RIL EBITDA margin hits seven-quarter high as O2C strength offsets retail weakness
Reliance Industries’ consolidated EBITDA margin reached a seven-quarter high, driven by a strong oil-to-chemicals division and RJio’s robust telecom performance. This growth partially offset weakness in the retail segment due to festive season shifts and GST rate changes. The company is also investing in a battery manufacturing facility and renewable power generation.
Cutting risk cuts microfin’s portfolio, recovery way off
Microfinance loan portfolios have been declining since April 2024, according to industry leaders. This trend began after reaching a high of Rs 3.43 lakh crore. The decrease is attributed to loan repayments exceeding new loan disbursements across the sector.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Indian equities closed higher as a strong earnings surprise from Infosys boosted risk appetite and lifted IT stocks, helping Sensex and Nifty hit intraday highs. However, profit booking capped gains by the close. Analysts flagged mixed global cues, sector-specific strength and cautious technical signals.
What do Trump’s Greenland tariff threats to NATO allies mean for gold, silver and Dalal Street?
Fresh tariff threats by U.S. President Donald Trump linked to Greenland have unsettled global markets, reviving demand for safe-haven assets like gold and silver. While near-term volatility risks loom for equities, analysts see potential longer-term opportunities for India through accelerated trade negotiations and shifting global supply dynamics
Market participants seek equity tax relief ahead of Budget
Market participants have urged the government to ease capital market taxation, including a higher exemption limit on long-term capital gains, ahead of the Union Budget for 2026-27.
UCO Bank Q3 profit rises 16% YoY to Rs 739 crore
UCO Bank’s net profit surged 16% to Rs 739 crore in the third quarter, driven by a 11% rise in net interest income. The bank also saw its non-performing assets ratio decline to 2.4% and gross advances grow 17%, supported by strong retail, agriculture, and MSME loan expansion.
BCCL IPO boosts confidence as Coal India weighs more subsidiary listings: CMD
The strong investor response to the initial public offering of Bharat Coking Coal Ltd has boosted confidence within CIL and provided positive momentum as the company evaluates the listing of its other subsidiaries, Chairman-cum-Managing Director B Sairam said.
Mcap of 3 of top 10 most valued firms jumps by Rs 75,855 cr; SBI, Infosys biggest winners
The combined market valuation of three of the top-10 most valued firms jumped Rs 75,855.43 crore in a holiday-shortened last week, with State Bank of India and Infosys emerging as the biggest gainers, in an otherwise sluggish trend in equities.
FPIs’ selling spree continues; Rs 22,530 cr pulled out from equities in Jan
Foreign portfolio investors withdrew over Rs 22,530 crore (USD 2.5 billion) from Indian equities so far this month amid rising US bond yields and a stronger dollar, continuing their selling streak from last year.
10 Sensex stocks with up to 32% upside potential. Are these in your portfolio?
Analyst consensus highlights 10 Sensex stocks with projected upside of 18%–32% over the next 12 months, signalling potential market outperformance. Heavyweights like HDFC Bank, Reliance, ICICI Bank, and Adani Ports are expected to deliver strong returns, offering investors research-backed opportunities to position ahead of potential rallies in a selective market.