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IDFC Bank s standalone net profit surged by 75.5% year-on-year to Rs 352.31 crore in the second quarter of FY26. Despite this significant profit growth, the bank s net interest income experienced a sharp decline of 40% YoY, falling to Rs 5,112.57 crore.

Jaiprakash Power Ventures reported its September quarter FY26 net profit at Rs 182.10 crore. This figure is nearly the same as the Rs 182.66 crore profit from the previous year. Total income saw an increase to Rs 1,478.49 crore. Expenses also rose to Rs 1,186.48 crore. The company is part of the Jaypee Group and operates power projects across India.

Nifty has broken above a key chart pattern, signalling a bullish trend. However, market breadth remains weak, and volatility has increased. This suggests caution is needed. Investors should focus on specific stocks and manage risk. Sectors like Pharma, Metal, and Auto are leading. Mid-caps may see mixed performance. Other sectors are lagging but showing improvement.

Aditya Birla Group company UltaTech Cements has released its results for the quarter ended September 2025, posting an impressive surge of 75.2% YoY to Rs 1,232 crore, while its net sales were up 21.3% YoY.

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ICICI Bank announced a 5.2% year-on-year profit growth to Rs 12,359 crore for Q2FY26, driven by a 7.4% increase in net interest income to Rs 21,529 crore. The bank also reported a 6.5% rise in core operating profit to Rs 17,078 crore, with a net interest margin of 4.30%.

IndusInd Bank reported a net loss of Rs 437 crore in the second quarter of FY26, a significant reversal from a profit of Rs 1,331 crore in the prior year. Net Interest Income also saw a decline of 17.6% year-on-year, with net interest margins falling to 3.32% from 4.08%.

Yes Bank has announced its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2025. The private lender saw its profit after tax surge by 18.3 percent year-on-year. This brings the profit to Rs 654.47 crore. Net interest income also grew by 4.5 percent. This indicates a positive financial performance for the bank during the period.

India s capital goods sector is experiencing a strong recovery, fueled by rising demand and stable pricing post-regulatory changes. The genset segment, a key indicator, saw significant volume growth driven by data centers, manufacturing, and infrastructure. Companies like Cummins India and Kirloskar Oil Engines are poised for sustained expansion through new products and robust aftermarket services.

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