Infosys, however, feels the high level of cash is an important tool to weather tough times.
While hotels and FMCG saw weak top line growth, most segments witnessed Ebit margin contraction.
Together, they controlled nearly Rs 26 lakh crore of assets at the end of FY16.
After a robust Q4 FY14, thanks to election spends on advertising across platforms, media entities might see slightly lower ad revenue growth at 12 to 14 per cent.
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Overall market benchmark Sensex is headed for its worst performance in four years with a decline of 1,650 points
Previous peak in 2010 crossed in first five-and-a-half months this year.
Operational income not covering even their interest expenses, finds study; analysts say if economy turns around, new equity issuances an option
Analysts mostly prefer domestic plays beside select films with foreign exposure.
With mutual funds, promoters turning net-buyers, foreign investors may have to bid up prices to raise holdings.
Analysts say aggressive pricing by Pizza Hut signals weakening demand in the fast food segment and could intensify competition.
The Sensex ended up 244 points at 28,504 on strong global cues.
The global snacking powerhouse, has roped in a brand ambassador for Perk.
More than half the Sensex companies have declared their results for the third quarter and there are more positive surprises than disappointments.
Lending rates in certain segments may be increased; fixed depositors may lock into existing rates.
Bupa and Axa have already declared their intention to raise stakes.
Wipro, India's third largest information technology (IT) services company, is expected to continue with its strong show during the October-December quarter of financial year 2014.
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'Cognizant's results indicate that digital related spends can more than offset headwinds in traditional services'
Nescaf is leading the company's efforts to widen the public lens on its portfolio of brands
The analysis is based on the free-float market capitalisation.
Experts say investors should be careful, as even a 50-100 bps cut in rates will not help such companies if their business is not doing well. Check what is the problem and consider
'We hope there shall be more focus on existing projects and their completion rather than new projects.' 'Any new project announcements should be largely for decongesting the existing lines rather than new lines.'
Most analysts expect growth in the sales of Nifty-50 companies to decelerate, albeit marginally, in the quarter ended December compared to the corresponding period of 2013-14, with metals and real estate companies pulling down earnings.
The outgoing chairman believed in building for the future; for his successor, the challenge will be to maintain the momentum, says Ishita Ayan Dutt.
Weak production outlook, low crude oil prices and regulatory issues could keep the scrip in check
India's rapid economic progress over the past two decades masks its abysmal performance on social indicators.
Many analysts find market expensive, even at current levels.
The rise in India Inc's market value was led by asset-light firms.
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The partially convertible rupee closed at 66.24/25 per dollar after hitting a record low of 66.30, and down 2.9 per cent from its close of 64.30/31 on Monday.
ITC wasted no time in capitalising on its new acquisition.
With outlook uncertain for a range of sectors, no one is quite sure of where to invest in stocks
For equity investors, the risk-to-reward ratio is worsening.
That resulted in a 50-basis point improvement in operating profit margins on a sequential basis.
'Overall, the Indian economy is doing well.' 'Our economic fundamentals are strong and the early signs of recovery are sustainable.' 'This is positive for the market in the long run.'
The 30-share Sensex ended down 208 points at 27,057 and the 50-share Nifty closed 59 points lower at 8,094.
This was even as the country's economy grew by 7.3%.
Sensex rose 5.8% this year, against a 3.2% rise in Nifty; Axis Bank inclusion may blunt Sensex edge
Indian CEOs might like to make some serious course correction.
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