FY25
M&M bets on SUV growth, EV expansion and global aerospace orders to drive earnings
Mahindra & Mahindra has unveiled impressive revenue and profit figures, driven largely by the rising popularity of SUVs and electric vehicles. Looking ahead, the company is set to boost production capacity and launch several new vehicles. In contrast, the tractor sector's growth forecast has been adjusted to flat, influenced by unfavorable monsoon conditions and low water levels in reservoirs.
NBFCs eye rate hikes, higher fees to offset insurance income hit
Non-bank lenders and housing finance companies are expected to raise lending rates in response to proposed regulatory changes. This adjustment aims to offset potential income losses from caps on insurance distribution. Companies such as Bajaj Housing Finance and Home First Finance are considering changing their product mix and increasing fees. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India has proposed stringent commission cuts on credit-linked insurance products.
The great Indian biscuit battle begins: Can Reliance crack the code?
Reliance Consumer Products Ltd is set to foray into India's competitive biscuit market, with an aim to leverage affordable pricing and a wide variety of products to attract consumers. Industry leaders Britannia and Parle dominate the market, making it challenging for new entrants like Reliance's Independence.
Indian nationals remain third-largest group at US borders despite a decline in illegal migration attempts
US border officials recorded 30,528 encounters with Indian nationals in fiscal year 2026, a striking 64% decrease from 90,415 encounters during fiscal year 2024. Even with more stringent measures in place, attempts at illegal migration, especially from Gujarat, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh, remain prevalent.
Netflix India's FY26 net up 6% at Rs 90 crore
Netflix India reported a 6% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 90 crore in FY26. Total income increased by 17% to Rs 4,477 crore, primarily through subscriber growth. Expenditure also rose by 17%, impacting profit margins and performance. Meanwhile, Los Gatos Production Services India experienced a decline in net profit, indicating challenges in the content production sector.
Travomint parent SNVA Traveltech files updated draft papers with Sebi for public offering
SNVA Traveltech, parent of online travel platform Travomint, has filed updated IPO papers with SEBI for an entirely offer-for-sale issue of 12.75 crore shares. FY26 revenue rose 58.1%, while net profit jumped 73.7% year-on-year.
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Rs 35 to Rs 111 crore: Udupi boy who washed utensils in Mumbai at 13, now owns 15 restaurants
From arriving in Mumbai with just Rs 35 at the age of 13 to building a restaurant business with Rs 111.45 crore in annual revenue, Narayan T Pujari's journey is remarkable. The Karnataka native once washed utensils and cleaned floors to survive. Today, his Shiv Sagar brand operates around 15 restaurants across India.

Mahindra & Mahindra shares gain 3% after Q2 profit jumps 25% to Rs 4,588 crore, revenue grows 25%
Mahindra & Mahindra shares rose after the company reported a 25% year-on-year jump in consolidated Q2 net profit to Rs 4,588 crore. Revenue also grew 25.4% to Rs 57,515 crore. Total expenses increased 25.9% to Rs 51,845 crore.

LIC net profit jumps 20% YoY to Rs 12,076 crore on higher premiums
Life Insurance Corporation of India reported a 20% year-on-year increase in net profit for the September quarter. Net premium income rose by 16.2% to ₹1.47 lakh crore during the same period. Despite investment challenges, the company's profit growth remained strong due to higher premium income. The value of new business also increased significantly, reflecting improved margins across product categories.

LG Electronics India enters automotive solutions business, plans manufacturing in Andhra Pradesh
LG Electronics India has received board approval to expand into automotive technology and manufacture vehicle solutions. The company plans to develop a range of products including infotainment, telematics, and advanced driver assistance systems. LG Electronics India will invest in phases based on market conditions and technological requirements.

M&M Q2 Results: Profit rises 25% YoY to Rs 4,588 crore, revenue grows 25%
M&M Q2 Results: Revenue from operations grew 25.4% YoY to Rs 57,514.98 crore in Q2FY27, against Rs 45,885.40 crore reported in the year-ago period.

Lenskart shares rally over 10% as strong Q2 triggers target price hikes. What are Jefferies and Morgan Stanley saying?
Lenskart shares surged over 10% after the company reported a 122.1% year-on-year rise in consolidated profit to Rs 227.08 crore for the September quarter. Strong Q2 results prompted brokerages Jefferies, Morgan Stanley and Motilal Oswal to raise their target prices, citing robust revenue growth, margin expansion opportunities, competitive advantages and the company's long-term growth prospects.

Just 3.6% of factories drive 62% of India's manufacturing output, survey shows
India's manufacturing sector shows a significant concentration of output in large factories generating over Rs 500 crore. While these plants represent only 3.6% of operational units, they account for over 62% of total manufacturing output. Smaller factories with output up to Rs 10 crore, in contrast, represent the majority of operational units but contribute minimally to output.

Big factories dominate India's manufacturing output, Annual Survey of Industries shows
India's manufacturing sector is characterised by a significant concentration in large factories generating substantial output. Factories producing over ₹500 crore contribute to more than three-fifths of total value added. Smaller factories represent a large number but have minimal output and value contribution.

Nykaa Q2 profit more than triples, operating revenue grows 28%
The platform’s gross merchandise value (GMV) grew 30% YoY to Rs 6,151 crore in the September quarter. The beauty and personal care business reported a 25% expansion to Rs 4,454 crore and the fashion segment recorded a 42% increase to Rs 1,674 crore.

