Basic Materials
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) sees profit-taking after breakout, falls 5%
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) stock falls 5% intraday at ₹422.55, showing pressure after a recent breakout.
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) pulled back from breakout highs, falling 5% to ₹422.55 on the NSE on 14 Aug 2026. This retracement comes after the stock cleared its 6-month resistance level at ₹399, marking a significant breakout. Today’s move is likely due to profit-taking following this breakout. In the broader context, MIDHANI operates within the Basic Materials sector, specifically in steel production, and today’s pullback appears to be company-specific rather than a sector-wide trend.
Technical setup — trendlines & DMA
From a technical standpoint, MIDHANI’s current price is well above its 6-month support trendline, which ends at ₹379.48, indicating a robust support base. The stock has broken through its 6-month resistance trendline, which was at ₹398.65, signaling a bullish breakout. The 50-day moving average (DMA) is at ₹419.9, slightly below today’s price, while the 200-DMA is at ₹367.5, well below the current price, suggesting a strong upward trend. The stock is currently in the upper third of its 52-week range, indicating that a significant portion of its potential move may already be priced in.
Snapshot: ₹422.55 on 2026-08-14 (chart frozen at publication)
Fundamentals & business context
On the fundamental front, MIDHANI’s PE of 66.4, coupled with a profit margin of 10.9% and a revenue CAGR of 11.6%, suggests that the market may be pricing in future growth expectations despite current earnings. The 7.6% institutional ownership indicates a moderate level of confidence from sophisticated investors. There was no new NSE catalyst today, but the recent achievement of S400 approval from GEAerospace underscores MIDHANI’s technical capabilities and global standards compliance.
Algorithmic scorecard
The algorithmic scorecard reflects a technically strong but fundamentally weaker profile for MIDHANI. Two of the strongest signals are the bullish trend, indicated by the 50-DMA being above the 200-DMA, and the breakout above resistance levels, which suggests strong momentum. Conversely, the declining profit CAGR of -5.6% and the negligible dividend yield of 0.37% are areas of concern, indicating potential risks in sustained profitability and income generation for investors.
Company outlook
Management provided a positive outlook for the coming fiscal year, expecting a 15% increase in top line year-on-year and a corresponding 20% increase in bottom line. EBITDA margins are projected to be around 24% to 25%. The company anticipates a 10% to 15% reduction in opening inventories and good orders for ABHED bullet proof jackets. Additionally, the fastener plant is expected to contribute an order book of INR20 crores to INR30 crores per year. In terms of strategic plans, MIDHANI is planning a capex of around INR1,000 crores in the coming 3 years and expects to book about INR1,500 crores worth of orders in FY ’26-’27.
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ANURAS
Anupam Rasayan India Limited Completes Acquisition of Bliss GVS Pharma, Marks Third Strategic Step
Anupam Rasayan India Limited (ANURAS) completes acquisition of Bliss GVS Pharma, marking third strategic step towards building an integrated global pharma pl.
Anupam Rasayan India Limited (BSE: 543275, NSE: ANURAS), one of India’s leading custom synthesis and specialty chemical companies, has concluded the acquisition of a 48.2% controlling stake in Bliss GVS Pharma Limited at ₹299 per share, marking its third strategic inorganic transaction and expanding its presence into finished dosage formulations.
Strategic Milestone
The acquisition, undertaken through Mates Visa Consultancy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Anupam Rasayan, follows the definitive agreement signed on May 23, 2026, and the subsequent completion of the mandatory open offer process. With the acquisition now finalized, Bliss GVS Pharma becomes an integral part of Anupam Rasayan’s expanding portfolio of businesses across specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Financial and Operational Synergy
The transaction has been funded through a combination of a ₹300 crore term loan and approximately ₹1,450 crore raised through non-controlling, non-voting instruments from a group of financial investors led by Bain Capital and including Trust Group and Investec. The financing structure enables Anupam Rasayan to fund the acquisition while preserving balance-sheet capacity for future growth and expansion.
Future Growth Prospects
On the acquisition, Mr. Anand Desai, Managing Director of Anupam Rasayan India Ltd., said, “We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the acquisition of Bliss GVS Pharma. This transaction marks an important milestone in our long-term strategy to build a diversified, integrated and innovation-led global pharmaceutical platform. The acquisition strengthens our presence in finished pharmaceutical formulations and complements Anupam Rasayan’s expertise in key starting materials, intermediates and specialty chemicals.”
Source: NSE Corporate Announcement
Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Anupam Rasayan India Limited
Anupam Rasayan India Limited belongs to the Basic Materials › Specialty Chemicals sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.
Anupam moves sideways over three months, with neither buyers nor sellers taking control. Thin margins at 6.9% leave limited room for error — any demand softness or cost spike hits the bottom line hard. No meaningful dividend — total return is entirely dependent on capital appreciation. Sellers drive 1.8x the volume of buyers. Furthermore, they controlled 17 of recent sessions versus 13 for buyers — a clear distribution signal. Revenue grows at 14.1% yet the PEG reaches 99.00 — expensive for that growth. Furthermore, the stock drops 6.1% in three months. Neither value nor momentum supports this setup. It needs an earnings beat or a price reset first. Check Fundamentals of Anupam Rasayan India Limited.
