OPERATIONAL ASSET PERFORMANCE
ICICI Prudential AMC buys office tower from Kalpataru in Mumbai for Rs 315 cr
ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company has acquired a commercial tower in Santacruz, Mumbai, for over Rs 315 crore from realty developer Kalpataru's subsidiary Ixora Properties. The tower, built on one-third of an acre, is expected to house the company's new head office. The deal is significant in the ongoing trend of leasing office space rather than buying it outright.
PSBs on the margins in credit cards, but NPAs ahead by a wide margin
Public sector banks in India are navigating the credit card market, facing challenges with high NPAs. The focus on tier-II and tier-III cities is driving credit card sales, with State Bank of India and Bank of Baroda leading in card spending through subsidiaries. Specialized skills and appealing features are crucial for success, particularly in attracting younger consumers with modern products and reward points.
Coca-Cola uncaps board control of bottling operations
The Coca-Cola Company's move directly impacts India as Coca-Cola India's wholly-owned bottling company, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), was controlled by BIG.
ITC Hotels witnessing growing interest among property owners to partner with its brand : ITC Annual Report
ITC Hotels' strategic expansion across diverse segments led to significant revenue growth, surpassing Rs 1000 crore in Segment EBITDA and witnessing a remarkable 39% increase in Segment PBIT.
Competitive intensity in used vehicle market to be on the rise: India Ratings
India Ratings and Research predicts that vehicle financiers will increase the share of used vehicles in their AUM due to rising new vehicle prices, food inflation, heat wave, moderation in capacity utilization due to elections, and slowing rural economy. The agency also expects a decrease in FY25 growth rates from FY24 levels. The agency expects non-bank finance companies to focus on used vehicles as assets class, presenting a favorable risk-return in terms of asset quality and pricing power.
Muthoot Microfin to stay on the radar with a few tailwinds
A part of Muthoot Pappachan Group, the company provides micro loans to women with a focus on rural areas. It had 1,508 branches in 353 districts across 18 states of India as of March 2024. Its AUM grew by 32.4% year-on-year to ₹12,193.5 crore in FY24.
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Neo Asset raises Rs 2,575 cr for Credit Opportunities Fund
Neo Asset Management has closed its first Special Credit Opportunities Fund, raising ₹2,575 crore from high-net-worth individuals and family offices. The fund targets a gross internal rate of return (IRR) of 22-24% by investing in non-triple-A-rated companies with operating profits.
Own midcaps? Do a check & balance exercise to avoid decision of haste: 7 midcaps from different sectors with an upside potential of upto 49%
Every now and then the market goes through phases, where it prefers a certain set of stocks, not based on sector but based on the overall market cap. So, sometimes it is large caps, at other mid-caps. Now this partially happens, due to the flows which are coming to markets. For example, if more flows are coming to mid-cap or multicap schemes there is bound to be out performance in the mid-cap space. Now what it does is that it tends to create a sudden surge in mid-cap. Similarly when there is an outflow like the kind of one which we saw in March this year, midcap stocks tend to decline sharply. Essentially, it is the flows which impact the broader matrix of how midcaps behave. So there are phases not owning a midcap stocks appeared to sin and then there phase, where owning them appears to be sin. But if one focuses on the underlying business and some critical parameters, there is a possibility of getting rid of these phases of anxiety which keep coming to the street and create long term wealth.
RBI to come out with norms for securitising stressed loans
RBI is set to release final guidelines for securitisation of stressed assets, potentially initiating a junk bond market in India.
Best small cap mutual funds to invest in June 2024
Small cap schemes invest in very small companies or their stocks. According to the Sebi mandate, small cap schemes must invest in companies that are ranked below 250 in terms of market capitalisation. These schemes also will have to invest at least 65% in small cap stocks.
ETMarkets PMS Talk: This fund manager with over Rs 350 cr in AUM generates 2x returns vs benchmark since June 2023
Within this we are managing roughly Rs 315 crore in AQUA, a Flexicap Quant PMS Strategy, which is our flagship style-adaptive, benchmark-agnostic, dynamic multi-factor strategy and roughly Rs 35 crore in our Multi Asset Quant Strategies.
Sunteck Realty records highest-ever pre-sales of Rs 1,915 crore in FY2
Realty developer Sunteck Realty has reported its highest-ever annual performance in terms of pre-sales at Rs 1,915 crore for the financial year 2023-24 as against Rs 1,602 crore a year ago. The company’s net profit for the year rose to Rs 71 crore from Rs 1 crore a year ago, while core operating profit grew 63% to Rs 266 crore. Total revenue increased to Rs 565 crore, up 56% from Rs 362 crore a year ago.
Ind-Ra upgrades Adani Green Energy's rating, outlook stable
The ratings also reflect Ind-Ra's expectation of favourable operational to under-construction book ratio, given the operational capacity of nearly 10.9 GW, and an increase in annual capacity addition targets to 5GW.
