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HDFC Bank profit increased 9%, ICICI operating profit increased 3%, Yes Bank PAT increased 44%, while Network18 loss widened to ₹29.61 crore and Virgo profit increased 32%.

Jio Financial posted a 14% fall in Q4 profit, coming in at ₹272 crore. Revenue, however, surged 106% to ₹1,019 crore. For FY26, income climbed 78%.

Rising copper prices and unseasonal rains are hurting consumer durable makers. Here’s what’s driving the slowdown.

Bajaj Consumer posted strong profit and margin growth in Q4 FY 26 quarter, while Mastek reported a slight sequential profit decline, modest revenue increase, and announced a final dividend for FY26.

The West Asia crisis hits India’s aviation industry hardest. Losses reach ₹18,000 crore, with disruptions and cancellations. Inbound tourism drops 15–20%. Hotels face margin pressure. Restaurants deal with rising input costs.

17 April 2026 saw markets bounce back after yesterday’s weakness. There were phases of pressure, but buying returned, helping indices end on a stronger note.

Kalyan Jewellers and Titan fell up to 5% after banks halted gold and silver imports due to a missing DGFT authorisation, leaving over 5 tonnes of gold stuck at customs ahead of Akshaya Tritiya.

Reliance Industries may move ahead with filing IPO papers for Jio Platforms in May. In the process, it aims to include full-year financials after recent market swings delayed the process.

India’s trade deficit fell to a 20-month low in March 2026 as oil and gold imports eased. Exports stayed weak, while FY27 current account risks still remain.

Gujarat Gas climbed 7% after Nomura upgrade, citing LPG shortages and Morbi demand shift. LNG risks remain. Can the rally sustain? Read more to understand the triggers and risks.

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited has won the bid for a ₹968-crore railway project from East Coast Railway. The project includes building important bridges and will take three years to finish.

Gold stocks rallied up to 25% ahead of Akshaya Tritiya 2026, outperforming Nifty. But risks remain. Jewellery demand has seen pressure due to high prices, and volatility in gold continues to be a concern.

A wave of logistics IPOs worth ₹9,000 crore is building. Companies are shifting their focus to last-mile delivery. E-commerce growth is supporting the story and keeping demand strong.

India's crude imports fell 21% in early April as the Iran war disrupted Gulf supplies and the US closed sanctions waivers on Russian and Iranian oil, forcing refiners to seek alternatives.

Sebi allows NPOs three years on SSE and lowers ZCZP subscription to 50%, easing fundraising hurdles. Will this revive activity on the platform? Read more to find out.

BPCL-backed IBV Brasil will invest $2.8 billion in Brazil’s SEAP-I offshore project after Petrobras approved the final plan, strengthening India’s energy security and overseas upstream presence.

Alok Industries posted a net loss of ₹192.54 crore in Q4FY26, wider than ₹74.47 crore a year ago, as exceptional gains dried up. Revenue rose 3.14% YoY to ₹983 crore.

Wipro Ltd ADRs fell by over 2% as the company forecasted a possible decrease in revenue in IT services in Q1, which is an indication that the demand remains soft.

Arohan Financial Services plans to file for a ₹1,400 crore IPO within a month, trimming its earlier size, as asset quality improves and the microfinance sector shows early signs of recovery.

Waaree Renewable’s Q4 profit rose to ₹156 crore from ₹94 crore, while revenue jumped to ₹1,102 crore. Margins narrowed despite growth. Read more to see what’s driving the numbers.

India is weighing the idea of limiting its sulphur exports as the supply is tight because of Middle East interference. The move could impact fertiliser production and push global sulphur prices higher.

The Indian stock market indices opened flat on Friday after gaining for the last two trading sessions. Investors are awaiting Middle East clarity, which resulted in neutral sentiments across global markets.

HDFC AMC reported 17% revenue growth, though Q4FY26 profit dipped to ₹623 crore. Even then, FY26 turned out to be strong, with 16% profit growth. Shareholders will also receive a dividend of ₹54 per share.

Markets may open on a cautious note after recent volatility, with Q4 earnings and global cues in focus. Stocks like Wipro, Axis Bank, HDFC Life, and RVNL will be in focus.

