*over or under performance to benchmark index to Rs. 64,562cr, supported by strong credit demand, improved pricing, and sus Pre-provision operating profit decreased 6.8% YoY to Rs. 27,311cr, led by a 12.3%...
Apollo Tyres Ltd manufactures tyres and tubes for cars, trucks, farm equipment and light commercial vehicles under two global brands, Apollo and Vredestein, sold in the Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Europe....
Bank of Maharashtra (BoM), established in 1935, is one of India's leading public sector banks, offering a wide range of banking and financial services. The bank plays a vital role in supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and has a...
The NII of SBI Cards grew in double digits, reflecting improved portfolio mix and funding efficiency. It delivered a steady performance due to expanding co-branding partnerships, strong digital engagement and disciplined portfolio management. The management reiterated guidance for steady new account additions and stable margins, aided by improved collections, cost control and declining credit costs. Continued focus on innovation, AI-driven underwriting and UPI-linked card expansion is expected to strengthen customer acquisition and enhance profitability. However, rising competitive intensity in the credit card industry poses...
*over or under performance to benchmark index Delhivery Limited is India's largest fully integrated logistics provider. With a robust network spanning 18,700+ pin codes, 45 automated sort centres, and 73,000+ team...
BFL reported strong total income growth and profitability during the quarter, due to *over or under performance to benchmark index higher interest income and operational efficiency measures. The reduction in unsecured MSME loan volumes is a prudent move, which is expected to improve the company's loan loss metrics in the second half of the year and beyond. The recent GST rate revision has boosted customer sentiment, leading to increased consumption and a strong seasonal outlook. Additionally, the captive 2 and 3 wheeler business, which accounts for a significant portion of loan losses, is being...
Nippon AMC delivered strong Q2FY26 financial performance, driven by robust revenue growth, improving profitability and expanding margins. The growth drivers included growing financialisation of savings, gains in market share and growth in the digital business, which are expected to continue propelling growth. Expansion into new product categories and growing presence in global markets are expected to drive growth as well. Also, SEBI's recent consultation paper on mutual funds is likely to have only a minimal financial impact, with Nippon AMC well-positioned to...
*over or under performance to benchmark index coolers resulted in deterioration in gross margin. Revenue of GSK China, though, rose 31% YoY to Rs. 32cr, on account of sustained strong sales, with the accrued cash directed towards repaying debt. Revenue of its now discontinued operations of IMPCO in Mexico also rose 69% YoY to Rs. 17cr, owing to an expanding washing machine distribution network in the country and Climate Holding in Australia increased 17% YoY to Rs. 35cr on account of its transition to an asset-light model, expansion of the product slate and cost optimization measures....
The company's performance during the quarter was disappointing, due to unfavorable market conditions. Its key segments underperformed, impacted by weak demand for its products across regions, except for India. However, the European business has shown encouraging margin improvement, driven by a favorable product mix. The company expects this momentum to continue, with the business poised to achieve profitability in the near future. Furthermore, the company's prudent capital expenditure investments in expanding its Indian capacity...
UPL's strong Q2FY26 performance was characterised by broad-based operational improvement and margin accretion. With volume driving growth in both Global Protection and Advanta, the company enters H2FY26 with a healthier demand backdrop, normalised channel inventories and improved cost competitiveness. Management highlighted sustained traction in herbicidies and fungicidies, Advanta's integration with the post-harvest business continues to accelerate synergy benefits, and Superform's rising share of speciality chemicals strengthens diversification....
Cipla Ltd delivered a steady Q2FY26 performance, supported by strong branded generics in India and continued leadership in its US respiratory business (albuterol MDI). The company's strategic focus on high-growth therapies such as obesity and diabetes (exclusive launch of Tirzepatide Yurpeak in India) underpins its long-term growth potential. However, near-term challenges remain, including the anticipated revenue erosion from the Revlimid cliff, increased R&D intensity weighing on margins, and execution risk related to timely approvals, which could limit earnings visibility and margin recovery in the medium term, thereby warranting a more...
The current order backlog is at Rs.1,916cr, which is ~1.6x FY26E projected sales. Anticipated order inflow for H2FY26 is at Rs1,000cr, while on a YTD basis, order inflow is Rs.376cr. The order pipeline looks promising, with potential opportunities within AMPL's total addressable market of Rs.25,000cr by FY28....
400-500 beds, supported by capacity expansion in Noida and Jalandhar. Fortis is targeting an EBITDA margin of 25% in the hospital business for the next couple of years. Additionally, the international patients segment is...
~39.0, driven by strong volumes in high-realisation segments such as Pharma and F&F. Consequently, the EBITDA margin expanded by 110 bps YoY. Looking ahead, we expect higher volumes and revenue driven by pent-up deF&F segments. We project a topline CAGR of 15.4% over FY25AFY27E, with earnings expected...
The Healthcare Services segment logged a 10.2% YoY revenue growth to Rs. 3,217cr, primarily fuelled by an increase in the insurance and cash patients, which accounted for 86% of the inpatient hospital revenue. Notably, the average revenue...
IndiGo plans to add 158 pilots by Feb and 742 pilots by end-2026, which could escalate hiring costs amid intense industry competition Management has revised Q3 capacity growth guidance to high single digits for the peak season. However, near-term flight cancellations and elevated cost pressures are expected to weigh on FY26 earnings. IndiGo is expected to face heightened regulatory scrutiny and stricter compliance requirements in the near term, while the government is likely to promote greater competition and ensure operational stability. We downgrade our FY27E & FY28E earnings estimates by 43.1% & 10% to factor in the near term headwinds related to 10% cut in schedule, near...
The management expects LNG demand to increase in India, on the back of a rise in the sourcing of natural gas across industries. Also, the expansion of the Dahej capacity is on track, with commissioning by March 2026, and discussions are underway with existing and new suppliers to secure additional volume. KochiBengaluru pipeline connectivity is expected to be completed in FY26 as well, which should gradually improve utilisation levels. The company anticipates a significant acceleration in the execution of a petchem project in H2FY26 as well. Its Gopalpur terminal project is also progressing well, with land acquisition nearing completion;...
The management expects NIM to improve from Q4 onwards driven by the benefits from lower costs of term deposits. The EEB segment saw a sequential decline in SMA-1 and SMA-2 balances, indicating initial signs of improvement in asset quality, which is expected to reflect in the coming quarters. The bank is also focusing on strengthening its digital and government ecosystem partnerships, driving Current Account Savings Account (CASA) growth and enhancing customer engagement to...