Nilesh Shah on how to treat smallcaps and midcaps right now

Nilesh Shah of Envision Capital remains optimistic about mid and small-cap stocks. Economic growth and rising per capita income will drive their expansion. He emphasizes stock picking and the diverse universe of listed companies. Recent IPOs offer opportunities in digitalization. Corrections can provide entry points for investors. The mid and small-cap space is becoming more diverse and enriching.

IHCL guidance has been around 35% and we will achieve that for the year despite big disruptions: Puneet Chhatwal

IHCL’s MD & CEO, Puneet Chhatwal, emphasizes the Taj brand’s strength, driving significant RevPAR premiums. Despite operational challenges, strategic asset management and renovations fuel growth. The company anticipates robust new business expansion with high margins, projecting substantial hotel openings and maintaining a focus on both domestic and international markets for continued double-digit revenue growth.

Union Bank of India Q1 Results: PAT rises 12% to Rs 4,116 crore

Union Bank of India reported a 12% increase in net profit, reaching Rs 4,116 crore in the first quarter of this fiscal year, driven by improved interest earned and asset quality. Gross NPAs decreased to 3.52%, and net NPAs fell to 0.62%, boosting the bank’s financial health. The bank’s total business expanded by 5% to Rs 22,14,422 crore.

IndusInd Bank to consider raising funds via long-term bonds

IndusInd Bank is set to discuss raising funds through long-term bonds at its upcoming board meeting on July 23. This consideration follows a $230 million loss due to past misaccounting, which led to the resignations of its CEO and deputy in April. The bank is also evaluating potential capital increases via depository receipts and qualified institutional placements.