Jefferies, other top brokers raise Lenskart targets after Q4 results; here's why
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lenskart-share-price-jefferies-goldman-sachs-other-brokerages-raise-target-prices-after-q4-results-heres-why/articleshow/131241080.cms
Lenskart Solutions shares surged after the eyewear retailer reported a strong Q4FY26 performance, with revenue from operations rising nearly 46% YoY to Rs 2,516 crore. The upbeat earnings prompted bullish brokerage views and target price upgrades, pushing the stock to a near one-month high of Rs 517 on the NSE. The rally added more than Rs 5,235 crore to the company’s market capitalisation, taking its valuation close to Rs 90,000 crore.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lenskart-share-price-jefferies-goldman-sachs-other-brokerages-raise-target-prices-after-q4-results-heres-why/articleshow/131241080.cms
Lenskart Solutions shares surged after the eyewear retailer reported a strong Q4FY26 performance, with revenue from operations rising nearly 46% YoY to Rs 2,516 crore. The upbeat earnings prompted bullish brokerage views and target price upgrades, pushing the stock to a near one-month high of Rs 517 on the NSE. The rally added more than Rs 5,235 crore to the company’s market capitalisation, taking its valuation close to Rs 90,000 crore.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit: What AI, oil and geopolitics mean for the next market turn
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/et-alpha-wealth-summit-what-ai-oil-and-geopolitics-mean-for-the-next-market-turn/articleshow/131241325.cms
Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty, AI disruption, and shifting global markets, the ET Alpha Wealth Summit on June 4 will bring top investors, policymakers, and CEOs together to decode risks and opportunities. From market cycles to global allocation strategies, the summit offers a roadmap for smarter, future-ready investing.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/et-alpha-wealth-summit-what-ai-oil-and-geopolitics-mean-for-the-next-market-turn/articleshow/131241325.cms
Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty, AI disruption, and shifting global markets, the ET Alpha Wealth Summit on June 4 will bring top investors, policymakers, and CEOs together to decode risks and opportunities. From market cycles to global allocation strategies, the summit offers a roadmap for smarter, future-ready investing.
Jubilant Foodworks shares crash 8% after Domino's India operator's Q4 results. What spooked investors?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jubilant-foodworks-shares-crash-8-after-dominos-india-operators-q4-results-what-spooked-investors/articleshow/131241652.cms
Jubilant Foodworks shares dropped significantly after its fourth-quarter results. The Domino's India operator reported a profit rise but faced headwinds. Brokerages have reduced their target prices for the stock. Concerns include rising costs and slower growth. The company mentioned temporary LPG supply issues impacting operations. Analysts expect near-term pressure on the stock.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jubilant-foodworks-shares-crash-8-after-dominos-india-operators-q4-results-what-spooked-investors/articleshow/131241652.cms
Jubilant Foodworks shares dropped significantly after its fourth-quarter results. The Domino's India operator reported a profit rise but faced headwinds. Brokerages have reduced their target prices for the stock. Concerns include rising costs and slower growth. The company mentioned temporary LPG supply issues impacting operations. Analysts expect near-term pressure on the stock.
JSW Cement Q4 Results: Co reports profit of Rs 362 crore, declares Rs 0.5 dividend
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/jsw-cement-q4-results-co-reports-profit-of-rs-362-crore-declares-rs-0-5-dividend/articleshow/131243265.cms
JSW Cement reported a sharp jump in March-quarter earnings, driven by higher sales volumes and improved operational efficiencies. The company’s net profit soared 2,162% YoY to Rs 362 crore from Rs 16 crore a year earlier, aided by a low base due to a non-cash exceptional expense in the previous year.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/jsw-cement-q4-results-co-reports-profit-of-rs-362-crore-declares-rs-0-5-dividend/articleshow/131243265.cms
JSW Cement reported a sharp jump in March-quarter earnings, driven by higher sales volumes and improved operational efficiencies. The company’s net profit soared 2,162% YoY to Rs 362 crore from Rs 16 crore a year earlier, aided by a low base due to a non-cash exceptional expense in the previous year.
