MRF DIVIDEND RECORD DATE
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.
IIFL Finance to raise Rs 6,414 crore through preferential issue; Blackstone to invest Rs 5,000 crore
IIFL Finance approved a Rs 6,414 crore capital raise led by Blackstone, which will invest Rs 5,000 crore for an approximately 16% stake. Promoters Nirmal Jain and R Venkataraman will collectively invest Rs 1,264 crore through warrants.
Have incorrect details in your EPF account? 5 easy steps to update name, date of birth, date of joining & more online
EPF members now have the ability to rectify discrepancies in their account records using the newly introduced online joint declaration facility. This tool enables users to update personal information, such as names and dates of birth. Once a correction request is made, it requires verification and approval from the employer before the EPFO office finalizes the process.
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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.
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.
Finolex Cables shares fall 5% after rallying 20% during Muhurat Trading session. More upside ahead?
Finolex Cables shares fell after a 20% upper-circuit rally during Sunday's Muhurat Trading session, giving back some of the Rs 3,334 crore market-cap gain. The sharp rally followed a strong Q2 performance, with consolidated net profit rising 68% YoY to Rs 273 crore and revenue growing 65% to Rs 2,269 crore.
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.
NSE looks beyond transaction fees to drive growth
NSE reported a sequential decline in revenue and profit in the September quarter from previous results. The drop resulted from a 16% fall in transaction charges and reduced trading activity. NSE plans to enhance market activity through amendments to its Closing Auction Session framework expected in December. Additionally, the exchange is diversifying its offerings into commodity derivatives and digital gold products.
Sensex & Nifty fall in Muhurat trade for first time since 2017
Indian equities experienced a slight decline during the Diwali Muhurat trading session for the first time since 2017. The Sensex ended at 80,999.40, down 28.62 points, and the Nifty closed at 24,986.40, shedding 43.95 points. Despite the drop, market sentiment has recently shown signs of improvement, particularly with foreign investors becoming buyers again.
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 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.
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.
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.
Bonus issue alert! Choice International to reward shareholders with 1:1 bonus shares. Check details
Choice International has approved a 1:1 bonus issue, its first such corporate action in two years. Under the proposal, shareholders will receive one bonus share for every share held on the record date, which will be announced later. The move will double the number of outstanding shares without changing the company’s market capitalisation, while potentially improving stock liquidity and affordability.
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.
Bonus issue alert! Last day to buy this Rakesh Jhunjhunwala-backed smallcap pharma stock for 1:1 bonus bonanza
As per Sebi's T+1 settlement cycle, investors must buy the company's shares at least one trading day before the record date for them to be credited to their demat accounts and qualify for the bonus issue. This makes today the last day to buy the stock to be eligible for the bonus shares.
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.
Asian Paints Q2 Results: Net profit rises 7% YoY to Rs 1,068 crore; firm announces Rs 5.75/share dividend
Asian Paints Q2 Results: The paint maker reported a 7% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 consolidated net profit to Rs 1,068 crore, while revenue grew 17% to Rs 9,977 crore. The company announced an interim dividend of Rs 5.75 per share, with November 4 set as the record date, even as shares fell 2%.
HUL Q2 Results: Net profit rises 4% YoY to Rs 2,790 crore; Rs 19/share dividend declared
HUL Q2 Results: Hindustan Unilever reported a 4% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 2,790 crore, while revenue grew 15% to Rs 18,226 crore. The FMCG major declared an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share and expects performance to improve in FY27, though near-term commodity inflation remains a concern.
Dividends & stock splits: L&T Tech, Shriram Finance among 24 stocks turning ex-record date this week. Do you own?
As many as 24 companies will turn ex-record date for dividends, stock splits and rights issues during the week starting October 26. Key names include Shriram Finance, CRISIL, Cyient, Chennai Petroleum and L&T Technology Services.
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