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MRF shares fall after heavy raw material costs push Q2 profit down. Why Motilal Oswal screams Sell
MRF reported a 27% YoY decline in Q2 consolidated net profit to Rs 387 crore, as a 43% surge in raw material costs offset 17% revenue growth to Rs 8,660 crore. Motilal Oswal maintained its ‘Sell’ rating with a target price of Rs 1.05 lakh, citing margin pressure, rising input costs and demand concerns.
TSMC to invest up to USD 1 billion in Anthropic, OpenAI
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has approved investments of up to USD 1 billion in two major Artificial Intelligence companies, Anthropic and OpenAI, as the world's largest dedicated semiconductor foundry expands its strategic presence in the technology ecosystem.
Cochin Shipyard shares tumble 8% as Q2 profit falls 50% YoY despite revenue growth
Cochin Shipyard shares fell sharply on Wednesday after the company reported a nearly 50% year-on-year decline in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 54 crore. Despite a 12% rise in revenue to Rs 1,249 crore, higher expenses weighed on profitability. The company also announced an interim dividend of Rs 3 per share.
Higher input costs drag MRF Q2 net profit down 23%
Tyre maker MRF Ltd reported a 22.8% decline in net profit for the July-September quarter. Revenue from operations saw a growth of 17.4%, reaching Rs 8,660.19 crore compared to the previous year. However, total expenses also rose significantly, driven by sharp increases in raw material costs. The company announced an interim dividend of Rs 3 per share to its shareholders.
Cochin Shipyard net profit falls 50% to Rs 54 crore in Q2
Cochin Shipyard Ltd reported a 50% decline in consolidated net profit for the September quarter of FY27. The company's net profit fell to Rs 53.77 crore compared to Rs 107.52 crore a year earlier. However, total income increased to Rs 1,331.81 crore from Rs 1,245.88 crore during the same period. Total expenses also rose to Rs 1,256.71 crore compared to Rs 1,095.97 crore previously.
Dividend alert! MRF announces Rs 3/share interim dividend. Check record date
MRF announced an interim dividend of Rs 3 per share alongside its Q2FY27 results, with November 17 set as the record date. The tyre-maker reported a 13% YoY decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 417 crore.
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MRF Q2 Results: Net profit falls 13% YoY to Rs 417 crore, revenue rises 17%; board declares interim dividend
MRF reported a 12.9% YoY decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 417 crore in Q2FY27, despite 17.4% revenue growth. EBITDA fell 14.9%, while the board declared an interim dividend of Rs 3 per share.

Chipmaker Infineon forecasts strong 2027 growth on data-centre demand
The German chipmaker reported fourth-quarter revenue of €4.706 billion ($5.28 billion) and a segment result of €1.119 billion, yielding a segment margin of 23.8%. For the full fiscal year, revenue rose 12% to €16.353 billion, while adjusted free cash flow reached €1.925 billion.

Taxpayers fret over loose ends in amnesty scheme, seek CBDT clarity on foreign asset disclosure rules as deadline nears
Many taxpayers are unsure if they need to report various accounts due to ambiguous regulations. Clarification is being sought from the Central Board of Direct Taxes regarding ownership versus authority, among other things.

Kirloskar Industries Q2 profit rises 5% to Rs 105 crore
Kirloskar Industries (KIL) achieved a consolidated profit after tax of ₹105 crore for the quarter ending September 30, reflecting a 5% increase from ₹100.1 crore in the previous year’s corresponding quarter. The overall income surged to ₹2,097.7 crore, up from ₹1,790.1 crore, highlighting robust operational performance. Kirloskar Ferrous Industries, a key subsidiary, showcased strong demand, while Avante Spaces progresses steadily in the real estate market.

Bonus, stock splits & dividends: Dabur India, HUL, ONGC among 76 companies turning ex-record date this week
As many as 76 companies, including Dabur India, HUL, ONGC, NBCC, and HUDCO, have set record dates for dividends, stock splits, and bonus issues during the week of November 9-13. Markets remain closed on Tuesday, November 10, for Diwali-Balipratipada.

ONGC uses stuck Russian dividend dues for Sakhalin fund, seeks operatorship of Venezuela oilfields
ONGC has utilized funds from its Russian dividends to meet its obligations for the Sakhalin-1 abandonment fund. The company is negotiating with Venezuela's PDVSA to take operational control of the San Cristobal and PetroCarabobo projects. This move is expected to enhance ONGC's ability to recover historical dividends and improve cash flow management. Discussions with relevant parties have progressed, and new agreements are anticipated soon.

ONGC Q2 profit jumps 57% to Rs 15,489 crore on higher oil prices, rupee depreciation
ONGC has reported a significant 57% increase in quarterly profit, reaching Rs 15,489 crore. The profit surge is attributed to higher oil and gas prices combined with rupee depreciation. Gross revenue also rose by 33% to Rs 43,875 crore during the July-September quarter. The company announced an interim dividend of Rs 8 per share, marking its highest-ever interim dividend.

ONGC Q2 Results: Consolidated PAT jumps 47% YoY to Rs 18,535 crore; co declares interim dividend Rs 8/share
ONGC reported a 46.9% YoY rise in consolidated Q2 FY27 profit to Rs 18,534.82 crore, while revenue grew 25.6%. The company declared an Rs 8 interim dividend and approved a Rs 10,000 crore loan to ONGC Videsh.

