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Coal India and Bharat Coking Coal shares rose as coking coal named critical mineral, Govt move aims to cut import dependence and boost domestic steel sector supply, India's coal output hit a record 1,047.52 MT in FY25, boosting production-consumption ratio.

* Coal India and Bharat Coking Coal shares rose as coking coal named critical mineral
* Govt move aims to cut import dependence and boost domestic steel sector supply
* India's coal output hit a record 1,047.52 MT in FY25, boosting production-consumption ratio.

Coal India and Bharat Coking Coal shares surged after coking coal was designated a “Critical and Strategic Mineral,” aiming to reduce import dependence, boost domestic mining, and support India’s steel sector and energy needs.

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* Coal India and Bharat Coking Coal shares rose as coking coal named critical mineral
* Govt move aims to cut import dependence and boost domestic steel sector supply
* India's coal output hit a record 1,047.52 MT in FY25, boosting production-consumption ratio.

The shares of Coal India and Bharat Coking Coal sharply gained in trade on January 29 after the government designated coking coal as a 'Critical and Strategic Mineral' under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957.

The newly-listed shares of <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/coal/bharatcokingcoal/BCCL">Bharat Coking Coal</a> (BCCL) jumped nearly 5 percent to Rs 39 apiece in the afternoon trading hours of Thursday. <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/miningminerals/coalindia/CI11">Coal India</a> shares meanwhile gained around 3 percent to Rs 456.95 apiece.
<h3><strong>Govt designates coking coal as critical mineral:</strong></h3>
The Ministry of Coal is a press statement said that the decision was taken on the basis of the recommendations of the High-Level Committee on Implementation of Viksit Bharat Goals (HLC-VB) and policy inputs from NITI Aayog, recognising the “strategic role of coking coal in ensuring mineral security and meeting the requirements of the domestic steel sector”.

The ministry noted that India has approximately 37.37 billion tonnes of coking coal resources, largely located in Jharkhand, with additional reserves in Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal and Chhattisgarh. “Despite this domestic availability, imports of coking coal have increased from 51.20 million tonnes in 2020–21 to 57.58 million tonnes in 2024–25. Currently, around 95 %  of the coking coal requirement of the steel sector is met through imports, leading to significant foreign exchange outgo,” it added.

The inclusion of coking coal in the category will likely facilitate faster approvals, improve ease of doing business and accelerate exploration and mining activities, including of deep-seated deposits, the government said. “Mining of critical minerals is exempt from public consultation requirements and permits the utilisation of degraded forest land for compensatory afforestation, measures that are also expected to encourage greater private sector participation,” it added.

The amendment is expected to reduce India’s import dependence, strengthen supply-chain resilience for the steel sector, and support the objectives of the National Steel Policy, according to the ministry.
<h3><strong>What the Economic Survey said about coal:</strong></h3>
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Economic Survey in the Parliament earlier today. According to the survey, coal “remains crucial” as India has the fifth-largest coal reserves and is the second-largest consumer. Coal contributes 55 percent to the national energy mix and fuels over 74 percent of total power generation, it added.

The survey noted that India’s coal industry reached historic heights in FY25, producing 1,047.52 million tonnes (MT) of coal. This marked a 4.98 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase from the Rs 997.83 MT. “This represents the highest coal production the country has ever achieved, demonstrating the industry's impressive growth and importance to India's energy needs,” it added.

“Driven by this strong domestic output, imports registered a significant 7.9 per cent decline, falling from 264.53 MT in FY24 to 243.62 MT in FY25.15 Furthermore, the ratio of domestic production to consumption has also steadily improved over the past decade, as production growth has consistently outpaced consumption growth,” the Economic Survey further said.

