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Patanjali Foods shares: Revenue from operations for the March quarter stood at Rs 9,692 crore, reflecting a 17.8% year-on-year increase from Rs 8,228 crore in the same period last year.

As a result, we believe that markets can remain volatile due to external factors (tariff war & India-Pakistan conflict) in the near-term, but expect fundamentals i.e., earnings & GDP growth to drive returns over the long-term.

Indian markets rebounded sharply on Thursday, with the Sensex rising over 1,200 points and the Nifty reclaiming 25,000. Strong gains in metals, auto, realty, and energy backed bullish momentum. Coromandel International, Shree Cement, and Aster DM Healthcare hit fresh 52-week highs. Analysts highlighted bullish chart patterns and expect further upside in the near term.

Indian markets are likely to open higher on Friday, supported by strong global cues and bullish signals from the derivatives segment. The Put-Call Ratio jumped to 1.08, while India VIX dropped nearly 2%. Experts recommend buying on dips with key support at 24,750. Stock picks include Trent, TVS Motor, ICICI Bank, and M&M for short-term traders.

Sandip Sabharwal suggests that market macros are favorable with decreasing inflation and interest rates, alongside increasing government spending. He believes geopolitical tensions are easing, creating a positive environment despite investor hesitancy. While advising investors to remain invested, he suggests staggering new investments. He also notes Reliance s potential for growth hinges on its investment cycle and cash flow generation.

Godfrey Phillips reported a 30.7% increase in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 293.96 crore for the March quarter of FY25, alongside a significant 70.6% surge in revenue from operations. Despite increased expenses, the company s annual net profit also grew by 24.45%. However, analysts suggest a potential downside for the stock, despite its impressive gains over the past few months.

PB Fintech posted a 185% YoY jump in Q4FY25 net profit to Rs 171 crore, with revenue rising 38% to Rs 1,508 crore. Full-year PAT surged 448% to Rs 353 crore, driven by strong growth in health insurance. Core insurance revenue rose 46%, while credit revenue declined 21%. The company ended the quarter with Rs 5,406 crore in cash.

LIC Housing Finance reported a 25% YoY rise in Q4FY25 net profit to Rs 1,368 crore, aided by a sharp drop in provisions. Loan disbursements grew 5%, led by individual home loans. NIM dipped to 2.86%, while the total loan book rose 7% YoY. Analysts maintain a ‘Buy’ rating with an average target price of Rs 673.

Both benchmark indices hit seven-month highs on Thursday. This week alone, the Nifty has climbed nearly 4.5%, while the Sensex is up around 4%. They now sit just 4.6% and 4% below their record highs reached on September 27, 2024.