Share Market News

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

Dalmia Bharat reported an 11% YoY drop in Q4 profit to ₹394 crore despite modest revenue growth; strong EBITDA gains, while shares fell 3.47% following the announcement.

Coca-Cola’s volumes grew 3%, and revenue climbed 12% in Q1 2026, supported by India, even as demand in parts of its ready-to-drink portfolio remained under pressure in the market.

Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) reported a 24% YoY rise in Q4 FY26 net profit to ₹303 crore, with revenue up 29% to ₹2,119 crore. The board recommended a final dividend of ₹6.70 per share, and FY26 PAT grew 42% to ₹748 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.

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.

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.

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.

The Indian stock market indices opened higher on Wednesday, with both Nifty50 and Sensex gaining more than 0.4%. The primary reasons that could lead to market volatility include the Middle East uncertainty, the rupee’s decline, and state elections.

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.

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.

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