Company News

Samsung Electronics has expressed strong confidence in India’s economic and consumer growth prospects heading into 2026, positioning the country as a central pillar of its global strategy. The company sees rising incomes, accelerating digital adoption, and supportive policy frameworks as key drivers of sustained demand across smartphones, consumer electronics, and semiconductors. At the core of this outlook is a decisive push toward artificial intelligence, with Samsung aligning product innovation, manufacturing, and R&D investments to capture emerging opportunities.

Eternal, a prominent name in its segment, has come under regulatory scrutiny after tax authorities issued a Goods and Services Tax (GST) demand amounting to Rs 27.56 crore. The development introduces a new layer of financial and compliance pressure for the company, even as it continues to maintain a strong market presence. The demand reportedly stems from alleged discrepancies related to tax filings and input credit claims over a defined assessment period.

Shares of Vedanta have climbed to a new 52-week high, extending a rally that has lifted the stock by around 35 percent so far this year. The surge reflects renewed investor confidence driven by firm commodity prices, improved operational performance, and a clearer strategic outlook. Market participants have also responded positively to disciplined capital allocation and steady cash flows, which have strengthened the company’s balance sheet.

Aurobindo Pharma has announced plans to acquire an additional equity stake in a joint venture company, underscoring its intent to consolidate operations and sharpen long-term growth prospects. The proposed transaction aligns with the company’s broader strategy of deepening control over high-value assets while improving operational efficiency and capital allocation. By increasing its ownership, Aurobindo aims to unlock synergies, streamline decision-making, and reinforce its competitive position in key therapeutic and manufacturing segments.

Tata Chemicals has raised Rs. 1,500 crore through the issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs), reinforcing its capital structure and financial flexibility. The fundraising reflects continued investor confidence in the company’s credit profile and long-term strategy, despite a challenging global macroeconomic environment. Proceeds from the issue are expected to be used for refinancing existing debt and supporting general corporate requirements. Analysts view the move as a prudent step, enabling the company to optimize borrowing costs while maintaining liquidity.

Jakson Group is set to establish a photovoltaic module recycling plant, marking a strategic move into sustainable infrastructure within India’s rapidly expanding solar sector. The initiative addresses a growing challenge facing renewable energy deployment: the management of end-of-life solar panels. As installed solar capacity rises, so does the need for environmentally responsible disposal and material recovery. By entering PV module recycling, Jakson aims to support a circular economy model, reduce environmental impact and align with evolving regulatory and sustainability expectations.

A recent jury verdict in a talc-related lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson has once again placed product liability, corporate accountability, and litigation risk under intense scrutiny. The decision, one of many in a long-running series of cases, underscores the financial and reputational challenges facing multinational consumer health companies amid claims tied to legacy products. While Johnson & Johnson continues to contest the scientific basis of the allegations, the ruling highlights broader concerns around risk disclosure, legal strategy, and balance-sheet exposure.

PhysicsWallah, one of India’s fastest-growing edtech companies, is charting a path back to profitability with expectations of returning to the black by FY27. Following a period of rapid expansion and intensified competition in the digital learning space, the company is now focusing on operational streamlining, product consolidation, and sustainable growth initiatives. Management aims to strengthen hybrid learning models, enhance technological capabilities, and optimize cost structures to support long-term financial stability.

IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd., one of India’s largest highway concessionaires, has executed a significant portfolio reshaping move by selling its Gandeva–Ena road project for Rs. 513 crore. The transaction highlights the company’s strategy to unlock capital from operational assets and redeploy funds into newer, higher-yield opportunities. Coming amid heightened investor interest in transport infrastructure, the divestment marks a calculated effort to strengthen liquidity, reduce project-level debt, and improve financial flexibility.

Manish Bandlish, Managing Director of Mother Dairy, has officially resigned from his position, marking a significant leadership change in one of India’s leading dairy and food processing enterprises. Bandlish’s tenure saw strategic initiatives aimed at expanding dairy operations, enhancing supply chain efficiency, and strengthening consumer engagement across urban and semi-urban markets. The resignation comes at a time when the company is navigating evolving consumer preferences, sustainability challenges, and competitive pressures in the dairy and food sectors.