Indian stock markets are expected to remain volatile today due to rising border tensions between India and Pakistan. The Indian Defence Ministry confirmed that as part of ‘Operation Sindoor’, Indian forces took out air defence radars and related systems inside Pakistan.
At around 7:30 AM, GIFT Nifty futures were down by 229 points at 23,980, hinting at a weak start for Indian equities.
On Thursday, the Sensex fell 412 points to 80,334.81 and the Nifty50 dropped 140.60 points to 24,273.80.
Here are Key Stocks to Watch:
Larsen & Toubro reported a strong Q4 with a 25% rise in profit to ₹5,497 crore. Revenue grew by 11% to ₹74,392 crore. Margins also improved, showing better cost control.
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Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services announced a ₹2,996 crore rights issue, pricing shares at ₹194 each. The funds will support its rural lending expansion.
Titan posted a 10.7% rise in profit to ₹870 crore in Q4. Revenue grew nearly 20% YoY to ₹13,477 crore, beating expectations.
Lupin received USFDA approval for its generic HIV drug Raltegravir 600 mg. It is the first-to-file, giving it 180-day market exclusivity in the US.
Britannia reported a 4.2% YoY increase in profit to ₹559 crore, beating market expectations.
Paytm’s founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma and his brother settled an ESOP-related case with SEBI by paying ₹2.8 crore. Vijay has also given up the right to new ESOPs for the next three years.
BPCL awarded contracts to develop 100 MW of wind power (50 MW each in MP and Maharashtra), highlighting its move towards renewable energy.
Several companies across sectors will release their Q4 results today. Key names include:
With geopolitical tensions flaring and several major companies set to report earnings, markets are likely to remain volatile. Investors should track sector-specific news and earnings outcomes closely to navigate the trading day.
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Published on: May 9, 2025, 8:57 AM IST
Kusum Kumari
Kusum Kumari is a Content Writer with 4 years of experience in simplifying financial market concepts. Currently crafting insightful content at Angel One, She specialise in breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand pieces, blending expertise in market fundamentals and technical analysis.
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