HCL TECH PAT GROWTH
Why market fell today? Sensex slumps 760 points, Nifty below 24,400 despite ceasefire extension. 7 key reasons
Indian markets turned negative on Wednesday as investor caution persisted despite a ceasefire deadline extension by Donald Trump. IT stocks led the decline after weak earnings from HCL Technologies, dragging peers like Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, and Tech Mahindra lower. However, defensive names such as Hindustan Unilever and NTPC posted gains.
HCL Tech flags weak Q4, bets big on AI to drive next phase of growth
HCL Technologies faced a slower fourth quarter than anticipated. Weakness in its software business and certain service areas impacted results. However, the company sees significant future growth from Artificial Intelligence. New AI services are already generating substantial revenue. HCL Technologies expects AI to drive future business expansion and value creation.
Rs 92,000 crore ripple effect! HCL Tech’s weak Q4 drags IT pack; Infosys, Tech Mahindra slump up to 6%
HCL Technologies’s weak Q4 triggered a ₹92,000 crore sell-off in IT stocks, dragging peers like Infosys and Tech Mahindra down up to 6% amid sector-wide concerns.
HCL Tech shares wipe out Rs 38,000 crore as target price falls to Rs 1,165. Why every second broker is busy downgrading
HCL Technologies share price plummeted nearly 10%, wiping out Rs 38,000 crore in market cap following a brutal Q4 earnings report. The IT major missed revenue, margin, and guidance targets, triggering widespread broker downgrades and price target cuts. Analysts are scrambling to reprice the stock amid concerns over client-specific headwinds and AI-driven deflation.
How Ashish Kacholia, Mukul Agrawal, Madhu Kela, Dolly Khanna reshuffled portfolios amid Iran war?
Amid a sharp market sell-off triggered by Iran war tensions and rising oil prices, marquee investors like Ashish Kacholia, Mukul Agrawal, Madhusudan Kela, and Dolly Khanna actively reshuffled portfolios, cutting risks while selectively adding stocks, signalling a strategic response to volatility and long-term opportunity creation.
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HCL Tech's margins and constant currency growth to remain under pressure: Aditya Shah
Market watchers responded cautiously to the latest quarterly numbers, which fell short of expectations in growth and margins. While new deal wins were announced, concerns linger about their quality and sustainability amid geopolitical uncertainties. The company's forward guidance suggests performance may lean towards the lower end of projections.

HCL Tech shares tank over 9% after weak Q4. JPMorgan, HSBC & 3 others cut target price
HCL Tech shares fell sharply after the March quarter results and FY27 guidance disappointed D-Street expectations. While Q4 profit and revenue grew YoY, sequential weakness and constant currency decline weighed on sentiment. The company guided for muted growth of 1–4% in FY27, citing weak discretionary demand and client-specific headwinds, prompting brokerages to trim targets.

Persistent Systems shares shed over 4% after Q4 results: Here's what Nomura and other brokerages said
Persistent Systems shares fell up to 4% after Q4 results despite reporting strong earnings growth. Net profit rose nearly 34% YoY to Rs 529 crore for the March quarter, while FY26 profit climbed over 33% to Rs 1,865 crore. However, some brokerages cut estimates, weighing on sentiment and dragging the stock lower.

The IPO afterlife for unicorns: How mutual funds are doubling down on next-gen leaders
Indian mutual funds have boosted their investments in five new-age companies. Funds poured into stocks like Urban Company, Ather Energy, Lenskart, Meesho, and PhysicsWallah. This shows growing confidence from domestic investors in these tech-focused businesses. Brokerages are also initiating coverage with positive outlooks. This trend indicates a significant shift in institutional capital towards India's new-age economy.

Stocks in news: SBI Life, Trent, Tata Investment, HCL Tech, Suzlon Energy
In today's trade, shares of SBI Life, Trent, Tata Investment, HCL Tech, Suzlon Energy among others will be in focus due to various news developments.

Muted Q4, weak forecast cast a shadow on HCLTech
HCLTech's revenue growth guidance for FY27 is significantly lower than the actual FY26 growth, implying the effect of growing dependence of clients on operating efficiencies driven by ever rising capabilities of the artificial intelligence (AI) models and agents. HCLTech estimates a deflation or reduction of 2-3% in revenue from traditional IT services (non-AI based) per annum driven by the AI disruption.

April-listed Powerica posts 226% YoY Q3 PAT growth; repays Rs 525 crore debt post IPO
Powerica Limited announced a significant surge in its third-quarter net profit for FY26, reaching Rs 98 crore. This represents a 226% increase compared to the previous year. Revenue also saw a healthy rise of 8.3% to Rs 763 crore. This marks the company's inaugural earnings report following its stock market debut.

HCL Tech Q4 Results: Cons PAT up 4% YoY at Rs 4,488 crore, revenue rises 12%; Rs 24 per share dividend declared
HCL Tech Q4 Results: IT major HCL Technologies on Tuesday reported a 4.2% growth in its consolidated net profit for the March-ended quarter at Rs 4,488 crore versus Rs 4,307 crore in the year ago period. The profit after tax (PAT) is attributable to the owners of the company.

