Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HUL), one of India's foremost FMCG giants, reported a 3.35% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit for Q4 FY25, amounting to Rs. 2,475 crore. Despite muted earnings, the company recorded modest volume and sales growth, with product revenue reaching Rs. 15,416 crore. Strategic initiatives, including acquisitions and divestitures, signal a portfolio shift aimed at long-term resilience. CEO Rohit Jawa expressed cautious optimism for fiscal recovery ahead, driven by market leadership and channel investments.

Gensol Engineering Ltd. is in the throes of a financial and reputational crisis, with its stock hitting consecutive lower circuits and plunging over 90% from its 52-week high. The collapse follows serious allegations of financial misconduct against company promoters Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi, who have been barred from the securities market by SEBI. Accused of misappropriating loan funds for personal use, the duo’s actions have sparked concerns over corporate governance.

India is on the cusp of securing its first bilateral trade agreement with the United States, potentially averting steep reciprocal tariffs under the Trump administration’s hardline trade policy. As a 26% tariff pause nears expiration on July 8, both nations are accelerating negotiations. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has expressed optimism, citing India’s relatively moderate tariff structure, minimal non-tariff barriers, and low government subsidies.

Bajaj Housing Finance Ltd. witnessed a notable uptick in its stock value following the release of its March quarter results, signaling strong investor confidence in the company's growth trajectory. The firm reported a 54% year-over-year surge in net profit, underpinned by a sharp rise in housing loan disbursements and expanding net interest income. This financial performance sparked a nearly 4% increase in share prices on both the BSE and NSE.

Ericsson, the Swedish telecom giant, has announced its collaboration with VVDN Technologies, an Indian electronics manufacturing services company, to localize the production of its Antenna System (EAS) in India. By June 2025, Ericsson plans to fully localize its EAS passive antenna production for the Indian market. This strategic move is aimed at supporting India’s ambitious 5G rollout and enhancing Ericsson's capacity to meet evolving market demands. The expansion adds India to Ericsson’s global manufacturing footprint, which already includes facilities in Mexico, Romania, and China.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Pakistan to exclude Rs 1.1 trillion worth of provincially-mandated development projects from the federal development budget. This move is part of a broader effort to enhance fiscal discipline and ensure that provincial governments take full responsibility for their development initiatives, in line with the 18th amendment of Pakistan's constitution. The IMF's push aims to streamline federal expenditures and bolster provincial autonomy, as Pakistan continues to negotiate crucial economic reforms under its ongoing IMF loan program.

Tata Communications has posted a remarkable two-fold increase in its net profit, reaching Rs 761.17 crore for the March quarter, largely driven by one-off gains from the sale of land and stakes in associated businesses. The company’s revenue saw a modest growth of 6.34% to Rs 6,059 crore. Alongside strong profits, Tata Communications plans to ramp up its capital expenditure to over USD 300 million in FY26. Despite narrowing profit margins, the company aims to boost its pre-tax margins to 23-25% over the next two years.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its growth forecast for India, projecting a rate of 6.2% for 2025-26, down from the previously estimated 6.5%. This downward revision is attributed to escalating trade tensions and global uncertainties. Despite the slower-than-expected global recovery, India's economic outlook remains relatively stable, bolstered by private consumption, particularly in rural areas. However, the global growth forecast has also been lowered, with significant slowdowns expected in advanced economies and emerging markets, including China.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced a revised cut-off timing for mutual fund overnight schemes (MFOS) aimed at improving liquidity and efficiency in repurchase and redemption requests. Starting June 1, 2025, applications for redemption received up to 3 pm will be based on the previous day's Net Asset Value (NAV), while those received after 3 pm will be based on the next business day's NAV. The change ensures that stock brokers and clearing members have sufficient time to un-pledge units and process redemption requests post-market hours.