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22 May, 2026

Life Insurance Corporation of India Shares Jump 5% on Strong Q4 Results & Bonus Announcement

Life Insurance Corporation of India shares are trading nearly 5% higher after the company announced strong Q4 results yesterday. LIC’s net profit rose 23% to Rs 23,467 crore. Along with this, the company also announced a final dividend of Rs 10 per share and a 1:1 bonus share issue, which means shareholders will receive 1 additional free share for every 1 share they hold.

22 May, 2026

Why Paytm Shares Fell Over 3% Today | SAIF Partners Plans Major Stake Sale

Paytm shares fell more than 3% today mainly due to reports of a large block deal by SAIF Partners. One of Paytm’s major investors, SAIF Partners, is planning to sell around 1.3% equity stake in the company, which is approximately 86 lakh shares, through a block deal transaction. The floor price for the deal has been set at Rs 1,120.65 per share. Meanwhile, Paytm stock is currently trading around Rs 1,116, reflecting negative market sentiment after the news.

21 May, 2026

Power Finance Corporation Shares Rise Over 2% on Rs 26,000 Crore Nuclear Loan Deal and Rs 3.95 Dividend Announcement

Shares of Power Finance Corporation (PFC) gained more than 2% and remained positive after the company approved a massive Rs 26,000 crore 30-year loan for Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) to finance nuclear power projects, marking the largest long-term financing deal in India’s nuclear energy sector, which is expected to strengthen PFC’s future interest income for many years. Along with this, the company also announced a cash dividend of Rs 3.95 per share for its investors, further boosting market sentiment, while PFC shares continued trading around Rs 438, reflecting strong investor confidence in the company’s long-term growth outlook.

21 May, 2026

TVS Motor Hits Record Profit as EV Sales Jump 51%; Stock Gains Over 0.8%

TVS Motor Company reported its strongest-ever annual performance as the company’s total profit surged 31% year-on-year to Rs 3,393 crore. The major driver behind this growth was the company’s rapidly expanding Electric Vehicle (EV) business, where sales jumped by an impressive 51% during the year. Strong demand for EV scooters and improving market presence helped boost investor confidence in the stock. Following the positive developments, TVS Motor shares traded higher by 0.82%, with the stock opening at Rs 3,378.50 and touching an intraday high of Rs 3,400.90. The current market price stands at Rs 3,393.20.

20 May, 2026

Punjab National Bank Announces Rs 3 Final Dividend: Buy Shares Before June 12 to Become Eligible

Punjab National Bank has announced a final dividend of Rs 3.00 per share after reporting its Q4 FY26 results. The dividend is calculated at 150% on the face value of Rs 2 per share. Investors who wish to receive this dividend must buy or hold PNB shares on or before June 11, 2026, as the stock will trade ex-dividend from June 12, 2026. The bank will finalize the list of eligible shareholders based on the Record Date of June 13, 2026. Eligible investors will receive the dividend amount directly in their linked bank accounts on or after July 20, 2026.

20 May, 2026

Hindalco Shares Surge! Novelis Delivers Strong Q4 Profit Despite Plant Fire Recovery

Hindalco Industries shares are witnessing strong buying momentum after its U.S.-based subsidiary Novelis reported robust Q4 operating performance. Despite a fire incident at one of Novelis’ major plants earlier, the company delivered operating profit (EBITDA) significantly above expectations, generating over Rs 850 crore in additional operational profit. The market sentiment also improved as the company stated that nearly 70–75% of the losses caused by the fire are expected to be recovered through insurance claims. Following these positive developments, Hindalco shares are trading around Rs 1,081 with strong upward momentum.

19 May, 2026

Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Ltd. Bags Rs 2,245 Crore Mega Order; Stock Gains Nearly 1%

Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Ltd. shares rose 0.94% after the company secured major construction orders worth Rs 2,245.15 crore from India Jewellery Park in Navi Mumbai and Daffodil Hotel in Goa. The company, known for executing large EPC projects such as luxury hotels, government buildings, hospitals, and residential towers, will undertake the civil construction work for the Gems & Jewellery Park in Mumbai and the Park Hyatt hotel project in Goa. The stock opened at Rs 795.60 and touched an intraday high of Rs 800.00 following the announcement.

19 May, 2026

Infosys Shares Surge 4.25% Amid Rupee Weakness & Rs 25 Dividend Announcement

Infosys shares surged by 4.25% as the Indian Rupee weakened against the US Dollar. Since Infosys earns a major portion of its revenue from exports in dollars, a stronger dollar directly benefits the company’s revenue and profit margins. Adding to the positive sentiment, Infosys recently announced a cash dividend of Rs 25 per share. Currently, the stock is trading around Rs 1,190.

18 May, 2026

Hindustan Copper Ltd: Renewable Energy & EV Demand Boosts Stock 4% Today

Hindustan Copper Ltd surged nearly 4% today as growing demand for copper in India’s renewable energy, infrastructure, and electric vehicle (EV) sectors continues to support investor sentiment. Hindustan Copper is India’s only vertically integrated copper producer with captive mines, refining, and manufacturing facilities, giving it a strong position in the market. The company has also significantly reduced its long-term debt (non-current borrowings) to just Rs 37.49 crore, further strengthening its financial profile. The stock is currently trading around Rs 578.

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