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Numerous companies are expected to reveal their first quarter earnings, including Titan, Hindustan Zinc, and Delhivery. Titan’s performance suffered due to high gold prices and regional competition. Analysts predicted a 6% YoY sales increase but a minor 1% decline in net profit for April-June 2024, highlighting challenges in the jewelry segment.

Dabur India reported an 8.27% rise in consolidated net profit to ₹494.35 crore for the June 2024 quarter, meeting analyst expectations. The company highlighted that rural demand outpaced urban demand by 350 basis points, even amid high food inflation. Almost half of Dabur’s annual sales come from rural areas, essential for FMCG sector growth.

Earnings season commenced with 88 companies announcing results. Key highlights included ITC, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, Adani Enterprises, and Zomato reporting. ITC and Dabur anticipated revenue growth from cigarettes, hotels, and FMCG segments. Tata Motors projected strong profit growth. Zomato maintained robust performance from prior quarters, offering promising outlooks.

Brainbees Solution, known for its FirstCry brand, declared a price band of Rs 440-465 for its Rs 4,194 crore IPO, open from August 6-8. The IPO includes a fresh issue of Rs 1,666 crore and an offer for sale worth Rs 2,528 crore. Funds will support new stores, subsidiary investments, overseas expansion, and marketing.

Gold prices reached a two-week high following indications from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell of possible interest rate cuts by September. Spot gold stood at $2,448.38 per ounce. Attention is on the forthcoming U.S. payroll report which may influence gold prices as the week concludes.

In the first quarter earnings season, 115 companies announced results, including Maruti, M&M, Coal India, Adani Power, Tata Steel, Ambuja, and Bank of Baroda. M&M and Maruti expected mixed revenue and profit changes, while Tata Steel’s profit was predicted to rise notably amid a revenue drop. Several others also reported their quarterly performance.

Vinod Goyal from ANMI discussed a SEBI study revealing many traders experiencing losses despite a surge in trading volumes. The study did not consider traders’ educational backgrounds. Goyal clarified that intraday trading remains legal and mandatory KYC procedures ensure that all traders follow regulations, stressing it’s crucial to understand the broader context of trading activities.

Hero Motocorp, Oberoi Realty, and 14 other companies had locked August 1 as the record date for determining shareholders eligible for dividend payments. Investors had to purchase shares by July 31 to qualify. The list includes companies like Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC and Bayer CropScience, which offered substantial dividends per share, drawing investor attention.

Sixteen companies, such as DLF, Bata India, and Sundaram Finance, set July 31 as the record date for determining dividend eligibility. Investors must purchase shares today to qualify. Additionally, various stocks, including Aarti Pharmalabs and CRISIL, will start trading on an ex-dividend basis from Wednesday.

As first quarter earnings season progressed, 91 companies, like IOC and Tata Consumer, disclosed results. Tata Consumer is expected to exhibit 13% revenue growth due to strong India foods business. However, profit estimates vary. The company’s EBITDA margin for the first quarter is projected to rise to 15.3% due to better gross margins.