Manappuram Finance Limited has been in focus on Tuesday. On February 18, 2025, Manappuram share price opened at ₹191.63, down from its previous close of ₹193.29. At 10:53 AM, the share price of Manappuram was trading at ₹192.07, down by 0.63% on the NSE.

NSE F&O Ban List on February 18, 2025

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) placed Deepak Nitrite Ltd and Manappuram Finance Ltd under the Futures and Options (F&O) ban on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. This action was taken as both stocks exceeded 95% of the market-wide position limit (MWPL).

Despite the ban in the F&O segment, these stocks will still be available for trading in the cash market. The NSE regularly updates the list of securities under the F&O ban based on their trading activity and position limits.

According to NSE, “All clients/members shall trade in the derivative contracts of said security only to decrease their positions through offsetting positions. Any increase in open positions shall attract appropriate penal and disciplinary action.”

The NSE monitors MWPL to ensure market stability and prevent excessive speculation. Traders are advised to keep track of the daily F&O ban list to manage their positions effectively. The exchange will review the status of these stocks and update the ban list accordingly in the coming sessions.

No new positions are allowed when the stock exchanges place F&O contracts in a particular stock in the ban period.

 

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PTC Industries Limited announced financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024.

On February 18, 2025, PTC Industries share price opened at ₹11,949.95, up from its previous close of ₹11,927.35. However, at 9:53 AM, the share price of PTC Industries was trading at ₹11,275.05, down by 5.47% on the NSE.

Q3 FY25 Financial Highlights

For Q3 FY25, the company recorded a total income of ₹771.1 million, reflecting a 30.6% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to ₹590.6 million in Q3 FY24.

EBITDA stood at ₹254.5 million, up from ₹189.7 million in the same quarter last year, with an EBITDA margin of 34.2%.

The company’s profit after tax (PAT) surged to ₹142.4 million, a 76.2% YoY growth from ₹80.8 million in Q3 FY24.

9M Ended FY25 Financial Highlights

For the nine months ending FY25, total income stood at ₹2,084.1 million, marking a 7.6% YoY increase from ₹1,937.6 million in 9M FY24.

EBITDA for 9M FY25 was ₹688.0 million, up 14.5% YoY from ₹600.8 million, with an EBITDA margin of 33.0%, improving from 31.0% in 9M FY24. PAT stood at ₹364.5 million, registering a 32.5% YoY growth compared to ₹275.0 million in the previous year.

Commenting on the performance, the Chairman and Managing Director, Mr Sachin Agarwal, said, “This quarter has been noteworthy for us. We commissioned India’s first Vacuum Arc Remelting furnace, a landmark achievement that brought us into a prestigious league of global Titanium alloy producers and enhanced India’s self-reliance in the defence and aerospace industry. Our strategic acquisition of Trac Precision Solutions has been a game-changer, seamlessly integrating with our vision and expanding our capabilities in the high-precision components sector. The synergy between Trac’s expertise and our advanced alloy and casting technologies shows our commitment towards excellence and innovation.”

He further added, “Overall, it has been a quarter of strategic advancements, technological breakthroughs, and team enhancement. I am confident that the momentum we have built will drive us to greater heights going ahead.”

 

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ABB India Limited has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter (Q4) and the full year CY2024.

On February 18, 2025, ABB India share price opened at ₹5,440.00, up from its previous close of ₹5,241.90. At 9:47 AM, the share price of ABB was trading at ₹5,471.05, up by 4.37% on the NSE.

Revenue and Growth Drivers

For Q4 CY2024, ABB India reported revenue of ₹3,365 crore, while full-year revenue reached a record ₹12,188 crore. The company stated that this growth was driven by the seamless execution of a strong order backlog, a well-balanced revenue mix, and optimal capacity utilisation.

The Electrification business led the quarterly growth, benefiting from the successful execution of data centre orders, demand from EPC customers, and export markets within the Distribution Solutions division. The Robotics segment capitalised on opportunities in the electronics and automotive sectors, while the Motion business contributed through traction drives and converters. Meanwhile, Process Automation remained stable for the quarter.

Profitability and Operational Efficiency

The company’s profit before tax (PBT), before exceptional items and one-offs, stood at ₹705 crore for Q4, reflecting a 55% year-on-year (YoY) increase. For CY2024, PBT surged to ₹2,513 crore, up 51% YoY, indicating strong operational efficiencies and higher price realisation.

ABB India’s profit after tax (PAT) stood at ₹532 crore for Q4, reflecting a 54% YoY growth, while full-year PAT reached ₹1,875 crore, marking a 50% YoY increase.

