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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.
Apollo Hospitals FY26 profit jumps 34% to Rs 1,942 crore on growth across core businesses
Apollo Hospitals announced robust financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year 2026. Consolidated revenue and net profit saw significant year-on-year increases. Growth was fueled by its healthcare services, diagnostics, and retail health segments. The company is expanding its bed capacity and focusing on underserved markets.
Rs 1 lakh turned to Rs 21 crore! Do you own these 11 penny stocks that delivered over 10,000% returns?
Eleven penny stocks have delivered over 10,000% returns since May 2021, transforming Rs 1 lakh into over Rs 21 crore for some investors. These rallies were fueled by sectors like power, defence, and infrastructure, alongside a surge in retail participation. However, experts caution about the extreme risks associated with these volatile, thinly traded stocks.
Chanel for Chandigarh, Mango for Mangaluru: India’s luxury map shifts beyond metros
India's retail landscape is shifting as smaller Tier-2 cities are now attracting global brands and premium malls, outperforming larger metros. A new study reveals a parallel retail economy emerging, driven by strong consumption power and modern infrastructure in these rapidly developing urban centers.
Titan Q4 profit jumps 35% as jewellery sales power growth
Titan reported a 35% rise in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 1,179 crore, driven by strong jewellery demand and premium watch sales. Revenue surged 46%, while expansion in India and overseas, including the Damas acquisition, strengthened Titan’s retail and international market presence.
BHEL shares' 85% returns, strong earnings fuel ownership churn as retail trims while FIIs, MFs raise exposure
BHEL shares have delivered an impressive 85% return over the past year, fueled by robust earnings. This performance has attracted significant institutional investment, with Foreign Institutional Investors and Mutual Funds substantially increasing their stakes. Retail investors have reduced their holdings.
EM is back, India is next: Why the 2025 underperformance is the perfect setup for a 2026 comeback
Emerging Markets led global returns in 2025, but India lagged due to outflows and weaker earnings. With valuations correcting and domestic fundamentals strengthening, including policy support and rising retail participation, India is positioned for a potential rebound. Structural drivers suggest the underperformance could set the stage for stronger market performance in 2026.
India’s newest mutual fund: Bhautik Ambani wants to bring global quant power to retail investors - The Economic Times
India’s newest mutual fund: Bhautik Ambani wants to bring global quant power to retail investorsThe Economic Times
Reliance Retail buys Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Anomaly in beauty expansion push
Reliance Retail has acquired Priyanka Chopra Jonas's global haircare brand Anomaly. This move expands Reliance Retail's beauty and personal care offerings. Anomaly is known for its clean, vegan, and affordable products. Reliance Retail plans to scale the brand in India and internationally. Priyanka Chopra Jonas will continue as Creative Director. This acquisition strengthens Reliance Retail's position in the beauty market.
PNB Housing Finance share surge 11% after margins expand, asset quality improves in strong Q4
Affordable and emerging markets remained key growth drivers and together they contributed a meaningful share of both the retail portfolio and retail disbursements. This is the best single-day gain for shares of PNB Housing Finance in two years.
Devang Mehta bets on capex, power themes; sees retail recovery, cautious on IT
Devang Mehta, Deputy Managing Director & CIO - Equity NDPMS, Spark Private Wealth Management, said consumption trends are improving with demand and margins showing recovery across companies, making the sector worth tracking over the medium term. He highlighted earnings visibility in engineering, power and financial segments, supported by order books and flows. He also pointed to opportunities in market-linked businesses, while noting that growth visibility remains uneven across sectors. Disclaimer: The views and tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own, not of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Rain Industries shareholding sees the name of this ace investor; Stock gains 4%
Retail investor stake in Rain Industries has largely remained constant during the March quarter at 23.42% from 23.34% earlier. The absolute number has seen a marginal drop from 1.91 lakh to 1.87 lakh at the end of March.