Singapore Airlines Group’s FY26 profit fell 57.4% to SGD 1.184 billion, driven by the absence of a prior one-off merger gain and by losses linked to Air India. Even with weaker earnings, SIA says it remains firmly committed to its Air India investment, calling it essential to its multi-hub strategy in a fast growing aviation market.
HPCL has announced a final dividend of Rs 19.25 per share, its highest payout in five years. The record date is August 14, and shares jumped about 4% right after the news. The company also reported a strong Q4, with profit rising 46% to Rs 4,902 crore, signaling momentum despite a weaker 2026 trend.
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MTAR Technologies’ March-quarter earnings surged more than 200% to Rs 44 crore, driven by 67% revenue growth and better operating efficiency. The precision engineering firm saw higher product sales alongside expanding demand across clean energy, aerospace, defence, and strategic manufacturing. The results signal strong momentum as profitability improved alongside top-line growth.
JSW Energy’s March quarter results are drawing fresh investor attention after net profit rose 38% year-on-year to Rs 574 crore and revenue climbed 41%. Power sales volumes increased, with both renewable and thermal generation registering substantial gains. The company also recommended a dividend payout, adding to the positive read-through for shareholders.
Samsung and SK Hynix logged record profits of $59.7 billion in the March 2026 quarter, exceeding the total profit of all listed India Inc companies in any prior quarter. The windfall is linked to surging AI-related capital spending, with memory chips sitting at the core of demand—highlighting how chip supply chains are powering the next AI boom.
State Bank of India reported a record profit above ₹80,000 crore, even as investors worried about net interest income and margin pressure. Chairman CS Setty said net interest margins have likely bottomed out and should stabilize around 3%. SBI also pointed to strong deposit growth and expects 13–15% loan growth across segments in FY27, while watching global risks closely.
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L&T Technology Services CEO Amit Chadha’s FY26 remuneration dropped about 17% to Rs 14.96 crore, with CFO Rajeev Gupta’s pay also declining. Despite lower executive pay, LTTS reported a 6.75% rise in Jan–Mar FY26 profit and full-year profit of Rs 1,279.2 crore, while large deal bookings crossed USD 850 million.
SBI Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty dismissed concerns over funding by pointing to an excess Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) of roughly Rs 3 lakh crore on the bank’s balance sheet. He said the public sector lender has no funding challenges ahead even as SBI reported its highest-ever annual profit of Rs 80,032 crore.
Nintendo says it will raise the price of its Switch 2 across Japan, the US, and Europe, citing continued increases in component costs. The move comes with a sharp warning that net profit for the current year could drop significantly, despite a strong prior fiscal performance. Consumers may feel the shift immediately at launch and in upcoming retail pricing.
Sony expects its profit to rise 11% to 1.6 trillion yen by March 2027, even as it forecasts lower sales in its gaming business. The outlook hinges on strong software releases that can lift margins, alongside a share buyback plan of up to 500 billion yen. Investors are also weighing memory price spikes, chip costs, and supply chain risks.
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Home First Finance posted a 43% jump in Q4 profit to Rs 150 crore, powered by strong expansion and 25% AUM growth. Operating profit and income rose as well, while asset quality stayed stable. The company also increased its dividend payout significantly, signaling improving earnings momentum.
Shree Cement reported Q4 consolidated PAT of Rs 526 crore, down 8% YoY, despite revenue growing 10% to Rs 6,101 crore. The company declared a Rs 70 per share dividend. While profitability dipped year-on-year, volume gains and expanding RMC operations helped improve performance sequentially, signaling resilience beneath the headline numbers.
Jammu & Kashmir Bank posted a 36% jump in Q4 profit, helped by improved asset quality and stronger operating profit. Annual profit reached a record high as advances and deposits grew steadily. The bank pointed to sustained demand and a sharper lending focus on retail, MSMEs, and agriculture to support growth and resilience.
Sobha Ltd’s shares surged about 10% after its Q4 net profit more than doubled to Rs 92 crore, up 124% year-on-year. Revenue rose 29% to Rs 2,030 crore, supported by strong sales in Bengaluru and NCR. The firm pointed to resilient demand for premium housing and confidence from a strategic land bank to fuel future growth.
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India’s auto industry is bracing for a bruising FY26, with forecasts projecting a Rs 25,000 crore profit hit. The pressure comes from stricter end-of-life vehicle environmental rules, reportedly applied retroactively to earlier vehicle sales. Automakers and suppliers now expect higher compliance costs and margin erosion, reshaping fiscal planning across the sector.
Indian Bank reported a 5% year-on-year rise in Q4 net profit to Rs 2,956 crore as operating profit improved and both gross and net non-performing assets fell sharply. While the lender expects steady advances growth in the current fiscal year, it flagged potential challenges for treasury operations linked to global events. Deposits also grew strongly.
Indian Overseas Bank’s Q4 net profit surged 43% to Rs 1,505 crore, helped by lower provisions and tax expenses. While pre-provision operating profit stayed flat due to treasury losses, asset quality improved, with the NPA ratio declining. The bank also recorded a 56% jump in annual net profit, signaling better overall performance beyond one quarter.
Maruti Suzuki is doubling down on small cars to drive growth in India’s price-sensitive market, aiming for volume even as rising costs squeeze fourth-quarter profits. While demand stays resilient, the automaker is also expanding its SUV lineup and exploring new export markets, betting that scale and affordability will protect long-term momentum despite margin pressure.
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City Union Bank shares jumped nearly 6% after the bank reported a 25% year-on-year rise in Q4FY26 net profit to Rs 360 crore. The rally was driven by stronger net interest income growth, improving margins, and steady deposit and advance growth. Investors also reacted positively to stable asset quality and a solid capital position.
Coal India posted a 12% jump in Q4 profit to Rs 10,908 crore, helped by stronger realizations and higher income despite cost pressures. Margins improved, but volumes remained flat. The miner also declared a final dividend of Rs 5.25. Still, full-year profit fell due to higher expenses.
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