Over 15 MF schemes cut exposure to these 10 stocks in April ’26. Do you own any?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/over-15-mf-schemes-cut-exposure-to-these-10-stocks-in-april-26-do-you-own-any/slideshow/131243942.cms
Over 15 mutual fund schemes trimmed stakes in 10 major stocks in April 2026, signalling growing caution as market volatility and geopolitical risks rise.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/over-15-mf-schemes-cut-exposure-to-these-10-stocks-in-april-26-do-you-own-any/slideshow/131243942.cms
Over 15 mutual fund schemes trimmed stakes in 10 major stocks in April 2026, signalling growing caution as market volatility and geopolitical risks rise.
Forget stocks, you can now profit from Mumbai rains! Here's how NCDEX's unique weather futures work
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/forget-stocks-you-can-now-profit-from-mumbai-rains-heres-how-ncdexs-unique-weather-futures-work/articleshow/131244073.cms
NCDEX has launched India’s first exchange-traded weather derivative contract, RAINMUMBAI, allowing traders and businesses to hedge against rainfall variability during the monsoon season. The contract is linked to Mumbai rainfall deviation data from IMD and aims to help weather-sensitive sectors manage financial risks arising from excess or deficient rainfall.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/forget-stocks-you-can-now-profit-from-mumbai-rains-heres-how-ncdexs-unique-weather-futures-work/articleshow/131244073.cms
NCDEX has launched India’s first exchange-traded weather derivative contract, RAINMUMBAI, allowing traders and businesses to hedge against rainfall variability during the monsoon season. The contract is linked to Mumbai rainfall deviation data from IMD and aims to help weather-sensitive sectors manage financial risks arising from excess or deficient rainfall.
Sun Pharma Q4 Preview: Can Unloxcyt and speciality drugs help pharma major deliver another strong quarter?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sun-pharma-q4-preview-can-unloxcyt-and-speciality-drugs-help-pharma-major-deliver-another-strong-quarter/articleshow/131244415.cms
Sun Pharma is expected to post double-digit revenue growth in Q4FY26, driven by strong performance across speciality drugs, domestic formulations, and emerging markets. Brokerages highlight US portfolio strength, new launches like Unloxcyt, and a steady margin outlook despite higher R&D spending, with EBITDA growth supported by diversified global business momentum outlook
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sun-pharma-q4-preview-can-unloxcyt-and-speciality-drugs-help-pharma-major-deliver-another-strong-quarter/articleshow/131244415.cms
Sun Pharma is expected to post double-digit revenue growth in Q4FY26, driven by strong performance across speciality drugs, domestic formulations, and emerging markets. Brokerages highlight US portfolio strength, new launches like Unloxcyt, and a steady margin outlook despite higher R&D spending, with EBITDA growth supported by diversified global business momentum outlook
ITC Q4 Results: Profit rises 5% YoY to Rs 5,113 crore; Rs 8/share dividend declared
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/itc-q4-results-profit-rises-5-yoy-to-rs-5113-crore-rs-8/share-dividend-declared/articleshow/131244715.cms
ITC reported a 5% year-on-year growth in its standalone net profit to Rs 5,113 crore for the March-ended quarter. Revenue from operations rose 17% YoY to Rs 21,695 crore, driven by a significant increase in excise duty on cigarettes. The company also recommended a final dividend of Rs 8 per share.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/itc-q4-results-profit-rises-5-yoy-to-rs-5113-crore-rs-8/share-dividend-declared/articleshow/131244715.cms
ITC reported a 5% year-on-year growth in its standalone net profit to Rs 5,113 crore for the March-ended quarter. Revenue from operations rose 17% YoY to Rs 21,695 crore, driven by a significant increase in excise duty on cigarettes. The company also recommended a final dividend of Rs 8 per share.
