HCL Tech shares rise 3% after signing 7-year deal with Guardian Life Insurance

HCLTech shares rose 3% after the IT major announced a seven-year deal with The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America to expand their strategic partnership. Under the agreement, HCLTech will drive AI-led modernisation across Guardian’s technology and operations, helping improve efficiency, accelerate value creation, reduce operational friction, and develop AI-powered solutions for the insurance industry.

RIL investors lose Rs 3.5 lakh crore this year. Can Q1 earnings bring the stock back to life?

Reliance Industries investors have lost significant wealth this year. The company’s stock has faced pressure due to various business segment concerns. Upcoming first-quarter earnings results are crucial for investor sentiment. Analysts expect steady performance driven by oil-to-chemicals and digital services. Positive results could lead to a stock price rally and improved valuation.