Additionally, the survey noted that India’s steel industry faces critical dependence on imported Coking Coal. “To mitigate global supply risks, the Ministry of Coal launched Mission Coking Coal in 2022 with a view to significantly enhance domestic raw coking coal production to 140 MT by 2030,” it said.
<h3><strong>Coal stocks:</strong></h3>
Coal India shares hit a fresh 52-week high of Rs 456.95 apiece today. The stock has gained around 8 percent in one week, and 14 percent in one month.

Bharat Coking Coal shares made a stellar stock market debut on the exchanges earlier this month, listing with a premium of nearly 96 percent, following a massive subscription of 147 times between January 9-13 in the primary market.

Shares of Bharat Coking Coal Ltd were listed at Rs 45 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The stock has so far declined around 13 percent since listing.

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Coal India, BCCL shares rise up to 5% as govt designates coking coal as critical mineral

The shares of Coal India and Bharat Coking Coal sharply gained in trade on January 29 after the government designated coking coal as a 'Critical and Strategic Mineral' under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957.

The newly-listed shares of Bharat Coking Coal (BCCL) jumped nearly 5 percent to Rs 39 apiece in the afternoon trading hours of Thursday. Coal India shares meanwhile gained around 3 percent to Rs 456.95 apiece.
Govt designates coking coal as critical mineral:
The Ministry of Coal is a press statement said that the decision was taken on the basis of the recommendations of the High-Level Committee on Implementation of Viksit Bharat Goals (HLC-VB) and policy inputs from NITI Aayog, recognising the “strategic role of coking coal in ensuring mineral security and meeting the requirements of the domestic steel sector”.

The ministry noted that India has approximately 37.37 billion tonnes of coking coal resources, largely located in Jharkhand, with additional reserves in Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal and Chhattisgarh. “Despite this domestic availability, imports of coking coal have increased from 51.20 million tonnes in 2020–21 to 57.58 million tonnes in 2024–25. Currently, around 95 %  of the coking coal requirement of the steel sector is met through imports, leading to significant foreign exchange outgo,” it added.

The inclusion of coking coal in the category will likely facilitate faster approvals, improve ease of doing business and accelerate exploration and mining activities, including of deep-seated deposits, the government said. “Mining of critical minerals is exempt from public consultation requirements and permits the utilisation of degraded forest land for compensatory afforestation, measures that are also expected to encourage greater private sector participation,” it added.

The amendment is expected to reduce India’s import dependence, strengthen supply-chain resilience for the steel sector, and support the objectives of the National Steel Policy, according to the ministry.
What the Economic Survey said about coal:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Economic Survey in the Parliament earlier today. According to the survey, coal “remains crucial” as India has the fifth-largest coal reserves and is the second-largest consumer. Coal contributes 55 percent to the national energy mix and fuels over 74 percent of total power generation, it added.

The survey noted that India’s coal industry reached historic heights in FY25, producing 1,047.52 million tonnes (MT) of coal. This marked a 4.98 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase from the Rs 997.83 MT. “This represents the highest coal production the country has ever achieved, demonstrating the industry's impressive growth and importance to India's energy needs,” it added.

“Driven by this strong domestic output, imports registered a significant 7.9 per cent decline, falling from 264.53 MT in FY24 to 243.62 MT in FY25.15 Furthermore, the ratio of domestic production to consumption has also steadily improved over the past decade, as production growth has consistently outpaced consumption growth,” the Economic Survey further said.

Additionally, the survey noted that India’s steel industry faces critical dependence on imported Coking Coal. “To mitigate global supply risks, the Ministry of Coal launched Mission Coking Coal in 2022 with a view to significantly enhance domestic raw coking coal production to 140 MT by 2030,” it said.
Coal stocks:
Coal India shares hit a fresh 52-week high of Rs 456.95 apiece today. The stock has gained around 8 percent in one week, and 14 percent in one month.

Bharat Coking Coal shares made a stellar stock market debut on the exchanges earlier this month, listing with a premium of nearly 96 percent, following a massive subscription of 147 times between January 9-13 in the primary market.

Shares of Bharat Coking Coal Ltd were listed at Rs 45 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The stock has so far declined around 13 percent since listing.

