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Crude at $65, consumption boom, and the Rupee's new shield: Dinshaw Irani's big market calls

India's economic headwinds are easing, with falling crude oil prices and a stabilizing rupee poised to boost the market. Helios Mutual Fund CEO Dinshaw Irani anticipates oil prices dropping to around $65 per barrel, significantly benefiting India. He favors discretionary consumption, especially digital-first companies targeting younger generations, over FMCG. IT…

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Jewellery, defence, and banks: Nuvama's Nikhil Ranka reveals where to find real opportunities

Nuvama Asset Management's Nikhil Ranka identifies key investment opportunities and potential pitfalls in India's equity markets. While retail faces valuation concerns, jewellery shines. FMCG stocks offer a potential catch-up trade. Defence presents a long-term growth story, and banking is poised for a swift recovery due to converging tailwinds. Textiles have…

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Beyond Jio IPO: 5 triggers Mukesh Ambani has lined up to revive Reliance shares for 44 lakh investors

Reliance Industries is charting a new course to boost its stock for 44 lakh investors, moving beyond a potential Jio IPO. Billionaire Mukesh Ambani has unveiled five key growth drivers, including revitalizing the O2C business, scaling up new energy ventures, building India's AI backbone, expanding FMCG operations to a Rs…

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Christy Mathai used market dip to buy insurance, logistics stocks; here's his sector-by-sector playbook

Fund Manager Christy Mathai sees easing war-driven inflation fears, expecting a shorter earnings hit. He's selectively adding to his portfolio, favoring financials and IT over defense and chemicals. Mathai anticipates an AI-driven inflection point for IT services and sees near-term tailwinds for FMCG, while adopting a stock-specific approach to pharma.

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Nifty upside limited, but stock-specific opportunities remain: Pramod Amthe

Indian equities face headwinds from inflation and monsoon uncertainty, yet opportunities exist. Pramod Amthe of InCred Capital highlights sectors with pricing power like FMCG and paints, alongside preferred auto segments and NBFCs. While broad market gains may be modest, astute stock selection is key for investors navigating these challenging times.

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Dabur India shares in focus after US FDA places drugs from Silvassa plant under import alert. Here’s why

Dabur India shares are set to be in focus after the US FDA issued an import alert on drugs manufactured at its Silvassa plant, citing data integrity lapses. The company said the impact is limited to a small portion of operations, while broader business and domestic sales remain unaffected.

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HUL employees on permanent roll down 10.7% to 5,898 in FY26

Hindustan Unilever Limited's permanent employee count will decrease by 10.7 percent to 5,898 by March 2026. The company is investing significantly in expanding manufacturing for premium products. Median employee remuneration is projected to rise by 6.08 percent. HUL is also focusing on workplace inclusivity, with women comprising 44 percent of…

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ITC shares fall 3% to fresh 52-week low; Motilal Oswal sees more pain ahead

ITC shares fell to a fresh 52-week low on Wednesday as investors reacted to steep tax hikes on cigarettes under the new GST 2.0 regime. Brokerage Motilal Oswal Financial Services remained cautious on the stock, noting that the revised tax framework, effective February 1, 2026, has increased cigarette taxes by…

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Patanjali Foods Q4 Results: Profit jumps 46% to Rs 524 crore despite margin pressure

Patanjali Foods reported a strong rise in quarterly and annual earnings, driven by robust growth in its edible oils and FMCG businesses. While revenue expanded across key segments, higher raw material, packaging and freight costs weighed on margins. The company also continued expanding its oil palm cultivation and export footprint.

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For a match made in retail heaven, friction on earth can be real

Quick commerce is transforming Indian retail. Platforms like Blinkit and Zepto now drive a significant portion of online sales for major FMCG companies. This shift captures impulse buys and premium product sales. However, operational costs and competition pose challenges. Brands must diversify their digital strategies beyond just ten-minute deliveries for…

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Marico forays into hair cleansing segment with its Parachute Advansed brand

Marico has launched Parachute Advansed Protein Shampoo, marking its entry into the Rs 10,000-crore hair cleansing market. This strategic move aims to capture a share of the growing shampoo segment, which is dominated by multinational players. The company expects this expansion to enhance brand relevance and tap into the increasing…

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ITC dividend alert! Last date to buy FMCG major’s shares for Rs 8 dividend. Do you own?

