Fertilizer and agrochemical stocks surged, fueled by robust Q1 results from companies like Paradeep Phosphates and Mangalore Chemicals & Fertilisers. A resurgence in demand post-COVID and promising monsoon forecasts, exceeding normal levels by 6%, further bolstered investor confidence. Several companies have witnessed substantial gains in recent months, driven by import replacement opportunities.
US Stocks: Nasdaq, S&P end lower as tech megacap declines outweigh upbeat chip outlook
Indian markets saw a mixed close on Thursday. While the Nasdaq and S&P dipped due to Big Tech’s AI spending concerns, the Dow edged higher.