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Macrotech Developers Q1 sale bookings up 20 pc to Rs 4,030 cr on stronghousing demand
Macrotech Developers' Lodha brand reported a 20% Q1 FY25 sales rise to Rs 4,030 crore from Rs 3,350 crore. Operating in Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru, it plans 17 new projects worth Rs 12,000 crore. Collections were Rs 2,690 crore. Pre-sales hit Rs 14,520 crore in FY23-24. Aiming for Rs 17,500 crore this fiscal with 10.1 million square feet GDV.
Commercial vehicle sales volume to fall 3-6 pc in FY25: Report
Commercial vehicle sales volume is expected to decline by 3-6 per cent in the current fiscal year due to a slump in demand, as reported by CareEdge Ratings. The slowdown is attributed to reduced demand in both the medium, heavy commercial, and light commercial vehicle segments, alongside high inventory levels with dealers.
FY25 will see a 7-9 pc growth in two-wheeler sales, down from 9.8 pc in FY24
The CareEdge Ratings report predicts the two-wheeler industry's volume growth in FY2025 to be 7-9 per cent, lower than the 9.8 per cent recorded in FY2024. Factors driving growth include increased Electric Vehicle sales, the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024, expected interest rate cuts in the second half of FY25, and strong demand for new model launches. Recovery in exports, a favorable monsoon, and improved rural consumer sentiment are also key growth drivers.
Big movers on D-Street: What should investors do with Tata Motors, Adani Wilmar and PC Jewellers?
Sensex and Nifty ended flat. Tata Motors rose 0.93%, gaining 182%, supported by averages and EPS, and in accumulation phase. Avoid Adani Wilmar despite its 1.92% rise. PC Jewellers jumped 10%, rebounding off the 50-day average and hitting strong RSI levels. Target for Tata Motors is 1170. Recommendations for these stocks vary.
Cement sector sees marginal growth of 2-3 pc in Q1FY25: Icra
The cement sector experienced a modest 2-3 per cent growth in Q1 due to a slowdown in construction during the Lok Sabha polls, but FY2024-25 is expected to see a 7-8 per cent increase driven by infrastructure and housing demand. Top players are set to consolidate, expanding capacity and improving operating profits by 1-3 per cent from softened raw materials prices. Cement makers are also increasing green power usage to reduce emissions by 15-17 per cent in the coming years.
India's FMCG sector to see revenue growth of 7-9 pc in fiscal 2024: CRISIL
CRISIL forecasts 7-9% revenue growth for the FMCG sector in the current fiscal year, driven by increased volume and rural demand recovery. The report highlights stable product prices in personal care and home care, while food and beverages face modest raw material cost increases. Rural growth is bolstered by better monsoons and government initiatives, while urban demand remains robust due to rising incomes and premium product preferences
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Tata Motors domestic sales dip 8 pc in June
Tata Motors reported an 8% decline in total domestic wholesales to 74,147 units in June, with passenger vehicle sales at 43,624 units. The company anticipates a demand recovery with a strong enquiry pipeline and the upcoming festive season in August. Focus remains on the SUV portfolio, especially Punch and Nexon models, as the industry prepares for growth.
India's power consumption rises nearly 9pc to 152.38 billion units in June
The highest supply in a day (peak power demand met) also rose to 245.41 GW in June 2024 against 223.29 GW in the year-ago month. The peak power demand was recorded at 224.10 GW in June 2023. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of 250.20GW in May this year. The previous all-time high peak power demand of 243.27 GW was recorded in September 2023.
Parliament should pass law on reservations to exceed 50% cap: Congress
The Congress Party called for a law enabling reservation quotas to exceed the 50% cap, aligning with JD(U)'s demand to include Bihar's increased quotas in the Constitution's 9th Schedule. This follows a Patna High Court ruling striking down Bihar's attempt to raise quotas for SCs, STs, and OBCs to 65%.
AI PC demand to pick up from 2025 once use cases emerge
The demand for AI laptops and desktops in India is projected to increase in 2025 as use-cases solidify and people integrate AI into regular workflows, according to industry experts.
Thermal plant load factor to remain healthy at 70 pc in FY'25 on power demand growth of 6 pc: ICRA
ICRA projects a stable outlook for the thermal power segment with a 70% thermal plant load factor expected in FY2025, driven by 6% power demand growth.
India's May Palm oil imports jump 74 pc on rising demand
India's palm oil imports surged 74% to 7,63,300 tonnes in May from 4,39,173 tonnes as the world's largest vegetable oil buyer stocked up to meet rising domestic demand, according to Solvent Extractors Association.
