High gold prices significantly impacted Akshaya Tritiya sales, with volume declining by an estimated 30% nationwide. While overall gold sales volume decreased, value increased by 15-20% due to soaring prices, reaching ₹98,469 per 10 grams with GST. South India showed stronger demand, particularly for plain gold and diamond jewellery, contrasting with muted demand in other regions.
Fall in provisions help ICICI Bank’s net profit in Q4 FY26
ICICI Bank’s net profit rose 9% to Rs 13,702 crore in March 2026, driven by stable loan growth and a significant drop in provisions. Total