Time: 2024-07-08
In the past week , the benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty both saw an increase of around 1.2 per cent and 1.3 per cent respectively . The Sensex hit a milestone by reaching the 80,000 mark for the first time ever , while the Nifty also reached an all - time high of 24,401 . All sectoral indices showed positive results except for the BSE Consumer Durables sector . The Nifty India Defence Index saw a significant jump of 13.7 per cent , with shares of companies like Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders and Cochin Shipyard showing impressive gains of 32.7 per cent and 28.1 per cent respectively.
Moving on to NBCC ( India ) Ltd , the company witnessed a 20 per cent increase in shares due to securing a work order for the supervision of an incubation center at the National Institute of Technology in Bihar . NBCC is a Navratna company engaged in project management consultancy , real estate , and engineering . The stock currently trades at a P / E ratio of 84.5 times . Another notable performer was Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd , with shares rising by 17.9 per cent . This increase was attributed to the company being the lowest bidder for a project with Central Railway and signing an MoU with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited for upcoming projects both in India and abroad.
Looking ahead , analysts predict continued bullish sentiment in the market , especially in sectors like defense , infrastructure , and construction . Companies like Solar Industries India Ltd , NBCC ( India ) Ltd , and Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd are expected to maintain their growth trajectory based on recent developments and project wins . Investors are advised to keep a close eye on these stocks for potential gains in the coming weeks . Additionally , with the overall market showing positive momentum , this could be a good time for investors to consider expanding their portfolios and exploring new opportunities in the stock market.