Despite calm headline indices, underlying market weakness is evident as the Advance-Decline Ratio hit a 10-month low in November, further declining in December. This indicates a shift towards caution, with investors favoring large-cap stocks over mid and small-caps, signaling growing strain beneath the surface.
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.