Agro-pesticide stocks have surged recently due to rural demand, stable pricing, and strong earnings. While NACL Industries led gains, analysts caution that this rapid growth may not be sustainable. Factors like favorable monsoons and higher MSPs have boosted demand, but investors should monitor rainfall, China’s policies, and raw material costs. Rallis India and Sharda Cropchem are considered safer long-term investments.
Gold edges higher as investors assess Fed rate-hike odds
In early Asian trading, gold prices saw a modest uptick as speculation swirled regarding the Federal Reserve’s policy stance. Investors are closely watching remarks from
October 19, 2026