Q2 Results Today, Oct 23: HUL, Colgate, Laurus Labs, Sagar Cements, Vardhman Textiles, More

Q2 Results Today: Stock market investors will be closely tracking the Indian stock market's first trading session in Samvat 2082 after Diwali Muhurat trading. Investors will be closely tracking the Q2 result announcement by FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Limited, Laurus Labs, Colgate Palmolive (India), Vardhman Textiles, and more.

Additionally, focus will be on geopolitical developments, crude oil price movements, and updates related to the US Fed rate announcement.

The Indian stock market performed well during the Diwali Muhurat trading session on Tuesday, October 21. BSE Sensex closed 62 points higher at 84,426 points, whereas Nifty 50 jumped nearly 25 points higher at 25,868 points. DIwali Muhurat trading saw an upward movement in small cap, and micro small cap stocks. Whereas, many large cap stocks including Cipla, Airtel, etc also showcased strong momentum.

"Market participants largely focused on large-cap stocks, with selective buying seen in banking, IT, and auto counters. However, some profit-booking in metals and FMCG capped overall gains. Broader market participation remained healthy, indicating a balanced undertone ahead of the new trading year," stated Vikram Kasat, Head - Advisory, PL Capital.

Q2 Result Today

Before the beginning of the stock market trading session today in the holiday-shortened week, here's a full list of companies set to announce their September quarterly earnings on Thursday, October 23.

HUL Q2 Result Today

Hindustan Unilever will announce its Q2 result for the financial year 2025-26 on Thursday, October 23. The FMCG major is expected to maintain a stable volume growth at around 2% on an annual basis. The company may also provide a positive outlook for the upcoming quarters as favourable factors like GST rate cut, festive season demand, etc are likely to push growth and sales.

Stock Market Outlook

The Indian stock market is likely to trade in the range-bound manner as investors continue to remain positive due to the ongoing festive season. Whereas, special focus will be on developments around US shutdown, US-China trade tensions, crude oil price movements, etc.

"Looking ahead, the long-term outlook for Indian equities remains constructive. In near term investors will keep an eye on upcoming earnings announcements, global interest rate trends, and crude oil price movements." explained Vikram Kasat, Head - Advisory, PL Capital.

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