Canara HSBC Life Insurance shares surged 10% after reporting a nearly 9% net profit increase to Rs 35 crore for Q4 FY26. The insurer saw a 13% rise in Annualised Premium Equivalent (APE) and a significant 49% surge in Value of New Business (VNB) to Rs 214 crore, with VNB margins expanding to 30.4%.Read More

Fed faces leadership shift as Kevin Warsh promotes open debate. Policymakers remain divided on inflation and rates, with no near-term cuts expected. Labor market steady; inflation risks persist.Read More

CEAT shares surged over 12% after reporting a remarkable 145% jump in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 243.85 crore. Revenue also saw a significant 23% rise. The company recommended a higher dividend of Rs 35 per share. Despite geopolitical headwinds, CEAT achieved robust growth across all segments, with plans to expand capacity and manage...Read More

Vedanta’s upcoming demerger will split its businesses into four new listed entities, with April 29 as the last likely date to buy shares for eligibility. While the move is expected to unlock long-term value, recent stock gains suggest limited short-term arbitrage opportunity ahead of the restructuring.Read More

The UAE’s reported exit from OPEC+ is sparking concerns about the alliance’s long-term cohesion, though immediate market disruption is limited. Market experts suggest this development could signal deeper structural issues, potentially leading to increased global oil supply and price collapses once geopolitical tensions subside.Read More

India’s IT slowdown, driven by AI-driven automation and shrinking outsourcing demand, is beginning to hit real estate, mortgages, and employment in tech-heavy cities. With firms like Infosys Ltd. and HCL Technologies Ltd. tightening hiring, banks are rethinking underwriting norms as job risks rise.Read More

Units of Citius TransNet Investment Trust listed at a 4.5% premium, debuting at Rs 104.50 against the issue price of Rs 100. The Rs 1,105-crore fresh issue saw strong demand with 10.42x subscription. The InvIT manages 3,400+ lane-km of road assets, offering stable toll and annuity revenue streams.Read More

Hindustan Unilever is set to report its March quarter results. Growth is anticipated from increased sales volumes. The demerger of its ice cream business will impact headline figures. Analysts expect steady revenue growth. Margins will be a key focus, with underlying pressures potentially masked by the business carve-out. Investors await insights on rural demand and...Read More

India is bracing for a major energy cost shock. Soaring crude oil prices are set to impact corporate profits, consumer spending, and government finances. The nation’s import bill for crude and gas is projected to rise significantly. Experts warn that the pain will eventually be felt by consumers and the government. The aviation sector is...Read More

OnEMI Technology Solutions’ Rs 925.92 crore IPO opens April 30, closing May 5, with a price band of Rs 162-171. The digital lending platform, operating under Kissht and Ring, aims to strengthen its subsidiary’s capital base. The issue shows modest grey market interest, trading at a Rs 4 premium.Read More