67 companies with total debt of Rs 5.65 lakh cr were either loss-making or didn't generate enough profit to cover interest cost in FY15
Is it a last ditch attempt to reassure consumers, or a way to gain the upper hand at the negotiating table, or is it just a way of exhausting the treasure chest before the lights go out
Election results, diesel & gas pricing moves, labour law changes - all stoke anticipation of more cheer ahead.
The company plans to overhaul business and rationalise costs in a bid to reach parent Unilever's new profit targets, reports Viveat Susan Pinto.
Lower IT exports will raise India's dependence on capital flows to fund imports.
There, however, has been an improvement in operating margins.
The markets gained nearly 7 per cent in the 4 trading sessions of March.
Analysts now expect India Inc to report a decline in both top line and bottom line for the September quarter.
Analysts say traders have been building long positions on expectations the BJP would sail through in the five Assembly elections
Infosys, however, feels the high level of cash is an important tool to weather tough times.
Through the past 12 months, the Bank Nifty has risen 55%
While hotels and FMCG saw weak top line growth, most segments witnessed Ebit margin contraction.
The growth premium India enjoyed has largely been lost.
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.
Previous peak in 2010 crossed in first five-and-a-half months this year.
So, what does 2016 have in store for the Indian markets? Will they be able to take a giant leap forward in the leap year, and what are the key risks?
Operational income not covering even their interest expenses, finds study; analysts say if economy turns around, new equity issuances an option
Overall market benchmark Sensex is headed for its worst performance in four years with a decline of 1,650 points
Together, they controlled nearly Rs 26 lakh crore of assets at the end of FY16.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bupa and Axa have already declared their intention to raise stakes.
'Cognizant's results indicate that digital related spends can more than offset headwinds in traditional services'
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
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.
Nescaf is leading the company's efforts to widen the public lens on its portfolio of brands
'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.'
The outgoing chairman believed in building for the future; for his successor, the challenge will be to maintain the momentum, says Ishita Ayan Dutt.
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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.
Weak production outlook, low crude oil prices and regulatory issues could keep the scrip in check
With outlook uncertain for a range of sectors, no one is quite sure of where to invest in stocks
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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