LIFE INSURANCE CORPORATION OF INDIA Q1 RESULTS
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 25%
Are you looking at the Nifty to figure out whether to be bullish or bearish? If yes, cast your eye back to the day last year when the big correction started. Did all stocks start falling only after September 26, 2024, the day the indices peaked? No. Several stocks across segments began declining much before that day. The lesson: Focus on companies where the broader picture of growth is intact. And let the Nifty do what it is doing. Focus on the management, a key driver of earnings. Also, because GST rationalisation will likely impact earnings in a positive way, it is probably a good time to keep scepticism aside, but with conditions.
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SpiceJet expects to restart ops of 10 grounded planes by April 2026
SpiceJet, grappling with financial difficulties, aims to revive its operations by restoring 10 grounded aircraft by April 2026, with some expected to be operational by early winter to meet peak demand. The airline reported a net loss of Rs 238 crore in the June quarter, impacted by a significant portion of its fleet being grounded.
SpiceJet shares fall 5% after airline reports Rs 234 crore net loss in Q1FY26
SpiceJet Share Price: SpiceJet reported a net loss of Rupees 234 crore in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. This is a reversal from last year's profit. Revenue also declined significantly. Geopolitical issues and aircraft delays impacted performance. Passenger revenue and load factor remained relatively stable. The airline's net worth improved due to financial restructuring.
GST removed from life, health insurance but how much will you gain?
No Goods and Services Tax means no additional cost on premiums. But the savings you see will hinge on how companies reprice policies.
Mcap of 7 of top-10 most-valued firms jumps Rs 1 lakh cr; Bajaj Finance, Reliance major gainers
The combined market valuation of seven of the top-10 most valued firms jumped Rs 1,06,250.95 crore last week, with Bajaj Finance and Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainers, in line with an optimistic trend in equities.
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SpiceJet Q1 Results: Airline slips into red with Rs 234 crore YoY loss, revenue falls 36%
SpiceJet faced a setback in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. The budget carrier announced a consolidated net loss of Rupees 234 crore. This contrasts with a net profit of Rupees 158 crore in the same period last year. Revenue from operations also declined significantly. It fell by 36 percent year-on-year, reaching Rupees 1,060 crore.
HDFC Life shares in focus as revised GST structure to kick in from September 22
HDFC Life shares: The insurer announced adoption of the revised GST structure on all insurance products from September 22, 2025. The company said the GST cut will make policies more affordable, boost demand, and aid long-term growth
State-run insurers likely to roll out zero-tax policies
India's state-run insurers are set to introduce zero-tax individual policies to broaden insurance coverage, following a government decision to exempt individual insurance purchases from GST. While this move aims to lower premiums, the unavailability of input tax credits may initially squeeze insurer profitability. Insurers are exploring cost-cutting measures to mitigate the impact and ensure the benefits reach consumers.
GST on insurance: Planning to delay premium payment after Sept 22 to get rate-cut benefit? Why it may not be a good idea
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has reduced insurance GST rates from 18% to zero. This change applies to policy renewals after September 22, 2025, and new policies. So if you are planning to delay your premium payment after the date, it may not be a good idea.
Omnichannel jewellery retailer Bluestone narrows Q1 loss as revenue rises 41%
For the Bengaluru-based company, which announced its first results after listing on the Indian bourses, total expenses during the quarter rose 29% to Rs 538.4 crore, led by a 51% jump in employee benefit costs to Rs 62.9 crore.
GST reforms: Life & health insurance to see 0% GST
The GST Council has eliminated the 18% tax on individual life and health insurance policies, aiming to boost affordability and coverage. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman expects companies to pass on the benefits to consumers. This move, effective for all individual policies and reinsurance, seeks to reverse the recent decline in insurance penetration across India.
GST overhaul lifts new-age stocks PB Fintech, Nykaa, FirstCry
The new regime has abolished tax on individual life and health insurance products sold by companies such as LIC, SBI Life Insurance and ICICI Prudential Life Insurance. This move is likely to boost premiums and customer adoption of such products.
Not all are winners in India's GST 2.O regime. These stocks are losing already
India’s GST overhaul introduces 5%, 18%, and 40% slabs, boosting consumption and aiding FMCG, auto, and insurance sectors. Coal, luxury goods, casinos, and energy drinks face higher taxes. While ITC and Godfrey Phillips benefit from reduced tax uncertainty, Delta Corp, Nazara, and premium auto firms may see near-term pressure.
Exemption of GST from life and health insurance premium to make products affordable: Insurers
The GST Council's landmark decision to exempt insurance premiums from GST is poised to revolutionize the insurance sector. Insurers hail this move as a game-changer, anticipating increased affordability and wider insurance penetration. This exemption, covering life and health insurance, aims to ease financial burdens and promote health security for citizens, potentially driving a shift towards accessible digital solutions.
