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Paint makers expect healthy FY27 demand amid price hikes; competition intensity remains high

Leading paint firms foresee sustained double-digit growth through the festive season. Companies are implementing price increases to manage rising input costs effectively. Demand remains robust from housing and infrastructure sectors, supporting industry projections. Fierce competition persists across all paint market segments.

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Builder must fix recurring water leakage permanently, but homeowner can't dictate which contractor or brand to use: Karnataka RERA gives relief to Bengaluru top-floor flat owner

Frustrated with repeated water leakage issue in top floor flat homeowner requested building to appoint Dr Fixit and Asian paints to fix it; Karnataka RERA directs builder to permanently fix defects at its own cost. Read the article to know how the homebuyer partly won the case.

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Fall of market leaders! How 6 Nifty giants trapped investors with negative returns for 5 years

Over the past five years, six prominent Nifty companies have reported negative returns. Tata Consultancy Services and Infosys struggle under the strain of evolving IT service landscapes. Hindustan Unilever has seen a dip in stock value driven by weak rural demand and intensified competition. Meanwhile, HDFC Life Insurance is grappling…

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Monarch Networth initiates coverage on Asian Paints, Colgate and Kansai Nerolac; sees up to 17% upside

Monarch Networth Capital has initiated coverage on Asian Paints, Colgate Palmolive India and Kansai Nerolac Paints, citing strong brands, extensive distribution and resilient domestic demand. The brokerage sees Kansai Nerolac offering the highest upside of 16.6%, followed by Asian Paints at 14% and Colgate at 7.7%.

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Asian Paints shares decline 3% after Q1 results. Should you buy, sell or hold?

Asian Paints shares fell 3% despite better-than-expected Q1 FY27 earnings and multiple target price hikes by brokerages. Nomura retained its Buy rating with a Street-high target of Rs 3,750, citing strong demand and easing competitive pressures. Goldman Sachs maintained Sell, while Motilal Oswal stayed Neutral, highlighting margin resilience despite inflationary…

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Asian Paints Q1 Results: Net profit surges 40% YoY to Rs 1,539 crore

Asian Paints Q1 Results: Asian Paints reported a strong Q1 FY27 performance, with consolidated net profit rising 40% year-on-year to Rs 1,539 crore, driven by robust demand and improved profitability. Consolidated net sales grew 18% to Rs 10,521 crore, while margins expanded on the back of calibrated price hikes, a…

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Why did market rise today? Sensex jumps 780 points, Nifty ends near 24,000. 6 key factors behind bulls’ return to D-Street

Indian stocks surged on Monday, ending a five-day decline. Easing Iran-US tensions and falling oil prices boosted investor sentiment significantly. The Sensex and Nifty both experienced sharp gains, adding substantial market capitalization. Broader markets and most sectoral indices also traded positively. Value buying and dropping bond yields further supported the…

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Reliance Industries, Groww and MTAR Technologies among stocks bought and sold by mutual funds in June

Mutual funds invested Rs 50,600 crore in stocks during June. They significantly bought JSWInfra, Bajaj Finance, and HDFC Bank. Conversely, Asian Paints, ICICI Bank, and SBI saw major reductions. In midcaps, JSW Infrastructure and Meesho were key additions by funds. Smallcap segment saw buying in Acme Solar Holdings and Craftsman…

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Sensex rises 130 points, Nifty closes above 24,050; market erases most of intraday gains

Indian stock markets closed higher on Wednesday with marginal gains. The Iran-US conflict escalated, impacting global oil prices significantly. Investors face uncertainty due to geopolitical tensions and domestic economic factors. Rising inflation and monsoon deficiency pose challenges for the Indian economy. Experts advise remaining invested in fairly valued growth sector…

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Paint stocks tumble up to 48% from their peaks. Is the worst over?

Paint stocks have declined sharply from their 52-week highs, correcting between 10% and 48%, as investors turn cautious due to rising competition and margin pressures. However, analysts still see value in the sector at current levels.

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Below-normal monsoon won't derail rural demand, says Nomura's Mihir Shah

Despite fears of a weaker monsoon, Nomura's Mihir Shah anticipates muted impact on rural demand due to healthy reservoir levels and improved irrigation. El Niño's influence is expected to be limited until later in the season, with potential offsetting factors. Urban demand is showing signs of a pickup, narrowing the…

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Dividend alert! Last date to buy Asian Paints, HUL, Tata Power among 11 stocks for dividends worth Rs 73

Including the interim dividend of Rs 4.50 per share declared in November 2025, the total dividend payout for FY26 stands at Rs 27.50 per equity share. Asian Paints shares have a dividend yield of 0.16%, according to data on Trendlyne.

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Dividends & bonus issues: LIC, Asian Paints among 35 stocks turning ex-record date this week. How many do you own?