Market wrap: Sensex slips 1% from intraday high, Nifty closes near 23,650 as bond yields rise
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/market-wrap-sensex-slips-1-from-intraday-high-nifty-closes-near-23650-as-bond-yields-rise/articleshow/131245025.cms
Indian stock markets closed lower on Thursday. The Sensex and Nifty slipped from intraday highs due to expiry day volatility. Rising bond yields and foreign institutional investor selling also impacted trading. Despite some intraday recovery, markets ended in negative territory. Geopolitical issues and crude oil prices are key factors to watch.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/market-wrap-sensex-slips-1-from-intraday-high-nifty-closes-near-23650-as-bond-yields-rise/articleshow/131245025.cms
Indian stock markets closed lower on Thursday. The Sensex and Nifty slipped from intraday highs due to expiry day volatility. Rising bond yields and foreign institutional investor selling also impacted trading. Despite some intraday recovery, markets ended in negative territory. Geopolitical issues and crude oil prices are key factors to watch.
Nifty to trade in 28,000–30,000 range in FY27 led by earnings: Smallcase managers
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nifty-to-trade-in-2800030000-range-in-fy27-led-by-earnings-smallcase-managers/articleshow/131245388.cms
Smallcase managers remain optimistic on India’s equity markets despite the Nifty declining over 9% this year, projecting the benchmark index to reach the 28,000–30,000 range by the end of FY27. They expect future market gains to be driven by earnings growth rather than valuation expansion, with investors focusing on sustainable profitability and execution
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/nifty-to-trade-in-2800030000-range-in-fy27-led-by-earnings-smallcase-managers/articleshow/131245388.cms
Smallcase managers remain optimistic on India’s equity markets despite the Nifty declining over 9% this year, projecting the benchmark index to reach the 28,000–30,000 range by the end of FY27. They expect future market gains to be driven by earnings growth rather than valuation expansion, with investors focusing on sustainable profitability and execution
Nykaa Q4 Results: Cons profit surges 286% YoY to Rs 78 crore, revenue rises 28%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/nykaa-q4-results-cons-pat-surges-286-yoy-to-rs-78-crore-revenue-rises-28/articleshow/131245498.cms
FSN E-Commerce Ventures, Nykaa's parent company, reported a significant 286% year-on-year surge in net profit to Rs 78 crore for the March-ended quarter of FY2026. Revenue from operations also climbed 28% to Rs 2,648 crore. For the full fiscal year, net profit nearly tripled to Rs 199 crore, with revenue growing 26% to Rs 10,022 crore.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/nykaa-q4-results-cons-pat-surges-286-yoy-to-rs-78-crore-revenue-rises-28/articleshow/131245498.cms
FSN E-Commerce Ventures, Nykaa's parent company, reported a significant 286% year-on-year surge in net profit to Rs 78 crore for the March-ended quarter of FY2026. Revenue from operations also climbed 28% to Rs 2,648 crore. For the full fiscal year, net profit nearly tripled to Rs 199 crore, with revenue growing 26% to Rs 10,022 crore.
Gainers & Losers: Ola Electric, Protean eGov among 6 top stock movers on Thursday
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gainers-amp-losers-ola-electric-protean-egov-among-6-top-stock-movers-on-thursday/slideshow/131246245.cms
Domestic equity markets ended lower on Thursday. Ola Electric and Jubilant FoodWorks declined sharply, while Protean eGov, Grasim Industries and Apollo Hospitals gained.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gainers-amp-losers-ola-electric-protean-egov-among-6-top-stock-movers-on-thursday/slideshow/131246245.cms
Domestic equity markets ended lower on Thursday. Ola Electric and Jubilant FoodWorks declined sharply, while Protean eGov, Grasim Industries and Apollo Hospitals gained.