GST 2.0: Biggest gainers and losers of the new tax regime
India has announced revised Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced GST cuts on many items. The changes will impact good from dairy items to cars. New rates take effect from September 22. Daily use items see lower taxes. Cars, TVs, and cement also get tax cuts. Apparel costing over 2,500 rupees will see a tax increase.
ICICI Pru, LIC, other insurance stocks rise up to 6% after GST council scraps tax on life, health policies
Insurance stocks: GST Council has scraped 18% tax on all individual life and health insurance policies, effective Sept 22, 2025. Relief extends to ULIPs, endowment, health plans, and reinsurance. GST on goods carriage third-party cover cut from 12% to 5%.
Axis Max Life partners with India Post Payments Bank for distribution of insurance products
Axis Max Life Insurance and India Post Payments Bank have collaborated to provide affordable life insurance in rural India, utilizing IPPB's extensive network. This partnership aims to reach Tier 3, Tier 4, and rural markets with tailored products like SWAG and Term Insurance Plans. The initiative supports financial inclusion and IRDAI's goal of 'Insurance for All by 2047'.
Insurers grab chunk of secured personal loans biz, rival banks
Insurance companies are increasingly competing with banks by offering secured personal loans to policyholders, totaling ₹1.35 lakh crore, comparable to bank loans against fixed deposits. These short-term loans, with rates from 8.50% to 10.5%, allow policyholders to access funds without surrendering their policies.
Bima Vistaar: New insurance product set to launch in rural India by December 2025
Bima Vistaar, a comprehensive insurance product covering life, health, and property for rural populations, is expected to launch by December 2025. All insurance companies will offer the product at a uniform price, providing a Rs 5 lakh cover per individual, aiming to increase insurance penetration in rural India.
These 9 banking stocks can give up to 32% returns in 1 year, according to analysts
When it comes to banking sector stocks, learn to deal with two opposite views on the street. Over the next few months, you will hear news of how bank margins have come under pressure. Ignore those headlines, Why? The fact is that, whenever the interest rate cycle turns down, there is a phase when banks see some margin compression. So it is a cyclical phenomenon, and does not change the macro story about why banks should be a part of your portfolio. And the macro story is that banks are the best play when it comes to the growth of the Indian economy.
Global debt inflows set to rise as India’s credit profile strengthens: LIC MF’s Pratik Shroff
India's sovereign rating upgrade is poised to attract stronger foreign capital inflows into its debt market, enhancing its risk profile and yield attractiveness. This shift could lead to broader inclusion in international bond indices, narrowing yield differentials with US Treasuries. Fixed income investors may benefit from increased demand for longer-duration sovereign bonds.
Is India's Q1 GDP growth overestimated? The surprise behind the better-than-expected 7.8% number
HSBC India warns that India’s June quarter GDP growth of 7.8% may be overstated due to low deflators, especially in services and manufacturing. Inflation adjustments risk inflating real growth. External pressures like US tariffs and GST revenue impacts pose further challenges. Economists emphasize cautious optimism and stress the need to monitor growth sustainability amid evolving fiscal and global dynamics.
LIC pays Rs 7,324 cr to Finance Minister as dividend for FY25
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on Friday said it has paid a dividend cheque of Rs 7,324.34 crore to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for the 2024-25 financial year.
Jio Financial AGM: Here are the top 5 takeaways and hints for RIL AGM
Jio Financial Services (JFS) revealed ambitious expansion plans at its AGM, showcasing significant growth in its lending business, with AUM surging to Rs 11,665 crore. Strategic partnerships with Allianz and BlackRock signal JFS's entry into insurance, asset management, and securities broking.
Rate cuts by RBI ease corporate debt burden, sectoral gains uneven: BoB Report
The Reserve Bank of India's interest rate cuts have lowered borrowing costs, boosting debt serviceability for companies, though benefits are uneven. A Bank of Baroda report indicates that while overall sales and profit growth have occurred, the crude oil and BFSI sectors significantly influence these trends.
India Inc earnings downgrade drought shows first signs of breaking: Will Q2 mark the bottom?
The earnings decline for Indian companies might be nearing its end. Q1 saw the smallest downgrade cycle in a year. Large companies are showing stability. Oil and Gas sector boosted overall growth. Construction materials and telecom sectors are performing well. Textiles and consumer durables are facing challenges. Rural consumption revival and potential RBI policy changes could aid growth.
These 8 banking stocks can give more than 30% returns in 1 year, according to analysts
On Tuesday, it was the banking sector which led the decline in the market. The overall decline was largely due to the street finally waking up to the fact that the additional 25% US tariff hike was inevitable. So, does it mean banking is the sector which is going to be hit the most? The answer is no. Financial services is probably one sector which will have the least direct impact of the US tariffs on its business. But when it comes to stocks, there is a relationship between what is happening and what might happen.
Life insurers raise policy value to keep life going
Life insurers in India, including LIC, HDFC Life, and SBI Life, are strategically increasing the minimum and average policy values to enhance persistency and reduce policy lapses. This shift is driven by the understanding that higher-value policies correlate with better renewal rates and financially stable customers.
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