Godfrey Phillips India shares are surging. Companies are raising cigarette prices to cover higher costs, in light of the new tobacco tax regime. The price hikes aim to reduce expected profit declines. Marlboro Compact prices have increased. ITC is also expected to raise prices. Retailers are selling existing stock at higher rates.
MSEDCL to get leaner before IPO, demerge agri biz by April; aims listing by end-2026
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company plans a major restructuring. The agriculture business will be separated by April. This move precedes a planned Initial Public Offering