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Mcap of 6 most valued firms surges by ₹74,111 cr, Reliance biggest winner
The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 74,111.57 crore last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainer. Last week, the BSE benchmark climbed 177.36 points, or 0.23 per cent. "Markets ended the week with marginal gains amid a highly volatile and range-bound trading environment. Benchmark indices witnessed sharp intraday swings throughout the week, driven by persistent rupee weakness, mixed global cues, sectoral rotation, and continued uncertainty around inflation and interest rates," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, ICICI Bank, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) were the gainers, while HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, State Bank of India and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion from their valuation. Reliance Industries added Rs 24,696.89 crore, taking its market valuation to Rs 18,33,117.70 ...
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.
Bajaj Life Insurance CIO sees tactical IT opportunity amid macro uncertainty
Srinivas Rao Ravuri, CIO of Bajaj Life Insurance, said IT stocks are emerging as a tactical play as rupee weakness boosts earnings visibility despite global macro concerns. He expects large IT firms to deliver over 10% earnings growth this year, aided by currency tailwinds. Ravuri also remains positive on domestic sectors like financials, autos and consumer durables, while warning that war-led input cost pressures and supply disruptions could weigh on corporate earnings in the coming quarters.
Standard Chartered likely to exit ICICI Pru Life bancassurance tie-up; may join Bharti Life Insurance
Sources said the bank currently contributes around 5% to ICICI Prudential Life’s annualised premium equivalent (APE) and about 6% to its retail APE.
Jio, Allianz form 50-50 joint venture to set up non-life insurance company
The partnership will harness Jio’s massive digital reach and Allianz’s global expertise to build a ‘new model’ for general and health insurance in India, the two companies said on Wednesday.
Q4 Results Live Updates: Oracle Financial Declares Bumper Dividend Of Rs 270/Share As Profit, Revenue Jump
SBI Life Insurance Co., Trent Ltd., Tech Mahindra Ltd., L&T Technology Services Ltd. and Havells India Ltd. are among companies reporting earnings on Wednesday, April 22.
BHEL among 6 F&O stocks with a sharp rise in futures open Interest
Six NSE F&O stocks including Amber Enterprises India, Life Insurance Corporation of India, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Cochin Shipyard, Central Depository Services (India), and Vishal Mega Mart saw 6% rise in futures open interest, signaling heightened trading participation and position-building.
Life insurers see double-digit premium growth in March; retail business performance varies
Life insurers report strong March premium growth, with Axis Max, ICICI Prudential and LIC showing gains but mixed trends in retail APE performance.
HDFC Bank to invest Rs 1,000 cr in HDFC Life to boost solvency
HDFC Bank is injecting Rs 1,000 crore into HDFC Life Insurance. This investment will increase HDFC Bank's ownership to over 50%. The capital infusion aims to strengthen HDFC Life's financial position. The insurer's solvency ratio is expected to rise significantly. This move prepares HDFC Life for future growth and evolving regulations.
HDFC Life Q4 Results: HDFC Bank to increase stake in the company as profit rises 4% YoY
HDFC Life Insurance will issue shares worth one thousand crore rupees to promoter HDFC Bank. This move aims to strengthen the insurer's solvency and support future growth. The company reported a modest profit rise in the March quarter. Net premium income also saw an increase. The board recommended a final dividend for FY26.
Just Dial Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Acutaas Chemicals Ltd, Indus Towers Ltd, ICICI Prudential Asset Management Co Ltd and CCL Products (India) Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 15 April 2026.
Trade Setup for April 15: Nifty holds 23,500 support but bulls aim for a retest of 24,000
Wednesday's session will see stocks like ICICI Prudential Life, ICICI Prudential AMC, Just Dial react to their quarterly results, while names like LG Electronics India, Bharat Coking Coal, and Rubicon Research see their respective shareholder lock-ins end.