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....

FSN E-Commerce Ventures (Nykaa) is a leading specialty platform for beauty and personal care (BPC) products, bringing brands, consumers and discovery together in one focused ecosystem.

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....

We expect CGCL’s valuation multiple to remain stable, supported by improving return ratios, adequate capital buffers, and earnings visibility. The assigned multiple aligns with current trading levels and reflects a balance between growth and regulatory discipline inherent to NBFCs.

VOLT highlighted that RAC volume remained under pressure in 3QFY26 due to higher channel inventory (~45 days) and a strong winter, though the YoY decline has moderated and there are multiple levers (GST rate cut increase affordability, energy label changes) to drive demand going forward.

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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;...

In the domestic motorcycle market, management looks to revive the lost market share, aided by new launches that include three Pulsar variants, a new 125cc model, and a few other premium models.

Q4FY25 Performance: Siemens reported decent print for Q4FY25 results, order inflows up 10% YoY at 4800 crore taking the order book to 42253 crore. The company registered revenue of 5171 crore, up 16% YoY. EBITDA grew 13% to 617 crore, EBITDA margins down 30 bps YoY to 11.9%. Consequently, PAT came in at 485 crore, down 7% YoY on lower other income. PAT margins at 9.2% down 197 bps YoY. From a segmental perspective, Smart Infrastructure (53% of revenue mix), Mobility (22%), Digital (21%) and Low Voltage (5%) segment revenues grew by 20%,...

Siemens (SIEM) in its analyst meet highlighted healthy growth traction in the smart infrastructure segment and the possibility of improved revenue growth and margin profile for the mobility segment as locomotive delivery commences.

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...

While increased competition in g-Revlmid would weigh on DRRD’s near-term performance, the company is implementing efforts to improve growth prospects over the next 2-3 years.

India Cements (ICEM) has seen it all – from M&A-led buoyancy (over past few years) to a more recent overhang of stakesale by new promoter UltraTech Cement (UTCEM; to comply with minimum public shareholding norms).

Siemens Energy India (SEI) has seen a strong year anchored by the transmission segment. Margin has expanded by 660bps over the past two years to 19.3%, aided by a better mix, improved pricing and rising export contribution.

In domestic sales, premium bikes and commercial vehicles demonstrated strong performance owing to the festive season. This trend is expected to continue along with benefits due to a reduction in GST rates. Demand for transportation in middle India is surging, and the company anticipates the three-wheeler strategies to continue to drive growth, enabling Bajaj Auto to outperform the industry. The recently launched e-rickshaw, along with the fit-for-purpose' portfolio, is expected to further enhance profit and drive revenue in the future. However, supply-chain...