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BEL shares fell over 3 percent despite strong Q3 profit and revenue growth., Brokerages split on BEL outlook with target prices ranging from Rs 390 to Rs 556., Nifty Defence index fell 2% after recent rally and profit booking.

* BEL shares fell over 3 percent despite strong Q3 profit and revenue growth.
* Brokerages split on BEL outlook with target prices ranging from Rs 390 to Rs 556.
* Nifty Defence index fell 2% after recent rally and profit booking.

Bharat Electronics shares fell over 3% amid profit booking despite strong Q3 results. Brokerages gave mixed ratings, citing execution and order backlog as key factors. The Nifty Defence index also dropped after recent gains linked to an India-EU defence pact.

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* BEL shares fell over 3 percent despite strong Q3 profit and revenue growth.
* Brokerages split on BEL outlook with target prices ranging from Rs 390 to Rs 556.
* Nifty Defence index fell 2% after recent rally and profit booking.

Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) shares fell over 3 percent on Thursday amid profit booking, despite the company reporting strong December quarter results. The stock touched an intraday low of Rs 438.25.

The defence PSU on Wednesday reported a 20.4 percent rise in consolidated net profit for the December quarter, while revenue from operations grew nearly 24 percent year-on-year.

<a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/aerospacedefence/bharatelectronics/BE03">BEL</a> shares have gained 36.3 per cent so far in 2025 and are up about 13 per cent in January.

Brokerage firm CLSA maintained an ‘outperform’ rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 453, noting that third-quarter execution was better than expected. However, it said much of the optimism is already priced in, adding that near-term stock movement will depend on execution of the company’s large order backlog amid lumpy order inflows.

Kotak Institutional Equities reiterated its ‘sell’ rating with a target price of Rs 390, citing limited upside after the recent rally and an unfavourable risk-reward profile at current levels.

JP Morgan, which has an ‘overweight’ rating on BEL with a target price of Rs 556, said the company’s earnings beat estimates but cautioned that margins may normalise. It added that growth will hinge on operating leverage and timely execution of orders.

BEL is a constituent of the benchmark Nifty 50 index. The sharp decline in the stock also weighed on other defence stocks.

The Nifty Defence index, which had risen for two consecutive sessions, snapped its rally and fell up to 2 percent on Thursday amid profit booking.

Defence stocks had rallied over the past two sessions after India and the European Union concluded a defence and security agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation in areas such as counter-terrorism, the Indo-Pacific and joint development of military hardware.

The<a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/bel-beml-other-defence-shares-rise-up-to-12-nifty-defence-index-soars-5-here-are-three-likely-reasons-13794883.html" target="_blank"> pact was finalised at the India-EU summit </a>between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, along with European Council President Antonio Costa. Officials said the agreement is expected to improve interoperability in the defence sector and create opportunities for Indian companies under the EU’s Security Action for Europe programme.

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BEL shares decline up to 3% amid rich valuations despite strong Q3; profit booking pulls defence index 2% lower

Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) shares fell over 3 percent on Thursday amid profit booking, despite the company reporting strong December quarter results. The stock touched an intraday low of Rs 438.25.

The defence PSU on Wednesday reported a 20.4 percent rise in consolidated net profit for the December quarter, while revenue from operations grew nearly 24 percent year-on-year.

BEL shares have gained 36.3 per cent so far in 2025 and are up about 13 per cent in January.

Brokerage firm CLSA maintained an ‘outperform’ rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 453, noting that third-quarter execution was better than expected. However, it said much of the optimism is already priced in, adding that near-term stock movement will depend on execution of the company’s large order backlog amid lumpy order inflows.

Kotak Institutional Equities reiterated its ‘sell’ rating with a target price of Rs 390, citing limited upside after the recent rally and an unfavourable risk-reward profile at current levels.

