Budget 2025, Feb. 1 -- Shares of fisheries stocks surged despite the overall weakness in the broader market on Saturday, February 1 . This positive momentum came after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made significant announcements aimed at boosting the fisheries sector in the Union Budget.

Mukka Proteins saw a remarkable intra-day surge of over 12 percent, reaching a high of Rs.41.08. Zeal Aqua also rallied, climbing 9.6 percent to reach Rs.13.70 at its day's high. Apex Frozen Foods and Waterbase followed suit, both rising by 8.4 percent, with shares closing at Rs.271.70 and Rs.75.40, respectively. Avanti Feeds also saw a notable jump, advancing by 7.7 percent to Rs.762, while Godrej Agrovet added 7.2 percent to Rs.782.

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