Market expert Anand Tandon sees Asian Paints turning a corner, with strong volume growth easing competition concerns. He’s bullish on domestic commodities like steel, though aluminium appears pricey. While defence boasts robust order books, execution remains a challenge, and valuations are high, suggesting global opportunities might be more attractive for new investments.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.