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On October 23, the Indian stock market declined for the fourth straight session with the Sensex falling 126 points. Rising crude oil prices above $114 per barrel and weak performances in FMCG, oil and gas, and consumer durable sectors influenced the market. Shriram Finance was the biggest loser among stocks.
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The CMAT 2027 exam is scheduled for February 7, 2027. Candidates should watch for the official notification from the National Testing Agency to learn about registration dates, application fees, eligibility, and exam details. Stay updated at cmat.nta.nic.in.
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Shriram Finance reported a 59% year-on-year increase in profit after tax (PAT) to ₹3,677 crore in Q2 FY27. The company’s assets under management grew nearly 17% to ₹3.29 lakh crore, and it declared an interim dividend of ₹6.50 per share.
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Steel Strips Wheels Limited (SSWL) reported a 209% increase in standalone net profit for Q2, reaching ₹119 crore. Shares surged 15% to a 52-week high of ₹449, driven by strong revenue growth and operational performance.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) provides guidance to candidates facing live photo capture problems during the UGC NET December 2026 application process. Follow these steps to ensure your photo meets requirements and complete your application successfully.
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The National Medical Commission (NMC) has denotified the MSMER 2023 to remove overlapping regulatory procedures without lowering medical education standards. Medical colleges must still comply with annual disclosures and inspections to maintain quality and accountability.
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Cyient reported a 16.6% quarter-on-quarter profit increase to ₹121.4 crore in Q2 FY27, driven by strong revenue growth in its Digital, Engineering, and Technology segment. The company declared an interim dividend of ₹12 per share and achieved record order intake, signaling confidence in future growth.
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The Indian government has extended the deadline for duty-free imports of up to 10 lakh tonnes of raw sugar to December 31, 2026, due to lower domestic sugar production estimates. This move aims to stabilize sugar supplies and prices amid changing ethanol procurement policies.
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Colgate-Palmolive India reported a 13% revenue increase in Q2 FY27 but saw a drop in EBITDA margin to 63.4%. The company declared a ₹24 interim dividend per share. Analysts from Jefferies and Goldman Sachs noted margin pressures despite growth in net profit and revenue.
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RBI sets final redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bonds 2018-19 Series II at ₹14,425 per unit, offering over 350% returns since issuance. New tax rules from April 2026 may impact gains for investors holding these bonds until maturity.
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The Sensex fell more than 1,200 points from its day's high, with the Nifty50 testing an intraday low of 22,407. Rising crude oil prices and global tensions caused negative market sentiment, impacting major Indian stocks and sectors.
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Infosys is set to announce its Q2FY27 results with expected low single-digit growth in revenue and net profit. Experts predict a slight margin dip and possible FY27 guidance cut amid soft demand and AI investments. The stock shows a strong uptrend ahead of the announcement.
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JSW Steel is set to announce its Q2FY27 results with experts predicting a net profit increase of up to 186% year-on-year. Growth is driven by higher steel prices, strong sales volumes, and increased demand from sectors like automobiles and infrastructure.
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On October 23, over 75 companies including Infosys, Tata Motors, JSW Steel, BPCL, and Adani Power reported their Q2 FY27 earnings for the July-September quarter. This article summarizes key updates and insights from these financial disclosures.
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Jio Platforms IPO was subscribed 6.15 times on its last day of bidding, with strong demand from qualified institutional buyers and retail investors. The company aims to raise ₹30,213 crore to repay debt and fund growth.
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Major US banks are struggling to distinguish authorised AI agents from rogue systems, raising concerns about security and unauthorised access to sensitive financial information and transactions.
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Swiggy's shares dropped 13% following its Q2 FY27 earnings due to weaker-than-expected growth in food delivery and quick-commerce, rising losses, and strong competition from rival Eternal's Blinkit. Analysts are divided on Swiggy’s future profitability and growth prospects.
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Jio Platforms IPO aims to raise ₹30,213 crore through a fresh issuance of 27 crore shares. The IPO has been subscribed 5.73 times with allotment expected on October 26 and listing on October 28, 2026.
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