The IT sector delivered a mixed performance in Q1FY26, with large caps like Infosys leading in deal wins and Tech Mahindra reporting a 33.9% profit surge. Mid-tier firms such as Persistent Systems and Coforge outperformed with stronger sequential growth and better deal conversions.Margins remained under pressure due to higher costs and cautious client spending, though mid-tier players showed resilience with AI-led efficiencies. BFSI and Hi-Tech demand stayed stable, while retail and healthcare were sluggish. Here are the top picks from Axis Securities:
PNB Housing Finance Q4 profit surges 19% to Rs 656 crore with strong retail growth
PNB Housing Finance reported a 19% rise in Q4 net profit to Rs 656 crore. FY26 profit grew 18% to Rs 2,291 crore. The company