Sensex fell 122 points and Nifty slipped 34 to 24,196 on 16 April, while GIFT Nifty near 24,172 signals a flat start on 17 April 2026 as global cues remain steady.

RailTel shares jumped 25% in two days after it won orders worth over ₹600 crore. This includes contracts above ₹560 crore from RVNL, which improve revenue visibility.

On Wednesday, the Nifty gained 389 points to settle at 24,231, while the Sensex gained 1,263 points. The GIFT Nifty was at about 24,303, indicating a stable opening for 16 April 2026, backed by positive global indicators.

Indian markets may open weakly as GIFT Nifty declines. Q4 earnings, project wins, leadership changes, and strategic developments across insurance, pharma, infra, and tech stocks remain in focus.

The Indian stock market indices opened higher on Thursday after gaining over 1.6% during the previous trading session. Factors like renewed speculations of US-Iran peace talks and cooling crude prices gave way to the momentum.

Tejas Networks reported a ₹211.3 crore loss in Q4 FY26. The loss came in higher than expected as sales dropped sharply, falling over 80%. Read ahead to know more.

The wholesale inflation in India increased to a 38-month high of 3.88% in March due to increased cost of crude oil, power and manufacturing costs due to the West Asia conflict. The uptick was caused by increasing costs of inputs and supply upheavals.

ICICI Lombard General Insurance has shown a 7.3% increase in Q4 FY26 net profit to ₹547 crore. The firm proposed a final dividend of ₹7 per share, taking the total FY26 dividend to ₹13.5 per share.

SEBI has allowed Indian companies to resize their IPOs by up to 50% without refiling, easing rules amid Middle East tensions, with approvals fast-tracked for offers opening before 30 September.

After the Mindsprint buy, Wipro is now eyeing Alpha Net Consulting contracts worth $70.8 million to boost its AI-led services.

On 16 April 2026, crude oil prices slipped below $95 per barrel. Hopes of fresh US-Iran talks eased near-term supply worries. Still, the situation remains uncertain. Prices can stay volatile. Any escalation in the conflict can push oil higher again.

HDB Financial Services reported a strong Q4 in FY26. Profit rose 41% to ₹751 crore, net interest income grew 22%, and margins improved overall.

Dixon Technologies shares jumps as ₹46,000 crore PLI 2.0 for mobile phones nears rollout, aiming to boost exports. Can incentives sustain growth? Read the full story for insights.

HDFC Life reported a 4% rise in standalone PAT to ₹496 crore in Q4FY26, with net premium income up ~9% YoY. The board declared a final dividend of ₹2.10 per share.

Tata Motors’ Lucknow facility, which was established in 1992, has recently crossed the benchmark of producing a millionth commercial vehicle.

Wipro reported a marginal dip in annual profit but a strong sequential recovery in Q4FY26, alongside a ₹15,000 crore buyback and a cautious flat-to-negative guidance for the next quarter.

DoT and SEBI partner to curb telecom-linked fraud through data sharing and early warning systems, building on tools that have already prevented ₹2,300 crore in losses.

Markets on 16 April 2026 had a positive start. Then came the pullback. Profit booking came in, and the early strength did not hold.

India’s auto sales rose 10.4% to 2.83 crore units in FY26, with exports up 24% and all segments hitting record highs. Read more on growth drivers and risks ahead.

PFC shares hit a 52-week high, rising over 5% in early trade as heatwave warnings boost power demand expectations. The stock has gained 29% in April.

L&T shares are up by 26% from March lows, supported by stable West Asia operations and nuclear project developments. Read more for key drivers behind the move.

Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation plans to issue India's largest municipal bond of ₹1,000 crore in FY27, surpassing Indore's ₹244 crore record. The Union budget offers a ₹100 crore incentive for such issuances.

Alembic Pharma received USFDA approval for a cancer treatment medicine. The announcement has led to a more than 1.5% rise in the company’s stock price.

Suzlon Energy’s stock price has risen sharply over the past month as power demand picked up. Brokerages expect further upside on the heels of a strong execution outlook.

The US has tightened oil rules again. India could see changes in sourcing and costs. The next phase depends on crude movement, policy response, and how different oil companies perform.

LG Electronics India shares are getting attention after the lock-in period ended, making the 44 crore plus shares available for trading. This step may cause some short-term price fluctuations, largely influenced by the selling decisions of early investors.