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Consolidated revenue stood at Rs 49,463 crore, rising 3.3% q-o-q/ 28.5% y-o-y beating our estimates of Rs 48,205 crore, driven by strong performance in India and rebound in Africa on reported currency.

Reported revenue stood at $150.7 million down 1.8% q-o-q/6% y-o-y in constant currency (CC), in-line with our estimates due to macroeconomic headwinds, project completions, and some insourcing by clients.

Standalone numbers were strong with a revenue growth of 35% led by higher T&D sales though water and railways business slowed down.

Net earnings were in line with estimates (rising 20.6% y-o-y and down 10.3% q-o-q) to Rs. 1,136 crore driven by growth in NII & other income and a lower opex run rate, however higher credit costs partially offset growth.

VRL Logistics (VRL)’s revenue grew 2% YoY to ~INR7.4b (-8% QoQ), in line with our estimate. Volume dipped 13% YoY to 0.93m tonnes, while realization improved 17% YoY to INR7,852/tonne, driven by price hikes.

Prince Pipes and Fittings (PRINCPIP) reported a muted quarter amid the ongoing challenges of volatile pricing and the early onset of monsoon, affecting demand.

In 1QFY26, Page Industries (PAGE) reported weaker revenue growth of 3% YoY, with volume growth of 2% (est. 9%; 8.5% in 4QFY25) to 58.6m units.

We initiated coverage on Niva Bupa in Apr’25 highlighting the faster-thanindustry growth momentum, product innovation capabilities, high standards of customer servicing and its focus on strengthening profitability.

In 1QFY26, LIC reported net premium income of INR1.2t (in line), up 5% YoY. Renewal premium grew 6% YoY to INR599b, while first-year/single premium grew 1%/4% YoY to INR75b/INR519b.

Kirloskar Oil Engines’ (KOEL) 1QFY26 result was above our expectations, driven by higher growth in the powergen segment and improved margin. Genset demand has been recovering in key segments and the B2C segment for KOEL too has now stabilized.