Manappuram Finance shares jump 3% after Q1 profit soars 4x. Why Jefferies, Morgan Stanley raised target prices
Manappuram Finance shares witnessed an uptick on Wednesday after Q1 FY27 profit surged nearly four-fold to Rs 585 crore. Jefferies raised its target price to Rs 430, citing better NII and lower provisions, while Morgan Stanley also raised its target. CLSA retained a Hold rating, with a Rs 350 target price.
Lenskart, Delhivery, among 10 stocks with highest increase in DII holdings in Q1. See full list
In August, Axis Direct introduces 44 stock recommendations, advocating a buy-on-dips approach. The banking, capital goods, and realty sectors exhibit promising technical patterns for investors. Additionally, consumer durables, healthcare, power, and auto sectors are projected to perform well. However, a selective caution is suggested for FMCG, metals, and oil & gas stocks as the brokerage […]
MCX shares rise 2% as JPMorgan upgrades, raises target price after this Sebi proposal
Shares of Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) rose more than 2% after Sebi proposed widening foreign portfolio investors’ access to physically settled non-agricultural commodity derivatives. JPMorgan upgraded MCX to ‘Overweight ’, and Jefferies retained a ‘Buy’ rating, citing the potential for higher trading volumes and earnings.
Senco Gold shares fall over 8% after Q1 results. What squeezed profitability?
Senco Gold shares fell 8.16% after the company reported mixed Q1 FY27 results. While consolidated revenue surged 67% YoY to Rs 3,056 crore, PAT declined 3% to Rs 101 crore. EBITDA rose 16% to Rs 213 crore, but margins contracted sharply amid promotional discounting, lower gold prices and customs duty changes, weighing on profitability and […]
Oil Price Today (August 12): Crude oil reclaims $90 again after fresh attacks on ships. What are experts saying?
Brent crude futures were up 72 cents, or 0.81%, at $89.63, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 71 cents, or 0.85%, to $83.91.
How investors can use thematic funds to boost portfolio returns
Thematic funds focus on investing in firms associated with particular long-term trends, aiming for potential alpha returns. They entail a greater concentration risk when compared to traditional diversified equity mutual funds. Therefore, investors must carefully time their entries and exits. It’s advisable for beginners to start with diversified equity mutual funds before venturing into themes. […]
Microfinance asset quality improves further as loans at risk fall to 2.3% in June: CRIF
Microfinance asset quality stress eased further in June, with portfolio at risk falling to 2.3 percent. Aggressive write-offs of bad loans by lenders helped reduce stressed loans across the sector. The sector has consolidated towards better portfolio performance and larger loan sizes. Average ticket size rose to Rs 62,100 as lenders focused on existing borrowers. […]
AI in banking must move beyond retail to farms, MSMEs: SBI Chairman Setty
In a recent statement, CS Setty, Chairman of the State Bank of India, underscored AI’s transformative potential for the Indian banking sector. He asserted that widening credit opportunities for small businesses and farmers through AI is essential to realize India’s ambition of a developed economy by 2047. Additionally, AI could refine farm-level decision-making and risk […]
AI in this decade is what digitsation was in the last: RBI governor
Banks must understand artificial intelligence deployment for future success. AI can enhance financial inclusion and improve existing public good projects. Careless AI use risks new forms of exclusion and instability for banks. The RBI plans an approved AI governance policy and a testing sandbox. Banks need deliberate strategies, sustained investment, and strong governance for AI.
Can Shiprocket IPO deliver long-term growth for high-risk investors?
Shiprocket is gearing up to secure ₹885 crore through fresh equity aimed at bolstering expansion and addressing debt obligations. Additionally, the company plans to raise ₹732 crore via an offer for sale. With a profitable core business and growing emerging segments, revenue has risen by 24% annually from FY24 to FY26. Investors seeking long-term growth […]