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Supports Respected! Nifty Closes Above 19,400 – Post-Market Analysis

NIFTY started the day at 19,383 with a gap-down of 44 points. Within just 10min of opening, the index fell nearly 130 points to 19,260— breaching the support zones of 19,300. After the fake breakdown, Nifty moved up sharply by nearly 200 points throughout the day to 19,460 levels. Nifty closed at 19,434, up by 6.25 points or 0.03% 

Nifty chart Aug 14 - post-market analysis

BANK NIFTY (BNF) started the day at 44,066 with a small gap-down of 132 points. In the first 10min, the index fell over 300 points to 43,770 levels. It then slowly moved up to 44,200 levels— a rally of more than 430 points from the day’s low. BNF closed at 44,090, down by 108 points or 0.24%. 

Bank Nifty chart Aug 14 - post-market analysis

All other indices except Nifty Media (+0.8%), Nifty IT (+0.68%), and Nifty FMCG (+0.49%) closed in the red. Nifty Metal (-2.1%) fell the most. 

Major Asian markets closed in the red. European markets are currently trading mixed.

Today’s Moves

LTIMindtree (+1.68%) was NIFTY50’s top gainer on the back of strong volumes.

Olectra Greentech (+9.59%) broke its 5-day losing streak, surging up to 10% today.

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (+7.6%) jumped after the company’s Chairman Sanjeev Singhal said he anticipates a strong FY25 with major order deliveries.

Adani Ent (-3.29%) was NIFTY50’s top loser. Other Adani Group stocks also fell sharply after Deloitte Haskins & Sells resigned as the statutory auditor of Adani Ports.

Nykaa (-8.14%) crashed after several brokerage firms highlighted challenges in the company’s growth in their post-earnings stock reviews. 

Markets Ahead

As mentioned earlier, the markets were weak, and a flat or gap-down opening could take the indices further down. And that’s what happened today. After the gap-down, Nifty went on to hit our target of 19,300, and Bank Nifty was in our volatile zone.

Nifty: There is strong buying from 19,300 levels, but the markets can still be bearish until the 19,500 resistance is breached. In that case, the index may turn bullish and go on to hit targets of 19,630. If today’s swing of 19,350 is breached, the index will test 19,300 again, and if that’s broken, Nifty can fall to bigger targets of 19,200 and 18,900 in the coming weeks.

Bank Nifty: The index is looking weaker than Nifty, and is still in our volatile zone between 44,500 and 43,400. Bank Nifty can continue to be volatile and hit stop losses on both sides, so wait for this range to be broken.

Finnifty: The index moved in a similar pattern as Bank Nifty today. Being expiry today, it was relatively easy for non-directional option sellers as the IV (which spiked initially) was cooling off gradually.

Meanwhile, India’s retail inflation surged 7.44% on an annual basis in July, compared to 4.81% in June. The sharp rise can be attributed to a steeper-than-expected increase in vegetable prices (especially tomatoes) over the past month.

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Can We Get a Follow-up? – Pre Market Analysis

Here are some of the major updates that could move the markets today:

Stocks

LTIMindtree has reported consolidated net profit of Rs 1,151 crore for the quarter ended June, which is higher by 4% year-on-year.

Tata Elxsi has posted a meagre 2% rise in net profit at Rs 189 crore for the first quarter ended June. Revenue from operations during the quarter, however, rose 17%.

HPCL said India’s gasoline demand will likely recover from late August, while diesel consumption is expected to stay weak.

What to Expect Today?

NIFTY opened flat at 19,590 and rallied. There was a huge up-move once BN joined and short covering took Nifty to another all-time high. The index closed at 19,711, up by 147 points or 0.75%.

BANK NIFTY opened with a small gap-up at 44,965 and moved down. The index consolidated in a range for a long time and then gave a quick rally. BN closed at 45,450, up by 630 points or 1.41%.

IT moved up by 0.31%.

The US markets closed higher and the European markets closed in the red.

The Asian markets are trading mixed.

The U.S. Futures and European futures are trading lower.

GIFT NIFTY is trading higher at 19,773.

All the factors combined indicate a flat to gap-up opening.

