Optiemus Surges on OnePlus Deal; Defence Sector Eyes 15-17% Growth & More
- Share.Market
- 9 min read
- 18 Jun 2025
Highlights
Indian equity benchmarks, the Sensex and Nifty, ended at a low as the persistent Middle East tensions and anticipation of the Fed’s next move kept investors on edge and triggered profit booking across key sectors.
Headline Indices
Sectors at a Glance
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty Consumer DurablesNIFTY CONSR DURBL | +0.79%+290.35 | 36992.35 |
 Nifty Private BankNIFTY PVT BANK | +0.39%+109.20 | 27776.60 |
 Nifty AutoNIFTY AUTO | +0.37%+85.05 | 23312.35 |
Top Losers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty MetalNIFTY METAL | -0.72%-66.15 | 9158.25 |
 Nifty ITNIFTY IT | -0.83%-325.20 | 39030.90 |
 Nifty MediaNIFTY MEDIA | -1.27%-21.90 | 1701.50 |
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What moved the market?
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Broader Market Performance
INDIA VIX
Put Call Ratio of Nifty 50 (expiry: 19th Jun) is 0.63
What Made Headlines?
OPTIEMUSOnePlus partnered with Optiemus Electronics to locally manufacture premium IoT devices in India, strengthening domestic production capabilities and reinforcing the brand’s commitment to the Indian market through user-centric innovation.
Avenue Supermarts (DMart) has opened a new store at Ratan Mall, Agra (Uttar Pradesh) today. The total number of stores as of the date stands at 421.
DELHIVERYThe Competition Commission of India approved Delhivery’s ₹1,407 crore acquisition of at least 99.44% stake in logistics rival Ecom Express, marking major consolidation in India’s e-commerce delivery sector.
M&MMahindra & Mahindra received unconditional approval from the Competition Commission of India for acquiring a 58.96% stake in SML Isuzu Limited and making an open offer for an additional 26% stake at ₹1,554.60 per share.
What’s Happening Beyond Our Markets?
- Khadi and Village Industries Commission disbursed ₹300 crore subsidy to 11,480 beneficiaries under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme, supporting ₹906 crore loans for self-employment across India.
- India’s defence sector expects 15-17% revenue growth in FY26, driven by strong order execution and backlog. Government support for local production under Atmanirbhar Bharat is boosting domestic capabilities and exports with healthy margins, according to ICRA.
- India’s government borrowing is stable and under control despite the country’s economic growth. The government is managing its debt responsibly using various financial tools, ensuring long-term financial health while following fiscal rules.
- The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.25-4.50% for the fourth straight meeting in June 2025. Policymakers are being cautious while assessing the economic impact of President Trump’s new policies on tariffs and taxes.
- UK inflation dropped to 3.4% in May 2025 from 3.5% in April, driven by lower transport costs, including cheaper airfares and fuel prices. However, food prices and household goods saw increases, partially offsetting the decline.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day.
What Is a Merger?
When two companies decide they’re better together than apart, that’s a merger.
Think of it as two entities combining resources, teams, and operations to become one stronger company.
Why merge? Sometimes it’s about scale (bigger = better buying power), sometimes it’s about eliminating competition, and sometimes it’s about combining strengths.
Mergers can unlock value, reduce costs, and create market leaders, or sometimes create integration headaches.
What happens to your shares?
As a shareholder, you typically get shares in the new merged entity based on a predetermined ratio.
IPO Corner: Mainboard
Ongoing IPO
| Company | Date | Issue Price | Minimum Investment |
| Arisinfra Solutions | June 18, 2025 to June 20, 2025 | ₹210 to ₹222 per share | ₹14,070 |
Corporate Actions
| Stock | Ex-Date | Record Date | Event Type | Event Details |
| Bajaj Auto Ltd. | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹210.00 |
| Bank of India | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹4.05 |
| Greenlam Industries Ltd. | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹0.40 |
| HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd. | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹2.10 |
| Supreme Industries Ltd. | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹24.00 |
| Punjab National Bank | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹2.90 |
| Swastika Investmart Ltd. | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹0.60 |
| Tata Power Company Ltd. | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹2.25 |
| Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | 20 Jun 2025 | 20 Jun 2025 | Final Dividend | ₹6.00 |
Before You Go…
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We’ll be back tomorrow to cut through the noise, so you can focus on investing intelligently.
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