The Indian primary steel industry has witnessed a sharp rebound from the second half of fiscal 2021 despite the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. While the pandemic-related risks persist, sector analysts MANISH GUPTA & NAVEEN VAIDYANATHAN of CRISIL Ratings believe growth momentum for the steel industry could sustain in FY2022. This would help steel makers fortify balance sheets even as they continue to invest for future growth.
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Secondary steel sector to play key role in achieving NSP targets
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Cement Manufacturers’ Association (CMA) and trade unions sign a new wage pact
The Cement ManufacturersÂ’ Association (CMA) and Federation of major central trade unions (INTUC, AITUC, BMS, HMS, and CITU and LPF
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NLMK to invest Rs 10 billion in AURIC
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JSW Energy acquire JSPL power plant
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JSPL records domestic steel production of 1.23 MT in Q1 FY2019
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A Pioneer in Building Solutions
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Ambuja Cement Launches ” Ambuja Plus Cool Wall’s” in Raipur
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Steel shining!
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