ITC has paid dividends worth Rs 90 per share since 2020. Should you buy?
ITC has announced a final payout of Rs 8 per share for FY26, taking its total distribution since 2020 to Rs 90.5 per share. The FMCG giant has issued 32 payouts since 2001 and currently offers a 4.71% yield, with the latest payout subject to AGM approval.
MTAR Tech shares soar 24% in just three sessions. What’s triggering this renewed buying spree?
MTAR Technologies shares jumped, extending a three-day rally to 24%, after the company secured a Rs 467.3 crore order from an international client. The firm said the deal is part of ongoing business with an existing customer, though the client’s name remains undisclosed due to confidentiality.
Paytm shares drop 4% after SAIF Partners, others likely sell stake worth Rs 960 crore
Shares of One 97 Communications, the parent of Paytm, fell sharply on Friday after existing investors, including SAIF Partners and Elevation Capital, likely sold shares worth Rs 960 crore. Around 86 lakh shares changed hands in a large block deal, pressuring the stock despite broader market gains.
Rahul Shah bullish on pharma, sees Sun Pharma and Aurobindo as key large-cap plays
Indian equity markets show a mixed but improving consumption trend, with selective FMCG and premium retail outperforming. Page Industries is highlighted as a strong recovery story, while Nykaa and Honasa are viewed cautiously. The pharma sector continues its outperformance, with Sun Pharma and Aurobindo Pharma looking attractive.
RCF shares jump 7% as Q4 profit soars 158% YoY to Rs 187 crore
Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers shares rose sharply on Friday after the company’s Q4FY26 results showed a 158% YoY surge in net profit to Rs 187 crore and a 49.6% rise in revenue. FY26 profit and revenue also grew strongly, while the company announced a Rs 1.34/share dividend, boosting investor sentiment despite muted long-term stock performance.
ITC shares fall 2% after Q4 results. What Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and others are saying?
ITC shares slipped on Friday despite a 5% rise in Q4 standalone profit and strong FMCG growth. Brokerages remained cautious, with Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Nomura flagging pressure from cigarette tax hikes. While FMCG and paper segments showed resilience, analysts expect cigarette volume decline and margin stress to weigh on earnings.
JSW Cement shares gain 12% as Q4FY26 profit jumps to Rs 362 crore
JSW Cement shares soared over 11% following a remarkable Q4FY26 earnings report. The company posted a staggering 2,162% year-on-year profit jump, fueled by robust revenue growth and improved operational efficiencies. Strong sales volumes across cement and GGBS segments contributed to this impressive financial performance, prompting a dividend recommendation.
Picked wrong Melody? Parle Industries shares hit 5% upper circuit for 3rd day
Parle Industries shares hit the 5% upper circuit for the third straight session after investors mistakenly linked the stock to Melody toffees gifted by PM Narendra Modi to Italy’s Giorgia Meloni. The viral social media moment sparked confusion between listed Parle Industries and unlisted FMCG giant Parle Products, fuelling a sharp rally in the microcap […]
IT sector a contrarian opportunity at current valuations: Aditya Shah
Aditya Shah of Hercules Advisors identifies power, banking, chemicals, and real estate as promising sectors for long-term growth amidst global uncertainty. While cautious on EMS due to valuations, he sees potential in quick commerce players demonstrating disciplined execution and profitability, favoring Blinkit currently.
Central Bank of India OFS: Govt to sell up to 8% stake in lender. Check key details
The Indian government is selling a stake in Central Bank of India. This offer for sale aims to raise over Rs 2,200 crore. The sale opens for institutional investors on May 22 and for retail investors on May 25. The government has set a floor price of Rs 31 per share.