Mutual fund managers adopted a cautious stance in November as benchmark indices reached all-time highs while the broader market lagged. Top sector picks included private banks and NBFCs, with fund houses adding stocks like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Shriram Finance. IT blue chips such as Infosys and TCS also attracted buying interest.
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.