NIFTY has supports at 19,600, 19,500 and 19,450. We can expect resistances at 19,750 and 19,800.

BANK NIFTY has supports at 45,370, 45,230 and 45,000. Resistances are at 45,650, 45,800 and 46,000.

NIFTY has the highest call OI build-up at 20,000. The highest put OI build-up is at 19,600. 

BANK NIFTY has the highest call OI build-up at 45,500. The highest put OI build-up is at 45,000.

Foreign Institutional Investors net-bought shares worth Rs 70 crores. Domestic Institutional Investors also net-bought shares worth 60 crores.

INDIA VIX spiked by 6% to 11.3.

It was a huge rally that happened yesterday and Bank Nifty has covered the entire range of red candles with a single green candle. One day is all it took to kill the bears. Let us see if there is a follow-up.

NF is approaching 20K. As you know, it took a long period for NF to reach 19K from 18K and it seems like NF is compensating for the same.

HDFC has fired up after the results came out better than expected despite a rise in NPA.

Since it is an unexplored terrain, we do not know where resistances in Nifty are. Let us closely watch the resistances in Bank Nifty. 

Looking at the structure, it could be a buy-on-dip day as it is huge buying that is happening.

Traders with bearish view will have to stick to their small SL plan today to avoid extending their losses.

I will watch 19,600 on the downside in NIFTY. 19,800 can be watched on the upside.

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HDFC Bank’s Net Profit Rises 30% YoY to Rs 11,952Cr in Q1- Top Indian Market Updates

Here are some of the major updates that could move the markets tomorrow:

HDFC Bank Q1 Results: Net profit jumps 30% YoY to Rs 11,952 crore

HDFC Bank reported a 30% YoY jump in net profit to ₹11,952 crore for the quarter ended June (Q1 FY24); meeting street estimates. The total income for the quarter increased 39% YoY to ₹57,817 crore. The net interest income (NII) rose 21% YoY to ₹23,599 crore during the same period. The bank’s gross non-performing asset (NPA) declined to 1.17% against 1.28% in Q1 FY23. This is the first earnings of the bank following its merger with HDFC. 

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Ashok Leyland wins defence orders worth Rs 800 crore

Ashok Leyland has secured significant orders in the defence sector. The orders are collectively valued at ₹800 crore. The contracts awarded also include the procurement of the Field Artillery Tractor (FAT 4×4) and the Gun Towing Vehicle (GTV 6×6). The FAT 4×4 and GTV 6×6 are specialised vehicles employed by the Indian Artillery for towing light and medium guns, respectively.

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LTIMindtree Q1 Results: Net profit jumps 4% YoY to Rs 1,151 crore

LTIMindtree reported a 4% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to ₹1,151 crore in Q1 FY24. Its revenue from operations rose 14% YoY to ₹8,702 crore. EBITDA rose 9% YoY to ₹1,635 crore during Q1. The company has added 19 clients in the quarter, taking the total number of active clients to 723. The deal wins for the first quarter stood at $1.41 billion.

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Reliance Brands to buy kidswear range for ₹300 crore: Report

According to an Economic Times report, Reliance Brands is planning to buy Ed-a-Mamma, a kidswear brand promoted by actress Alia Bhatt. Talks between Reliance and Ed-a-Mamma are in the final stages and an agreement is likely in the next 7-10 days. The brand has been selling largely through online platforms like FirstCry, AJIO, Myntra, Amazon, and Tata CLIQ, apart from its own webstore. Reliance Brands is part of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL).

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Tata Elxsi Q1 Results: Net Profit up 2% YoY to Rs 189 cr

Tata Elxsi reported a 2% YoY increase in net profit to ₹189 crore in Q1 FY24. Its operating revenue stood at ₹850 crore, up 17% YoY in Q1. The company’s EBITDA also rose 4.15 YoY to ₹230 crore. Its financial performance was also altered due to the increase in the Effective Tax Rate (ETR). The increment was on account of lower tax exemption due to the completion of 5 years for 2 of its Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units.