ITC announces final dividend of Rs 8/share. Check record date and other details
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/itc-announces-final-dividend-of-rs-8/share-check-record-date-and-other-details/articleshow/131246758.cms
Excerpt: ITC Limited’s board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 8 per share for FY26, with May 27 set as the record date. Alongside an interim payout, total dividend stands at Rs 14.50 per share. The FMCG major also reported a 5% rise in Q4 net profit and 17% revenue growth.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/itc-announces-final-dividend-of-rs-8/share-check-record-date-and-other-details/articleshow/131246758.cms
Excerpt: ITC Limited’s board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 8 per share for FY26, with May 27 set as the record date. Alongside an interim payout, total dividend stands at Rs 14.50 per share. The FMCG major also reported a 5% rise in Q4 net profit and 17% revenue growth.
LIC Q4 Results: Profit rises 23% YoY to Rs 23,467 crore; co declares Rs 10 per share dividend
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/lic-q4-results-profit-rises-23-yoy-to-rs-23467-crore-co-declares-rs-10-per-share-dividend/articleshow/131246667.cms
LIC Q4 Results: State-owned Life Insurance Corp (LIC) reported a 23% year-on-year (YoY) growth in its consolidated net profit at Rs 23,467 crore in the fourth quarter of FY26, compared with Rs 19,039 crore in the last-year period.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/lic-q4-results-profit-rises-23-yoy-to-rs-23467-crore-co-declares-rs-10-per-share-dividend/articleshow/131246667.cms
LIC Q4 Results: State-owned Life Insurance Corp (LIC) reported a 23% year-on-year (YoY) growth in its consolidated net profit at Rs 23,467 crore in the fourth quarter of FY26, compared with Rs 19,039 crore in the last-year period.
Grasim Industries among 7 large-cap stocks that hit 52-week highs and rallied up to 25% in a month
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/grasim-industries-among-7-large-cap-stocks-that-hit-52-week-highs-and-rallied-up-to-25-in-a-month/slideshow/131247257.cms
Seven large-cap stocks from the BSE 100 index, including Grasim Industries, hit 52-week highs despite the weak Sensex. These stocks showed strong bullish momentum, rallying up to 25% over the past month.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/grasim-industries-among-7-large-cap-stocks-that-hit-52-week-highs-and-rallied-up-to-25-in-a-month/slideshow/131247257.cms
Seven large-cap stocks from the BSE 100 index, including Grasim Industries, hit 52-week highs despite the weak Sensex. These stocks showed strong bullish momentum, rallying up to 25% over the past month.
Sebi proposes changes to pre-open listing session of IPOs for better price discovery
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-proposes-changes-to-pre-open-listing-session-of-ipos-for-better-price-discovery/articleshow/131247339.cms
SEBI proposes reviewing the pre-open call auction session for IPOs and relisted stocks. This aims to fix existing rules, specifically dummy price bands and base price calculations, which artificially suppress prices. The regulator seeks public feedback to enhance effective price discovery and reduce market distortions.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sebi-proposes-changes-to-pre-open-listing-session-of-ipos-for-better-price-discovery/articleshow/131247339.cms
SEBI proposes reviewing the pre-open call auction session for IPOs and relisted stocks. This aims to fix existing rules, specifically dummy price bands and base price calculations, which artificially suppress prices. The regulator seeks public feedback to enhance effective price discovery and reduce market distortions.
Honasa Consumer Q4 results: Profit more than doubles to Rs 69 cr; co declares Rs 3 dividend
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/honasa-consumer-q4-results-profit-more-than-doubles-to-rs-69-cr-co-declares-rs-3-dividend/articleshow/131247398.cms
Honasa Consumer reported Q4 FY26 profit more than doubled to Rs 69 crore and record revenue of Rs 682 crore (28% YoY). Full-year PAT reached Rs 200 crore. Driven by stronger execution, offline expansion, and growth across core and younger brands, including new acquisition Reginald Men, the company declared a Rs 3 dividend.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/honasa-consumer-q4-results-profit-more-than-doubles-to-rs-69-cr-co-declares-rs-3-dividend/articleshow/131247398.cms
Honasa Consumer reported Q4 FY26 profit more than doubled to Rs 69 crore and record revenue of Rs 682 crore (28% YoY). Full-year PAT reached Rs 200 crore. Driven by stronger execution, offline expansion, and growth across core and younger brands, including new acquisition Reginald Men, the company declared a Rs 3 dividend.
