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MTAR Tech shares rally 3%, extend gains for second session. What’s triggering the surge?
MTAR Technologies shares gained 3% after the company secured a Rs 127 crore order from Nuclear Power Corporation of India for coolant channel assemblies used in reactor refurbishment. The order takes its civil nuclear order book above Rs 775 crore, while the company expects 80% revenue growth in FY27 and sees further opportunities from reactor refurbishment and new nuclear projects.
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Large caps look better for next 24 months, but hidden gems remain in smallcaps: Divam Sharma
Sharma sees a stronger case for large caps over the next 24 months, particularly given the steep valuation premium commanded by small caps.
Hindustan Zinc shares fall 3% on reports of fresh government stake sale via OFS
Hindustan Zinc shares dropped on Tuesday after expectations of a fresh government stake sale through an OFS resurfaced following the Hindustan Copper stake sale. The government is reportedly considering selling around 1.5% of Hindustan Zinc, which could raise Rs 3,500-4,000 crore. The stock has declined nearly 3% in 2026.
Q1 earnings show resilience, but downside risks still loom. HSBC explains why
Indian companies delivered better-than-expected Q1FY27 earnings, with around 70% of firms meeting or beating HSBC’s estimates. Mid- and small-cap companies led growth, while financials drove earnings upgrades. However, HSBC flagged risks of downgrades in coming quarters as elevated commodity prices persist and the benefits of GST cuts and inventory gains fade.
In 2019, Sydney replaced part of a busy road with concrete made from industrial waste. Five years later, the experiment had a surprising result
A road trial in Sydney tested the durability of concrete created from industrial waste, revealing impressive results. The geopolymer concrete endured five years of heavy traffic and harsh weather, matching traditional concrete performance. Researchers noted its potential to significantly lower the carbon footprint of the construction industry and highlighted its suitability for sustainable infrastructure initiatives in urban development.
India’s new service price gauge shows mixed Q1 trends; Air (Passenger) Service Price Index up 32%
Air passenger service prices jumped nearly thirty-two percent year-on-year in the first quarter of FY27. Other services showed mixed price trends, with banking and securities transactions declining. Management of pension funds and railway services recorded modest price increases during this period. This new Service Producer Price Index offers an early view of producer-level price movements. The index currently covers only seven selected services across India.
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Apollo Tyres shares jump over 6% after UBS upgrades stock to Buy from Neutral. Here’s why
Apollo Tyres shares surged after UBS upgraded the stock to Buy and raised its target price to Rs 590. The brokerage sees earnings recovery potential, supported by improving India and Europe prospects, despite near-term rubber cost pressures. Strong Q1 revenue growth and reduced exceptional losses also supported the positive outlook.

Lenskart Large Trade: 2.6% equity traded in a $300 million block deal; Softbank Vision likely seller
On Monday, Lenskart Solutions witnessed a noteworthy block deal, with speculation surrounding the SoftBank Vision Fund's possible share divestment. The company's impressive first-quarter results for FY27 showcased net profit soaring by 182.3% and a robust year-on-year revenue increase of 33.6%. Furthermore, enhanced product and EBITDA margins highlighted operational efficiencies. Brokerages, including Jefferies and Goldman Sachs, continue to express optimism regarding Lenskart's stock performance.

Grasim eyes Rs 2 lakh crore revenue in FY27 as growth platforms scale up: KM Birla
Grasim Industries anticipates reaching Rs 2 lakh crore revenue by FY27. This growth stems from its diverse businesses including cement and financial services. UltraTech Cement capacity has surpassed 200 million tonnes per annum. Birla Opus paints business secured a significant market share within two years.

ETMarkets Smart Talk | India’s diverse earnings story could bring FIIs back: Bandhan Life’s Avinash Agarwal
While foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have remained net sellers over the past two years amid India’s premium valuations and an earnings slowdown, Avinash Agarwal, Senior Vice President & Head – Equity at Bandhan Life, believes the tide could turn as India offers a diverse pool of large companies with consistent growth and greater earnings visibility.

Home sales cool, prices climb: Is India's housing market getting too expensive?
India's residential housing market saw sales decline by 6.1% YoY in Q2 2026, while average prices rose 1% QoQ to Rs 10,153 per sq ft. Led by a 26% price surge in Bengaluru, widening cost-sales gaps indicate maturing market dynamics and growing affordability pressures for mid-income buyers.

Walmart sees Q3 growth hit as Flipkart shifts Big Billion Days sale
Walmart expects Flipkart’s Big Billion Days sales event moving from Q3 to Q4 to weigh about 100 basis points on growth next quarter. The company said India drove growth in Walmart International’s operating income and advertising revenue. Flipkart is also expanding its quick commerce arm, Minutes, which crossed 1,000 dark stores in June.

Walmart shares fall 8% as Q2 results flag risks of rising inventory
Walmart shares fell 8% despite strong second-quarter results, with revenue rising 5.9%, e-commerce sales jumping 23% and operating income increasing 28.8%. Investors focused on tariff refund benefits and a 6.7% increase in global inventory, raising concerns over underlying performance.

