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Life insurance new business premiums rise 16.6% in Q1 on private insurers' growth: Report
India's life insurance sector began FY27 with robust new business premiums, growing 16.6 percent. Private insurers significantly outpaced the market, increasing their share to nearly forty percent. This growth stemmed from steady retail product demand and a recovery in group business. Monthly premiums also saw a thirteen percent rise in June, reversing last year's contraction.
HDFC Life reports 12 per cent premium growth in FY26, retail protection business rises 43 per cent
HDFC Life Insurance reported a robust 12% year-on-year growth in total premium for FY26, with its retail protection business soaring by 43%. The insurer solidified its position among the top three, achieving a 10.8% new business market share. Profit after tax reached Rs 1,910 crore, and assets under management grew to Rs 3.75 lakh crore.
ABFRL's Sangeeta Tanwani steps down as Pantaloons CEO
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) said Sangeeta Tanwani has ceased to be whole-time director (WTD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of its Pantaloons business with effect from close of business hours on 31 July 2026.
Pound stays defensive against firm dollar; GBP/INR futures above 128 mark
The Great Britain pound is trading on defensive on Friday as safe-haven demand for the US Dollar remains firm. Investors are reportedly awaiting United States (US) President Donald Trumps approval to the 60-day Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Iran. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenbacks value against six major currencies, trades slightly higher near 99.06. Meanwhile, declining 10-year United Kingdom (UK) gilt yields due to easing expectations of a near-term Bank of England (BoE) interest rate hike are also weighing on the British Pound . Currently, GBP/USD is trading near 1.3417 in the European session, down 0.18% on the day. On the NSE, GBP/INR futures re trading lower by 0.83% at 128.15.
Aditya Birla Fashion Q4 net loss widens to Rs 163.8 cr
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 23.55 crore a year ago, according to a regulatory filing by Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd (ABFRL).
Aditya Birla Fashion Q4 sees sharp rise in net loss at ₹148 crore; revenue up 16%
EBITDA declined 3.6% to ₹197.4 crore from ₹204.9 crore in the year-ago quarter. The EBITDA margin narrowed to 9.9% from 11.9% YoY. Shares of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd ended at ₹67.46, down by ₹0.050, or 0.074%, on the BSE today, May 25.
Retail health premium growth rises to 31% YoY in April 2026, anchoring non-life insurance sector: Kotak Institutional Securities
Indian non-life insurance saw robust growth in April 2026. Retail health premiums surged 31 percent year-on-year. Motor insurance also performed well. Private players and standalone health insurers are gaining market share from public sector companies. Commercial lines faced challenges, though marine and engineering segments showed resilience. This indicates a dynamic shift in the insurance landscape.
Century Enka Q4 Results: Aditya Birla Group stock up 20% on multi-fold profit growth
Century Enka shares surged 20% after the Aditya Birla Group firm reported a sharp jump in fourth-quarter profit and margins, driven by a strong improvement in operating performance.
Selling at higher levels turns 23,800 into key barrier for Nifty: Analysts
Benchmark Nifty closed lower last week. Analysts anticipate continued range-bound trading for Nifty this week. Trading strategies suggest buying on dips and selling on rallies within the 23,800-23,200 range. Specific stock recommendations include Indus Towers, Samvardhana Motherson International, Aditya Birla Capital, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, and Arvind Limited. Investors are advised to consider these opportunities.
Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail stock: India’s branded apparel player eyes growth amid rising consum - AD HOC NEWS
Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail stock: India’s branded apparel player eyes growth amid rising consumAD HOC NEWS
Shakti Pumps (India) Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Dalmia Bharat Ltd, CCL Products (India) Ltd, Aditya Birla Real Estate Ltd and Vardhman Textiles Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 08 May 2026.
Bajaj Auto, Godrej Consumer Products, Meesho, Paytm, Radico Khaitan, Hexaware Tech Q4 Results Today — What To Expect
Aditya Birla Real Estate, Kansai Nerolac Paints, KPIT Technologies, PB Fintech and Shree Cement among others to announce their results on Wednesday.