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GQG acquires 5.96% stake in Patanjali Foods via OFS

GQG Partners bought a 5.96% (2.15 crore shares) stake in Patanjali Foods on July 14. The stocks were bought through the stock exchange settlement process via an offer for sale (OFS). Last week, Patanjali Foods concluded a 7% stake sale, with the promoter group stake falling to 73.82% from 80.82% earlier, meeting the minimum shareholding norms.

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L&T’s construction unit bags ‘large’ orders from UP Water and Sanitation Mission

Larsen and Toubro’s subsidiary L&T Construction has secured orders for water supply-related works. The orders are from the Uttar Pradesh government and NTPC, with an approximate value of ₹2,500-5000 crore. The order is for constructing a water supply scheme in Ballia and Firozabad districts in Uttar Pradesh. The projects are aimed at providing safe and potable drinking water to 50.85 lakh rural citizens in the two districts.

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USFDA recommends no regulatory action for Aurobindo Pharma’s Andhra Pradesh unit

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd received an Establishment Inspection Report (EIR) from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA). The company’s Andhra Pradesh unit received the EIR with a ‘Voluntary Action Indicated’ status. The VAI inspection classification indicates that investigators found and documented objectionable conditions during the inspection. However, no regulatory or enforcement action is recommended.

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Sheela Foam to pick 94.66% in Kurlon for Rs 2,150 cr

Sheela Foam is set to acquire a 94.66% stake in Kurlon Enterprise. The company will acquire Kurlon at a valuation of ₹2,150 crore. Additionally, Sheela Foam has purchased a controlling stake in the furniture rental company Furlenco. The company would infuse a primary fund of ₹300 crore to buy a 35% stake in Furlenco at a valuation of ₹857 crore. 

Sheela Foam will fund the acquisition through a mix of equity, internal accruals, and debt. 

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PNGRB rejects Adani’s application for Noida city gas licence

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has rejected Adani Total Gas Ltd’s application for a licence to retail CNG to automobiles. The application to retail piped gas to household kitchens in Noida and on the outskirts of New Delhi has also been rejected. The rejection comes as the company does not meet the criteria. Adani has been eyeing a city gas distribution (CGD) licence for cities adjoining the national capital for nearly two decades now.

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Indian Oil signs long-term LNG import deals with ADNOC LNG, TotalEnergies

Indian Oil Corp has signed long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) import deals with United Arab Emirates’ s Abu Dhabi Gas Liquefaction Co Ltd (ADNOC LNG) and France’s TotalEnergies. The company signed both deals during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Visit to France and UAE last week. ADNOC LNG would supply up to 1.2 million metric tonnes per year of LNG to IOC for 14 years.

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LTIMindtree to Replace HDFC in Nifty 50 From July 13 – Top Indian Market Updates

Here are some of the major updates that could move the markets tomorrow:

LTIMindtree to replace HDFC in Nifty50 from July 13

LTIMindtree will replace HDFC in the Nifty 50 index following its merger with HDFC Bank. The change will come into effect on July 13. HDFC Ltd will stop trading from July 13. Nuvama’s preliminary calculations expect LTIMindree to see an inflow of $150 million to $160 million. IT firm LTIMindtree is a subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro Ltd.

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SBI gets approval for buyout of SBICAPS stake in SVL for Rs 708 crore

The Executive Committee of the Central Board (ECCB) of State Bank of India (SBI) has approved the acquisition of the entire stake held by SBI Capital Markets Ltd in SBICAP Ventures Ltd (SVL) for ₹708 crore. SBI Capital Markets Ltd (SBICAPS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SBI. The reason behind SBI’s acquisition of SVL is for better governance.

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Indian Oil to consider fundraise via rights issue on July 7

Indian Oil Corporation’s (IOC) board is planning to consider raising capital. The capital raise will be through a rights issue of equity shares. The company will use the funds to meet the capital expenditure plan for its various projects. The company plans to host the board meeting on July 7.

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REC set to raise $1 billion via loans

REC Ltd plans to raise about $1 billion through term loans to help fund infrastructure projects. The external commercial borrowing is split into two tranches, with the first expected to close this month amounting to $505 million. The company expects to raise the second tranche of $520 million in August, as it has applied to the RBI for approval.

