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(Reuters) – Australian financial conglomerate Macquarie Group (OTC:MQBKY) said on Monday its banking and financial services unit will stop new car loans through direct, broker and novated lease channels in a bid to prioritise growth of home loan and deposit offerings.
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.
But hope is on the horizon. Profits for the Mag Seven – which also includes Apple, Amazon.com and Nvidia – are forecast to rise 38% in the first quarter from a year ago, dwarfing the overall S&P 500\’s 2.4% anticipated year-over-year earnings growth, according to Bloomberg Intelligence data.
By Roshan Abraham and Harshita Mary Varghese
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.
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) has reported a solid performance in the first quarter of 2024, with a 16% increase in procedure growth year-over-year. The growth was primarily driven by a rise in patient volume following the pandemic and was particularly strong in general surgery.
Pankaj Murarka discusses Tesla\’s entry into India, emphasizing its impact on the luxury electric vehicle market, global vendors, auto ancillary companies, and the growth of the Indian passenger vehicle market.
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: NYSE:MMC) has delivered robust financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with significant growth in underlying revenue across all business segments. The company reported a 9% increase in underlying revenue, an 11% rise in adjusted operating income, and a 14% growth in adjusted EPS. Additionally, Marsh McLennan completed $300 million in share repurchases and made strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position. The firm\’s insurance and reinsurance market conditions remained stable, with rate increases in primary insurance and reinsurance markets meeting the higher demand. Looking ahead, Marsh McLennan forecasts continued mid-single-digit or better underlying revenue growth, margin expansion, and strong adjusted EPS growth for the full year.
HDFC Bank Q4 Result Preview: HDFC Bank likely to post strong YoY net profit growth for March 2024 quarter, supported by treasury income gains. Earnings release is expected to reveal increased net interest income, deposit mobilization focus, and stable asset quality.
Nokia (HE:NOKIA) Corporation (NOK) reported a 19% decrease in net sales for the first quarter of 2024, attributing the decline to a challenging spending environment. Despite the downturn, the company experienced a positive trend in order intake, particularly in its Network Infrastructure business, and anticipates returning to growth for the full year.
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%.
Kinder Morgan , Inc. (NYSE:KMI) has announced a positive outlook in its recent Quarterly Earnings Conference Call, emphasizing the increasing demand for electric power and the significant role that natural gas and nuclear will play in meeting this demand.