Steel demand to grow by 9-12 pc in FY25: Ind-Ra report
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) forecasts a 9-12% growth in steel demand for the ongoing 2024-25 fiscal year, driven by end-user industries like automobiles and infrastructure. Global steel demand is expected to remain steady, with China transitioning to low carbon initiatives. Domestic players are predicted to have stable credit metrics.
Expect commercial vehicle volumes to witness 4-7 pc dip this fiscal: ICRA
Hit by a high base of last year and weakness in demand, the domestic commercial vehicle industry is expected to witness a dip of 4-7 per cent in wholesale volumes in the current fiscal as compared to FY23, rating agency Icra said on Friday.
Job demand in renewable energy sector surges 23.7 pc in FY24: Report
The renewable energy sector is seeing a rise in demand for roles like solar PV technicians, wind turbine installers, roofers, and storage operators, in addition to a decline in attrition rates to 33.5% in FY24.
Arm aims to capture 50% of PC market in five years, CEO says
Demand for use of Arm's technology in personal computers got a boost after Microsoft unveiled ambitious plans last month to launch a new breed of PCs with artificial intelligence features to compete with Alphabet and Apple.
Icra revises domestic steel demand growth rate to 10 pc for FY25
ICRA revises FY2025 steel demand growth to 9-10% due to strong government spending and sector demand, leading to increased earnings and India remaining a net steel importer in the current fiscal.
Govt may lower fiscal deficit target below 5.1 pc for FY25
For previous financial year ended March 2024, the fiscal deficit was better at 5.6 per cent of the GDP as against estimates of 5.8 per cent accounted in the interim Budget presented on February 1.
Average air ticket prices spike 9 pc in Jan-March period: FCM Travel
International air capacity has also increased 14 per cent due to India's growing aviation sector, Sodhi said, adding that average international airfares have softened 15 per cent, which is a general global trend of yields decreasing across airfares.
Hotel industry clocks 11 pc annual growth in revenue per available room during Jan-Mar: Report
India's hotel industry saw an 11% rise in revenue per available room in Q1 2024, with Chennai leading at 21.7%. The growth was driven by an 8.5% rise in Average Daily Rate, fueled by corporate travel, weddings, and MICE demand.
Demand for skilled blue-collar workers from India goes up by 25 pc in UAE: Report
The report by Huntr is based on quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews with 1,00,000 blue workers enrolled on the platform from May 2023-April 2024 compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. It further stated that the UAE's thriving industries, such as technology, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, and logistics, are driving the demand for skilled Indian blue-collar workers.
PC market grows 2.6% in January-March quarter, aided by govt orders: IDC
According to International Data Corporation’s (IDC) quarterly device tracker, the PC (personal computer) market in India recorded 3.07 million shipments in the January-March period, up from 2.99 million recorded in the corresponding period last year.
Oberoi Realty Q4 profit up 64 pc to Rs 788 cr; plans to raise up to Rs 4,000 cr
Oberoi Realty has posted 64 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 788.03 crore for March quarter FY24 and announced plans to raise up to Rs 4,000 crore through issuance of equity shares and non-convertible debentures. Its net profit stood at Rs 480.29 crore in the year-ago period.
10 PC Cabinets for under Rs.20,000 to upgrade your setup
Upgrade your PC setup without breaking the bank with these 10 high-performance cabinets under Rs.20,000. From stylish designs to advanced cooling systems, these cabinets offer the perfect blend of aesthetics and functionality for gamers and enthusiasts alike.
Power consumption rises 11 pc to 144.25 billion units in April
In April 2024, India's power consumption surged by 11% to 144.25 billion units compared to the previous year, driven by rising temperatures. Peak power demand reached 224.18 GW, up from 215.88 GW in April 2023. Experts attribute the growth to temperature increases and heightened industrial activities, predicting continued robust demand.
India's gold demand up 8 pc in Jan-Mar to 136.6 tonne despite high rate
India's gold demand increased 8% to Rs 75,470 crore in March quarter, supported by strong economic environment and aggressive gold buying by RBI. Jewellery demand rose 4%, investment demand grew 19%. RBI plans to continue gold purchase.
Intel forecast misses estimates; shares tumble
Intel predicts lower Q2 revenue and profit, shares down 8%. Weak demand for data center, PC chips. Nvidia leads AI market. Gelsinger optimistic about Intel rebound.
Global PC market returns to growth in first quarter after two-year decline: IDC
The PC market grew 1.5% from a year earlier, with 59.8 million shipments in the first quarter, and returned to pre-pandemic levels with the onset of a refresh cycle for PCs that were purchased during the pandemic, the report added.
HP misses first-quarter revenue estimates on sluggish demand in PC market
HP forecast second-quarter adjusted profit per share between 76 cents and 86 cents, the midpoint of which is in line with estimates of 81 cents.
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