June quarter results show mixed performance across sectors. Automobiles, banking, and IT faced demand challenges. Cement, metals, and pharma saw gains. Mahindra and Mahindra excelled in automobiles. Public sector banks maintained asset quality. Ultratech reduced production costs. Infosys and HCL Technologies revised revenue guidance. Reliance Industries reported strong operating profit. Sector performance varied due to diverse economic factors.
India, France near deal on tax treaty, to lower levy on dividends paid to French parent companies
India and France are nearing a revised tax treaty that will reduce dividend taxes for French parent companies holding over 10% stakes to 5%, while