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Coca-Cola CFO John Murphy said the recent Diet Coke shortage in India was a "wonderful problem to have" because it showed increased demand. Although the company lost market share in the second quarter, India remains an attractive market. Higher aluminium costs and supply gaps caused the recent product shortage.
VBL shares bounced back after Q2CY26 results showed mixed performance. While consolidated revenue rose 20% to ₹8,451 crore, India volume growth hit only 14.4% due to bad weather. International operations grew 38.4%, but rising competition and higher costs left many investors wondering if the company’s growth trajectory has finally slowed down.
India wasted 11% of its solar power during the record summer demand this year. The grid failed to absorb over 8 billion kilowatt-hours from April to June. Shripad Yesso Naik said curtailments were ordered to ensure “reliable and secure operation of the grid.” This situation now threatens renewable energy developer earnings.
Xtranet Technologies shares will make their stock market debut on Thursday, 30 July, on the BSE and NSE. The IPO got a healthy response, subscribed 12.24 times overall. With a grey market premium of ₹10.5 per share, the stock is expected to list at ₹137.5, showing an 8.27% premium.
Fifteen midcap stocks soared up to 98% in a year despite the Nifty50 falling 3%. While the broader index showed modest growth, these specific shares became top wealth creators. Investors now look at how many FII and MF holdings got adjusted in these high-performing stocks during the June 2026 quarter.
Jefferies issued six 'Buy' recommendations for Indian stocks following the June quarter earnings season. The brokerage expects upside potential between 19% and 35% for companies like Coal India, Bharti Airtel, and Coforge. Jefferies said, "Each company is well placed to deliver healthy earnings growth over the medium term" for investors.
Bajaj Finance will report its financial results for the April-June period on Thursday, July 30. Analysts expect a 22 per cent jump in net profit and interest income. The company also showed strong growth in assets and new loans, as its customer franchise reached 124.43 million by June 30.
Eicher Motors reported record revenue of Rs 234.08 bn in FY26, showing a 24% growth. The company sold over 1.2 m motorcycles, as many Indians now prefer premium brands over basic needs. This shift toward discretionary spending helped the firm reach a record 29.14% return on equity for the year.
Many salaried employees wonder if they should build retirement savings through the Employees' Provident Fund or mutual funds. EPF is a mandatory social security scheme with tax benefits and pension support. Mutual funds are voluntary market-linked investments. While EPF ensures disciplined savings, mutual funds offer potential for higher long-term gains.
SoftBank-backed OfBusiness reported a 7% fall in FY26 revenue to Rs 20,645 crore, while net profit rose 21% to Rs 724 crore. The company improved margins and generated positive free cash flow. Meanwhile, its proposed $750 million to $1 billion initial public offering remains deferred as the firm focuses on growth.
Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care shares fell 5.5% on Wednesday, July 29, after the company reported a 34.3% drop in quarterly profit. Sales also fell 5% to ₹901 crore. Managing Director Kumar Venkatasubramanian said, "We continue to invest strategically behind our brands, innovation and market capabilities."