Around 35 companies, including LIC, HUL, Asian Paints and IndusInd Bank, have fixed record dates for dividends, bonus issues and buybacks in the upcoming week. Investors must hold shares before the record date to qualify for corporate actions, though additional announcements may follow.

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Sudip Bandyopadhyay bets on pharma, metals and select cyclicals as geopolitical risks ease

Easing West Asia tensions boost global markets, prompting investors to reassess opportunities. Market veteran Sudip Bandyopadhyay favors pharmaceuticals, healthcare, specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, education, and metals, citing earnings visibility and growth drivers. He advises caution on MTAR Technologies due to client concentration and a sharp rally.

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Asian Paints, HPCL, MRF other crude-sensitive stocks jump up to 5% on Iran-US peace deal framework

Crude-sensitive stocks surged as oil prices dropped significantly following an agreement between Iran and the US to end their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This development brings relief to global oil shipments, though analysts advise caution regarding the timeline for full normalization.

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Pankaj Pandey identifies defence, pharma and consumption as core stock picking themes

Indian equities face a mixed outlook due to potential monsoon deficit and uneven corporate earnings. While rural-linked sectors may see pressure, broader market impact is expected to be contained. Investors are advised to look for selective opportunities in sectors like EMS, paints, and defence technology amid ongoing sectoral divergences.

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Markets poised for a positive run if geopolitical risks ease: Ambareesh Baliga

Market veteran Ambareesh Baliga sees Indian equities well-positioned if geopolitical tensions ease and macro conditions remain supportive. He highlights potential for a US-Iran accord, resilient corporate expectations, and a normal monsoon as key drivers for a positive medium-term outlook, especially for metals and private banks.

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Asian Paints shares rally 4% after Q4 results. Here’s what Nomura and Motilal Oswal are saying

Asian Paints shares rose sharply after the company reported a 69% year-on-year jump in Q4FY26 profit and stronger margins. While Nomura reiterated its Buy call with a Rs 3,600 target price, Motilal Oswal maintained a Neutral stance, citing demand uncertainties despite raising earnings estimates and growth expectations.

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Sensex gains 400 points, Nifty above 23,600; IndiGo, Infosys, Asian Paints among top gainers

Indian stock markets bounced back on Monday. The Sensex and Nifty saw gains of 0.5 percent each. This recovery followed a significant drop in the previous trading session. IndiGo shares led the gains, surging over 4.5 percent after their Q4 results. Broader markets also opened positively, with midcap and smallcap…

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Buy financials, healthcare, and manufactured exports; Pramod Gubbi on investing in a tricky market

India's Q4 earnings show recovery signs, with Nifty 100 profits up 13%. However, macro headwinds like rising crude oil prices and a depreciating rupee pose risks. Marcellus Investment Managers identifies three key themes for investors: private sector financials, healthcare, and manufactured exports, highlighting their compelling valuations and structural growth prospects…

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India's paint industry remains optimistic on growth despite crude volatility, pricing pressures and competition

India's paint industry is experiencing a demand surge in both cities and villages. Leading companies anticipate strong volume growth in FY27. Manufacturers are implementing calculated price increases to manage rising input costs. Geopolitical factors and currency fluctuations remain key concerns. Companies are closely monitoring crude oil prices and forex for…

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Berger Paints looks to strengthen presence in Uttar Pradesh

Berger Paints is set to boost its presence in Uttar Pradesh's smaller towns and rural areas. The company aims to deepen its reach across eastern and western parts of the state. With a network of over 6,000 dealers, Berger Paints is enhancing its ground-level presence. Uttar Pradesh is a key…

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Asian Paints' board announces Rs 23/share dividend, sets June 23 as record date

Asian Paints Dividend: The company has fixed June 23, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholders eligible to receive the final dividend. Including the interim dividend of Rs 4.50 per share declared in November 2025, the total dividend payout for FY26 stands at Rs 27.50 per equity share.

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Asian Paints Q4 Results: Net profit surges 69% YoY to Rs 1,172 crore, revenue rises 11%

Asian Paints announced strong Q4 FY26 results. Net profit surged 69% to Rs 1,172 crore. Revenue from operations grew 11% to Rs 9,228.46 crore. The company also declared a final dividend of Rs 23 per share. For the full year FY26, net profit rose 18% to Rs 4,325.35 crore. Management…

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Bullish Bets: Vinit Bolinjkar maps out India’s next big market winners

Indian equities are seeing stock-specific action. Market expert Vinit Bolinjkar is bullish on select banking, power, defence, and industrial companies. He highlights mid-sized banks like Yes Bank, RBL Bank, and Bandhan Bank. Cummins India is seen as a long-term compounder. Coal India offers yield and growth. Adani Green and Adani…

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