Fall in provisions help ICICI Bank’s net profit in Q4 FY26
ICICI Bank’s net profit rose 9% to Rs 13,702 crore in March 2026, driven by stable loan growth and a significant drop in provisions. Total advances increased 16%, with strong contributions from business banking and rural portfolios. The bank maintained a healthy net interest margin and stable asset quality.
Network18 Q4 loss at Rs 29.61 crore, revenue up 9.7% to Rs 615.78 cr
Network18 Media & Investments reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 29.61 crore for the March quarter, despite a 9.7% rise in operational revenue to Rs 615.78 crore. The company highlighted strong performance in its TV news inventory and digital platforms, offsetting macro headwinds. Chairman Adil Zainulbhai expressed satisfaction with progress and diversification.
Dalal Street Week Ahead: Sector rotation signals a need for disciplined approach
Indian markets showed resilience, recovering from early dips to end the week higher. Despite a rebound, a strong resistance zone looms, suggesting the current uptrend might be a pullback within a broader consolidation. Investors are advised to adopt a cautious, stock-specific approach, focusing on protecting gains and avoiding aggressive rallies.
Bitcoin hits two-month high near $78,000 on easing tensions, technicals point to $84,000 on breakout
Bitcoin surged to a two-month peak near $78,000, buoyed by easing geopolitical tensions and investor confidence. Ethereum also saw gains, with major altcoins like XRP and BNB following suit. Analysts point to key resistance levels for Bitcoin and positive momentum for Ethereum, while regulatory developments and institutional inflows are fueling a healthy market expansion.
Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Gold Vs silver Vs gold stocks. Where should investors put their money this year?
Silver has significantly outperformed gold since last Akshaya Tritiya, delivering a remarkable 160% return compared to gold’s nearly 58.7%. While gold remains a stable store of value, silver’s demand from key industries fuels its rise, though with higher volatility. Gold jewellery stocks have also seen substantial gains, with domestic sales surging.
F&O Talk: Midcaps, smallcaps stage sharp comeback, trade above key moving averages. What’s the outlook?
Domestic markets closed higher on Friday, led by consumer and metal stocks, with Nifty and Sensex posting gains. Analyst Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities shared insights on Nifty and Bank Nifty’s outlook, highlighting broader market strength and key levels to watch for the upcoming week.
ICICI Bank Q4 Results: Net profit up 8.5% to Rs 13,702 crore, announces Rs 12 dividend
ICICI Bank announced a net profit of Rs 13,702 crore for the fourth quarter of FY26, an 8.5% year-on-year increase. The bank’s net interest income also rose by 8.4% to Rs 22,979 crore during the same period, reflecting strong financial performance.
HDFC Bank Q4 Results: Net profit rises 9% to Rs 19,221 crore; announces Rs 13 dividend for FY26
HDFC Bank announced a net profit of Rs 19,221 crore for the March quarter, a 9% rise year-on-year. This growth was achieved despite a slight 1.1% decrease in interest income, which stood at Rs 76,610 crore compared to Rs 77,460 crore in the prior year’s corresponding period.
Yes Bank Q4 Results: Net profit rises 45% to Rs 1,068 crore, NII up 16% YoY
Yes Bank has announced impressive Q4 results. The private lender’s net profit surged by 44.8% year-on-year. Net interest income also showed healthy growth. The bank’s net interest margin improved, driven by lower deposit costs. This performance marks a positive financial period for Yes Bank.