Nykaa gives beauty a quick-commerce makeover, targets expansion to 25-plus cities by FY27-end
Nykaa is expanding its quick-commerce service, Nykaa Now, to more than 25 cities by FY27-end, from 15 in Q2FY27. The company is banking on a deeper beauty catalogue, higher average order values and greater purchase frequency to differentiate its offering, though it has not disclosed the service's standalone financial performance.

Awfis Space Solutions reports Rs 451 crore revenue from operations during Q2FY27
Awfis Space Solutions reported a 26% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 revenue to Rs 451 crore, driven by strong enterprise and GCC demand. Its co-working business grew 31%, while the company expanded to 254 centres across 18 cities. Awfis is targeting Rs 190-200 crore in full-year Cash EBITDA.

ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or IBC - Part 83: Under this auto ancillary’s hood, sales and profits tell different stories
Some auto suppliers spend years trying to win a major customer. This business has been associated with one for four decades. That has helped build manufacturing scale, product capabilities, and a presence near auto plants. But it also creates an unusual equation for investors. Nearly 90% of the company's FY26 revenue is from sales to one related customer. Its portfolio spans parts that can survive the EV transition and others more closely tied to ICE vehicles. The story is about how durable customer access becomes durable returns.

Nykaa acquires celebrity makeup artist Namrata Soni's beauty brand Simply Nam
Nykaa said it is acquiring 82% stake in Simply Nam for a cash consideration of Rs 33 crore. The 2022-founded brand clocked Rs 17 crore in turnover for fiscal 2026, up from Rs 9.6 crore in FY25. The transaction adds to a series of acquisitions Nykaa has made across its beauty and fashion verticals.

Titan Company Q2 results preview: Profit may rise up to 27% YoY; jewellery growth, margins in focus
Titan Company is set to release its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2026. Brokerage forecasts suggest revenue growth could range from 18.8% to 27% compared to the previous year. Additionally, a substantial year-on-year profit increase of around 27% is anticipated. Key focal points will include jewellery performance, margins, and the growth trajectory of CaratLane, with brokerages recommending a buy on Titan shares due to potential upside.

Bharat Electronics shares gain 3% as Motilal raises target price after Q2; Elara Capital upgrades to Buy
Bharat Electronics shares gained after Motilal Oswal raised its price target and Elara Capital upgraded its rating to Buy. Brokerages cited strong order visibility, healthy revenue growth and margin prospects, while delays in major defence orders remain a key risk.

Giva raises over $100 million led by Multiples Alternate Asset Management
Founded in 2019, Giva focusses on everyday wear and gifting jewellery made from silver, gold, and lab-grown diamonds, sold across online and offline channels. Currently, it has around 425 stores across India and Sri Lanka. By the end of the financial year, it aims to scale to 470-475 stores and plans to have 2,000 in the next four years.

Government has fiscal headroom to absorb Rs 50,000 crore revenue loss from LTCG tax abolition: SBI Research
SBI Research indicates that eliminating the long-term capital gains tax may lead to a modest revenue decline, estimated to be between Rs 40,000-50,000 crore for FY28. The suggested reforms involve raising the exemption limits and introducing lower tax rates based on extended holding durations. Furthermore, an increase in the Securities Transaction Tax is expected to help mitigate some revenue losses, thereby fostering foreign investment and enhancing market confidence.

LTCG abolition may cost just Rs 40,000–50,000 crore, SBI estimates show
SBI Research estimates that abolishing long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax would cost the government just Rs 40,000–50,000 crore in FY27, far below the Rs 1.3 lakh crore collected in FY25. Weaker stock market returns and sustained foreign investor outflows have significantly reduced expected collections, suggesting the move may not derail the government's fiscal consolidation plans.

IPO-bound StockGro's profit jumps 3-fold to Rs 113 cr in FY26 on strong revenue growth
In FY26, StockGro showcased substantial growth, achieving a profit after tax of Rs 112.96 crore while nearly doubling its revenue to Rs 226.14 crore, largely propelled by rising subscription fees. Operational costs increased, leading to higher total expenses. As the company gears up for an IPO, preliminary papers have been submitted to Sebi, with StockGro currently serving over 35 million users and capitalizing on India’s booming retail investment market.

South Eastern Coalfields files DRHP with SEBI for IPO; Coal India to offload 66.8 crore shares
Coal India subsidiary South Eastern Coalfields has filed its draft papers with SEBI for an IPO comprising an offer for sale of up to 66.81 crore shares. One of India’s largest coal producers, SECL reported higher revenue and profit and plans to list on the BSE and NSE.

Cheap stocks aren’t enough: The one trigger FIIs need to return to India
FIIs have pulled nearly $64 billion from Indian equities over the past two years, marking the longest and deepest sell-off in two decades, according to JM Financial. Despite cheaper valuations and an improving earnings outlook, foreign investors remain on the sidelines, with a sustained decline in crude oil prices emerging as a key trigger for their return.

EAAA India Alternatives shares list at less than 1% premium on BSE, NSE
EAAA India Alternatives experienced a quiet entrance into the market, debuting at a slight premium over its IPO price. The IPO, valued at Rs 1,200 crore, involved completely an offer for sale by the promoter without any new equity shares being issued. Consequently, no funds will benefit the company directly.

D2C skincare brand Foxtale’s revenue doubles to Rs 383 crore in FY26
Founded in 2021 by Romita Mazumdar, Foxtale is a beauty and skincare brand that sells moisturisers, sunscreens, serums, cleansers and more based on different skin types. It competes with L'Oréal-backed Deconstruct, Nykaa-owned Dot & Key, HUL-owned Minimalist and others.
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