India’s stock market is set for an action-packed trading session on May 15, with earnings to remain in focus amid a flurry of corporate developments, strategic deals, and high-profile announcements.
Market Buzz: Earnings to Remain in Focus as Q4 Results Take Centre Stage
Over 50 companies, including LIC Housing Finance, JSW Energy, PB Fintech, and CESC, will release their Q4 results today, potentially shaping investor sentiment.
Additionally, marquee names like Infosys, Hindustan Unilever, Wipro, SBI, and Yes Bank are also in the spotlight for varied reasons—from stake sales and partnerships to regulatory clearances and boardroom updates. With financial results and market-moving news flowing in, today’s trade offers traders plenty of cues to navigate the markets smartly.
Quarterly Showdown: Major Earnings to Watch Today
Analysts and investors will keep a sharp eye on earnings releases from several top names.
Here’s a brief on expectations and already-reported results:
- LIC Housing Finance is projected to post a net interest income (NII) of ₹2,069 crore and a net profit of ₹1,348 crore.
- JSW Energy may report a 25% YoY revenue jump to ₹3,459 crore with EBITDA at ₹1,315 crore and a net profit of ₹295 crore.
- PB Fintech (PolicyBazaar) is expected to record a revenue of ₹4,909 crore and profit of ₹304 crore.
- CESC could report a revenue of ₹3,614 crore, EBITDA of ₹895 crore, and net profit of ₹360 crore.
- Endurance Technologies might post revenue of ₹2,970 crore and net profit of ₹203 crore.
Already Reported Results:
- Eicher Motors posted a 27.3% YoY profit growth to ₹1,362 crore, with revenue up 23.1% to ₹5,241 crore.
- Apollo Tyres saw profits drop 47.9% YoY to ₹185 crore due to exceptional losses of ₹118.8 crore.
- Vascon Engineers posted over 100% growth in profit at ₹35 crore, driven by a 66% surge in revenue to ₹387 crore.
Stocks to Watch: Corporate Moves and Updates in Focus
From stake sales to boardroom shuffles, here’s what’s creating buzz across select counters:
🔹 Wendt India
The German parent, Wendt GmbH, will offload up to 37.5% stake via OFS between May 15–16 at a floor price of ₹6,500 per share.
🔹 Infosys
The company has exited its Japan JV HIPUS, selling its entire stake to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
🔹 Hindustan Unilever (HUL)
Received regulatory nod with no adverse remarks from BSE and NSE for its scheme with Kwality Wall’s India.
🔹 Brigade Enterprises
Acquired a 5.41-acre plot in Chennai for a premium residential project worth ₹1,600 crore.
🔹 Wipro
Announced a digital transformation tie-up with Hachette UK, deploying SAP S/4HANA to overhaul IT infra.
Banking & Finance: Key Developments from SBI, Yes Bank, and More
🔸 State Bank of India (SBI)
To consider raising $3 billion via foreign currency bonds in FY26 through public or private placements.
🔸 Yes Bank
Moody’s called SMBC’s planned 20% stake acquisition in Yes Bank “credit positive”, suggesting strong future support.
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🔸 Gensol Engineering
Faced a bankruptcy application from IREDA, with dues amounting to ₹510 crore.
🔸 Allcargo Logistics
CFO Deepal Shah resigns, replaced by Ravi Jakhar who will now serve as Group CFO and Strategy Director.
Insider Trades, Bulk Deals & Dividends: What You Shouldn’t Miss
Bulk Deals:
- Edelweiss Financial: Miri Strategic bought 1.17% stake at ₹88.55, while CLSA sold 1.19% stake.
- Max Healthcare, Info Edge, Waaree Energies, and Navin Fluorine all witnessed significant block trades, mainly from Citigroup Global Markets and Morgan Stanley Asia.
Dividend Alerts:
Stocks like BEML, Great Eastern Shipping, and Manappuram Finance trade ex-dividend today.
F&O Ban List:
Stocks under F&O ban include Hindustan Copper, CDSL, and Manappuram Finance.
Final Takeaway: Stay Nimble, Stay Informed
With earnings to remain in focus and corporate action buzzing, market participants should brace for volatility and sharp intraday moves. Whether you’re a short-term trader or long-term investor, today’s updates offer valuable insight into which stocks may outperform and which require caution.
Disclaimer: The views and investment insights provided here are based on publicly available information and do not constitute financial advice. Readers are advised to conduct their own research or consult certified financial experts before making investment decisions
