Indian oil explorers surged on Wednesday as global crude prices jumped due to Winter Storm Fern disrupting US output and tightening near-term supply. Oil India and ONGC shares climbed significantly, with the Nifty Oil & Gas Index outperforming broader markets. Analysts noted that stable crude prices directly boost upstream companies’ earnings.
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.