JSW Cement’s (JSWC) 2QFY26 EBITDA was above our estimates, driven by higher volume and lower opex/t vs. our estimates.

Craftsman’s 2QFY26 consol PAT of INR912m was ahead of our estimate of INR863m, aided by better-than-expected revenue growth, especially in the aluminum segment.

Bajaj Finance (BAF)’s PAT grew 23% YoY to ~INR49.5b in 2QFY26 (in line). PAT in 1HFY26 grew at ~23% YoY and we expect PAT in 2HFY26 to grow at ~19% YoY.

Somany Ceramics Ltd.'s (SCL) Q2FY26 result was below our estimates on key parameters. The company reported muted sales volume as Northern markets were weak due to excess rains. Further, the domestic market witnessed higher sales volume being captured by local players due to a substantial price differential resulting from poor quality and high levels of tax/duty evasion. This high level of evasion was expected to go down post-GST, but has persisted. On a positive note, the industry's overall export pickup (up 7% based on five months of data) is significant because it means a lot of Morbi players will start re-exporting,...

Nilkamal Ltd.'s (NILK) Q2FY26 result was ahead of our estimates on key parameters. The B2B segment of the Company achieved a growth of 18% in value & 13% in volume terms. Material Handling Business grew by 20%. The Mattress and Foam Business grew by 65% in Q2FY26 through diverse product offerings, brand engagement initiatives and market presence through higher channel partners. The Bubbleguard business grew by 23%, Nilkamal Edge - Institutional furniture business witness de growth of 2% while furniture trade business grew by 6%. The Retail & E-commerce segment clocked turnover of Rs110crs a growth...

Prince Pipes' Q2FY26 result was below our estimate on net sales, however, EBITDA and PAT were beat to our estimates. The management reiterated that the market continued to face a challenging environment primarily due to volatility in PVC resin prices and weak overall demandr conditions. Key end-user segments like infrastructure and real estate saw subdued activity, largely affected by an extended and uneven monsoon season that disrupted construction schedules. The agriculture segment also experienced softer demand as erratic rainfall patterns impacted farmrelated activities. Further, the delay in implementing the anti-dumping duty created uncertainty among channel partners, adding pressure on domestic PVC prices....

We maintain our HOLD on the stock and recommend a BUY on dips strategy.

GCPL is set for a stronger H2FY26 with recovery in Personal Wash post-GST cut and continued momentum in Household Insecticides and Hair Colour.

Aurobindo Pharma delivered a steady quarter, with revenue growth driven mainly by formulations, particularly Europe and a stable US base supported by new product launches.

Management expects demand recovery in H2FY26, supported by festive consumption, rural improvement, and easing input costs.