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*over or under performance to benchmark index We retain a cautious stance on Muthoot Finance despite its solid operating performance. The company continues to benefit from its strong gold-loan franchise and supportive industry tailwinds; however, intensifying competition in the segment...

Consolidated revenue increased 9% YoY to Rs.4032 cr on strong PV, industrial and defence performance with stable overseas operations, whereas standalone revenue fell 12% YoY in Q2FY26 due to weak CV exports amid a North American...

*over or under performance to benchmark index Mankind Pharma is an Indian multinational pharmaceutical and healthcare product company, headquartered in New Delhi. The company has products in therapeutic areas...

The company delivered robust revenue and profitability in Q2FY26, driven by significant growth in core online insurance and new initiatives. Notably, annual recurring revenue (ARR) witnessed substantial YoY growth, a key driver of long-term profit expansion. The company's Point of Sale Person (PoSP) business has diversified, with a balanced mix of motor and non-motor products, and its increasing market share is expected to bolster future performance. Furthermore, it aims to achieve Rs. 1 trillion in premiums. Given its diversified business, expanding market share and strong positioning, the company is...

Power Mech offers strong multi-year growth visibility with a YTD order book of over 9.7x TTM revenues and healthy inflows across EPC, O&M, and BOP segments. The mining (MDO) business is set to become a key profitability driver, scaling from 250cr in FY26 to 2,000cr annually by FY28. While thermal power continues to support order book growth, diversification into steel plants, railways, data centers, and renewables adds new growth levers. With margin...

Reported PAT increased 197.6% YoY to Rs. 277cr owing to higher topline and lower finance costs (-10.5% YoY). The company's focus on value-over-volume strategy and premiumisation helped services tax rates on cement to 18% from 28%, which is expected to boost cement demand in the long term. Additionally, stable employment and low inflation are expected to boost demand, driving growth in infrastructure development and the housing sector, which will be favourable for cement demand. The company's focus on increasing the share of green power is expected to drive its growth better...

Our positive stance on One 97 Communications (PAYTM) remains intact on the back of its significant earnings growth potential, stemming from: likely growth in payments and loan distribution margin expansion prospects from a combination of product upgrades, improving UPI mix towards chargeable products, savings initiatives and operating leverage.

We met the management of Radico Khaitan. Dilip Banthiya, CFO, and Saket Somani, Vice President – Finance and Investor Relations, shed light on the company’s aspirations, growth path, and margin development.

In Q2FY26, Lupin reported a consolidated revenue of Rs. 7,048cr, up 24.2% YoY, Lupin's India segment revenue rose 3.4% YoY to Rs. 2,078cr, led by an 8.8% growth in Rx business, strong chronic therapy momentum and robust volume growth,...

Gas volume rose 9.2% YoY to 4.593 million metric standard cubic metres per day (mmscmd), comprising the supply of 3.255 mmscmd compressed natural gas (CNG; +7.1% YoY) and 0.582 mmscmd domestic piped natural gas (PNG; +9.8%),...

Q2FY26 Result: Standalone revenues for the quarter came in at 1,947 crore down 13% YoY, amidst an 12% de-growth in tonnage at 56,457 tonnes. Standalone EBITDA in Q2FY26 stood at 551 crore, with consequent margins placed at 28.3%,...

Vishnu Chemicals (VCL) completed the acquisition of the chrome ore mine for ~USD10mn on a debt-free, cash-free, and liability-free basis on 21-Nov-25. VCL’s wholly owned subsidiary would own 74% of the mining entity and 100% of the chrome beneficiation plant, along with mining and infrastructure assets.

We interacted with the senior management of Star Cement (Star), for a deep dive into their growth plans and competitive scenario in the Northeast.

EBITDA increased 28.8% YoY to Rs. 667cr. EBITDA margin expanded 340bps YoY to 59.8%, driven by strong growth in revenue. Phoenix Mills delivered a strong performance in Q2FY26, driven by resilient retail consumption, improving occupancy across office assets and strong traction in *over or under performance to benchmark index residential sales. A strategic focus on experiential retail through concepts such as Gourmet Village, along with expansions into new geographies, is expected to further enhance footfalls and brand visibility. The office portfolio is witnessing robust...

Vedanta Ltd. had a healthy financial performance in Q2FY26 due to robust revenue growth and disciplined execution across its diversified segments. Despite a mixed macro environment, there was healthy traction in the aluminium, zinc and power segments. Its focus on environmental stewardship, community development and sustainable growth is expected to enhance its reputation. With multiple growth...

Tatva Chintan is transitioning into a stronger growth phase primarily driven by SDA recovery, clearer electrolyte-salt commercialization, scalable agro/pharma pipelines, and a structurally high-entry-barrier semiconductor opportunity.

*over or under performance to benchmark index FMEG's revenue increased 13.8% YoY to Rs. 452cr, on rising demand from most categories. Solar performed well on the back of strong demand under central and state solar rooftop incentive schemes. Demand was, however, tepid in fans. 15.8% due to strong profitability in the W&C segment and operational efficiencies. Reported PAT grew 55.6% YoY to Rs. 693cr on account of growth in the topline,...

We attended MM’s analyst meet in Mumbai on 20th Nov’25. The company has a clear long-term roadmap for each of its businesses: SUVs and LCVs – targets to deliver 8x growth over FY20-30; and Farm – 3x revenue growth over FY20-30.

MMFS shared its long-term aspiration to position itself as the most trusted financial services partner for Bharat, leveraging its over three-decade operating history, deep rural presence across 500k villages, and a 12m strong customer base.