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Occupiers across major markets in India willing to pay higher rentals for quality office supply

Occupiers across major markets in India willing to pay higher rentals for quality office supply

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Ø  Superior quality new office spaces command up to 20% higher rental premium over average quoted rentals in select premium micro markets Ø  GCCs drive India office space demand, with 37% share in overall leasing activity of Q1 2024 INDIA, 9th May 2024  – Despite a cost-conscious mindset, occupiers across the Asia Pacific region are willing to pay higher rentals for superior quality offices, particularly in locations which facilitate talent acquisition, according to Colliers’ latest edition of Expert Insights | Asia Pacific Office Markets April 2024.  The report highlights the rising priority of APAC business leaders across industries to optimise resources, maximise savings and drive growth as they navigate a dynamic business landscape in 2024. India's top office markets too have ...
RAK Ceramics Announces Q1 2024 Financial Results

RAK Ceramics Announces Q1 2024 Financial Results

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May 2024 Group revenue: Experienced a decline of 11.4% to AED 781.6 million in Q1 2024, owing to ongoing geopolitical challenges and market conditions in core markets except the UAE market.  Gross profit margin: Robust improvement of 70bps year-on-year to reach 39.3% for Q1 2024, on account of production efficiencies, lower gas prices in the UAE and improved sales of premium and differentiated products.  EBITDA performance: Year-on-year decrease of 3.9% in Q1 2024 to reach AED 151.0 million, accompanied by notable margin growth of 150bps at 19.3%.  Net profit after tax: Q1 2024 net profit decreased 21.5% year-on-year to reach AED 62.9 million, with net profit margin decreasing to 8.0% compared to 9.1% in Q1 2023.  Financial health: Net debt decreased by AED 54.3 million in Marc...
Thermax Group posts consistent quarterly and annual growth in revenue and net profit

Thermax Group posts consistent quarterly and annual growth in revenue and net profit

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For FY ‘24, operating revenue increased by 15% and PAT surged by 43% Pune: May 10, 2024 Thermax, a leading provider of energy and environment solutions and a trusted partner in energy transition, reported its results for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2024. The company recorded a consolidated operating revenue of Rs. 2,764 crore in the fourth quarter of FY 2023-24, 20% higher as compared to Rs. 2,311 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. The Company’s consolidated profit after tax (PAT) stood at Rs. 188 crore (Rs. 156 crore), an increase of 20% over the corresponding quarter of FY 2022-23. The order balance for the quarter was Rs. 10,111 crore (Rs. 9,752 crore), up by 4% from the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. The order booking for t...
Key Order Wins in Renewables and Grid Systems reflect L&T’s dominance in Clean Energy Space

Key Order Wins in Renewables and Grid Systems reflect L&T’s dominance in Clean Energy Space

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Mumbai, May 08, 2024 : The Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) business of Larsen & Toubro has won multiple orders in India and abroad which stand testimony to its dominant position in the region’s clean energy space. The business has bagged orders to establish two Floating Solar Plants in India. The orders comprise a cumulative floating solar capacity of more than 150 MWac, in addition to a ground-mounted Solar PV of 120 MWac capacity. Floating Solar projects involve mounting solar modules on structures that float in a water body, typically a reservoir/ lake/ abandoned quarry. Compared to ground-mounted solar plants, floating solar plants do not require land acquisition and typically involve less civil works. There are other site-specific merits too, besid...

“We are building futuristic digital solutions by integrating technology across all our customer touchpoints-Ms. Kavita Jagtiani, Chief Marketing Officer, L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF)

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L&T Finance Ltd. unveils TV commercials for the launch of ‘The Complete Home Loan’ Also launches its sonic brand identity with a musical logo https://youtu.be/TIbMt8NnCCQ Mumbai/Delhi, May 07, 2024: L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading retail financiers, introduces its latest TV commercials, set to revolutionise the way people perceive home loans. Titled ‘The Complete Home Loan’, the TV commercials combine witty humour with relatable scenarios to create situations that are entertaining as well as informative, with the tagline, ‘Kum Nahi, Complete.’ The Company has launched a series of three TV commercials, with first commercial introducing the customers to ‘Home Décor Finance’ and the second and third introducing the customers to benefits such as ‘Digitized Pro...
Indegene IPO to open on May 6,2024

