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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
General insurance reports 9% GWP growth in FY26
India's general insurance sector saw robust growth in FY26. Gross written premium increased by 9%, reaching ₹3.36 lakh crore. This expansion was fueled by private insurers and strong demand for health and motor policies. Standalone health insurers outperformed, showing a significant 22% rise. This segment continues to be a key driver for the industry's overall success.
Strong earnings: Trent, Vedanta among 10 largecaps that clocked highest profit growth of up to 125% YoY in Q3
Several Indian largecap companies showed strong financial results in the December quarter. Trent and Vedanta were among ten firms that achieved substantial profit growth, with some seeing increases up to 125 percent year-on-year. Other companies like Muthoot Finance, Siemens Energy, and TVS Motor also reported healthy profit jumps.
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