Mahindra Finance reported a 36% rise in consolidated net profit for the September quarter, achieving Rs 390 crore. Standalone net profit grew by 57%, totaling Rs 369 crore. Although vehicle finance slowed, the gross loan book grew by 20%. Stage-3 assets improved to 3.8% from 4.3% year-on-year.
European shares close at record high driven by defence stocks
European stocks hit a record high Friday, buoyed by defence and insurance sectors, ending the year on an optimistic note. The STOXX 600 index saw