JP Morgan, which has an ‘overweight’ rating on BEL with a target price of Rs 556, said the company’s earnings beat estimates but cautioned that margins may normalise. It added that growth will hinge on operating leverage and timely execution of orders.

BEL is a constituent of the benchmark Nifty 50 index. The sharp decline in the stock also weighed on other defence stocks.

The Nifty Defence index, which had risen for two consecutive sessions, snapped its rally and fell up to 2 percent on Thursday amid profit booking.

Defence stocks had rallied over the past two sessions after India and the European Union concluded a defence and security agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation in areas such as counter-terrorism, the Indo-Pacific and joint development of military hardware.

The pact was finalised at the India-EU summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, along with European Council President Antonio Costa. Officials said the agreement is expected to improve interoperability in the defence sector and create opportunities for Indian companies under the EU’s Security Action for Europe programme.

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Nifty Bank index crossed 60,000, gaining 0.8 percent after sustained buying, Axis Bank and AU Small Finance Bank led gains, rising over 3 percent each, Volatility expected ahead of Union Budget; index may consolidate near 60,400

* Nifty Bank index crossed 60,000, gaining 0.8 percent after sustained buying
* Axis Bank and AU Small Finance Bank led gains, rising over 3 percent each
* Volatility expected ahead of Union Budget; index may consolidate near 60,400

Nifty Bank index rose 0.8% to cross 60,000, led by gains in Axis Bank and AU Small Finance Bank. Analysts see support at 59,400 and resistance at 60,000. Volatility may persist ahead of the Union Budget, with consolidation expected in the near term.

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* Nifty Bank index crossed 60,000, gaining 0.8 percent after sustained buying
* Axis Bank and AU Small Finance Bank led gains, rising over 3 percent each
* Volatility expected ahead of Union Budget; index may consolidate near 60,400

The Nifty Bank index crossed the key psychological mark and an important resistance level of 60,000 after six sessions on January 29 as sustained buying interest in public and private ban stocks pushed the index higher.

The index gained around 0.8 percent (461.9 points) to 60,060.70. This marks a recovery of over 1.2 percent (722 points) from its day’s low of 59,339. <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/indian-indices/NIFTY-BANK-23.html">Nifty Bank</a> is now on track to record its third consecutive session of gains.

<a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/banks-private-sector/axisbank/AB16">Axis Bank</a> shares were the top gainers on the index, rising more than 3 percent to trade at Rs 1,363.30 apiece. AU Small Finance Bank shares meanwhile gained around 3 percent.

ICICI Bank, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank (PNB) shares rose around 1 percent, while <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/banks-public-sector/statebankindia/SBI">State Bank of India</a> (SBI), <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/banks-private-sector/hdfcbank/HDF01">HDFC Bank</a>, IDFC First Bank and <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/banks-private-sector/kotakmahindrabank/KMB">Kotak Mahindra Bank</a> shares were trading in the green with marginal gains.

<a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/banks-private-sector/indusindbank/IIB">IndusInd Bank</a>, Yes Bank, Bank of Baroda, Union Bank of India and Canara Bank shares bucked the trend to trade in the red.
<h3><strong>Technical view on Bank Nifty:</strong></h3>
Immediate resistance is placed at 59,900–60,000, while strong support is seen in the 59,300–59,400 zone, said Hitesh Tailor, Research Analyst at Choice Broking.

Immediate resistance is placed at 59,700; a decisive move above this level could further improve sentiment in the banking space, said Rupak De, Senior Technical Analyst at LKP Securities. The analyst sees the index finding support at 59,400 and 59,000.

"Volatility is likely to stay elevated in the coming sessions due to the Union Budget on February 1, 2026, and uncertain global cues. Index in the short term is likely to consolidate in the range of 60,400-58,500. Only a move above the recent high of 60,400 will open further upside towards the 61,500 levels. Key support...is placed at 58,000-57,500 levels, being the confluence of the 100-day EMA and the major breakout area. The daily stochastic has generated a buy signal moving above its nine-period average, thus validating positive bias," said Bajaj Broking.

