ICICI BANK Q4 PREVIEW
Bank of Maharashtra Q4 Results: Net profit jumps 34% YoY to Rs 2,014 crore; NII up 20%
Bank of Maharashtra reported a 35% YoY rise in Q4FY26 net profit to Rs 2,014 crore, driven by strong growth in NII, advances, and overall business. Asset quality improved, with lower gross and net NPAs. For FY26, profit rose 27%, while deposits and advances grew robustly. The bank also announced a total dividend of 22% for the year.
SW Solar shares rally 17% after Rs 3,500 crore order from Coal India. Check details
Shares of Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited surged 17% after securing a Rs 3,490 crore solar EPC order from Coal India Limited, along with another project win. Strong order inflows and improved financial performance have boosted investor sentiment, driving sharp near-term gains in the stock.
HDFC Bank vs ICICI Bank vs YES Bank: Which one to buy after Q4 results?
HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Yes Bank delivered steady FY26 performances with healthy earnings growth and improved asset quality. While ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank attracted positive brokerage outlooks with strong fundamentals, analysts remain cautious on Yes Bank, citing valuation concerns and sustainability risks despite sharp profit growth in the latest quarter.
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's impact.
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.
ICICI Bank shares rise 2% after Q4 results. What Jefferies, Bernstein and other brokerages are saying
Brokerages remain bullish on ICICI Bank after a strong quarter, citing stable margins, healthy loan growth and improving asset quality. Motilal Oswal, Elara Capital and JM Financial maintained buy ratings, with target prices up to Rs 1,783. They expect steady returns, strong buffers and consistent execution to support premium valuations and earnings growth over FY27-28.
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Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, RIL, Trent, Jio Financial
Indian markets are set for a dynamic start today. Investors will closely watch the Q4 results from banking giants HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. Reliance Industries and Jio Financial also released their earnings. Trent's board will consider a bonus issue and dividend. Geopolitical events will also influence trading. Lupin received observations from USFDA.
Can Sensex, Nifty extend gains on Monday? Oil prices, 5 factors to guide Dalal Street this week
Indian stock markets are poised for a strong opening, extending Friday's gains as GIFT Nifty surged. Optimism surrounding a potential resolution to the Iran-US conflict and falling oil prices are boosting sentiment. Major bank earnings and a strengthening rupee also provide support, with FIIs showing consistent buying interest.
India's consumer discretionary firms set for strong growth, demand recovery in Q4: Report
Consumer discretionary companies anticipate robust revenue and earnings growth in the March quarter of FY26. Demand is recovering across various segments, with jewellery leading the charge. Apparel and paints sectors also show improvement. Margins are set to expand gradually. Valuations are moderating, presenting a reasonable risk-reward ratio for investors.
Fall in provisions help ICICI Bank's net profit in Q4 FY26
ICICI Bank's net profit rose 9% to Rs 13,702 crore in March 2026, driven by stable loan growth and a significant drop in provisions. Total advances increased 16%, with strong contributions from business banking and rural portfolios. The bank maintained a healthy net interest margin and stable asset quality.
ICICI Bank Q4 Results: Net profit up 8.5% to Rs 13,702 crore, announces Rs 12 dividend
ICICI Bank announced a net profit of Rs 13,702 crore for the fourth quarter of FY26, an 8.5% year-on-year increase. The bank's net interest income also rose by 8.4% to Rs 22,979 crore during the same period, reflecting strong financial performance.
HDFC Bank Q4 Results: Net profit rises 9% to Rs 19,221 crore; announces Rs 13 dividend for FY26
HDFC Bank announced a net profit of Rs 19,221 crore for the March quarter, a 9% rise year-on-year. This growth was achieved despite a slight 1.1% decrease in interest income, which stood at Rs 76,610 crore compared to Rs 77,460 crore in the prior year's corresponding period.
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.
Gujarat Gas rises 7% after Nomura upgrade. Is the Iran war a buying opportunity?
Gujarat Gas shares saw a significant jump after a major brokerage upgraded the stock. The US-Iran conflict is creating supply chain disruptions, impacting fuel availability. This situation presents opportunities for Gujarat Gas, especially in the Morbi region. The company is poised for potential volume growth and improved margins. Investors are watching closely as the market reacts to these developments.
Claude Opus 4.7 launched: Smarter, safer AI - but why isn’t it more powerful than Anthropic's Claude Mythos explained
Claude Opus 4.7: Anthropic unveils Claude Opus 4.7, a practical AI upgrade for everyday work, software engineering, and instruction following. While its most powerful public model, it's less advanced than the exclusive Claude Mythos Preview. Opus 4.7 features built-in safeguards against risky cybersecurity uses.