ETMarkets AIF Talk: Fund Manager of Rs 1200 cr AUM reveals 4 key factors for wealth creation in small & midcaps
Aditya Sood, Fund Manager at InCred Asset Management, discusses small companies' growth potential in an interview with ETMarkets. Sood says that the cost of capital in India will structurally decline over the next 5-7 years, benefiting small and mid-cap companies. Many of the investee companies, though small in size, are already market leaders or challengers in niche industries with substantial growth potential
Indiabulls Housing Finance Q4 Results: Profit rises 23% YoY to Rs 320 crore
The mortgage lender's operating profit jumped 34% to Rs 722 crore, driven by a 31% increase in net interest income to Rs 964 crore. The company's board proposed a final dividend of Rs 2 per share, representing a 100% payout on the Rs 2 face value for FY 2023-24.
Karnataka Bank Q4 Results: Net profits dips 23% YoY to Rs 274 crore, dividend declared at Rs 5.5 per share
Its net interest margin, a key profitability metric, fell 57 basis points to 3.3% for the quarter as compared with 3.87% seen in the year-ago period. Net interest income was 3% lower at Rs 834 crore.
Bandhan Bank Q4 Results: Net profit slumps 93% YoY to Rs 55 crore
Sharply higher provisioning dragged Bandhan Bank's March quarter net profit down by 93% at Rs 55 crore against Rs 808 crore in the year-ago period.
Improving asset quality, reach to keep Jana SFB on growth path
JSFB provides micro financing, secured business loans, loans against property, micro, small and medium enterprises loans, loans against deposits and gold, and loans to finance companies. The bank strives to reduce reliance on unsecured loans by expanding the portfolio of secured loans. At the end of March 2024, its total loan book was worth Rs 24,746 crore.
Karur Vysya Bank Q4 Results: Net profit jumps 35% YoY to Rs 456 crore
The bank's net interest income for the quarter improved 11.5% to Rs 996 crore while other income was 57% higher at Rs 629 crore. The net interest margin for the quarter, however, was at 4.19%, down 18 basis points from 4.37% a year ago.
NCLT admits insolvency resolution application against Indira Container Terminal
According to the company’s website, as the delay in commencing the operations was beyond the limits set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the lenders classified the account as a Non-Performing Asset (NPA). As a result, the lenders halted further disbursals of loans resulting in the construction work coming to a complete standstill.
Stock picks of the week: 4 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 39%
Last week’s movement of the market has brought back some memories of what happened in March 2024. Given the event risk in terms of election results, we might see higher volatility as some profit booking takes place. If one is not a trader and knows how to hedge, it would be better to be cautious before investing. If one is taking fresh exposure to equity, ensure that there is some level of quality as far as the business and fundamentals are concerned. These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Suryoday Small Finance Bank Q4 Results: Net profit soars 56% YoY to Rs 61 crore
The bank's net interest margin for the quarter was 10.1% against 10.4% in the same quarter last year, although it rose sequentially from 9.8%. Operating profit was 25.5% higher at Rs 128 crore against Rs 102 crore. Provisions and contingencies were a ltad lower at Rs 48 crore against Rs 51.5 crore.
Esaf Small Finance Bank Q4 Results: Net profit plunges 57% YoY to Rs 43 crore
The bank's operating profit was 30% higher at Rs 285 crore against Rs 219 crore but provisions and contingencies at Rs 226 crore against Rs 82 crore pulled the net profit down.
India Shelter Finance Corporation Q4 Results: Net profit soars 47% YoY to Rs 78 crore
The mortgage lender, which got its shares listed on December 20 last year, said its assets under management rose to Rs 6084 crore at the end of March. The company, which is active in the affordable housing space, operates out of 223 branches in 15 states.
Canara Bank Q4 Results: Profit jumps 18% YoY to Rs 3,757 crore; NII rises 11%
Canara Bank Q4 Results: The company's Board has also recommended a dividend of Rs 16.10 per share, 161% of face value each, for the financial year 2023-24
Fusion MicroFinance Q4 results: Net profit up 16% to Rs 133 crore
Fusion MicroFinance Q4 results: “We closed a very successful FY24 with the highest ever profit after tax, consistent growth in AUM, healthy return ratios and overall robust operational and financial metrics," managing director Devesh Sachdev was quoted as saying in a note issued by the company.
Best small cap mutual funds to invest in May 2024
According to the Sebi mandate, small cap schemes must invest in companies that are ranked below 250 in terms of market capitalisation. These schemes also will have to invest at least 65% in small cap stocks. Small companies go through many ups and downs - more than the established companies in the large and mid cap segments.
IPL Portfolio: Picking stocks like selecting a cricket team, says Arvind Kothari
Arvind Kothari draws parallels between crafting investment portfolios and selecting cricket teams, advocating a mix of specialists, all-rounders, and x-factor options to navigate market dynamics and outperform the competition. "Our investment portfolio primarily focuses on high-growth sectors that have significant potential for future growth and are expected to perform well, such as Make in India, Recycling Trends, Energy Transition, Consumption, and Defense, among others."
Combo of capital heavy & capital light biz to drive operating leverage, margin expansion: Puneet Chhatwal, Indian Hotels
Indian Hotels, led by Puneet Chhatwal, showcases robust growth through strategic new contracts, capital-light models, and diversified top line expansion. The company's focus on operating leverage, digital enhancements, and new business segments sets the stage for continued success in the hospitality sector. He says: Indian Hotels' combination of capital heavy and capital light which is today at 40-60 and could grow to 30-70, 70 in favour of capital light,
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