Lupin shares jumped 5% after reporting a 52% YoY rise in Q1 FY26 net profit to Rs 1,221 crore, driven by strong US and India sales. Revenue rose to Rs 6,164 crore. While Choice Broking upgraded the stock to ‘Buy’ with a Rs 2,375 target, Motilal Oswal maintained a ‘Neutral’ view citing limited upside despite earnings surprise.
US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years, keeping Fed hike in play
US inflation climbed to 4.1% in May, driven by rising energy prices, keeping the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike plans on the table for September.