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Just Dial Q1 Results | Revenue growth lifts earnings, but margins decline
Shares of Just Dial Ltd ended at ₹565.00, up by ₹19.05, or 3.49%, on the BSE.
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Revenue growth is expected to remain healthy across segments, with large-, mid-, and small-cap companies likely to report sales growth of 17%, 15%, and 16% YoY, respectively.
Indian Rupee loses momentum as international oil prices and dollar firms up
The Indian rupee lost momentum in opening trades on Wednesday as international oil prices and dollar firmed up following renewed tensions between US and Iran. Reported US air strikes on Iran drove oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and reinforcing expectations of interest rate hikes that kept dollar index upbeat. Meanwhile, investors also wait for the minutes of the Federal Reserves June meeting for additional insight into the policy outlook. INR opened at Rs 95.15 per dollar and hit a low of 95.19 so far during the day. Local equities are also seen in negative tracking global peers on concerns that the AI-fueled rally in chipmakers may be losing momentum. The Nifty 50 has fallen below 24,250 while the BSE Sensex has tumbled over 550 points, trading around the 77,60077,800 range. Yesterday, rupee appreciated 48 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar, on improved global risk sentiments as higher traffic flows through the Strait of Hormuz reduced supply uncertainties.
Mcap of 6 of top-10 most valued firms surges ₹1 trillion, Airtel top gainer
The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 1 lakh crore last week, with Bharti Airtel and Bajaj Finance emerging as the biggest gainers, amid a largely positive trend in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 663.44 points, or 0.86 per cent, and the NSE Nifty rose 214.85 points, or 0.89 per cent. Markets ended the week on a firm footing, supported by resilient domestic macroeconomic indicators, healthy GST collections and improving industrial activity, Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. "Expectations of a more accommodative global monetary policy following softer-than-expected US labour market data further strengthened investor sentiment," he added. The market valuation of Bharti Airtel jumped Rs 36,529.21 crore to Rs 11,63,877.30 crore, the most among the top-10 firms. Bajaj Finance added Rs 33,059.83 crore, taking its valuation to Rs 6,43,141.36 crore. ICICI Bank's valuation surged Rs 16,084.29 crore to Rs
11 largecap stocks with upside potential of up to 50%. Do you own any?
Indian investors are eyeing significant gains as analyst forecasts highlight 11 largecap BSE stocks poised for 25% to 50% growth in the next year. Companies like Swiggy, ICICI Prudential Life, and HDFC Life Insurance are among those with strong 'Buy' ratings and substantial projected upside.
Allcargo Global debuts on NSE, BSE following demerger from Allcargo Logistics
Allcargo Global Limited has listed its shares on the NSE and BSE under the ticker symbol AGL, completing the Allcargo Group’s demerger and restructuring. The Group now has four focused entities to drive sustainable growth in logistics and supply chain.
Indian public relations industry pegged to reach Rs 4,500 cr by 2030: Report
India's public relations sector is poised for significant growth, projected to hit Rs 4,500 crore by 2030. While the overall growth rate is moderating, indicating industry maturity, key sectors like startups, education, government, and FMCG are showing robust gains. Notably, government and startup client shares have surged dramatically, reshaping the industry's landscape. AI investment is also on the rise, though strategies vary across firms.
ICICI Pru's S Naren expects moderate market returns, backs gold in diversified portfolios
S Naren, Executive Director and CIO of ICICI Prudential AMC, which managed funds worth $3 billion as of May 31, 2026, said improving macro conditions have strengthened India's outlook but global AI-led capital flows continue to favour overseas markets. Naren reiterated his preference for diversified multi-asset investing over concentrated equity or standalone gold ETF exposure.
Corporate loans outpace retail
Corporate sector borrowing from banks is accelerating past individual loans, driven by companies seeking cost savings as corporate bond yields climb. Recent RBI rate cuts have made bank loans more appealing. Analysts anticipate this trend to continue, supported by improved liquidity, though a shift back to debt markets is possible. Small businesses are seeing particularly strong bank credit growth.
Corporate loan demand outpaces retail credit as firms shift from bonds to banks
Corporate sector borrowing from banks is accelerating past individual loans, driven by companies seeking cost savings as corporate bond yields climb. Recent RBI rate cuts have made bank loans more appealing. Analysts anticipate this trend to continue, supported by improved liquidity, though a shift back to debt markets is possible. Small businesses are seeing particularly strong bank credit growth.
Motilal Oswal's top 4 banking picks ahead of Q1 earnings season. Do you own any?
Motilal Oswal has identified its top banking picks ahead of the Q1 earnings season, anticipating strong MSME credit demand. HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are highlighted for their robust asset quality and profitable growth. State Bank of India leads the PSU pack with aggressive pricing and housing loan strength, while AU Small Finance Bank is favored for its retail segment performance.
Raymond’s aerospace vertical growth outpaces precision engineering business
Driven by global supply-chain diversification, JK Maini Global Aerospace is clocking a 25% expansion rate and has locked in a ₹2,350-crore order pipeline over the next five years.