Aluminum
National Aluminium Company Limited (nationalum) Announces Record Dividend Payment for FY 2025-26
National Aluminium Company Limited (NATIONALUM) pays ₹1,083.06 crore dividend to Government of India for FY 2025-26, marking highest-ever payout.
National Aluminium Company Limited (NATIONALUM) has made headlines today by announcing a record dividend payment of ₹1,083.06 crore to the Government of India for FY 2025-26. This marks the highest-ever dividend paid by the company, reflecting its robust financial performance for the year. The dividend cheque was handed over to Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Hon’ble Union Minister of Coal & Mines, Government of India, during an Investor Roadshow on Angul Aluminium Park held in Kolkata today.
Record-Breaking Dividend
The total dividend paid by NATIONALUM for FY 2025-26 amounts to ₹2,112.12 crore, which includes three interim dividends and a final dividend. This significant payout underscores the company’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders and the government. The robust performance in FY 2025-26 saw a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹5,815.76 crore, highlighting the company’s strong financial health and operational efficiency.
Strategic Investment Roadshow
The announcement came during an Investor Roadshow organized by NATIONALUM in association with Odisha Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (IDCO) at Angul Aluminium Park in Kolkata. The event aimed to showcase investment opportunities in downstream and value-added aluminium manufacturing. Shri Jagdish Arora, Director (P&T), NATIONALUM, welcomed the attendees and emphasized the investor-friendly ecosystem that supports employment generation and industrial growth.
As a result, the Angul Aluminium Park is poised to become a pivotal platform for establishing and expanding aluminium-based manufacturing operations, fostering innovation, and contributing to India’s vision of building a self-reliant and developed nation.
Source: NSE Corporate Announcement
Fundamental & Technical Analysis of National Aluminium Company Limited
National Aluminium Company Limited belongs to the Basic Materials › Aluminum sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.
National posts a 2.8% three-month gain, but softens in the last few weeks. The PEG of 0.16 is extremely low. Either the market misses the growth story, or there is a catch worth investigating. Industry-leading margins of 34.9% reflect exceptional pricing power and operational efficiency. The stock gives back 11.6% in the last month despite a positive three-month run. As a result, the earlier momentum appears to be fading. Revenue grows at 7.8% and profits at 59.3%. The business is in good shape. Moreover, a stock that does not move despite strong fundamentals often offers better value than one already priced for perfection. Check Fundamentals of National Aluminium Company Limited.
Basic Materials
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited Secures ₹481 Crore Air Separation Unit Contract
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited secures a ₹481 crore contract for a 1200 TPD Air Separation Unit from BHEL for its Coal to Ammonium Nitrate project.
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited (ELLEN) today announced securing a ₹481 crore contract for a 1200 TPD cryogenic Air Separation Unit (ASU) from Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. (BHEL) for its Coal to Ammonium Nitrate (2000TPD) project. This marks a significant milestone for ELLEN as it enters one of India’s largest long-term industrial gas opportunities under the National Coal Gasification Mission. The contract includes design, engineering, supply, erection, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, trial runs operation, operator training, demonstration of performance guarantees, supply of spares, and handing over, all on a turnkey basis. The project will be executed over eight quarters and is expected to be commissioned in FY29.
Strategic Project Under National Coal Gasification Mission
This contract is part of India’s broader push towards coal gasification, a strategic national initiative aimed at reducing import dependence while creating domestic production capacity for chemicals, fertilisers, and clean industrial feedstocks. The Government of India has outlined an ambitious vision of gasifying 100 million tonnes of coal annually by 2030, with coal gasification expected to support domestic production of ammonia, urea, methanol, hydrogen, and other downstream chemicals.
Significant Milestone for ELLEN
Commenting on the development, Varun Agarwal, Joint Managing Director of ELLEN, said: ‘This order represents an important strategic milestone for ELLEN as we strengthen our participation in India’s emerging coal gasification ecosystem. While this is a Build and Transfer project, it recognises our capability to deliver large-scale cryogenic Air Separation Units for complex industrial applications. As India’s coal gasification programme gathers momentum over the coming years, we believe our engineering expertise, execution track record, and deep experience in industrial gases position us well to participate in this long-term growth opportunity.’ This contract will be the largest plant built by ELLEN till date and takes the company into an exclusive list of companies having the capability of building plants of more than 1000 TPD.
Source: NSE Corporate Announcement
Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited
Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited belongs to the Basic Materials › Chemicals sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.
Ellenbarrie rises 35.6% over three months, with buying pressure holding steady. The PEG of 0.76 signals undervaluation relative to growth. It is a potential re-rating candidate. Industry-leading margins of 33.8% reflect exceptional pricing power and operational efficiency. Buyers show up with 2.2x the volume of sellers. Moreover, they dominated on 17 of recent sessions versus 13 for sellers — a healthy accumulation pattern. Both the business and the stock move in the right direction. Revenue grows at 16.9%, profits at 54.8%, and the PEG sits at 0.76 — below its growth rate. That combination is rare. Check Fundamentals of Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Limited.
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