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HDFC Life Q4 results: Profit rises 4% YoY; declares final dividend of ₹2.10 for FY26
HDFC Life Q4 results: HDFC Life reported a 4% year-on-year (YoY) rise in its standalone net profit after tax to ₹495.65 crore for the March quarter of the financial year 2025-26.
ICICI Lombard General Insurance shares in focus after Q4 net profit rises 7%. What are Morgan Stanley, HDFC Securities saying?
Shares of ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company are likely to be in focus after reporting stable Q4 FY26 performance, with profit after tax rising 7.3% year-on-year to Rs 547 crore. The company saw improved combined ratio, strong premium growth, and maintained a robust solvency position, while brokerages remained mixed on ratings and target prices.
Muthoot Finance seeks shareholder nod for entry into insurance distribution biz
Muthoot Finance is gearing up for a pivotal growth phase as it seeks shareholder approval to venture into the insurance distribution arena. This bold step encompasses a wide range of offerings, including life, general, and health insurance products, marking the company's ambition to become a comprehensive corporate agent in India's insurance landscape.
Muthoot Finance plans entry into insurance distribution business
Muthoot Finance seeks shareholder approval to amend its charter and enter insurance distribution as a corporate agent across life, general and health segments in India
HDFC Life, ICICI Bank among 4 stocks flashing bullish signals, hinting at a possible uptrend
Four NSE large-cap stocks appeared in the White Marubozu bullish scan on April 13, signalling strong buying interest throughout the session. The pattern reflects sustained upward momentum and positive sentiment, helping traders identify potential continuation of bullish trends and assess near-term opportunities in fundamentally strong large-cap stocks.
HDFC Life CEO Vibha Padalkar: 'I focused on what I had, not what I didn’t' and a journey of resilience
HDFC Life CEO Vibha Padalkar’s journey reflects resilience shaped by early family influence and a belief in long-term thinking. After early career rejections and a move to London at 17, she built a career in financial services and has led HDFC Life since 2018 through key transitions while sustaining steady growth and expansion.
Market volatility hits ULIP demand; insurance growth slows amid rate concerns: JM Financial
Life insurers are expected to report slower growth in Q4 as weak March sales offset earlier gains. Demand for ULIPs declined due to market volatility, while interest rate concerns led customers to delay purchases. HDFC Life and ICICI Prudential may miss growth targets, while SBI Life and Axis Max Life are expected to perform better. Early April trends remain soft, though seasonal factors may be at play.
AMCs see March uptick. Is it too early to celebrate?
AMC shares are quoting rich valuation with ICICI Prudential trading at a price-to-earnings multiple of 43, while HDFC Asset Management Co. and Nippon Life India are at a multiple of 34 each.
Q4 Results This Week: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Wipro among 42 companies to report
Dalal Street will be tracking results for the fourth quarter from 42 firms between April 13 and 18. Key names include Wipro, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC Life, ICICI Lombard, ICICI Prudential AMC and HDB Financial Services. Wipro will also be considering a share buyback this week with its results.
LIC likely to announce its first-ever bonus issue tomorrow: Check key things to know
Life Insurance Corporation of India is expected to announce its first-ever bonus share issue after its April 13 board meeting. The move may enhance liquidity and investor participation, supported by strong financials, steady growth, and consistent dividend payouts since its 2022 listing.
Exclusive: Life insurers see uneven growth as some lag, others outperform in FY26
Life insurers reported mixed retail APE trends for FY26, with industry growth at around 12%, according to CNBC-TV18 sources. While HDFC Life and ICICI Prudential missed guidance, Axis Max Life and SBI Life met or exceeded expectations.
Stocks to Watch for April 10: TCS, Wipro, HDFC Life and more
From Tata Consultancy Services reporting its Q4 FY26 results to Wipro Ltd announcing a potential share buyback, here are the key stocks to watch ahead of Friday’s trading session.