Domino's India operator Jubilant Foodworks beat first-quarter profit estimates by a wide margin on Wednesday as lower-priced menu items and free deliveries bolstered demand even as other fast-food franchisees struggled.
Muthoot Finance witnessed a significant profit increase in the first quarter. The gold loan financier's profit surged by 90%. This growth was fueled by higher gold prices and increased loan demand. Loan assets under management also rose considerably. The company plans to invest in its subsidiaries, Muthoot Money and Muthoot Homefin.
BPCL reported a 141% YoY rise in Q1FY26 net profit to Rs 6,839 crore, driven by higher margins and stable revenue. Sequential profit rose 56%, while GRM fell to $4.88/barrel. Downstream petroleum remained the dominant revenue contributor.
Kotak Securities anticipates a stronger second half for Indian markets, driven by festive demand and favorable monsoons benefiting rural areas. While consumer tech leaders like Nykaa and Honasa show long-term promise, high valuations in consumer companies raise concerns. Cautious approach is advised due to global economic uncertainty, prioritizing capital preservation over aggressive returns.
Gold prices on MCX fell Rs 1,500 this week after touching a record high, while silver remained firm. Softer U.S. CPI data boosted rate-cut hopes, supporting bullion. Analysts expect continued volatility amid tariff uncertainty, geopolitical events, and key U.S. economic releases, with gold and silver seen trading within defined weekly ranges.
Dipan Mehta of Elixir Equities expresses disappointment in the banking sector's recent performance, citing increased competition hindering growth. Excluding PSU banks, many NBFCs and private banks have underperformed. Mehta suggests investors look beyond banking for market outperformance, highlighting potential in capital goods, power equipment, and select two-wheeler companies. While pockets of growth exist, consistent exceptional performance across industries remains challenging.