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Bank Nifty crosses 60,000 amid sharp intraday recovery as Axis Bank, AU SFB shares rise up to 3%: Check key trading levels

The Nifty Bank index crossed the key psychological mark and an important resistance level of 60,000 after six sessions on January 29 as sustained buying interest in public and private ban stocks pushed the index higher.

The index gained around 0.8 percent (461.9 points) to 60,060.70. This marks a recovery of over 1.2 percent (722 points) from its day’s low of 59,339. Nifty Bank is now on track to record its third consecutive session of gains.

Axis Bank shares were the top gainers on the index, rising more than 3 percent to trade at Rs 1,363.30 apiece. AU Small Finance Bank shares meanwhile gained around 3 percent.

ICICI Bank, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank (PNB) shares rose around 1 percent, while State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, IDFC First Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank shares were trading in the green with marginal gains.

IndusInd Bank, Yes Bank, Bank of Baroda, Union Bank of India and Canara Bank shares bucked the trend to trade in the red.
Technical view on Bank Nifty:
Immediate resistance is placed at 59,900–60,000, while strong support is seen in the 59,300–59,400 zone, said Hitesh Tailor, Research Analyst at Choice Broking.

Immediate resistance is placed at 59,700; a decisive move above this level could further improve sentiment in the banking space, said Rupak De, Senior Technical Analyst at LKP Securities. The analyst sees the index finding support at 59,400 and 59,000.

&quot;Volatility is likely to stay elevated in the coming sessions due to the Union Budget on February 1, 2026, and uncertain global cues. Index in the short term is likely to consolidate in the range of 60,400-58,500. Only a move above the recent high of 60,400 will open further upside towards the 61,500 levels. Key support...is placed at 58,000-57,500 levels, being the confluence of the 100-day EMA and the major breakout area. The daily stochastic has generated a buy signal moving above its nine-period average, thus validating positive bias,&quot; said Bajaj Broking.

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IT stocks fell up to 3 percent as investors booked profits after recent gains., Nifty IT index dropped 1.5 percent, erasing gains from previous two sessions., US Fed's rate decision and weak dollar contributed to sector's decline.

* IT stocks fell up to 3 percent as investors booked profits after recent gains.
* Nifty IT index dropped 1.5 percent, erasing gains from previous two sessions.
* US Fed's rate decision and weak dollar contributed to sector's decline.

Indian IT stocks fell up to 3% after profit booking and the US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates. The Nifty IT index dropped 1.5%, with all constituents in the red. A weaker US dollar also weighed on export-oriented IT firms’ earnings.

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* IT stocks fell up to 3 percent as investors booked profits after recent gains.
* Nifty IT index dropped 1.5 percent, erasing gains from previous two sessions.
* US Fed's rate decision and weak dollar contributed to sector's decline.

IT shares declined up to 3 percent on Thursday after two sessions of gains, as investors booked profits across the sector. Stocks such as Persistent Systems, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and HCL Technologies led the losses amid selling pressure.

The Nifty IT index, which had risen 1.2 percent over the previous two sessions, gave up those gains and fell 1.5 percent in trade.
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Key factors behind the decline</strong></span></h3>
<strong>1) US Federal Reserve decision: </strong>The fall came after the US Federal Reserve held interest rates, in line with expectations, citing elevated inflation and resilient economic growth. Markets are not pricing in another rate cut until the June policy meeting. Higher US interest rates tend to support the dollar and Treasury yields, making emerging markets such as India relatively less attractive for foreign investors.

"The Fed decision is likely to lead to short-term challenges in US rate-sensitive sectors. Globally, this may lead to a slight market decline as investors adjust to the expectation of no immediate rate cuts," said Rajesh Palviya, Head of Research at Axis Securities.

