Derivatives Slowdown Hits Brokers
BSE, Angel One and other brokers witnessed a sharp 40–60% drop in derivatives revenue amid regulatory changes and muted trading activity. Active monthly traders fell from 30–40 lakh to nearly 20–22 lakh. NSE Chairman noted that India’s derivatives market remains much smaller than the US, with earlier volume surge partly driven by STT loopholes.
As per astrology view, some important turning dates are 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 29 & 31st October 2025.
Alert: China to impose special port fees on US ships from 14th October, up to 1,120 yuan per net ton, potentially escalating US-China trade tensions. Negative for bulls and investors.
Update: As per astrologer, RJD & Prashant Kishore may join forces post-Bihar elections to form the state government.
Former US President Donald Trump responded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado being awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, revealing that she personally called him to share the news. Trump joked, “It’s a very nice thing to do. I didn’t say, ‘Then give it to me,’ though I think she might have. She was very nice.”
Veefin Solutions merges GSL and ESL with promoters transfer 21 lakh shares (~Rs.83 cr. at nil consideration) to strengthen governance & minority shareholder value.
SEPC secures Rs.32.63 cr. international order for ADNOC projects.
Steel Exchange India raises Rs.350 cr. refinancing from Kotak-led consortium, cutting borrowing costs by 5.5% and boosting financial flexibility.
India’s Solar Outlook
India’s solar EPC market is expected to grow 23% YoY, reaching ₹1.7 trillion by FY28, powered by initiatives like the PLI scheme, rooftop solar, and energy storage VGF.
Gujarat and Rajasthan lead with over 20 GW of combined solar park capacity.
India’s solar capacity is projected to rise from 106 GW in FY25 to ~280 GW by FY30, implying a >21% CAGR, with renewables’ share in installed capacity expanding from 47% to nearly 65%.
Source: Waaree Renewable Technologies Ltd (Q2FY26 Investor Presentation).
ABS Marine Services Limited, one of India’s leading maritime companies engaged in ship management, vessel ownership, and marine and port services, has successfully completed the conversion and deployment of its vessel ‘CELESTIAL’, now certified for ONGC’s Well Stimulation Vessel operations from Mumbai.
Eco Recycling Limited (Ecoreco), India’s first and leading e-waste management company, has launched a nationwide initiative titled #1BillionChargers, aimed at encouraging citizens to responsibly dispose of unused or discarded mobile chargers lying idle in their homes.
High-stakes meeting: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 9, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties, trade agreements, and strategic cooperation.
Free Trade Agreement (FTA) push: A major agenda was advancing negotiations on a UK-India Free Trade Agreement, aiming to boost commerce and investment flows between the two nations.
Strategic alignment: Discussions also included defence, security, climate action, energy cooperation, and coordination in multilateral forums.
Focus Lighting & Fixtures Limited has secured an order worth ₹1.88 cr (exclusive of GST) from the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation for a city beautification initiative. The project involves manufacturing, supplying, delivering, and installing LED lighting and fixtures across key city areas to enhance Gandhinagar’s visual appeal and upgrade its urban infrastructure.
International Conveyors, posted 48% higher EPS of Rs.14.5 in FY25 on small equity of Rs 6.3 cr. The share trades at a P/E of 7.1x making it a sound proposition.
20 Micron a leading producer of industrial minerals posted FY25 net profit of Rs.62.4 cr. with an EPS of Rs.16. It has reserves of Rs.363.5 cr. vs equity of Rs.17.6 cr.
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