Jayant Acharya of JSW Steel discusses the company’s capacity expansion plans, stable pricing trends, inorganic growth opportunities, and overseas operations performance, emphasizing the focus on value-added products for business stability. Acharya says in the last quarter, 62% of sales was from value-added and specials and 61% for the year as a whole. In terms of absolute volume, it has grown substantially.
Gold demand in India seen falling as prices surge, investment buying rises
India’s gold consumption is projected to drop to 650–700 tonnes this year as a sharp price rally hurts jewellery demand. Investment buying remains strong, with