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JSW Infra share price target cut by JM Financial but FY26 guidance could still be met
The brokerage said the ongoing West Asia conflict has impacted the company’s Fujairah liquid storage facility, which was hit by drone attacks, leading to partial capacity going offline.
PC Jeweller revenue jumps 32 pc in Jan-Mar quarter, 49 pc in FY26
PC Jeweller has made waves in the financial sector, reporting a substantial 32 percent growth in revenue for the fourth quarter, year-on-year. The impressive upward trend continued throughout fiscal year 2025-26, with total revenue climbing approximately 49 percent.
RBI revamps business correspondent model to boost last mile delivery of financial services
The Reserve Bank of India is overhauling its business correspondent system. New service points, Business Correspondent-Banking Outlets and Business Correspondent-Banking Touchpoints, will be introduced. This aims to improve customer service and expand financial inclusion across India. Banks must conduct thorough checks on new correspondents. These changes are proposed to enhance banking access.
UCO Bank records 19% rise in loan growth in Q4
UCO Bank announced strong financial results for the January-March quarter of FY26. The state-owned lender saw its credit grow by 19 percent to Rs 2.62 lakh crore. Total deposits also rose by 11 percent, reaching Rs 3.27 lakh crore. Low-cost CASA deposits saw an improvement. The bank's total business expanded by 15 percent.
Axis Bank shares in focus after lender's Q4 update beats estimates; advances grow 18%, deposits rise 14%
Axis Bank's Q4 business update revealed robust growth, with gross advances surging over 18% year-on-year and total deposits climbing nearly 14%. This performance surpassed brokerage expectations, showcasing strong momentum for the private lender. The bank's CASA and term deposits also saw significant year-on-year increases, indicating healthy customer engagement and financial expansion.
Investors should position for a longer Iran war. What to do now.
The risk is that the war lasts longer than expected, and that the shipping industry takes even longer to recover. The recent weakness in financial markets could be an amuse-bouche before a bearish feast.
Jio Payments Bank introduces UPI-based cash withdrawal service
Jio Payments Bank (JPBL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services has introduced UPI-based cash withdrawal through its Business Correspondent (BC) touchpoints, marking an important step towards strengthening India's digital payments ecosystem and advancing financial inclusion in the country.
These are the stocks and sectors that Mutual Funds bet on in February
Cash levels for India's mutual funds as a percentage of the overall Assets Under Management remained nearly the same in February, compared to the month of January, as per a recent analysis from brokerage firm JM Financial.
Sensex jumps 939 pts, Nifty tops 23,400 on value buying in large caps
Domestic equity benchmarks ended sharply higher on Monday, supported by value buying in select large-cap stocks as investors assessed the potential fallout of the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict. Sentiment improved after media reports indicated that Donald Trump is likely to announce in the coming days the formation of an international coalition to escort commercial shipping vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, as the conflict with Iran enters its third week. U.S. officials reportedly said the White House could unveil the initiative as early as this week. However, overall sentiment remained cautious amid persistent FII outflows and elevated crude oil prices due to ongoing tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States. The Nifty closed above the 23,400 mark, led by gains in auto, financial services and private banking stocks.
Vodafone Idea shares jump 5% as JSW, ST Telemedia eye stake in the telco
Vodafone Idea shares rose ahrply on Monday after ET reported that JSW Group and ST Telemedia are exploring a potential stake in the telecom operator. The discussions are exploratory, following government-backed financial relief, as Vi seeks strategic investors to strengthen capital and reduce spectrum liabilities.
Global Market: Energy market turmoil forces policymakers to reassess inflation outlook
Global financial markets are shaken by the Middle East war. Energy prices are soaring, reviving inflation fears. Central banks worldwide are meeting to decide their next moves. Policymakers face a tough challenge balancing economic growth with rising inflation. Investors are watching closely for signals on future interest rate policies.
JSW, ST Telemedia among firms eyeing stake in Vodafone Idea
Vodafone Idea is actively engaging with various investors, notably ST Telemedia and JSW Group, to explore a potential equity partnership. Following a recent financial boost from the Indian government, the company is eager to attract strategic backers who can provide much-needed capital for its ambitious 5G rollout.