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Earnings season signals steady recovery as FMCG firms see modest gains and banks face margin pressure

Economy
Published on 8 May 2026
Earnings season signals steady recovery as FMCG firms see modest gains and banks face margin pressure

PSU banks look clean but margins are quietly thinning

India’s earnings season is pointing to a recovery that is real, but not dramatic. FMCG is getting a rural demand lift, yet growth remains modest. PSU banks have cleaner balance sheets, but net interest margins are under quiet pressure. Power and EMS demand stays strong, though profit durability may hinge on raw material costs and intensifying competition.

  • FMCG recovery is underway, driven by rural demand but still modest
  • PSU banks report clean balance sheets with pressure on net interest margins
  • Power and EMS demand remains strong, but margins depend on input costs
  • Rising competition could further challenge profitability across sectors
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