Defence stocks surge 50% in a month. ‘Operation Sindoor’ type tactical buy or overkill?
Following the successful ‘Operation Sindoor,’ Indian defence stocks have surged, attracting significant investor attention. Experts advise caution against impulsive buying, emphasizing a strategic approach due to potentially inflated valuations after the recent rally. Mutual funds increased holdings in several defence stocks, indicating long-term confidence, while FIIs also raised their stakes in specific companies.
MRF shares settle 4% higher after Q4 profit jumps 31%, dividend at Rs 229/sh
MRF Ltd’s shares surged after reporting a 31% year-on-year increase in Q4 net profit, reaching Rs 498 crore. The company’s revenue from operations also rose by 12% to Rs 6,944 crore. Alongside these strong results, MRF announced a final dividend of Rs 229 per share, bringing the total dividend for FY25 to Rs 235 per […]
Gokaldas Exports, KPR Mill, other textile stocks rally up to 19% on optimism of zero-tariff access to UK market
Gokaldas Exports led the rally, jumping 18.8% to ₹1,013 on the BSE. KPR Mill rose 10.1% to ₹1,122.05, and Arvind Ltd gained 5.8% to ₹387. The rally was fueled by optimism that zero-duty access to the UK market will boost Indian textile exports and enhance competitiveness against countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam.
Simple Energy plans IPO by FY27, aims to raise Rs 3,000 cr
Simple Energy, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer, is planning an IPO by FY27 to raise ₹3,000 crore for market expansion, a new manufacturing unit, and R&D. The company aims to increase its touchpoints from 15 to 500 in the next two years and targets ₹800 crore in revenue in FY26.
HUDCO Q4 Results: PAT rises 4% YoY at Rs 728 crore, revenue jumps 38%
HUDCO reported a 4% YoY rise in Q4FY25 net profit to Rs 728 crore, with revenue surging 38% to Rs 2,845 crore. Full-year PAT rose 28% to Rs 2,709 crore. Loan sanctions and disbursements jumped sharply, while interest income and yields improved. Despite strong numbers, shares fell 3.5% after results were announced during market hours.
MRF Q4 Results: Co announces dividend of Rs 229 per share as PAT jumps 31% YoY
Tyre major MRF Ltd declared a final dividend of Rs 229 per share for FY25, taking the total payout to Rs 235. Q4 results showed a 31% YoY jump in net profit to Rs 498 crore and a 12% rise in revenue to Rs 6,944 crore. EBITDA rose 18%, with margins at 15%.
Don’t chase defence stocks on sentiment; focus on fundamentals and export potential: Ashish Gupta
There are the few companies that will probably benefit from higher defence spending in India and globally and there we see larger upside, but I would not kind of say that it is a broad rush approach that you should take towards the sector.
Operation Sindoor aftermath: Nilesh Shah on 3 factors driving market trajectory
Kotak AMC’s Nilesh Shah notes that global support and potential US warnings have eased market concerns following geopolitical tensions. Strong FPI inflows, returning sooner than expected, and robust domestic flows are driving the market’s upward trend. The Indo-UK FTA, which opens up UK export markets, further boosts market confidence, overshadowing potential worries.
BSE, NSE restrict access to websites for overseas users: Reports
National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange have limited website access for international users. This action does not affect trading by overseas investors. BSE monitors cyber threats at home and abroad. As a safety measure, BSE blocks certain websites and locations. This protects users and systems from potential cyber risks. The exchanges are taking proactive […]
Paytm shares rally over 5% after Q4 loss narrows
Paytm’s parent company, One97 Communications, saw shares rise after reporting a narrower consolidated net loss of Rs 540 crore for Q4FY25, despite exceptional items. Revenue declined 16% year-on-year but increased sequentially. The company anticipates potential policy clarity around merchant discount rates on UPI, which could offer incremental monetization opportunities.