The Indian IT sector, valued at about USD 283 billion, derives a significant portion of its revenue from the United States, making developments in the world’s largest economy critical for the industry.

<strong>2) Profit booking: </strong>After the recent rally, profit booking was seen across IT stocks, leading the Nifty IT index to surrender all its gains from the past two sessions.

Shares of <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/computers-software/tataconsultancyservices/TCS">TCS</a> declined more than 2 percent, while <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/computers-software/persistentsystems/PS15">Persistent Systems</a> emerged as the biggest laggard, falling up to 3 percent. Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Infosys and HCL Technologies were down up to 1 percent. All ten constituents of the Nifty IT index were trading in the red.

<strong>3) Weak US dollar: </strong>The US dollar extended its losses this week, slipping to a four-year low against a basket of currencies. A weaker dollar can weigh on Indian IT companies as it reduces the value of dollar-denominated revenues when converted into rupees, impacting earnings visibility for export-oriented firms.

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IT shares decline up to 3% on profit booking after 2-day rise, Persistent Systems, TCS, HCLTech lead losses; here are likely triggers

IT shares declined up to 3 percent on Thursday after two sessions of gains, as investors booked profits across the sector. Stocks such as Persistent Systems, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and HCL Technologies led the losses amid selling pressure.

The Nifty IT index, which had risen 1.2 percent over the previous two sessions, gave up those gains and fell 1.5 percent in trade.
Key factors behind the decline
1) US Federal Reserve decision: The fall came after the US Federal Reserve held interest rates, in line with expectations, citing elevated inflation and resilient economic growth. Markets are not pricing in another rate cut until the June policy meeting. Higher US interest rates tend to support the dollar and Treasury yields, making emerging markets such as India relatively less attractive for foreign investors.

&quot;The Fed decision is likely to lead to short-term challenges in US rate-sensitive sectors. Globally, this may lead to a slight market decline as investors adjust to the expectation of no immediate rate cuts,&quot; said Rajesh Palviya, Head of Research at Axis Securities.

The Indian IT sector, valued at about USD 283 billion, derives a significant portion of its revenue from the United States, making developments in the world’s largest economy critical for the industry.

2) Profit booking: After the recent rally, profit booking was seen across IT stocks, leading the Nifty IT index to surrender all its gains from the past two sessions.

Shares of TCS declined more than 2 percent, while Persistent Systems emerged as the biggest laggard, falling up to 3 percent. Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Infosys and HCL Technologies were down up to 1 percent. All ten constituents of the Nifty IT index were trading in the red.

3) Weak US dollar: The US dollar extended its losses this week, slipping to a four-year low against a basket of currencies. A weaker dollar can weigh on Indian IT companies as it reduces the value of dollar-denominated revenues when converted into rupees, impacting earnings visibility for export-oriented firms.

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ITC shares dipped 0.8% ahead of Q3 results, impacted by cigarette tax hike, Tata Motors dropped 1.2% pre-Q3 results, despite 18% commercial vehicle sales rise., Both companies face mixed analyst ratings and recent stock volatility

* ITC shares dipped 0.8% ahead of Q3 results, impacted by cigarette tax hike
* Tata Motors dropped 1.2% pre-Q3 results, despite 18% commercial vehicle sales rise.
* Both companies face mixed analyst ratings and recent stock volatility

ITC shares fell 0.8% ahead of Q3 results, impacted by cigarette tax hikes and broker downgrades. Tata Motors dropped 1.2% before results, despite strong commercial vehicle sales and GST cuts; a one-time charge from new labor codes may affect profits.

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* ITC shares dipped 0.8% ahead of Q3 results, impacted by cigarette tax hike
* Tata Motors dropped 1.2% pre-Q3 results, despite 18% commercial vehicle sales rise.
* Both companies face mixed analyst ratings and recent stock volatility

ITC shares fell marginally on January 29 ahead of December quarter results scheduled to be announced later in the day while shares of India's top commercial vehicle maker Tata Motors also declined ahead of Q3 results.
<h3><strong>ITC dips ahead of Q3 results:</strong></h3>
Shares of consumer goods maker <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/diversified/itc/ITC">ITC</a> dipped 0.8% to Rs 318.7 apiece ahead of Q3 results on January 29.

