Contrary to expectations of a double-digit increase, net profit at the maker of Dove soaps and Red Label teas climbed at a modest 8%. The operating profit margin was 23.6%, rising 40 basis points over the year-ago level.
Banks unlikely to reduce deposit rates despite RBI easing
Following the latest repo rate decrease, bankers foresee only slight adjustments to deposit rates. The landscape, characterized by sluggish savings yields and elevated credit-deposit ratios,