DIPAM Secretary also said the government will nudge private firms to ensure fairer dividends
Union Bank said its total loan book increased 8.6 percent to cross Rs 9.82 crore by the end of Q4FY25, however, this was lower than the 11-13 percent loan growth guidance previously stated by the lender.
Market experts were disappointed with the subdued capex targets for FY25 and FY26, seeing it as a shift in the government's focus from capex towards consumption.
While PSU stocks took a hit from the Budget’s muted capex allocation, analysts expect an uneven impact across capex-linked sectors. While sectors like railways and infra, may struggle, defence could continue to hold ground.
“The history of markets is one of overreaction in both directions.”--Peter Bernstein
The BJP-led alliance crossed 200-mark out of 288 seats in Maharashtra state elections, bringing in renewed focus on infrastructure development
NTPC shares dropped over 3 percent despite reporting a 14 percent YoY rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 5,380 crore for Q2FY25, alongside an interim dividend approval of Rs 2.5 per share.
In the September quarter, 56 out of 68 PSUs saw a rise in retail shareholders, despite most seeing stock declines. Only 16 delivered positive returns.
Policy continuity has played a key role in boosting investor sentiment, as the BJP reversed many of the setbacks it faced in the Lok Sabha election results a few months ago. Furthermore, the party has emerged as the single largest national party in Jammu & Kashmir.
NMDC recorded iron ore production of 3.04 million tonnes in September 2024, a 1.3 percent increase compared to the same period last year, while sales rose 13.8 percent YoY to 3.54 million tonnes.
Shares of HUDCO surged by up to 10 percent, breaking a five-day losing streak, as trading volumes spiked significantly on BSE and NSE.
RITES shares surged up to 12 percent on the ex-bonus and ex-dividend trading day, with a record date set for September 20 for a 1:1 bonus and Rs 5 dividend.
Over the past week, the rally in PSU stocks has cooled off significantly, with the BSE PSU index sliding nearly 4%. Meanwhile, defensive sectors have gained momentum, with the BSE FMCG and BSE Healthcare indices rising around 2%.
IREDA shares are in focus after the state-owned firm's subsidiary received provisional registration as a finance company from IFSCA at GIFT City.
The recent sell-off in PSU stocks by institutions is driven by two main factors: valuation and performance concerns
Coal India sees mixed analyst ratings as its output drops 12 percent YoY due to erratic monsoon rains. Motilal Oswal and JM Financial reiterated their buy ratings, while Nuvama maintained sell on rise.
The share of the BSE PSU Index in India's total stock market capitalization fell to a seven-month low of 15.14 percent in August, as stocks of many government-owned companies took a pause following a substantial rally since last year.
NBCC (India) stock in focus as its board recommended a 1:2 bonus issue, issuing one additional share for every two held, with the record date set for October 7.
Rajnath Singh is currently in US to strengthen and widen defence cooperation, amid anticipation that issues around timely delivery of General Electric's F-404 engines - essential for HAL's Tejas Mark-1A - may be ironed out.
Railtel Corporation is one of the largest neutral telecom infrastructure providers in the country owning a Pan-India optic fibre network on exclusive Right of Way (ROW) along Railway track.
HAL Q1 results: Revenue from operations rises 11 percent to Rs 4,348 crore
SJVN posted 31 percent rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 357.09 crore in Q1FY25 on account of higher income.
RVNL shares continued to rise, driven by investor optimism following its inclusion in the MSCI India index, despite reporting a 35 percent drop in Q1FY25 net profit.
Shares of Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) surged 8% alongside other railway PSUs after the Cabinet approved Rs 24,657 crore worth of railway projects across seven states.
Antique has maintained 'buy' recommendation Bharat Dynamics stock with a price target of Rs 1,641, saying that execution normalisation will be the key for further re-rating of the stock.