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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.
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.
Nippon India, ICICI Pru lead MF growth charts as industry expands in FY26
Nippon India MF and ICICI Prudential MF lead AUM growth as industry expands over 20% for the third straight year despite equity market volatility
ICICI Prudential AMC shares get another bullish call; check CLSA's price target
CLSA expects ICICI Prudential AMC to deliver AUM growth of about 18% CAGR between FY26 and FY28, along with profit after tax growth of around 16%.
Stocks To Buy: HSBC bets on this asset manager on strong AUM growth prospects
According to HSBC, ICICI Prudential AMC is set to outperform peers on key operating and financial metrics over the medium term. It is also well-positioned to manage yield pressure while benefiting from positive operating leverage.
Where are the Indian markets headed? Here's a bull case Vs bear case scenario
Brokerages remain divided on India’s market outlook amid global uncertainties. Jefferies, ICICI Prudential AMC and 3P Investment Managers are positive on India, driven by improved valuations, limited earnings downside and supportive domestic flows. They highlight attractive Nifty valuations, favourable allocation signals and recent market correction as key reasons to increase exposure, with a preference for sectors like banks and pharma and a gradual approach to adding equities. On the other hand, Nomura, Goldman Sachs and UBS remain cautious, citing rising oil prices, weak foreign flows and global risks that could weigh on growth and market returns in the near term.
Coal India's arm CMPDIL raises ₹470 cr via anchor investors ahead of IPO
Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDIL), an arm of state-owned Coal India, on Wednesday said it has mobilised Rs 470 crore from anchor investors, ahead of its initial share-sale opening for public subscription. Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), Nippon India Mutual Fund (MF), Edelweiss MF, ICICI Prudential MF, Baring Private Equity India Fund, General Insurance Corporation of India and Edelweiss Life Insurance Corporation are among the anchor investors, according to a circular uploaded on BSE's website. Also, Societe Generale, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas Financial Markets participated in the anchor round. As per the circular, the state-owned firm allotted 2.73 crore equity shares to 22 funds at Rs 172 per piece, aggregating the transaction size to Rs 469.74 crore. Of these funds, LIC has been allocated shares to the tune of Rs 105 crore. CMPDIL's Rs 1,842-crore initial public offering (IPO) will open for subscription on March 20 and conclude on March 24. T
Too early to call market bottom; prefer gradual investing via SIPs and funds: Anand Shah
Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC, which manages funds worth ₹28,318 crore as of February 28, 2026, advises investors to avoid deploying cash aggressively as markets may not have bottomed yet. He recommends gradual allocation through SIPs or staggered investments, using a mix of ETFs and mutual funds rather than direct stock picking. Amid inflation, rising energy prices, and global shifts, Shah prefers value over growth and asset-heavy businesses. Commodity producers may benefit, while consumers like autos could face pressure.
Shareholder Lock-in: Urban Company, ICICI Prudential AMC among cos to become eligible for trading this week
More than 100 crore shares across nine recently listed companies are set to become eligible for trading this week as their respective shareholder lock-in periods expire. Among the companies where shares will become tradable are Urban Company, ICICI Prudential Asset Management Co, Aye Finance, and Fractal Analytics, though the expiry of the lock-in does not necessarily mean that all eligible shares will be sold in the open market.
Private banks may outperform PSUs after rally; ICICI Bank, Kotak among top picks: Digant Haria
Private sector banks could outperform PSU banks after a strong rally in public lenders, according to Digant Haria of GreenEdge Wealth Services. He said PSU banks benefited from improving asset quality and growth cycles, but valuations now favour private lenders. Haria prefers large private banks such as ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Axis Bank. He also sees opportunities in microfinance firms and gold loan companies like Muthoot Finance and IIFL Finance. 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.