28-01-2026:

1) Reliance Industries & ONGC – Strategic MoU

27-01-2026 :

2)  Asian Paints – Stock Under Pressure

3) Marico – Strategic Acquisition with Strong Growth Potential

 

1) Reliance Industries & ONGC – Strategic MoU :

Reliance Industries and ONGC have jointly formed a strategic MoU during India Energy Week 2026.

Under this agreement, both companies will share offshore resources and collaborate across the production ecosystem. The objective is to improve operational efficiency, optimize resource utilization, and grow together through a shared energy ecosystem.

This collaboration is expected to strengthen offshore energy development and enhance long-term productivity for both companies.

2)  Asian Paints – Stock Under Pressure :

Asian Paints fell more than 4% over the last two days.
The primary reason is a cut in volume growth guidance. Earlier, the company had guided for 12% volume growth, but it has now revised the guidance down to 7.8%.

This downgrade disappointed the market, leading to selling pressure in the stock. As a result, investors reacted negatively and the stock witnessed a sharp decline.

3) Marico – Strategic Acquisition with Strong Growth Potential :

Marico has acquired a 93.3% stake in the 4700BC popcorn brand (associated with PVR–INOX) for ₹227 crore.

This is an interesting acquisition because 4700BC has shown rapid revenue growth:

• FY23: ₹43 crore

• FY24: ₹47 crore

• FY25: Nearly ₹100 crore

The brand generates revenue by selling popcorn, makhana, and nachos, and its strong sales momentum highlights scalable growth potential in the packaged snacking segment.