Trump’s $5,000 stimulus check promise faces a big question after Democrats take control of the House and Senate: Will Americans still get the tariff-funded payments?
For Americans who were counting on Donald Trump’s promised $5,000 payment, the midterm election result has raised a big question; will the money still arrive? Trump had promised every adult US citizen a $5,000 check if Republicans retained control of both the House and Senate. That condition has now fallen apart. Democrats have won the Senate and are close to securing a House majority.

Gaja Alternatives net profit up 128% at Rs. 64.7 crore
Gaja Alternatives reported a 128% sequential rise in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs. 64.7 crore, with revenue increasing 26% to Rs. 65.5 crore. The private equity asset manager highlighted strong fund performance, zero debt and expanding investments.

DBS Group Q3 net profit falls 5% to S$2.81 billion, misses estimates
DBS Group reported a 5% year-on-year decline in third-quarter net profit to S$2.81 billion, missing analyst estimates due to weaker market trading income. The bank also announced dividends and a leadership transition, with Anthony Lim set to become chairman in January 2027.

Dividend alert! Last day to buy Power Grid, NTPC, Info Edge among 26 stocks for dividend rewards
Under Sebi’s T+1 settlement cycle, investors need to purchase a company’s shares at least one trading day before the record date to ensure the shares are credited to their demat accounts in time, and they become eligible for the corporate action. Accordingly, today is the last opportunity for investors to buy the shares so that they are credited to their accounts by the record date (November 6), making them eligible for the dividend.

Dabur India Q2 Results: Profit rises 12% YoY to Rs 506 crore, revenue up 12%; co declares interim dividend of Rs 3.50/share
Dabur India reported an 11.7% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 net profit to Rs 505.5 crore, while revenue grew 11.6% to Rs 3,563.1 crore. Growth was driven by food, beverages, premium brands and international markets.

Bayer CropScience Q2 profit rises 9% to Rs 166 crore despite 19% decline in revenue
Bayer CropScience Ltd has announced an impressive 8.84% growth in net profit, totaling Rs 166.2 crore for Q2 FY27. However, total income saw a 19.4% decline year-over-year, attributed to ongoing market challenges. Factors such as unpredictable monsoon patterns have disrupted both sowing and crop protection demand. In response, the company emphasizes efficiency improvements and portfolio enhancements, while the board has declared an interim dividend of Rs 90 per share.

Happiest Minds Q2 Results: Profit rises 15% to Rs 62 crore; revenue up 12% to Rs 645 crore
Happiest Minds Technologies has seen a 15.12% rise in consolidated net profit for the September quarter FY27. Revenue from operations also increased by 12.5% compared to the previous year. The company announced an interim dividend of Rs 3.05 per equity share for the 2026-27 fiscal year. An exceptional charge was included in the quarter's results due to a proposed merger with ITC Infotech.

Oracle plans to raise $20 billion through bonds and stock sales
The company said last week that it expects capital spending to peak this fiscal year and the next as it builds more cloud-computing capacity, but pledged to raise no more than $20 billion in additional financing for AI through fiscal 2030.

Dividend alert! Last day to buy Asian Paints, Coal India and 6 more stocks for dividend payout worth nearly Rs 31. Do you own any?
Under Sebi’s T+1 settlement cycle, investors need to purchase a company’s shares at least one trading day before the record date to ensure the shares are credited to their demat accounts in time, and they become eligible for the corporate action.

High-yield US stocks: 10 companies offering dividend yields of up to 16.65%
Ten US-listed companies with market capitalisations above $5 billion offer dividend yields ranging from 7.16% to 16.65%. AGNC Investment and Annaly lead, while Western Midstream, MPLX and Main Street Capital delivered positive five-year share-price returns.

Big tech share buybacks plunge 83% as AI spending hits cash flows
Major US technology companies sharply reduced dividends and share buybacks as record AI infrastructure spending pushed their combined free cash flow into deficit. The shift raises concerns about shareholder returns and places greater pressure on Big Tech to deliver profit growth from its AI investments.

Bonus issues, stock splits, dividends: Infosys, Asian Paints among over 40 stocks turning ex-date this week
More than 40 companies have scheduled record dates for dividends, bonus issues, rights issues and stock splits during November 2–6, 2026. Major names include Infosys, Asian Paints, Coal India, Power Grid and Info Edge, while Sanofi India will offer the week’s highest announced dividend of Rs 75 per share.

NTPC Q2 Results: Standalone profit rises 14% YoY to Rs 5,320 crore; revenue up 17%
NTPC has showcased a strong performance in the second quarter of FY27, with a significant 14% increase in standalone net profit year-on-year. The operational revenue saw a notable rise of 16.8% from the same quarter last year, reflecting solid financial health. An interim dividend of Rs 3 per share was announced for shareholders. In a move to bolster growth, NTPC is also increasing its capital expenditure on pumped storage initiatives.

Big dividends, bigger losses? The hidden risk in Wall Street's highest-yielding stocks
Several US stocks offer dividend yields exceeding 10%, led by mortgage REITs Annaly Capital Management and AGNC Investment above 16%. However, significant share-price declines highlight risks surrounding dividend sustainability, payout ratios, debt and overall investment returns.

Warren Buffett's Berkshire earns more than 40% from just these 3 stocks; do you have in your portfolio?
Warren Buffett’s biggest dividend lesson lies in three stocks Berkshire Hathaway has held for decades. Coca-Cola, American Express and Moody’s now generate annual dividends equal to 65%, 45% and 41% of Berkshire’s original purchase costs.
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