Pharmeasy-parent’s loss narrows in Q1, revenue up 10%
API Holdings, parent of PharmEasy and Thyrocare, narrowed its Q1 FY27 loss to Rs 29.6 crore from Rs 145.4 crore a year earlier, while revenue grew 10% to Rs 1,754 crore. Ebitda turned positive at Rs 39.3 crore. The company also became debt-free after repaying Rs 1,050 crore.

India’s infrastructure output grows 5.4% in July, down from revised 6% in June
India's infrastructure output grew 5.4% year-on-year in July 2026. This growth moderated from the revised 6% expansion recorded in June. The July figure shows a 0.6 percentage-point slowdown from the previous month. Data covers nine key infrastructure sectors under the revamped Index of Core Industries. The new series uses 2022-23 as its base year.

Power Finance Corporation and REC shares fall up to 3% after Morgan Stanley downgrade
PFC and REC shares fell on Thursday after Morgan Stanley downgraded both stocks to Equal-Weight and cut their target prices. The brokerage flagged slower loan growth and lowered earnings estimates for FY28 and FY29. The downgrade comes ahead of the proposed PFC-REC merger, with both stocks already under pressure.

Longest on record! Nifty fails to cross previous day's high for 12 straight days. Will it surpass today?
The Nifty index has struggled to break its previous day's high for an astonishing twelve sessions in a row. This unusual sequence is coinciding with investors evaluating robust quarterly earnings against looming global uncertainties. Market trajectories are now closely tied to the stability of crude oil supplies and liquidity in the domestic arena.

HG Infra Engineering shares jump over 8% after receiving LoI from REC
HG Infra Engineering shares rose after the company received a letter of intent from REC Power Development and Consultancy for constructing two 220/132/33 kV AIS substations and associated transmission lines in Uttar Pradesh.

India Inc’s blockbuster Q1 earnings may not last as 3 key tailwinds fade in H2
India Inc's impressive earnings in the first quarter might not sustain their momentum into the latter half of the year. Diminishing effects from favorable base conditions and a slowdown in consumption stimulation are anticipated. Additionally, while a declining rupee and rising commodity costs have provided brief respite, analysts caution that profit growth could significantly slow down in the coming months, marking a stark contrast to the earlier strong performance.

Puravankara Q1 Results: Revenue surges 63% to Rs 877 crore; PAT at Rs 25 crore
Puravankara posted impressive Q1 FY27 results with a remarkable twenty-eight percent rise in pre-sales. Year-on-year, total revenue soared sixty-three percent, hitting eight hundred seventy-seven crore. Profit after tax rebounded to a positive figure, showcasing a strong turnaround from the previous year. The company successfully delivered seven hundred forty-five homes, sustaining its operational pace, while significantly boosting its Bengaluru land transactions with an added GDV of five thousand two hundred crore.

Cochin Shipyard shares fall 4% as Q1 profit declines 19%, revenue sees marginal growth
Cochin Shipyard shares came under pressure after the shipbuilder reported a sharp year-on-year decline in Q1FY27 profit, while revenue grew only marginally. EBITDA and margins also weakened during the quarter, keeping the stock in focus after the results.

Ashok Leyland shares rise 2% post Q1 results. What Citi and Nomura suggest
Ashok Leyland shares rose 2.15% after the commercial vehicle maker reported a 2% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 668 crore in Q1. Revenue rose 10% to Rs 10,750 crore, while standalone net profit hit a record Rs 609 crore. However, EBITDA margin narrowed to 10.1% from 11.1% due to rising material costs during the quarter.

LG Electronics India Q1 Results: PAT rises 27% YoY to Rs 653 crore; revenue up 15%
LG Electronics India Q1 Results: Household appliances maker LG Electronics India reported a 27.2 % year-on-year rise in profit after tax (PAT) at Rs 653 crore for the first quarter of FY27 (Q1FY27), compared with Rs 513 crore reported in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.

Stocks in news: UltraTech Cement, Tata Motors PV, Axis Bank, Apollo Hospitals and Ircon
Indian equity markets saw a decline on Wednesday, influenced by Middle East tensions and rising oil prices. Several companies will be in focus today due to corporate developments and first-quarter earnings reports. UltraTech Cement shares are set for a block deal, while Apollo Hospitals reported strong profit growth. Lenskart Solutions and Astral also announced significant profit increases for the first quarter.

Pilani Investment to sell 1.7 million UltraTech Cement shares for ₹1,908 crore
Pilani Investment plans to sell 1.7 million UltraTech Cement shares valued at ₹1,908 crore on August 13, 2026, at a 3% discount. Separately, UltraTech Cement is acquiring a 26% stake in Solaris Horizon Energy to support its green energy initiatives.

Grasim Industries swings to profit in Q1, revenue rises 21% YoY
Grasim Industries reported strong Q1 FY27 results, with standalone net profit reaching Rs 247 crore and revenue rising 28% YoY. Consolidated net profit jumped 51% to Rs 2,146 crore, driven by robust performance across core and growth businesses.
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