Indian Corporates

The brokerage's analysis of its universe of stocks revealed that after a prolonged period of earnings cuts, companies are beginning to report earnings upgrades.

India's corporate industry in 2025 saw major mergers, acquisitions, private equity investments and big exits. Here's a look at key deals and moves

From record fundraising and landmark listings to high-stakes corporate splits, global tech partnerships and boardroom disputes, here's how 2025 reshaped India's corporate landscape

Fitch says most Indian corporates have natural hedges or strong FX cover on foreign-currency debt, though renewables, utilities and toll road operators remain more exposed to rupee weakness

After two strong years followed by a prolonged stretch of mid-single-digit revenue growth, India Inc. may be on the cusp of a more robust earnings cycle, analysts said.

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday appealed to Indian corporates to create a pool of funds to support startups of the country, saying many entrepreneurs end up selling a large part of their equity at abysmally low prices to foreign firms. He also asked domestic firms to focus on quality, innovation and sustainability to push the country's economic growth. "I have a complaint about many of the billionaires that Indian domestic capital is not coming sufficiently to support the Indian startups. So I do wish to see Indian companies, Swadeshi capital coming in a big way to promote the startups because there's tremendous potential. "And sadly, a startup sellout, a large part of their equity ownership, at abysmally low price, very low price when they need that first seed capital or early stage funding," he said at an event in Mumbai. He added that the "sharks" out there just tend to kill the ideas of Indian startups or buy them out very cheaply. "I want to appeal to al

Licious' growth reflects the early impact of its omnichannel strategy, which integrates its online delivery network with an expanding retail presence

Bharti Telecom, the holding company of Bharti Airtel, raised ₹5,250 crore at 7.45 per cent through bonds maturing in December 2028

Indian banks are barred from such lending, pushing companies to rely on shadow lenders or bonds for financing

Critics argue that proxy advisory firms apply criteria that often differ from local regulatory requirements, leading to a lack of uniform recommendations across firms

Barclays says Indian corporates will face margin compression but remain supported by strong leverage, liquidity and domestic demand as US tariffs hit $55 bn exports

Corporate profits remained weak in Q1FY26, amid single-digit growth in revenues for the ninth consecutive quarter

From the Ambanis to the Kapurs, unresolved succession plans and informal ownership structures are fuelling bitter family fights across India's corporate boardrooms

Western management abhors ambiguity. Indians tolerate and thrive in it

May sees Rs 20,996 crore in foreign corporate bond investments, led by SP Group's $3.35 billion issue; RBI's relaxed norms add to momentum

HCL Healthcare report finds 84% of India Inc workforce battling low mood, anxiety and poor sleep, calling for urgent emotional wellness reforms at workplaces

Julien talked about the hype and reality of artificial intelligence (AI), and the importance of India as well as other new emerging countries in the business

Move to boost startups in the segment by ensuring financial and non-financial support

Big corporates are likely to lead the way in adopting new-age technology such as AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity solutions for improving their bottomline, a report said. The demand for technologies such as AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity solutions is expected to grow significantly and larger businesses are likely to lead the way in adopting these tools, given their greater capacity for investment, as per the latest Business Technology Report published by CPA Australia. The report highlighted numerous benefits that technology adoption brings to business, particularly in improving cybersecurity and the customer experience, and enhancing employee skills and satisfaction. It also emphasised the importance of integrating technology to address emerging challenges, particularly in ESG. "Businesses should focus on expanding their use of technology to monitor emissions, improve supply chain transparency, and engage with stakeholders effectively. This will not only enhance ...

Ninety-one firms raised Rs 1.6 trillion through main board IPOs in 2024, more than three times Rs 49 436 crores through 57 IPOs in 2023