LIC announces 1:1 bonus issue, sets May 29 as record date
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lic-announces-11-bonus-issue-sets-may-29-as-record-date/articleshow/131247457.cms
LIC announced a 1:1 bonus issue, setting May 29 as the record date for eligibility. This follows Q4 earnings showing a 23% YoY rise in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 23,467 crore. A final dividend of Rs 10 per share for FY 2025-26 was also recommended.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lic-announces-11-bonus-issue-sets-may-29-as-record-date/articleshow/131247457.cms
LIC announced a 1:1 bonus issue, setting May 29 as the record date for eligibility. This follows Q4 earnings showing a 23% YoY rise in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 23,467 crore. A final dividend of Rs 10 per share for FY 2025-26 was also recommended.
Max Healthcare Q4 results: Cons PAT grows 7% YoY to Rs 342 crore, revenue rises 12%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/max-healthcare-q4-results-cons-pat-grows-7-yoy-to-rs-342-crore-revenue-rises-12/articleshow/131247927.cms
Max Healthcare Q4FY26 consolidated PAT grew 7% YoY, and revenue increased 12%. Network EBITDA rose 8%. Max Lab and Max@Home saw strong double-digit growth. The company also recommended a final dividend of Rs 2 per equity share for the year.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/max-healthcare-q4-results-cons-pat-grows-7-yoy-to-rs-342-crore-revenue-rises-12/articleshow/131247927.cms
Max Healthcare Q4FY26 consolidated PAT grew 7% YoY, and revenue increased 12%. Network EBITDA rose 8%. Max Lab and Max@Home saw strong double-digit growth. The company also recommended a final dividend of Rs 2 per equity share for the year.
India Inc's foreign investments more than double in April
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/india-incs-foreign-investments-more-than-double-in-april/articleshow/131254491.cms
Indian companies significantly boosted overseas investments in April. Direct investments surged to $3.37 billion, more than doubling from March. Equity investments led this growth. Coforge was a major investor, with other companies like Lupin and Wingify Software also making substantial commitments. These investments spanned various sectors and regions, indicating active global expansion by Indian businesses.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/india-incs-foreign-investments-more-than-double-in-april/articleshow/131254491.cms
Indian companies significantly boosted overseas investments in April. Direct investments surged to $3.37 billion, more than doubling from March. Equity investments led this growth. Coforge was a major investor, with other companies like Lupin and Wingify Software also making substantial commitments. These investments spanned various sectors and regions, indicating active global expansion by Indian businesses.
Govt's credit guarantee to reduce MSME bad loan risks for banks
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/emergency-credit-line-guarantee-scheme-5-0-govts-credit-guarantee-to-reduce-msme-bad-loan-risks-for-banks/articleshow/131254471.cms
The government's Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 is set to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises. Experts believe this initiative will help banks avoid a rise in bad loans. The scheme aims to provide guaranteed credit, easing financial stress for businesses. Lenders are actively engaging eligible borrowers to ensure early adoption of this crucial support mechanism.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/emergency-credit-line-guarantee-scheme-5-0-govts-credit-guarantee-to-reduce-msme-bad-loan-risks-for-banks/articleshow/131254471.cms
The government's Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 is set to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises. Experts believe this initiative will help banks avoid a rise in bad loans. The scheme aims to provide guaranteed credit, easing financial stress for businesses. Lenders are actively engaging eligible borrowers to ensure early adoption of this crucial support mechanism.