Orders and Market Performance

Total orders for Q4 CY2024 stood at ₹2,695 crore, while full-year orders reached ₹13,079 crore. Base orders for the quarter grew by 4%, but total orders declined by 14% due to the impact of a one-time large order in Motion and Process Automation in Q4 CY2023.

However, for CY2024, large orders grew by 20%, and total orders increased by 5%, driven by strong demand in sectors such as data centres and railways.

Commenting on the company’s performance, the Managing Director of ABB India, Sanjeev Sharma, said, “2024 has been another year of record high orders, revenue, and margins. This year, ABB India celebrates 75 years of manufacturing and Innovation in India, with an exhaustive production footprint, deep customer installed base and solid local supply chain. I am proud of the ABB India team who have consistently delivered between 16% and 20% CAGR of top and bottom-line growth for the last five years through multiple capex cycles and geopolitical shifts.”

He further added, “Our relentless customer centricity enables us to grow alongside our partners. We follow a “local for local” strategy with a diversified portfolio deployed in multiple, diversified customer segments. We stay prepared to navigate pockets of opportunities as they arise in India’s vibrant and broadening market base. Our growth areas are well-balanced between core segments that follow capex cycles, emerging segments growing rapidly on a smaller base and steady growth segments to deliver consistent performance.”

 

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Gillette India Limited’s Board of Directors has declared and approved an interim dividend of ₹65 per equity share of a face value of ₹10 each.

On February 17, 2025, Gillette India share price opened at ₹7,569.95 and closed at ₹7,460.00, down by 1.55%. The stock price touched its day’s low at ₹7,411.65.

Gillette India Dividend Record Date

In their meeting held on February 10, 2025, the company’s Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of ₹65 per equity share (face value of ₹10 each) for the financial year 2024-25. The dividend will be paid on or before March 7, 2025. As previously stated in the letter dated January 31, 2025, the record date for determining shareholder eligibility for this interim dividend is February 19, 2025.

Q3 FY 2025 Financial Highlights

The company achieved growth in Q3 FY 2025, with sales reaching ₹686 crore, reflecting a 7% increase year-on-year. Profit After Tax (PAT) stood at ₹126 crore, marking a 21% rise compared to the previous year. The company stated that this performance was driven by strong brand fundamentals within its strategic portfolio, positive consumer response to innovation, and exceptional retail execution.

About Gillette India Ltd

Gillette India Limited (GIL) is a prominent FMCG company in India, known for its globally recognized brands, including Gillette, Oral-B, Venus, and Braun. The company has built a strong reputation for offering high-quality products that cater to consumer needs.

 

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On February 17, 2025, BSE Sensex closed at 75,996.86 up by 0.08%, while Nifty50 rose by 0.13% to 22,959.50. Stocks like Zen Technologies and PTC Industries hit circuit limits, reflecting significant price movements. Check out the full list of stocks hitting circuits today.

Stocks That Hit Lower Circuit on February 17, 2025

Stocks That Hit Upper Circuit on February 17, 2025

Overview of Companies Hit Circuits Today

• Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores

Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores saw a significant rise in its stock price, rising by 20% to close at ₹414.60. The stock opened at ₹380.00 and reached a high of ₹414.60.

• Indian Hume Pipe Company

Indian Hume Pipe Company experienced a notable growth in its stock price, rising by 17.24% to close at ₹340.00. The stock opened at ₹286.00 and touched a high of ₹348.00.

• Zen Technologies

Zen Technologies saw its stock price drop by 20% to close at ₹1,080.00. The stock opened at ₹1,206.00 and dropped to ₹1,080.00 at the low of the day.

• Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services

Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services saw a decrease in its stock price, dropping by 0.40% to close at ₹345.75. The stock opened at ₹342.00 and dropped to a low of ₹329.80.

• PTC Industries

PTC Industries experienced a drop in its stock price, dropping by 8.70% to close at ₹11,945.00. The stock opened at ₹13,020.00 and reached a low of ₹11,775.05.

 

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Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL) announced their financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024.

On February 17, 2025, MTNL share price opened at ₹46.00, almost the same as its previous close of ₹46.84. At 10:31 AM, the share price of MTNL was trading at ₹47.98, up by 2.43% on the NSE.

Q3 FY 2025 Financial Highlights

The company’s total income for Q3 FY25 was ₹339.40 crore, a slight increase from ₹326.51 crore in the previous quarter (Q2 FY25) and slightly higher than ₹335.10 crore reported in Q3 FY24. For the nine-month period ending December 31, 2024, total income stood at ₹1,048.26 crore, up from ₹1,019.56 crore in the same period of the previous year.