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Sun Pharma promoter creates pledge on 51.30 lakh shares on June 30

Sun Pharma created a pledge of 51.3 lakh equity shares on June 30, 2023. The company has pledged the shares in favour of Tata Capital Financial Services. The promoters have a shareholding of 54.48 %. Some large promoters of the company are Dilip Shanghvi with 9.6% shareholding, Shanghvi Finance Private Ltd with 40.3% shareholding, and AdityaMedisales Ltd with 1.67% shareholding.

Pledging of shares means taking a loan against the securities you own.

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IDFC-IDFC First Bank merger gets board approval

IDFC First Bank has received approval from its board of directors for a merger with IDFC Ltd. The share exchange ratio for the amalgamation will be 155 equity shares of the face value of ₹10 each fully paid-up of IDFC First Bank for every 100 equity shares of the face value of ₹10 each fully paid-up of IDFC Ltd. The bank’s standalone book value per share would increase by 4.9%, as calculated on audited financials as of March 31, 2023.

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HPL Electric bags orders worth Rs 903 crore for smart meters

HPL Electric and Power Ltd (HPL) has secured orders worth ₹903 crores for smart meters. With this contract, the company’s total pending pipeline order book stands at over ₹2,250 crores. HPL Electric claims these smart meters contribute to a greener and more sustainable future by empowering consumers and utilities to optimise energy usage.

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Adani Green Energy to consider fundraise on July 6

Adani Green Energy will hold a board meeting to discuss and approve a fundraising proposal. The proposal involves issuing equity shares or other eligible securities through different methods, including private placement, qualified institutions placement, and preferential issue. However, the specific details regarding the amount to be raised and its utilisation are undisclosed. 

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Chalet Hotels to raise up to Rs 600 crore

Chalet Hotels’ board of directors has approved raising funds of up to ₹500 crores. The purpose of this fundraising is to refinance the company’s high-cost debt. The company plans to raise the funds through non-convertible debentures (NCDs) or other debt instruments in multiple tranches. Additionally, the board has also authorised raising funds of up to ₹100 crores by borrowing from the company’s promoters. These funds will be utilised to cover expenses related to the residential project in Koramangala, Bengaluru.

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Tata Steel’s NINL plant reaches 100% capacity utilisation within 1 year of acquisition

Tata Steel’s NINL plant has reached 100% capacity utilisation within one year of its acquisition by the company. The company completed the acquisition of Neelachal Ispat Nigam Ltd (NINL) through its subsidiary Tata Steel Long Products Ltd (TSLPL) for a consideration of ₹12,000 crores. After being shut down for almost three years, operations at the NINL unit were started by Tata Steel in October 2023.

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Biocon Biologics launches biosimilar adalimumab in US

Biocon’s subsidiary Biocon Biologics has launched a biosimilar version of AbbVie’s top-selling biologic Humira in the US market under the brand HULIO. Adalimumab is used to treat certain inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Humira contributed $21.2 billion in sales to AbbVie for 2022, making it the world’s top-selling non-COVID prescription drug until recently.

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Hero MotoCorp commences Harley-Davidson X440 bookings

Hero MotoCorp has started bookings for the Harley-Davidson X440 motorcycle across the country with deliveries expected to commence from October onwards. The 440-cc bike is being manufactured by Hero MotoCorp at its Neemrana plant. X440 is the smallest and most affordable Harley-Davidson bike to come to India ever since the Street 750. 

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HAL, GE Aerospace to Produce Fighter Jet Engines for IAF – Top Indian Market Updates

Here are some of the major updates that could move the markets tomorrow:

GE Aerospace signs pact with HAL to produce F414 fighter jet engines for IAF

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has signed a Memorandum of Association (MoU) with GE Aerospace to manufacture fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force (IAF). The agreement aims to bolster defence collaboration between the two nations. It encompasses the possibility of joint production in India of GE Aerospace’s F414 engines, pending export authorization from the US government.