At least six brokerages downgraded company's shares earlier in January after government's new tax on cigarettes - its biggest segment - was seen hitting earnings growth.

Nirmal Bang Equities gave a "hold" rating on the stock and slashed price target to Rs 335 from Rs 495 and expects 5% YoY rise in quarterly profit; cigarette excise duty hike expected to weigh on near-term cigarette vols, resulting in lower target multiples compared to the past.

PhillipCapital gave a "buy" rating for the stock and target price of Rs 480 and expects 8% growth in company's revenue, supported by FMCG business's 7-8% growth, with some impact from GST-linked channel disruption

The company posted 7.1% rise in Q2 revenue, supported by solid growth in its cigarettes and packed goods businesses.

ITC stock dropped 12% in 2025 and the stock has been down 20% so far in January.
<h3><strong>Tata Motors slips ahead of results:</strong></h3>
Shares of India's top commercial vehicle maker <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/automobile-truckslcvs/tatamotors/TML02">Tata Motors</a> fell 1.2% to Rs 462.5 apiece ahead of December quarter results on January 29.

Sales of commercial vehicles in India rose 22% across all segments during the December quarter, with those of Tata Motors rising 18% after the government cut taxes on commercial vehicles to 18% from 28%

Tata Motors split from the group's passenger vehicles arm in October and made its trading debut as a separate entity in November

Nomura said clear improvement in fleet operator economics, driven by lower GST cuts and better freight rates, will lead to higher profitability

The company is expected to take a hit from a one-time charge due to new labour codes implemented in November last year.

The shares rose 38% since their listing on November 12, 2025, at Rs 335 apiece.

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ITC shares fall marginally, Tata Motors down 1% ahead of Q3 results today: Here's what brokerages expect

ITC shares fell marginally on January 29 ahead of December quarter results scheduled to be announced later in the day while shares of India's top commercial vehicle maker Tata Motors also declined ahead of Q3 results.
ITC dips ahead of Q3 results:
Shares of consumer goods maker ITC dipped 0.8% to Rs 318.7 apiece ahead of Q3 results on January 29.

At least six brokerages downgraded company's shares earlier in January after government's new tax on cigarettes - its biggest segment - was seen hitting earnings growth.

Nirmal Bang Equities gave a &quot;hold&quot; rating on the stock and slashed price target to Rs 335 from Rs 495 and expects 5% YoY rise in quarterly profit; cigarette excise duty hike expected to weigh on near-term cigarette vols, resulting in lower target multiples compared to the past.

PhillipCapital gave a &quot;buy&quot; rating for the stock and target price of Rs 480 and expects 8% growth in company's revenue, supported by FMCG business's 7-8% growth, with some impact from GST-linked channel disruption

The company posted 7.1% rise in Q2 revenue, supported by solid growth in its cigarettes and packed goods businesses.

ITC stock dropped 12% in 2025 and the stock has been down 20% so far in January.
Tata Motors slips ahead of results:
Shares of India's top commercial vehicle maker Tata Motors fell 1.2% to Rs 462.5 apiece ahead of December quarter results on January 29.

Sales of commercial vehicles in India rose 22% across all segments during the December quarter, with those of Tata Motors rising 18% after the government cut taxes on commercial vehicles to 18% from 28%

Tata Motors split from the group's passenger vehicles arm in October and made its trading debut as a separate entity in November

Nomura said clear improvement in fleet operator economics, driven by lower GST cuts and better freight rates, will lead to higher profitability

The company is expected to take a hit from a one-time charge due to new labour codes implemented in November last year.

The shares rose 38% since their listing on November 12, 2025, at Rs 335 apiece.

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