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Axis Bank Q1 preview: Strong earnings seen; NIMs, dividend in focus

Axis Bank's results will likely focus on earnings momentum amid pressure on net interest margins. Analysts expect the bank to continue reporting healthy loan growth, supported by corporate lending.

HDFC Life slips nearly 2% despite Q1 beat; brokerages remain cautious

HDFC Life Insurance shares fell despite reporting a strong June quarter, with net profit rising 12 per cent year-on-year and premium income growing 14 per cent.

Bank, Financial shares shine; Shriram Fin, IndusInd, Union Bk jump up to 3%

Banking and financial stocks led the market rally on Wednesday, ahead of upcoming Q1FY27 results from major private lenders, including HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank, due over the weekend.

Tata Elxsi falls 6% post Q1, brokerages bearish, see up to 16% downside

The company reported net profit of Rs 170.6 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, marking a growth of 18.2 per cent year-on-year.

Nifty Auto skids 2% on oil spike; analyst says long-term outlook firm

Tube Investments of India, Ashok Leyland were among the major laggards. Both counters fell over 3 per cent as the Brent price surged to $85 per barrel mark, adding pressure on auto stocks.

HCL Tech shares fall 3% despite Q1 beat; deal wins keep analysts upbeat

HCL Tech reported a 20.3 per cent increase in net profit for the first quarter to ₹4,624 crore on a year-on-year basis. Revenue for the quarter was up 13.9 per cent to ₹34,579 crore.

Power sector: Equirus starts coverage on JSW Energy, Torrent; NTPC top pick

Equirus Securities has assigned a target price of ₹653 for JSW Energy, implying an upside of 15 per cent. Similarly, Torrent Power received a target price of ₹1,515, suggesting over 5 per cent upside

Voltas jumps over 4% as company hikes AC prices with immediate effect

As per reports, Voltas has increased prices across the RAC portfolio by 2.5 per cent to 3 per cent.