NSE adds one crore unique investors in 7 months, base crosses 13 crore mark

National Stock Exchange crossed 13 crore investors, reflecting rapid retail participation growth driven by digital access, awareness and policy support. Expansion is broad-based across regions, with rising SIP inflows and diversification, signalling deeper market penetration and a more inclusive investment ecosystem.

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank profit jumps 28% on strong growth

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 28% rise in Q4 profit driven by strong business growth, higher income and improved margins. Advances and deposits grew steadily, while asset quality strengthened, reflecting robust operational performance and sustained expansion across lending and deposit segments.

Sun Pharma deal structurally strong, debt the only overhang: Amit Khurana

Market expert Amit Khurana offers insights on key corporate and regulatory developments. Sun Pharma’s acquisition is seen as strategically sound, though debt requires careful management. Paytm Payments Bank’s license cancellation has limited impact on its core business. Banks show stable earnings with upside potential, while NBFCs face stretched valuations. Consumption and select sectors present opportunities.

Rising input costs continue to pressure Reliance’s O2C business: Yogesh Patil

Reliance Industries navigates tough market conditions. Refining margins face volatility due to rising costs. Global crack spreads show improvement, but structural issues persist. The company’s consumer businesses present a mixed outlook. Retail revenue grows healthily, but margins are impacted by online segment expansion. Telecom also shows growth. Analysts provide insights into these ongoing trends.

Range-bound trend likely as investors shift focus beyond heavyweights: Narendra Solanki

Indian markets are stabilizing as earnings season unfolds. Early IT sector results have lowered expectations. The market is now shifting focus to broader sectors and domestic growth themes. Investors are looking at mid and smallcap companies. Power, infrastructure, and autos are key areas of interest. Financials also present opportunities. The market is expected to consolidate […]