Key Stocks to Watch: Bajaj Auto, Paytm, L&T, and More Amid Market Fluctuations
Stocks to watch: Bajaj Auto, Paytm, L&T, Marico among 10 shares in focus today
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On May 5, the Indian stock market closed lower, with the Sensex dropping by 251.61 points. Key stocks to watch include Bajaj Auto, Paytm, and Larsen & Toubro, which reported a 3% decline in net profit. Analysts predict a positive opening on May 6, supported by global cues.
- 01The Sensex fell by 251.61 points to close at 77,017.79.
- 02Larsen & Toubro reported a 3% year-on-year decline in net profit for Q4.
- 03Marico announced a final dividend of ₹4 per equity share for FY26.
- 04Poonwalla Fincorp's profit after tax increased by 70% sequentially.
- 05The Nifty 50 is expected to open positively, influenced by global market trends.
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On May 5, the Indian stock market experienced a downturn, with the Sensex declining by 251.61 points to close at 77,017.79 and the Nifty 50 dropping 86.50 points to settle at 24,032.80. Despite this, analysts anticipate a positive opening on May 6, buoyed by favorable global cues and a strong performance on Wall Street. Key stocks to monitor include Bajaj Auto, Meesho, and Paytm, as they are set to announce their Q4 results. Engineering and construction firm Larsen & Toubro (L&T) reported a 3% year-on-year decrease in consolidated net profit, amounting to ₹5,326 crore for the fourth quarter. Marico, a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company, showed strong volume growth in its domestic market, proposing a final dividend of ₹4 per equity share for FY26. Poonwalla Fincorp also saw a significant increase in profit after tax, rising to ₹255 crore, a 70% sequential growth. Other notable mentions include KEC International, which secured new orders worth ₹1,002 crore, and Biocon, where Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw announced her niece as her successor, indicating a gradual leadership transition.
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Investors and shareholders will be closely watching the quarterly results, which may influence stock prices and investment decisions.
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