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What next for the Indian markets, post a mixed bag of corporate earnings in Q1?

The progress of monsoon in India, rate cuts by global central banks, and the upcoming US election hold the key

Start-up failures up by 60% as founders face hangover from boom years

Private company shutdowns jump compared to last year despite AI funding frenzy, threatening millions of jobs at VC-backed firms

IRCTC Q1 FY25 – Why the unexciting earnings trajectory could hinder valuation rerating

With high-margin internet ticketing almost reaching saturation, incremental margin drivers may be absent

HDFC Securities launches new BAAS solution, will offer trading service

'The Brokerage as a Service by HDFC Securities provides a versatile and profitable approach for Institutions and fintech companies to enhance their service offerings and generate additional revenue streams," the company said in a release.

Business in the Week Ahead: August 19-23, 2024

Two new IPOs will open for subscription. Flash PMIs, Jackson Hole conference and Japan inflation are the key data, events to track

EaseMyTrip Q1 FY25 – Defending profitability at the cost of market share

Though the stock offers value, the increase in competitive intensity is an area of concern

Indian pharma market sees signs of recovery in July

Traction in acute therapy drugs can help India pharma market to improve growth rate in FY25

Starbucks' 'fall from grace' that precipitated CEO Narasimhan's untimely exit

Howard Schultz - Narasimhan's predecessor and a celebrated CEO and founder - had in May said that Starbucks needed to renew focus, and fix the US operations, which were the 'primary reason for the company’s fall from grace'.

India orders unusual recall of reports on Apple antitrust probe: Report

”It is imperative that such information be maintained confidential, ensuring that no unauthorised disclosure occurs,” the watchdog, the CCI, said in a four-page order signed by its top four officials.

RateGain Q1 FY25 — a soft quarter, all eyes on acquisitions

The company has a track record of turning around acquired entities

Chart of the Day: India Inc is using its capital more efficiently than ever

The number of companies generating more than 15 percent return on equity has increased significantly from FY16-20

Safari Q1 FY25 – Is the weakness a trend reversal?

Diverse product offerings, channel mix, and a frugal approach to costs should stand the company in good stead

Fortis Healthcare’s diagnostic unit is a grown-up child who never leaves home

The diagnostics unit is facing growth headwinds amid change in brand name

VIP Industries: Can investors ride on the early green shoots?

Though competition is increasing, there are strong sectoral tailwinds and the opportunity size is big

Marico on Bangladesh unrest: 'We remain watchful…manufacturing operations to resume soon'

Bangladesh civil unrest has claimed nearly 500 lives so far. India and Bangladesh share over 4,000 km of land border.

Britannia Industries: Growth beyond core is the key

While top-line thrust is encouraging, non-core portfolio will drive growth and support margins.

JSW MG Motor India gears up to roll out Windsor e-CUV, anticipates 250% growth in EV sales in 2024

Positioned as an intelligent crossover utility vehicle, the company stated that the USP of this car will be the functionality of an SUV and the interior space of a sedan

What to be greedy about amid the heightened fear in markets?

Once the Fed starts cutting rates, there’s a high possibility that discretionary spending by enterprises will resume, brightening the outlook for IT service players

Sun Pharma: India remains bright spot amid uncertainty over hair loss drug

The company’s India business grew by more than 10 percent for four consecutive quarters outperforming the India pharma market

Business in the Week Ahead: August 5-9, 2024

RBI will release the monetary policy. Two new IPOs will open for subscription

Tata Motors Q1 results: Net profit zooms 74% on-year to Rs 5,566 crore, beats estimates

Tata Motors Q1 FY25 Results: JLR's revenue grew by 5.4 percent during April-June to GBP 7.3 billion with EBIT margins of 8.9 percent, up 30 basis points.

This long-term portfolio stock is now available at an attractive valuation

Mas Financial has reported a decent set of earnings with healthy asset quality

M&M's Q1 net profit falls 5% YoY to Rs 2,613 crore, SUV revenue market share rises

The Mumbai-based company's consolidated net profit went up by 20 percent at Rs 3,283 crore, as compared to Rs 2,745 crore in the year ago period

Chart of the Day: Why Suzlon's orders look more resilient this time

The company’s order book increased to the highest levels in its history in the June 2024 quarter

IndusInd Bank Q1 FY25: weak quarter, valuation attractive

The stock has headroom to re-rate if the bank handles asset quality stress well