Indegene IPO to open on May 6,2024

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BENGALURU INDIA 2 MAY 2024 The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Indegene Limited is going to hit the Indian primary market on 6th May 2024 i.e. on Monday next week.The bidding period will extend for three days, concluding on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. The company, which provides digital services to the life science industry, recently declared the Indegene IPO price band at ₹430 to ₹452 per equity share The proceeds from the fresh issue of equity shares are said to be utilized for the repayment and prepayment of indebtedness of one of its principal subsidiaries, ILSL Holdings Inc, and for meeting capital expenditure requirements of Indegene Inc, another key subsidiary of the company.Additionally, the funds will also be used towards general corporate purposes and inorganic growth. ...
Technology Firm I Square Tek Sets Up India Offshore Development Centre for HPE Aruba Networking in Bengaluru

Technology Firm I Square Tek Sets Up India Offshore Development Centre for HPE Aruba Networking in Bengaluru

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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Apr 29, 2024 16:30 IST The Offshore Development Centre will run global network support operations and cyber security services for HPE Aruba Networking.​ I Square Tek has Sony, HPE Aruba Networking, Mahindra Comviva, Lumen Technologies, Tata Communication among others as its clients. Bengaluru-based technology firm I Square Tek opened the India Offshore Development Centre for Hewlett Packard Enterprise Aruba Networking in Bengaluru on Sunday. Mr Prathap Rajendra and Ms Arunone Theer Shal from HPE Aruba Networking inaugurating the new ODC facility of I Square Tek in Bengaluru The Offshore Development Centre (ODC) of I Square Tek will provide 24x7 support for global Enterprise customers. I Square Tek is an emerging leader in Network...
Transforming Real Estate Finance: Tata Capital Introduces Cutting-Edge Home Loan Options for 2024

Transforming Real Estate Finance: Tata Capital Introduces Cutting-Edge Home Loan Options for 2024

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Tata Capital redefines real estate finance in 2024 with its cutting-edge home loan options, making home ownership more convenient and affordable. Mumbai, Maharashtra, India:  Whether it's buying a new or under-construction property or land or building a house, having a place to call home can be one of life's most cherished milestones. Securing a home loan is a convenient way to turn this homeownership dream into reality. However, getting a home loan typically involves extensive paperwork and a lengthy process. Tata Capital is transforming the home loan process in 2024 with its cutting-edge solutions, offering quick processing, instant approvals, and a seamless borrowing experience. Tata Capital Home Loan Solutions Tata Capital helps borrowers realise their homeownership drea...

Vestian: Domestic investors dominated institutional investments in Q1 2024 (Jan-March)

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New Delhi, 13th April 2024: Q1 2024 reported institutional investments of USD 552 Mn, registering a decline of 55% on year and 27% on quarter. This steep fall could be attributed to the cautious approach of foreign investors amid global macroeconomic uncertainty. On the other hand, domestic investors showcased resilience and accounted for 98% of the total institutional investments received in the current quarter. Although the share has increased from 36% a year earlier, investments in value terms increased by only 21%. Domestic investors invested around USD 541 Mn across multiple deals during Q1 2024. Investor Type Value (USD Mn) % Change % Share Q1 2023 Q4 2023 Q1 2024 Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023 Q1 2024 vs Q4 2023 Q1 2023 Q4 2023 Q1 2024 Foreign 791.4 299.8 11 -9...

Indian real estate expected to reach US$ 1.5 tn by 2034; driving 10.5% of economic output: Knight Frank India – CII Report

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India’s GDP has the potential to reach US$ 10.3 tn by 2034 Urban cities in India will require 78 mn new homes between 2024-34 Upcoming demand could lead to USD 906 bn worth of new homes in by 2034 New Delhi, April 12, 2024: In its latest report titled ‘Indian Real Estate: A Decade from Now’, Knight Frank India, a leading real estate consultancy in the country, in association with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), has projected that the value of the Indian real estate sector will reach an estimated USD 1.5 trillion by 2034, constituting 10.5% of the total economic output by then. In 2023, the sector's market size was approximately USD 482 billion, contributing 7.3% to the total economic output. The residential market is expected to lead with a value of US$ 906 bill...