Fed chief nominee Warsh clears key confirmation hurdle in Senate
Kevin Warsh’s nomination to lead the Federal Reserve advanced through the Senate Banking Committee along party lines. This move comes as President Trump seeks to exert more control over the central bank.
Motilal Oswal Q4 Results: Cons loss widens YoY to Rs 221 crore but operating PAT grows 25% on 125% revenue surge
Motilal Oswal Financial Services saw its net loss widen in the March quarter. Revenue from operations surged 125 percent year-on-year. The company’s operating profit after tax grew 25 percent. Asset and Private Wealth Management businesses showed robust growth. Asset Management PAT increased 63 percent. Total assets under management grew 32 percent. SIP inflows surged 78 […]
Indian Bank Q4 Results: Standalone profit grows 5% YoY to Rs 3,103 crore; Rs 18.25/share dividend declared
Indian Bank reported a standalone net profit of Rs 3,103 crore for the March-ended quarter, up 5% from Rs 2,956 crore a year ago. Net interest income (NII) rose 11% to Rs 7,110 crore in Q4FY26, compared with Rs 6,389.34 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.
Supply chain stress to reflect in earnings over next few quarters: Raunak Onkar
Markets are oscillating between sentiment and fundamentals, with global disruptions impacting near-term earnings. Raunak Onkar of PPFAS Mutual Fund highlights that while growth expectations are long-term, supply chain issues may affect upcoming quarters. He remains positive on the structural trajectory of financial services and technology, despite AI concerns.
Banking, financials remain strong play despite near-term volatility: Sunil Subramaniam
Crude oil prices and UAE’s role in OPEC+ are influencing Indian markets. Experts suggest oil prices may fall in the medium term, easing concerns for India’s economy. The banking and financial sector shows resilience, with rural and auto demand supporting lending. The pharmaceutical sector sees opportunities in generic drugs like Semaglutide.
Global oil dynamics enter volatile phase after UAE decision: Peter McGuire
The UAE’s unexpected departure from OPEC+ has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, raising concerns about oil supply discipline and the alliance’s future. This move, described as a “chink in the armor,” adds significant uncertainty for importing nations like India, with crude prices expected to rise further amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
REC shares dip over 4% as Q4 net profit slips 22% to Rs 3,375 crore: Why Motilal Oswal still remains bullish
Shares of Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) slipped over 4% after reporting a 22% YoY fall in Q4 net profit to Rs 3,375 crore. Despite weak disbursements and modest loan growth, brokerage Motilal Oswal maintained its ‘Buy’ call, citing attractive valuations and stable spreads.
Hindustan Zinc dividend alert! Last date to buy shares for Rs 11 dividend, do you own?
Hindustan Zinc has announced an interim dividend of Rs 11 per share, with April 30th being the record date. Investors must purchase shares by today to be eligible for this payout. This move follows strong Q4 earnings, with net profit soaring 68% year-on-year. The company, a leader in zinc, lead, and silver production, has a […]
UAE’s OPEC+ exit signals structural fractures, but near-term oil impact limited: Matt Orton
UAE’s exit from OPEC+ coordination has little short-term oil impact. Geopolitical issues dominate. Markets have rallied, but easy gains are over. Selectivity is key, favoring AI capex and select energy and healthcare stocks. The Fed is unlikely to pivot soon. Earnings will drive markets, but Middle East risks remain.
Vedanta demerger explained: Record date, how much money can you make and should you invest in buy 1, get 4 offer?
Vedanta’s upcoming demerger will split its businesses into four new listed entities, with April 29 as the last likely date to buy shares for eligibility. While the move is expected to unlock long-term value, recent stock gains suggest limited short-term arbitrage opportunity ahead of the restructuring.