US-India partnership vital for global security: Gor holds talks with Doval

Kay Jay Forgings and Polite Powertech have secured Sebi approval to launch their IPOs. Kay Jay plans to raise Rs 300 crore through a fresh issue along with a Rs 60 crore offer for sale, while Polite Powertech aims to fund working capital and business expansion through its public issue.

SBI shares gained 1.55% after the lender reported a 10% YoY rise in Q1 FY27 standalone net profit to Rs 21,121 crore, beating Street estimates. Net interest income rose 15% to Rs 46,992 crore, while operating profit increased 10%. Domestic NIM improved to 3%, while whole-bank NIM rose 5 bps sequentially to 2.86%.

ICICI Securities has initiated coverage on Vedanta Aluminium Metal (VAML) with a ‘Buy’ rating and a target price of Rs 520, implying over 19% upside. The brokerage expects strong earnings growth, driven by favourable aluminium prices, higher volumes, backward integration and lower costs. It also sees robust cash generation, debt reduction and long-term expansion supporting…