Metal companies’ performance in June 2025 quarter was influenced by raw material and product prices. Ferrous producers saw profit growth due to higher domestic prices and lower coking coal costs. Non-ferrous firms had muted results from weaker aluminium and zinc prices. Steelmakers benefited from falling coking coal costs and government safeguard duties.
Smallcaps cheaper but not cheap yet: Sonam Srivastava urges selective investing
Smallcap stocks have corrected sharply but are still not cheap, says Sonam Srivastava of Wright Research, urging investors to stay selective. She highlights opportunities in