IPO-bound Ecom Express focuses on cost rationalisation to enhance margins

Ecom Express, India’s leading e-commerce logistics provider, is focused on cost rationalisation to boost margins ahead of its Rs 2,600 crore IPO, sources told CNBC-TV18.

Ecom Express, India’s leading e-commerce logistics provider, is focused on cost rationalisation to boost margins ahead of its Rs 2,600 crore IPO, sources told CNBC-TV18.

LTIMindtree reported a 7.7% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit for Q2 FY25, reaching ₹1,251 crore. The firm also announced significant deal wins and a ₹20 interim dividend per equity share.

Shares of Tata Communications Ltd ended at ₹1,814.95, down by ₹105.90, or 5.51% on the BSE.

Shares of Polycab India Ltd ended at ₹7,102.20, down by ₹80.20, or 1.12% on the BSE.

Dhanlaxmi Bank posted a net profit of ₹25.8 crore for Q2 FY25, marking an 11.4% year-on-year increase. Shares rose nearly 6% following the earnings announcement, closing at ₹37.19, up 3.36%.

Zomato Ltd’s board will assess QIP fundraising and announce second quarter results on October 22, followed by an earnings call amid heightened market competition in quick commerce.
Wipro’s large deal bookings during the September quarter stood at $1.5 billion, the highest in 10 quarters.

The three-year and five-year average returns stand at 16.93% and 13.59%, respectively. LIC MF Gold ETF leads with returns of 29.97% (1-year), 17.47% (3-year), and 13.87% (5-year).

Karur Vysya Bank posted a significant rise in net profit for Q2 FY25, achieving ₹473.60 crore, up 25.1% from last year. With enhanced asset quality and profitability, the bank remains well-positioned for future growth.

The record date for the said dividend has been fixed as October 29, 2024. The dividend will be paid on November 8, 2024.