, regional projects

With nearly half its order book linked to the Middle East, L&T may see short-term disruptions from the Iran conflict, raising concerns over execution, exports and regional project pipelines

Extended Iran conflict may disrupt L&T's order inflows, regional projects
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 11:06 PM IST

Higher growth and margin gains fuel sharp rally in Hitachi Energy India

Hitachi Energy India's stock has jumped 54% in a month on strong Q3 results, robust order flows and rising margin visibility, though analysts warn high valuations could amplify downside risks

Higher growth and margin gains fuel sharp rally in Hitachi Energy India
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 11:14 PM IST

Solar equipment majors look to widen horizons to counter US duty threat

US plans steep countervailing duties on solar imports from India, prompting module makers to explore alternative markets and new supply chain strategies to mitigate the impact

Solar equipment majors look to widen horizons to counter US duty threat
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 11:22 PM IST

Infra recovery could accelerate NBFC growth after strong Q3 trends

NBFCs reported stronger Q3FY26 growth with margin expansion, lower credit costs and improved asset quality; a revival in infrastructure-linked activity could further support sector momentum into FY27

Infra recovery could accelerate NBFC growth after strong Q3 trends
Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 10:36 PM IST

ABB India's gains hinge on maintaining order inflow and margins

Strong Q4CY25 order inflow boosts outlook, but margin recovery and sustained execution pace remain key for ABB's re-rating

ABB India's gains hinge on maintaining order inflow and margins
Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 11:37 PM IST

Slow order awards, execution key concerns for infrastructure sector

Slow road awards and execution delays weigh on infra firms in Q3FY26, though FY27 Budget capex push and toll growth offer medium-term support

Slow order awards, execution key concerns for infrastructure sector
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 10:54 PM IST

Strong demand, rising prices brighten near-term outlook for metal stocks

Steel prices have rebounded and domestic demand is firm, while non-ferrous metals benefit from tight LME inventories and global supply issues, supporting a positive near-term view on metal stocks

Strong demand, rising prices brighten near-term outlook for metal stocks
Updated On : 20 Feb 2026 | 11:22 PM IST

Invest in AI with care: India's summit controversies raise hard questions

While being especially blatant, the incident of the robodog ties in with the history of gold rushes and technological breakthroughs

Invest in AI with care: India's summit controversies raise hard questions
Updated On : 20 Feb 2026 | 11:16 PM IST

Higher crude prices and expansion plans may weigh on OMC performance

Rising crude costs, reduced access to discounted Russian oil and heavy capex may pressure OMCs, though strong GRMs, demand growth and LPG subsidies support profits

Higher crude prices and expansion plans may weigh on OMC performance
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 10:44 PM IST

Higher new well gas output seen as key positive for ONGC despite weak Q3

ONGC's Q3 was weighed down by lower crude realisations, but improved gas realisations, rising new well gas share and upcoming projects may bolster medium-term production

Higher new well gas output seen as key positive for ONGC despite weak Q3
Updated On : 18 Feb 2026 | 11:01 PM IST

Higher capex likely to increase debt burden for Hindalco Industries

Hindalco's Q3 met expectations but analysts flagged risks from rising capex, Novelis disruptions and higher working capital needs, which could pressure leverage over the next four years

Higher capex likely to increase debt burden for Hindalco Industries
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 10:42 PM IST

Valuations reflect growth prospects as Siemens Energy expands capacity

Siemens Energy's December-quarter results show strong revenue and profit growth, a rising order book, and major capex plans across transmission and generation as demand momentum builds

Valuations reflect growth prospects as Siemens Energy expands capacity
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 11:07 PM IST

Gains for Hindustan Unilever stock depend on pace of growth recovery

HUL posts steady volume growth and stable margins; FY27 outlook hinges on demand revival, pricing trends and execution of new strategy

Gains for Hindustan Unilever stock depend on pace of growth recovery
Updated On : 13 Feb 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

Demand stays strong, margin trajectory key for Mahindra & Mahindra

M&M posts steady Q3FY26 results with robust auto and tractor growth; EV push and commodity costs seen as key factors shaping margins ahead

Demand stays strong, margin trajectory key for Mahindra & Mahindra
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 11:06 PM IST

Growth focus likely to keep margins under pressure for Eicher Motors

Eicher Motors posts strong Q3FY26 growth led by Royal Enfield volumes, but sustaining margins may be challenging amid commodity inflation and capacity expansion

Growth focus likely to keep margins under pressure for Eicher Motors
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 11:23 PM IST

Muted volumes, realisation miss weigh on Shree Cement in Q3 FY26

Muted volumes and a miss on realisations weighed on Shree Cement's operating performance in Q3 FY26, even as lower depreciation helped lift net profit year-on-year

Muted volumes, realisation miss weigh on Shree Cement in Q3 FY26
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 10:49 PM IST

Pricing gains ahead for Tata Steel as demand improves in India and Europe

With domestic demand strengthening and European prices firming after CBAM, Tata Steel appears past the worst of pricing pressures, with Q4FY26 expected to see sequential improvement

Pricing gains ahead for Tata Steel as demand improves in India and Europe
Updated On : 09 Feb 2026 | 10:23 PM IST