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Fortis Healthcare sells hospital to Kauvery for Rs 152 crore

Fortis Healthcare Ltd has announced the sale of its hospital operations in Vadapalani, Chennai. Sri Kauvery Medical Care (India) Ltd will acquire the business for a sum of ₹152 crore in an all-cash deal. The transaction is expected to be finalised by the end of July 2023, pending the fulfilment of specific conditions outlined in the agreement. The hospital became operational in October 2020.

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Thermax subsidiary commissions wind-solar hybrid captive power plant in Gujarat

Thermax Ltd’s subsidiary First Energy Private Limited (FEPL) has successfully inaugurated a cutting-edge wind-solar hybrid captive power plant in Gujarat, India. The facility has a total capacity of 45.80 MW. It harnesses 24.3 MW from wind energy and 21.50 MW from solar energy, enabling a significant reduction of approximately 1,11,700 tonnes of carbon emissions each year.

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MM Forgings to spend upto ₹750 crore in EV business

MM Forgings plans to invest between ₹500-750 crore in the next five years in its EV business. The company’s foray into the EV sector aligns with its commitment to innovation and adaptability. MM Forgings plans to leverage its existing expertise in forging and machining to manufacture components for electric vehicles. This strategic expansion will not only enable the company to diversify its product portfolio but also contribute to the ongoing sustainability efforts within the automotive industry.

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PNB Housing Finance to consider fundraise upto Rs 5,000 cr via NCDs

PNB Housing Finance’s board has arranged a meeting on June 22 to discuss and finalize the issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) worth up to Rs 5,000 crore through private placement. The company specialises in providing various loans to retail customers, such as individual home loans, loans against property, non-resident property loans, and more. 

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Venus Remedies gets approval for marketing meropenem drug in Spain

Venus Remedies Ltd has obtained regulatory approval to market its popular generic product, Meropenem, in Spain. Meropenem is used to treat skin and abdominal infections. The company received clearance to sell Meropenem through its German subsidiary. Venus Remedies aims to capture a 10% market share in Spain’s meropenem market, which is valued at approximately $6.34 million in Europe.

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RVNL emerges lowest bidder for two orders worth ₹280 crore

Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd. (RVNL) has emerged as the lowest (L1) bidder for two packages offered by the Madhya Pradesh Poorv Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Ltd. (MPPKVVCL) in Jabalpur. The combined value of these two orders amounts to ₹280 crore. The first order entails the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of new 11 KV lines and LT lines on AB cable in the Chhatarpur circle of MPPKVVCL.

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L&T partners with DRDO for AIP systems for Indian Navy submarines

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has entered into a contract with the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) to develop two Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system modules for the Indian Navy’s Kalvari class submarines. AIP technology enables non-nuclear submarines to operate without relying on atmospheric oxygen. L&T’s involvement in the realisation of AIP modules will enhance the capabilities of these submarines in terms of extended underwater endurance and stealth operations.

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Glenmark Pharma’s manufacturing facility in North Carolina gets USFDA warning letter

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals’ manufacturing facility in Monroe, North Carolina, USA, has received a warning letter from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA). However, this development will not affect the current revenue generated from the plant as the company has not been selling any products from the site since August 2021. As a result, the warning letter will not have any impact on the company’s existing revenues.

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LTIMindtree launches generative AI platform

LTIMindtree has launched Canvas.ai, a powerful generative AI platform tailored for enterprises. Canvas.ai expedites the journey from concept to value for businesses. The platform enables organizations to quickly initiate and expand their generative AI capabilities. It incorporates a well-structured framework and robust governance measures, ensuring the proper management of proprietary and industry-specific data while prioritizing ethical use, sustainability, privacy, and security.

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Wipro’s Net Profit Falls in Q4 – Top Indian Market Updates

Here are some of the major updates that could move the markets tomorrow:

Wipro Q4 Results: Profit falls 0.4% YoY to Rs 3,074 crore

Wipro Ltd reported a 0.4% YoY fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,074 crore for Q4 FY23. Its revenue from operations rose 11% YoY to 23,190 crore during the same period. Revenue from IT Services rose 4% YoY to $2,823 million in Q4. Total order wins for the fourth quarter was up 29% YoY to $4.1 billion.

The IT company’s board has approved a buyback of shares through the tender offer at Rs 445 per share. Wipro will buy back nearly 26.9 crore shares from shareholders.