Wipro share buyback: IT major announces Rs 15,000 crore offer at 19% premium. Key things to know
Wipro share buyback: IT services giant Wipro announced a significant Rs 15,000 crore share buyback at Rs 250 per share, a 19% premium over the last closing price. This marks the company's first buyback in over three years, involving up to 60 crore shares, representing 5.7% of its paid-up capital. Promoters have indicated their intention to participate in the tender route buyback.
Coal India, NMDC emerge as must-watch mining plays as spot prices surge, says Motilal Oswal's Siddhartha Khemka
India's mining and metals sectors show strong opportunity with surging coal and iron ore prices, benefiting Coal India and NMDC. Private banks are outperforming PSUs due to NIM recovery, with SBI and ICICI Bank as top picks. The auto sector saw robust Q4 volume growth, while consumption remains mixed with jewellery and liquor showing resilience.
HDB Financial Q4 Results: Profit jumps 41% YoY to Rs 751 crore; co declares Rs 2 per share dividend
HDB Financial Q4 Results: HDB Financial on Wednesday reported a 41% year-on-year spike in its Q4 profit at Rs 751 crore from Rs 531 crore a year earlier. Alongside the results, the NBFC's Board also cleared a debt fundraising plan of Rs 32,825 crore.
Earnings vs signals: Q4 results may matter more than they look
The March quarter earnings season arrives at an inflection point, with stable numbers masking underlying economic shifts. Escalation of the Gulf conflict introduced external shocks, with first-order impacts visible in rising input costs. Investors should focus on forward-looking signals as second-order effects are expected to unfold in Q1 FY27.
Wipro Q4 Preview: Profit may fall on margin pressures. Is buyback the only thing to cheer?
Wipro is expected to report steady revenue growth but weaker profitability in the March quarter, impacted by wage hikes, acquisition-related costs and subdued discretionary spending. Sequential growth remains muted despite acquisition support, while BFSI shows resilience, and healthcare remains weak. Investors will closely track margins, deal pipeline and AI outlook.
ICICI Prudential Life shares zoom 7% after Q4 profit surges 58%. Should you buy, sell or hold?
ICICI Prudential Life shares jumped 7% after the insurer reported a 58% YoY rise in Q4FY26 net profit to Rs 609 crore and announced a final dividend. For FY26, profit grew 35% to Rs 1,600 crore, aided by a stake sale. Net premium income rose 17%, driven by strong growth in one-time and renewal premiums.
ICICI Prudential AMC shares slip over 3% after Q4 results. Check details
ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company share price dropped 3.4% after it reported steady March quarter earnings, supported by strong revenue growth and improved operating performance. While quarterly profit moderated sequentially, annual earnings remained robust. Expanding assets under management and a growing investor base highlight sustained business momentum and reinforce the company’s strong position in the domestic mutual fund industry.
RBI rejects banks’ request to spread out Q4 treasury losses
The RBI has declined banks’ request to stagger provisions for likely MTM losses in the March quarter. Banks had sought relief to cushion the impact of rising bond yields and a late-imposed $100 million cap on net open positions, both of which pressured treasury earnings.
Starbucks reveals summer menu preview — see the new drinks and treats coming soon
Starbucks summer menu 2026 is coming soon with new drinks and sweet treats. The company shared a preview before the full launch in May. Some items are new, while some popular ones are returning for a short time. There will also be fun merchandise collections. More menu items are expected to be announced later.
ICICI Pru Life Q4 Results: Profit jumps 58% YoY to Rs 609 crore; premium growth steady
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance reported a 58% jump in March-quarter profit to Rs 609 crore, while FY26 profit rose 35% to Rs 1,600 crore. Premium growth remained strong, led by one-time policies. The insurer expects retail demand to benefit from tax cuts, though market-linked product demand may stay subdued amid ongoing volatility in equity markets.
UK financial regulators rush to assess risks of Anthropic's latest AI model: Report
UK financial regulators are holding urgent talks with the government's cyber security agency and major banks to assess risks posed by the new artificial intelligence model from Anthropic, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
Anthropic’s Claude Mythos AI fears trigger $2 trillion wipeout in IT stocks; JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns 'AI will likely worsen...'
Anthropic’s powerful new AI model, Claude Mythos Preview, has triggered a $2 trillion selloff in enterprise software stocks and prompted an emergency meeting at the US Treasury with top bank CEOs. The model’s ability to find and exploit software vulnerabilities has raised serious concerns about cybersecurity risks and market disruption.
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