ITC has set May 27 as the record date for its final dividend of Rs 8 per equity share for FY26, making today the last chance for investors to buy shares for eligibility. This marks the largest dividend in nearly six years, with the total payout for FY26 reaching Rs…

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Melody effect: Wrong 'Parle' stock hits 5% upper circuit for 4th day, up 21% since PM Modi's gift for Meloni

Parle Industries shares hit the 5% upper circuit for the fourth consecutive session amid speculation that investors are mistaking it for unlisted FMCG major Parle Products. The rally comes as social media discussions around PM Narendra Modi’s ‘Melody’ gift to Italy’s Giorgia Meloni fuel renewed attention on the Parle brand…

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JSP taps booming supplement market

JSP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Thailand) Plc is responding to growing demand for wellness products by expanding into international markets, strengthening its own brand and adding fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) to its portfolio.

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Dividends, bonus issues: TCS, LIC, Bajaj Auto among 30 stocks turning ex-date this week. Check details

Investors must hold shares of these companies in their demat accounts on the record date to be eligible for the respective corporate actions. The list remains tentative, as more companies may announce record dates for dividends, bonus issues and stock splits during the week.

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June quarter earnings to determine market direction, says Sunil Subramaniam, warns on risks in near term

Market expert Sunil Subramaniam advised caution amid geopolitical uncertainty and rising input costs, while favouring consumer durables, capital goods and PSBs. He expects volatility to remain elevated as crude prices, RBI policy decisions and Q1 earnings determine market direction in coming months.

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ITC has paid dividends worth Rs 90 per share since 2020. Should you buy?

ITC has announced a final payout of Rs 8 per share for FY26, taking its total distribution since 2020 to Rs 90.5 per share. The FMCG giant has issued 32 payouts since 2001 and currently offers a 4.71% yield, with the latest payout subject to AGM approval.

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Rahul Shah bullish on pharma, sees Sun Pharma and Aurobindo as key large-cap plays

Indian equity markets show a mixed but improving consumption trend, with selective FMCG and premium retail outperforming. Page Industries is highlighted as a strong recovery story, while Nykaa and Honasa are viewed cautiously. The pharma sector continues its outperformance, with Sun Pharma and Aurobindo Pharma looking attractive.

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Picked wrong Melody? Parle Industries shares hit 5% upper circuit for 3rd day

Parle Industries shares hit the 5% upper circuit for the third straight session after investors mistakenly linked the stock to Melody toffees gifted by PM Narendra Modi to Italy’s Giorgia Meloni. The viral social media moment sparked confusion between listed Parle Industries and unlisted FMCG giant Parle Products, fuelling a…

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ITC Q4 results: After margin surprise, all eyes now on cigarette tax impact, says Gaurang Shah

ITC Limited reported a steady March quarter. Strong operating margins were a key positive. EBITDA margins exceeded expectations. The company's diversified model cushions tobacco tax pressures. FMCG shows healthy traction. Agri and paperboards were subdued. Future quarters will show the full impact of cigarette tax hikes. Investors watch volume growth…

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ITC shares fall 2% after Q4 results. What Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and others are saying?

ITC shares slipped on Friday despite a 5% rise in Q4 standalone profit and strong FMCG growth. Brokerages remained cautious, with Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Nomura flagging pressure from cigarette tax hikes. While FMCG and paper segments showed resilience, analysts expect cigarette volume decline and margin stress to weigh…

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ITC announces final dividend of Rs 8/share. Check record date and other details

Excerpt: ITC Limited’s board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 8 per share for FY26, with May 27 set as the record date. Alongside an interim payout, total dividend stands at Rs 14.50 per share. The FMCG major also reported a 5% rise in Q4 net profit and 17%…

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Nifty to trade in 28,000–30,000 range in FY27 led by earnings: Smallcase managers

Smallcase managers remain optimistic on India’s equity markets despite the Nifty declining over 9% this year, projecting the benchmark index to reach the 28,000–30,000 range by the end of FY27. They expect future market gains to be driven by earnings growth rather than valuation expansion, with investors focusing on sustainable…

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Emami's desi portfolio puts up a fight as summer sales melt amid West Asia tensions

Emami's Q4FY26 results showed resilience in its core domestic business, which grew 11% excluding the summer portfolio. However, unfavorable summer conditions and West Asian geopolitical disruptions impacted overall performance, leading to a 4% revenue decline. The company expects business momentum to improve from the next quarter.

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Crude-linked energy crisis, softer monsoon may slow FMCG growth in 2026: Report

Indian FMCG volume growth is expected to slow down this year. Geopolitical tensions and a potential below-normal monsoon are key concerns. Companies may implement pricing strategies, impacting consumption frequency. In a base scenario, growth could reach 5 percent. However, adverse conditions might push growth to 3-4 percent. Consumers are consolidating…

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