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As the Q4 FY24 earnings season is going on, Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) analysts have recalibrated their projections for the Indian pharmaceutical sector, factoring in a spectrum of variables from monthly sales data to currency fluctuations. Notably, the sector continues to trade at valuations exceeding one standard deviation above its five-year average, largely propelled by the resilience of major players like Sun Pharma (NS:SUN), Cipla (NS:CIPL), and Divi’s Laboratories.

Liberty Energy (ticker: LBRT) has reported strong financial performance in the first quarter of 2024, with revenue reaching $1.1 billion and adjusted EBITDA standing at $245 million.

First Industrial Realty Trust (NYSE: NYSE:FR), a leading player in the industrial real estate sector, has reported a strong performance in the first quarter of 2024. The company has successfully signed two major development leases and is making notable progress on its 2024 renewals. With a disciplined industrial market, First Industrial Realty Trust has seen a significant cash rental rate increase and is on track to meet its full-year sales guidance. Adjustments to same-store leasing assumptions have been made in light of economic uncertainty. The company has also provided an updated outlook for funds from operations (FFO) and expects solid growth in same-store net operating income (NOI).

In the first quarter of 2024, Sands Corporation (LVS) reported strong financial performance, bolstered by the continued growth of the Macao gaming market, which has reached $28 billion in annualized revenue. The company is optimistic about the market\’s future, projecting growth to $30 billion and beyond. With substantial investments in Macao and Singapore, Sands has positioned itself for industry-leading returns and captured high-value tourism. Despite ongoing renovations, the company achieved solid results, including a record EBITDA of $597 million in Singapore, and has increased its ownership interest in Sands China (OTC:SCHYY) to approximately 71%.

Mercantile Bank Corporation (NASDAQ:MBWM) announced strong financial outcomes for the first quarter of 2024, with earnings of $1.34 per share and revenues of $58.2 million. The bank declared a cash dividend of $0.35 per share, while emphasizing growth in core local deposits, asset quality, and a solid commercial loan pipeline.

Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:BAC) delivered a robust financial performance in the first quarter, with net income reaching $6.7 billion and earnings per share (EPS) at $0.76, despite a $0.07 reduction due to an FDIC special assessment expense.

Goldman Sachs (GS) has delivered strong first-quarter results for 2024, with net revenues reaching $14.2 billion and net earnings of $4.1 billion. The company\’s Global Banking & Markets segment was a significant contributor, generating $9.7 billion in revenues, thanks to notable performances in advisory, equity underwriting, and debt underwriting.