Despite the increase in income, MTNL reported a loss for the period. The company posted a loss of ₹836.07 crore for Q3 FY25, an improvement from the ₹890.28 crore loss in Q2 FY25 and ₹839.03 crore loss in Q3 FY24. For the nine months ending December 31, 2024, MTNL’s loss amounted to ₹2,499.81 crore, a slight increase from the ₹2,483.78 crore loss recorded in the same period of the previous year.

About Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited

Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited is a telecommunications service provider established as a public sector undertaking in 1986. The company was created to deliver world-class telecom services to customers in Delhi, including the NCR, and Mumbai, including the Thane district. MTNL’s mission was to offer high-quality telecom services at affordable rates. In recognition of its performance and contribution, MTNL was granted Navratna status in 1997.

 

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Deepak Nitrite Limited has been in focus on Monday. On February 17, 2025, Deepak Nitrite share price (NSE: DEEPAKNTR) opened at ₹1,886.00, down from its previous close of ₹1,900.50. At 11:28 AM, the share price of Deepak Nitrite was trading at ₹1,918.60, up by 0.95% on the NSE. Notably, the stock price touched its 52-week low today at ₹1,809.95.

The company announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. Post the announcement, on February 14, 2025, Deepak Nitrite share price opened at ₹2,050.10, and touched the day’s low at ₹1,872.30.

Q3 FY 2025 Financial Highlights

In Q3 FY25, the company reported a total income of ₹1,924 crore, marking a 5% decline year-on-year (YoY) and a 6% drop quarter-on-quarter (QoQ). The EBITDA for the quarter stood at ₹190 crore, reflecting a 40% YoY decrease and a 41% decline compared to the previous quarter.

Profit before tax (PBT) for Q3 FY25 was ₹135 crore, showing a 51% YoY fall and a 49% QoQ decrease.

For the nine months ending FY25, total income amounted to ₹6,163 crore, up by 10% YoY, while EBITDA stood at ₹836 crore, reflecting a 5% YoY decline. The company’s PBT for the 9M period was ₹674 crore, down 10% YoY.

Management Commentary

Commenting on the performance for Q3 & 9M FY25, the Chairman & Managing Director, Mr Deepak C. Mehta stated, “New products in the Group including upstream products like nitric acid and downstream products like MIBK, MIBC should be coming into operations in the next few months. In the meantime, our long-term plan for the polymer business is rapidly taking shape. Having entered into long-term agreements for pipeline supply of critical feedstock and contracted to acquire German assets for the final product viz polycarbonate resins, we are actively working to complete the entire value chain.”

He further added, “India continues to import almost 300kta of polycarbonate resin. Deepak will be producing about 160kta in the first phase. All our projects are targeted to be completed by the end of FY 2028. Overall, we remain committed to investing in strategic growth initiatives, including new product development and targeted market expansion, to ensure long-term value creation for our shareholders.”

 

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank has been gaining attention on Monday. On February 17, 2025, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank share price (NSE: UJJIVANSFB) opened at ₹33.19, almost the same as its previous close of ₹33.41.

At 11:43 AM, the share price of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank was trading at ₹32.12, up by 3.86% on the NSE. Notably, the stock price touched its 52-week low recently on January 28, 2025, at ₹30.88.

RBI Imposes ₹6.70 Lakh Penalty

On Friday, post the market hours, the company informed the exchanges that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹6.70 lakh on Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited for non-compliance with specific directions related to ‘Loans and Advances – Statutory and Other Restrictions.’

The penalty was imposed following a statutory inspection by the RBI, which evaluated the bank’s financial position as of March 31, 2023. The inspection revealed that Ujjivan Small Finance Bank had failed to adhere to certain regulatory guidelines regarding the issuance of loan agreements.

The company stated that the penalty was levied under Section 47A(1)(c) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, with reference to non-compliance of RBI’s directions. The RBI’s supervisory findings highlighted that the bank had not issued loan agreements to certain borrowers at the time of loan sanction and disbursement, thus violating prescribed norms.

In response, the RBI had issued a show-cause notice to the bank, advising them to explain why a penalty should not be imposed. After considering the bank’s reply, supplementary submissions, and oral presentations made during the personal hearing, the RBI concluded that the failure to issue loan agreements warranted the imposition of a monetary penalty.

The company also added that this penalty relates solely to the bank’s non-compliance with regulatory guidelines and does not impact the validity of any transactions or agreements made between the bank and its customers. The RBI’s action is part of its broader efforts to ensure that financial institutions maintain compliance with regulatory standards and adhere to sound banking practices.

The imposition of this penalty also serves as a reminder to other financial institutions to follow RBI guidelines and adhere to the regulatory framework, with further actions possible if necessary.

 

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