Apple CEO Tim Cook steps down; HCLTech Q4 report
After 15 years at the helm of Apple, Tim Cook will step down to make way for insider John Ternus. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

Tata Elxsi Q4 Results: Profit jumps 28% YoY to Rs 220 crore; co declares Rs 75 per share dividend
Tata Elxsi reported Q4FY26 results with net profit rising 28% to Rs 220 crore and revenue up 9% to Rs 994 crore, driven by deal wins, media and transportation growth, stronger margins, and a recommended Rs 75 dividend for shareholders

HCL Tech announces Rs 24 per share dividend, sets April 25 as record date
HCL Technologies announced a Rs 24 interim dividend for FY27 with April 25 as record date. Q4 net profit rose 4.2% YoY to Rs 4,488 crore, while revenue grew 12% YoY, marking continued growth and consistent shareholder payouts.

From ₹1K gigs to ₹70 lakh hustle: Techie quits moonlighting to reclaim Life
A young platform engineer from a tier-3 college revealed his intense moonlighting journey, juggling two remote roles to earn Rs 70 lakh annually. Despite significant income, he prioritized assets over savings, leading to a strategic exit from one role to manage taxes and reflect on his life beyond work.

Hindustan Copper plans Rs 7,189-cr capex over 5 years for expansion of mines
Hindustan Copper Limited is investing over Rs 7,000 crore in the next five years to expand its mines. Production capacity is set to significantly increase. The company is also undertaking a major digital transformation. This includes upgrading communication systems and implementing advanced technologies like 5G and AI.

Stocks in news: HCL Tech, Vedanta, Jio Financial, IndusInd Bank, Suzlon Energy
Markets are cautious as a ceasefire nears expiry. Oil prices rose, and the rupee weakened, sparking inflation worries. Investors are watching the Q4 earnings season. Stocks like HCL Tech, Vedanta, and Jio Financial are in focus. Vedanta's demerger is set for May 1, 2026. HCL Tech reports Tuesday. Jio Financial expands its lending. TVS Motor enters Zambia.

HCL Tech Q4 Preview: Will growth surprise investors after weak Wipro earnings?
HCL Technologies is poised for a mixed March quarter, anticipating steady year-on-year growth but a sequential dip due to software seasonality and rising costs. While revenue is projected to climb annually, a slight quarterly decline is expected. Margins may face pressure from wage hikes and restructuring. Investors await insights on future guidance and AI impact.

Groww Q4 Results: Profit soars 122% YoY to Rs 686 crore, cashing in on market crash and Iran war
Groww Q4 Results: Groww's parent company, Billionbrains Garage Ventures, announced a significant 122% year-on-year profit increase to Rs 686 crore for the March quarter. Revenue also surged 87% to Rs 1,505 crore. This strong performance was fueled by user growth and increased trading activity, especially in derivatives. Customer assets on the platform grew substantially, demonstrating continued investor confidence and platform engagement.

Yes Bank shares jump 3% after Q4 earnings beat estimates. Here's what Morgan Stanley, other brokerages say
Yes Bank shares rose after reporting a strong March quarter with sharp growth in net profit and net interest income, alongside improved asset quality. However, brokerages remain cautious, citing expensive valuations, reliance on recoveries, and below-industry growth, raising concerns over the sustainability of profitability and near-term upside potential in the stock.

YES Bank Q4 preview: NII to grow up to 12%; PAT estimates diverge. 8 things to watch
YES Bank is poised for a steady Q4FY26 performance, with brokerages forecasting healthy earnings growth driven by stable margins and resilient loan expansion. Analysts anticipate a profit after tax between Rs 765 crore and Rs 1,066 crore, reflecting significant year-on-year growth.

ICICI Bank Q4 preview: PAT to grow up to 6% YoY, NII seen rising up to 8%. 8 things to watch
ICICI Bank is expected to post a steady Q4FY26 performance, with brokerages projecting 2–6% YoY PAT growth and a 4–8% rise in NII. While loan growth and asset quality remain healthy, margins may face mild pressure. Key monitorables include NIM trajectory, deposit trends, credit costs, and provisioning.

HDFC Bank Q4 preview: PAT seen stable with up to 10% YoY growth; NIM pressure persists. 8 things to watch
HDFC Bank is expected to post a steady Q4FY26, with PAT likely growing 6–10% YoY and NIM pressure persisting. Brokerages foresee moderate NII growth, stable asset quality, and healthy deposits. Key monitorables include NIM trajectory, credit costs, loan–deposit gap, and management commentary after the Chairman’s exit.

Gautam Duggad on why midcaps will keep beating Nifty and his top bets for FY27
Gautam Duggad of Motilal Oswal Financial Services anticipates a sharp earnings slowdown in the fourth quarter. He strongly recommends PSU banks, defence stocks, and capital market plays for the upcoming fiscal year 2027. Duggad believes midcap companies will continue to outperform large caps due to structural growth differences. His strategy favors discretionary consumption over traditional FMCG.

Mutual funds raise tech exposure in March after 8-year low. Tactical move or trend reversal?
Mutual funds raised tech exposure in March after an eight-year low, driven by tactical rebalancing and improved valuations. Experts say global cues like US tech recovery and easing rate concerns are aiding sentiment. Despite recent losses of up to 25%, the sector outlook remains gradually positive, supported by AI and cloud trends, though near-term volatility persists.
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