Shares of Paradeep Phosphates soared 17.5% on Tuesday to touch a new 52-week high of Rs 234.05 on the BSE, after the company reported a strong set of earnings for the quarter ended June 2025 (Q1 FY26).

Aditya Infotech’s Rs 1,300 crore IPO opened on July 29 with 78% overall subscription, led by strong retail demand. The grey market premium indicates a likely 38.5% listing gain. Despite strong growth and partnerships, analysts advise caution due to high valuation and moderate return ratios.

Zen Technologies shares declined following Q1 results, revealing a drop in order backlog and concerns about future growth. Despite management s optimism for increased order inflows and potential exports, brokerage firms have downgraded ratings due to anticipated earnings slowdown. While some maintain a Buy rating citing strong fundamentals and growth potential, others adopt a more cautious Hold stance amid order delays.

Tata Steel is projected to announce a significant year-on-year increase in Q1FY26 profitability, driven by improved margins in its India business due to higher steel prices and lower coking coal costs. While revenue growth is expected to be modest, losses from European operations are anticipated to decrease because of cost optimization measures, particularly in the Netherlands.

Markets are range-bound due to weak earnings, global trade tensions, and a lack of sectoral leadership. The India-UK FTA offers opportunities for textiles, leather, and pharma, but the US remains a key pharma market. Nifty s 25,000 mark is crucial; holding it could lead to consolidation, while falling below may trigger selling pressure.

Aaradhya Disposal Industries is set to launch its IPO on August 4, aiming to raise Rs 45.10 crore and list on NSE Emerge. The IPO, priced at Rs 110-Rs 116 per share, includes a fresh issue of 38,88,000 equity shares. The proceeds will fund working capital, capital expenditure, and debt prepayment, supporting their eco-friendly paper product manufacturing.

Market expert Neeraj Dewan shares insights on current market dynamics. He notes mixed earnings, especially in IT and banking sectors. Delay in US tariff settlement and concerns about Russian oil impact market sentiment. Dewan highlights positive domestic factors like good monsoons and improving liquidity. He suggests banking, infrastructure, and capital goods sectors show promise.

Japan s Nikkei experienced a third consecutive day of losses, dropping 0.79% to 40,674.55, as corporate outlook concerns triggered profit-taking. Investors are cautious amid the earnings season and the potential impact of a 15% tariff on exports to the U.S. Chip-related stocks led the decline, while Nomura Research bucked the trend with a rise in quarterly net profit.

India is accelerating its nuclear energy ambitions to meet rising power demand and emission goals. With indigenous technology, new fuel strategies, and public-sector partnerships, it targets 100 GW capacity by 2047. Despite challenges, nuclear power is seen as vital for clean, stable, and secure energy.

Ahead of its IPO, Shanti Gold International raised Rs 108 crore from anchor investors, including Societe Generale, Wealthwave Capital Fund, and Rajasthan Global Securities. The IPO is a complete fresh issue of 1.81 crore equity shares, aiming to raise Rs 360.11 crore.