Despite U.S. rate cuts, IT sector growth remains subdued due to AI disruption, with midcap services firms offering better prospects. Aviation faces near-term pain from weak margins and operational challenges. The metals sector, however, shows promise with healthy consolidation and strong domestic demand, despite global vulnerabilities.
Astral shares drop 6% after demerger. What should investors do?
Astral shares fell nearly 6% on Monday after the company’s board approved the demerger of its chemicals business into a newly incorporated entity, Astral Chemie.
June 29, 2026