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Shares of Waaree Energies fell nearly 6% to Rs 2,581.70 despite posting a strong Q1FY27 performance. Consolidated net profit rose 15.39% YoY to Rs 891.87 crore, while revenue jumped 79.22% to Rs 7,931.79 crore. A record order book of Rs 61,500 crore continues to bolster future visibility.

Private equity major Carlyle is preparing a $500 million IPO for Highway Roop Precision Technologies, appointing multiple investment banks as lead managers. The issue, largely an offer for sale, could value the company at $2 billion, as Carlyle looks to monetise its stake in the auto-components platform.

South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index has surged about 80% this year to record highs, yet its valuation has fallen to a historic low as corporate earnings, led by memory-chip giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, have outpaced the rally. Investors remain divided over whether the cheap valuations present a buying opportunity or reflect concerns over…