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Sensex fell 416.72 points, while the Nifty slipped 97 to close at 23,995.70. The GIFT Nifty was around 24,038, hinting at a slightly weak start on 29 April 2026, as global markets remain mixed and the US-Iran situation continues to keep investors cautious.

A solid fourth quarter for CEAT. This was led by strong revenue and profit growth. The focus now shifts to margin sustainability, raw material costs, and how demand holds up across markets.

Airtel Africa plans to raise up to $2B via Airtel Money IPO, targeting a $10B valuation with London as the likely venue. Read more to understand its fintech growth story.

Bandhan Bank reported a strong Q4 FY26 with PAT rising 68% YoY to ₹534 crore, courtesy of steady growth in revenue, improving quality of assets, and 10% growth in deposits.

Early gains faded on 29 April 2026. Markets ended higher but came off sharply from the day’s highs. Profit booking at higher levels kept the upside limited. The near-term trend remains mixed.

Markets stayed weak, but earnings kept stocks buzzing. CEAT and Bandhan Bank impressed, REC disappointed, while several insurers and GRSE posted steady numbers. More Q4 results arrive today.

Star Health shares jumped 13% after Q4 FY26 net profit soared to ₹111.34 crore from just ₹51 lakh a year ago. Full year profit after tax rose 16% to ₹911 crore.

Dhanlaxmi Bank posted a 50% rise in Q4 FY26 net profit to ₹43.49 crore. Full year profit crossed ₹100 crore for the first time as advances grew 24% and asset quality improved.

Maruti Suzuki India reported a 6.4% YoY dip in Q4 FY26 consolidated net profit to ₹3,659 crore, weighed down by mark-to-market impact, even as revenue jumped 28% to ₹52,462 crore. The board recommended a final dividend of ₹140 per share for FY26.

Hindustan Zinc set 30 April as the record date for a ₹11 interim dividend, with 29 April as the last day to buy shares.

Eternal Ltd, the parent of Zomato and Blinkit, reported a sharp 346% YoY jump in Q4 FY26 consolidated net profit to ₹174 crore, surpassing estimates. Revenue rose 196% YoY to ₹17,292 crore, driven largely by strong momentum in Blinkit’s quick commerce business.

Sapphire Foods posted strong Q4 FY26 growth led by KFC, with revenue up 11% and EBITDA improving, but its profitability reduced.