Major private banks in India project stable net interest margins for Q4 FY26, citing deposit repricing lags, high Casa shares, and selective lending strategies as buffers against recent RBI rate reductions.
The Pune Municipal Corporation elections saw BJP secure 119 seats with massive margins, while some contests were decided by just 55 votes, highlighting intense political competition.
BJP candidates recorded both the highest and lowest victory margins in Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Raghavendra Mankar won by 26,497 votes while Khandu Londhe scraped through with just 55 votes.
Nagpur's municipal election results show 42 wards were decided by margins under 2,000 votes, with Congress leading in ultra-tight contests. The data reveals high political volatility.
In Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections, 17 candidates faced narrow defeats where NOTA votes surpassed victory margins. Congress candidate lost by just 16 votes while NOTA got 325. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader resigns after poor performance.
HDFC Bank reports strong Q3 results with profit rising 12% to Rs 19,807 crore. Standalone profit increased 11.46% to Rs 18,653.75 crore for October-December period.
A 21-year-old man was stabbed to death in Sector 38, while separate shooting incidents targeted a pharmacy and a builder's home. Police suspect old rivalries and personal disputes behind the violence.
HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are expected to report steady December quarter results, driven by firm loan growth and improving margins, though seasonal agriculture stress may slightly increase slippages.
The Reserve Bank of India proposes letting banks pay up to 75% of net profit as dividends, potentially increasing government receipts from public sector banks.
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, Muthoot Finance MD outlines a 4-point wishlist for NBFCs: Priority Sector Status for gold loans, gold-linked UPI credit lines, rationalised exposure limits & fair NCD rules to boost financial inclusion.
India's banking sector records a robust financial turnaround in 2025, with improved asset quality and profitability. Explore the key drivers behind this recovery.
Indian banks and NBFCs are expected to report strong Q3 FY26 results, driven by stable margins, healthy loan growth, and robust asset quality, according to a new report. Read the full analysis.
Recent GST rate cuts on key inputs like edible oil and packaging will lower costs for FMCG firms, boosting margins by 200-400 basis points in Q4 FY26, says a CRISIL report.
UCO Bank celebrated its 84th Foundation Day in Kolkata, charting a future focused on digital innovation, financial inclusion, and sustainable growth. Read about their vision and achievements.
Facing slim 1.3% net margins, India's top electronics makers like Tata Electronics and Dixon plan strategic buyouts of niche component firms in 2026 to regain investor confidence and boost profitability. Read the full analysis.
Financial astrologer Gaurav Mittal predicts a transformative 2026 for Indian markets. Discover his insights on MSME growth, booming metal & agro sectors, and key wealth creation opportunities. Read now!
India's services sector growth moderated in Dec 2025 as demand softened, with the HSBC PMI hitting an 11-month low of 58.0. Business optimism also fell. Read the full analysis.
India's oil and gas sector is poised for robust Q3 FY26 performance, driven by strong marketing margins, despite pressures in upstream production. Key players like ONGC and OIL face headwinds.
Gaurav Mittal forecasts gold, silver, copper, and agriculture as top growth sectors for 2026. Essential insights for MSME entrepreneurs and investors planning their strategy.
Marico's Q3FY26 update signals easing margin pressure as copra prices drop 30% from peaks. Shares hit a 52-week high. Read for key financial projections and growth outlook.
Indian IT services firms expect muted Q3FY26 revenue growth, with Tier 2 companies outperforming Tier 1. Margins stay resilient. Read the full Centrum report analysis.
India's IT sector is set for muted revenue growth in Q3 FY26, but margins are expected to hold firm. Analysts cite project delays and cautious client spending as key factors. Read the full analysis.
A new report forecasts robust earnings growth for India's EMS, telecom, and retail sectors over the next two years, driven by domestic demand and strategic investments. Read the full analysis.
Learn how to identify sector rotation, where big money moves between stocks. Discover strategies to follow institutional cues and protect your portfolio in volatile markets.
A new report forecasts a strong capital expenditure revival in India, led by the defence and capital goods sectors. Discover the key drivers and investment trends shaping the nation's economic growth.
India's real estate in 2026: Housing sales stabilize after a dip, while commercial office and logistics sectors surge. Key trends, top developers, and market drivers explained. Read more.
Apollo Tyres faces near-term margin pressure from cricket sponsorship costs & weak Europe demand, despite resilient India business. Stock down 8% in a year. Read analysis.
RBI data shows a 30% surge in banking fraud amounts to Rs 21,515 crore in H1 FY26, even as the number of cases fell sharply. Public sector banks bore the brunt of the value. Read the full analysis.
Despite a 17% sales surge, auto dealers face profit squeeze and investor flight due to unresolved GST compensation cess. Supreme Court case looms. Read the full analysis.
Uttar Pradesh slashes power sector debt by 25% while India's overall liabilities surge 40%. Discover how UP's fiscal discipline defies the national trend of rising discom debt.