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Hinduja sole bidder for Reliance Capital with ₹9,650 cr offer 

IndusInd International Holdings (part of the Hinduja Group) was the sole bidder for Reliance Capital in a bankruptcy auction, offering ₹9,650 crore in upfront cash. Other potential bidders, Torrent Investments and Oaktree Capital, did not submit bids despite indicating earlier that they would participate. The auction process ended with no counteroffers. Hinduja’s offer represents a 41% recovery for lenders.

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Tech Mahindra Q4 Results: Net profit falls 25.8% YoY to Rs 1,118 crore

Tech Mahindra reported a 25.8% YoY decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,118 crore and an operating revenue of Rs 13,718 crore, up 13.2% YoY, for Q4 FY23. EBITDA declined 3.2% YoY to Rs 2,021 crore. The company’s board has approved a dividend of Rs 32 per share.

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Axis Bank Q4 Results: Net loss at Rs 5,728 crore

Axis Bank reported a loss of 5,278 crore for Q4 FY23 due to the acquisition of Citi India’s retail consumer business. The bank’s net interest income (NII) rose 33.1% YoY to Rs 11,742.2 crore. The gross non-performing asset (GNPA) ratio improved to 2.02% in Q4 FY23, compared to 2.3% in Q3 FY23. The board has recommended a dividend of Rs 1 per share.

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GCPL signs pact to buy Raymond Consumer Care’s FMCG business

Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) has signed an agreement to acquire Raymond’s Consumer Care business for Rs 2,825 crore in cash. The acquisition is expected to be completed by May 10, 2023. It will help increase GCPL’s presence in the male grooming space and foray into the sexual wellness category. The deal includes the trademarks of Park Avenue (for FMCG), KS, KamaSutra, and Premium through a slump sale.

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LTI Mindtree Q4 Results: Profit growth flat at Rs 1,114 crore

LTIMindtree reported a net profit of Rs 1,114 crore for Q4 FY23, which is flat compared with the same period last year. Revenue from operations rose 22% YoY to Rs 8,691 crore in Q4 FY23. Its order inflow for the quarter came in at $1.35 billion. The company’s board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 40 per equity share.

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MGL to expand into CBG, LNG & EV segments 

Mahanagar Gas Ltd (MGL) plans to diversify its portfolio beyond the city gas distribution (CGD) business and enter the compressed biogas (CBG) segment, electric vehicles market, equipment manufacturing for CGD companies, and retailing LNG as fuel for long-haul transportation. The move is aimed at expanding its business and reducing its dependence on CGD.

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Dilip Buildcon wins order worth Rs 1300 crore from NHAI

Dilip Buildcon’s two wholly owned subsidiaries have executed a concession agreement worth Rs 1,373.6 crore with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The agreement includes two projects for building highways in Andhra Pradesh worth Rs 599.5 crore and Rs 774.10 crore. The company has committed to completing the projects within 24 months and operating them for 15 years.

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IOCL signs pact with Tesla Power USA to provide automotive batteries

Indian Oil has formed a strategic alliance with Tesla Power USA to provide automotive batteries at fuel stations in India. Tesla Power batteries will initially be available at select Indian Oil fuel stations in the National Capital Region (NCR) and subsequently in other states. The partnership aims to bring convenience to customers and leverage Indian Oil’s extensive network of 36,000 petrol pumps.

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Reliance JV signs content streaming deal with Warner Bros

Reliance’s Viacom18 has signed a deal with Warner Bros Discovery to bring the latter’s content onto its streaming platform JioCinema, in a move to compete with rivals such as Netflix and Amazon. As per the deal, HBO Original, Max Original and Warner Bros. Television series will premiere on JioCinema on the same day as the US. The development comes almost a month after all HBO content left its long-time home Disney+ Hotstar.

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Bharti Airtel’s 5G service now available in 3,000 cities

Bharti Airtel’s 5G service is now accessible to customers in 3,000 cities and towns across India. The telecom company is steadily expanding its 5G coverage and adding 30-40 new cities to its 5G roadmap every day. After Jio, Airtel also launched unlimited 5G data for its customers.

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