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Bank of Maharashtra Q1 results: Net profit jumps 27% YoY to ₹2,020 crore
Bank of Maharashtra's net profit rose 27% to ₹2,020 crore in Q1 FY27, driven by growth in interest income and improved asset quality. Total income increased to ₹9,063 crore, and the bank's GNPA ratio improved to 1.45%.
Union Minister for Textiles eviews Transformation of Powerloom Centres into Integrated Textile and Apparel Development Hubs
The Minister reviewed the transformation of the erstwhile Powerloom Service Centres into Integrated Textile and Apparel Development Centres (ITADCs), which are being repositioned as integrated growth hubs for the textile sector. The revamped ITADCs are envisioned as one-stop facilitation centres providing skill development, testing, design support, technology adoption, entrepreneurship development, credit facilitation, export promotion and market linkages to textile entrepreneurs, MSMEs and other stakeholders across the textile value chain.
Adani Group Shares Rally Led By Adani Total Gas Amid Strong Investor Demand And Positive Market Sentiment
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Rs 5 lakh crore wealth boost! Top 5 factors fuelling today's 800-point Sensex rally
Indian stock markets experienced significant gains on Friday, with Sensex and Nifty rising over one percent. Strong first-quarter earnings from TCS boosted investor sentiment, leading IT stocks higher. Positive global market trends and a decline in market volatility also contributed to the rally. Despite escalating Iran-US tensions, markets largely ignored the geopolitical developments. Analysts anticipate continued economic resilience and positive sector-specific responses moving forward.
TCS' next growth phase hinges on AI investments, not just deal momentum
Tata Consultancy Services reported flat dollar revenue and margin contraction in the June quarter. AI revenue shows growth but remains a small part of total earnings. The company paid significant dividends, impacting its ability to invest internally. Sustained order flow and stable attrition offer some long-term hope. TCS needs to balance investor returns with future technology investments.
DBS Bank India profit jumps 49% on lower costs, better asset quality
DBS Bank India reported a significant 49% net profit increase. Advances grew fifteen percent while expenses and provisions saw a decrease. Total income fell seven percent to Rs 10,591 crore for the year. Gross NPAs dropped to 1.34 percent, reflecting improved asset quality. The bank's capital adequacy stood at 19.7 percent.
DBS Bank India profit jumps 49% on lower costs, better asset quality
DBS Bank India reported a significant 49% net profit increase. Advances grew fifteen percent while expenses and provisions saw a decrease. Total income fell seven percent to Rs 10,591 crore for the year. Gross NPAs dropped to 1.34 percent, reflecting improved asset quality. The bank's capital adequacy stood at 19.7 percent.
Marico targets Rs 15,000 crore revenue in FY27, eyes Rs 20,000 crore by FY30 on premiumisation push
Marico aims for Rs 15,000 crore revenue by FY27 and Rs 20,000 crore by FY30. The company is focusing on premium products and expanding its digital-first brands. Its total addressable market is expected to triple by FY30. Marico's digital-first portfolio already generates over Rs 1,100 crore annually. The foods business crossed Rs 1,000 crore revenue in FY26.
Demat account additions pick up on D-Street rebound
India added over 2.5 million demat accounts in June, the highest since February. This growth occurred as key market indices Nifty 50 and Sensex advanced significantly. Improved market sentiment followed the easing of geopolitical concerns and potential IPO announcements. Broader market participation and digital onboarding are attracting new retail investors. Future demat account growth will depend on Indian market performance and investor confidence.
Credit cards lose ground as small-ticket personal loans gain traction: CIBIL
Credit cards now hold 38% of unsecured credit, down from 56% in 2016. Small personal loans under fifty thousand rupees have gained significant market share. Card balances remain stable at fifteen to sixteen percent of total consumption credit. Delinquency data shows risk spilling across various credit products. Occasional card users exhibit low delinquency rates across their credit portfolios.
Credit cards lose ground as small-ticket personal loans gain traction: CIBIL
Credit cards now hold 38% of unsecured credit, down from 56% in 2016. Small personal loans under fifty thousand rupees have gained significant market share. Card balances remain stable at fifteen to sixteen percent of total consumption credit. Delinquency data shows risk spilling across various credit products. Occasional card users exhibit low delinquency rates across their credit portfolios.
Private life insurers outpace LIC as industry new business premium rises 16.6% in Q1
Life insurers saw a 16.6% rise in new business premium during the first quarter. Private sector players grew faster than LIC, driven by regular premium products. Total new business premium collected reached Rs 1.09 lakh crore in the period. Insurers are preparing for upcoming regulatory changes and improving demand. Private companies gained market share while LIC retained its dominant position.