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Economists see Q1 and FY26 inflation below RBI’s 4% expectation

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Economists see Q1 and FY26 inflation below RBI’s 4% expectation

With food prices easing further, economists now see June quarter and FY26 inflation trending below the RBI’s four percent forecast.

Cooling inflation strengthens case for deeper RBI easing cycle

BUSINESS

Cooling inflation strengthens case for deeper RBI easing cycle

India's headline inflation cooled to 3.16 percent in April, marking a 69-month low and paving the way for deeper rate cuts by the RBI, according to experts.

US futures, China stocks rally sharply on inking trade deal, tariff rates cut by 115 percentage points

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US futures, China stocks rally sharply on inking trade deal, tariff rates cut by 115 percentage points

Both China and US have agreed to cut their respective tariff rates by 115 percentage points,

Nifty Pharma recovers, Asian drugmakers shares tumble as Trump to slash US drug prices

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Nifty Pharma recovers, Asian drugmakers shares tumble as Trump to slash US drug prices

Indian pharmaceutical stocks recovered from their fall, after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a push to lower domestic drug prices between 30 to 80 percent.

Markets turn to US-India trade deal for next set of cues as India-Pakistan tensions cool

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Markets turn to US-India trade deal for next set of cues as India-Pakistan tensions cool

After the India-Pakistan trade deal, the markets' attention shifts to a possible U.S.-India trade deal, which would boost sectors like pharma, electronics, autos, and textiles.

Markets rebound 10% from lows, but FPIs take home 14% in dollar terms: ICICI Securities

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Markets rebound 10% from lows, but FPIs take home 14% in dollar terms: ICICI Securities

Indian equity markets bounced back over 10 percent in March–April, but foreign investors made 14 percent gains in USD terms, aided by a weaker dollar and stronger rupee.

Titan may hike prices if Trump tariffs have serious impact, retains margin guidance

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Titan may hike prices if Trump tariffs have serious impact, retains margin guidance

Titan decided to retain its margin guidance and expects strong double-digit growth for the next year despite global uncertainties.

Rally in gold prices dents jewellery demand, any correction 'welcome': Titan

BUSINESS

Rally in gold prices dents jewellery demand, any correction 'welcome': Titan

Titan Company is seeing cautious buyer sentiment due to surging prices, prompting a shift toward lower caratage jewellery like 18k and 9k gold.

Asian Paints sees impact of rising competition amid muted demand environment

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Asian Paints sees impact of rising competition amid muted demand environment

Asian Paints reported a 42 percent drop in Q4 profit as muted demand and intensifying competition, especially from new entrant Birla Opus, pressured volumes.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell warns Trump's tariffs could worsen inflation, slow growth

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Fed Chair Jerome Powell warns Trump's tariffs could worsen inflation, slow growth

The Fed Chair said higher tariffs may lead to inflation persistence and rising unemployment; job markets could weaken as global uncertainty builds.

Dabur India to 'aggressively pursue' acquisitions to create future-fit portfolio

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Dabur India to 'aggressively pursue' acquisitions to create future-fit portfolio

Dabur India plans to ramp up acquisitions in healthcare, wellness, and foods to build a future-ready, premium portfolio and offset slower growth in traditional channels

Dabur India to exit tea, diapers, sanitizer categories, focus on premiumization

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Dabur India to exit tea, diapers, sanitizer categories, focus on premiumization

Dabur will exit a series of non-performing portfolio offerings, instead will focus on the core portfolio and pushing premiumization.

Britannia Industries Q4 Preview: Profit may fall on muted consumption, margins under pressure

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Britannia Industries Q4 Preview: Profit may fall on muted consumption, margins under pressure

According to a Moneycontrol poll, Britannia Industries is likely to report a 7.2 percent revenue growth at Rs 4,362 crore.

Asian Paints Q4 Preview: Profit likely to tumble on muted demand, rising competition

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Asian Paints Q4 Preview: Profit likely to tumble on muted demand, rising competition

Asian Paints is anticipated to deliver a weak performance in the fourth quarter of FY2025, amid slowing urban consumption and increased competition.

Dabur India Q4 Preview: Margins to see sharp contraction, profit may fall amid poor demand, low volumes

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Dabur India Q4 Preview: Margins to see sharp contraction, profit may fall amid poor demand, low volumes

According to a Moneycontrol poll of ten brokerages, Dabur India is likely to report net profit at Rs 326 crore, lower by seven percent on-year.

Godrej Consumer Q4 Preview: Commodity inflation to pressure margins, profit may see double-digit hit

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Godrej Consumer Q4 Preview: Commodity inflation to pressure margins, profit may see double-digit hit

Godrej Consumer Products' total sales is likely to come in at Rs 3,607 crore for the three months ended March, jumping around 7 percent on-year.

DMart posts weak Q4 show, shares fall 1%; should you buy, sell, or hold?

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DMart posts weak Q4 show, shares fall 1%; should you buy, sell, or hold?

Brokerages cut their target price on Avenue Supermarts shares as competition intensity and margin pressure are likely to weigh on the DMart parent's performance.

UBS upgrades rating on India to 'neutral', says 'still prefer China'

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UBS upgrades rating on India to 'neutral', says 'still prefer China'

International brokerage UBS upgraded its rating on India to 'neutral' and Indonesia to 'overweight', preferring themes that suit the current scenario of trade uncertainties.

Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv shares crack 6% following Q4 earnings show; should you buy, sell, or hold?

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Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv shares crack 6% following Q4 earnings show; should you buy, sell, or hold?

Shares of Bajaj Finance and Bajaj Finserv fell around six percent, emerging as the top Nifty 50 losers despite reporting double-digit profit growth for Q4.

Gold-silver ratio crosses 100 as yellow metal outshines white, will silver catch up?

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Gold-silver ratio crosses 100 as yellow metal outshines white, will silver catch up?

Gold prices have surged, pushing the Gold-Silver ratio above 100 for the first time since the pandemic, as silver struggles to keep pace.

Trent Q4 Preview: Revenue to see strong growth, margins may feel pressure from weak mix, extended sale

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Trent Q4 Preview: Revenue to see strong growth, margins may feel pressure from weak mix, extended sale

Trent's total sales is likely to come in at Rs 4,275 crore for the three months ended March, jumping 34 percent on-year.

RIL shares soar over 5% on Q4 beat, jump most in nearly one year; brokerages bullish

BUSINESS

RIL shares soar over 5% on Q4 beat, jump most in nearly one year; brokerages bullish

Shares gained after RIL posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings, driven by strong growth in digital, retail, and oil-to-chemicals businesses.

Maruti Suzuki's cautious commentary, margin miss in Q4 results prompts cuts in target prices, stock sinks 3%

BUSINESS

Maruti Suzuki's cautious commentary, margin miss in Q4 results prompts cuts in target prices, stock sinks 3%

Brokerages cut their target price on Maruti Suzuku as the auto firm's Q4 numbers were a miss, prompting tepid FY2026 expectations and margin headwinds.

Axis Bank bags optimistic brokerage calls on Q4 profit beat but stock sinks 4% on weak growth outlook

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Axis Bank bags optimistic brokerage calls on Q4 profit beat but stock sinks 4% on weak growth outlook

Axis Bank shares fell over four percent despite reporting an estimate-beating net profit of Rs 7,118 crore for the quarter ended March FY2025.

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