Major Indian IT Firms Set Dates for Q2 Results Announcements; Kotak Mahindra Bank Shares Rise on Strong Q2 Growth

Several leading Indian IT companies have scheduled their board meetings to announce second quarter results. The announcements come as the sector prepares to share its performance amidst evolving market conditions.

Key Dates and Details

Company	Results Date	Board Meeting Date(s)	Additional Information
Tech Mahindra	October 14	October 13-14	-
Coforge	October 24	-	Considering second interim dividend
LTIMindtree	October 16	-	May declare interim dividend; Record date: October 24
Persistent Systems	October 14	October 13-14	-
Mphasis	October 30	-	Board meeting in New York

Corporate Governance and Investor Relations

In line with regulatory requirements and best practices in corporate governance, all the mentioned companies have implemented trading window restrictions for designated persons around their result announcements. This measure aims to prevent insider trading and ensure fair disclosure of information to all stakeholders.

Investor Engagement

To provide further insights into their financial performance and business outlook, these IT firms plan to hold earnings calls with analysts and investors following their results announcements. These calls typically offer an opportunity for market participants to gain deeper understanding of the company's strategies, challenges, and future prospects.

The IT sector's quarterly results are often viewed as indicators of broader economic trends, particularly in terms of global technology spending and outsourcing dynamics. As such, these announcements are likely to be closely watched by investors, industry analysts, and market observers for insights into the health of India's IT services industry and its global competitiveness.

Investors and stakeholders are advised to refer to the official communications from respective companies for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding their financial results and related corporate actions.

Kotak Mahindra Bank's Q2 Performance

In related financial news, Kotak Mahindra Bank shares gained 1.70% to Rs 2,138.00 following the release of provisional financial figures for the September quarter. The bank reported significant growth across key metrics:

Average total deposits grew 14.40% year-on-year to Rs 5,10,138.00 crore
Total deposits at quarter-end reached Rs 5,28,776.00 crore, a 14.60% annual increase
Average net advances increased 14.60% year-on-year to Rs 4,47,809.00 crore
Net advances at quarter-end stood at Rs 4,62,552.00 crore, reflecting 15.80% annual growth
CASA balances reached Rs 2,23,791.00 crore at quarter-end, up 11.20% from the previous year

ICICI Securities maintained a 'buy' rating on the stock, anticipating strong quarterly results. This positive performance by Kotak Mahindra Bank adds to the overall financial sector outlook as the earnings season approaches.

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-0.90%	-1.16%	+4.71%	+22.13%	+28.70%	+492.42%

Kotak Mahindra Bank, one of India's leading private sector banks, has reported significant growth in its key financial metrics for the quarter ending September 30. The bank's performance showcases strong momentum in both advances and deposits, despite facing challenges in profitability.

Advances and Deposits Show Impressive Growth

Kotak Mahindra Bank has demonstrated substantial growth in its loan book and deposit base:

Metric	Amount (₹ in Lakh Crore)	YoY Growth	QoQ Growth
Net Advances	4.62	15.80%	4.00%
Total Deposits	5.28	14.60%	3.10%
CASA Deposits	2.23	11.20%	-

The bank's net advances reached ₹4.62 lakh crore, marking a robust year-on-year increase of 15.80% and a sequential growth of 4.00%. This growth in the loan book indicates strong credit demand and the bank's ability to capitalize on market opportunities.

Total deposits also showed impressive growth, reaching ₹5.28 lakh crore, up 14.60% year-on-year and 3.10% sequentially. The Current Account Savings Account (CASA) deposits, a key indicator of a bank's low-cost funding, grew by 11.20% year-on-year to ₹2.23 lakh crore.

June Quarter Performance

While the recent growth numbers are encouraging, it's important to note the bank's performance in the June quarter:

Metric	Amount (₹ in Crore)	YoY Change
Net Profit	3,281.70	-57.50%
Net Interest Income	7,249.00	6.10%
Gross NPAs	6,637.70	-

The bank reported a net profit of ₹3,281.70 crore for the June quarter, which was 57.50% lower than the previous year's ₹6,250 crore. This figure fell short of analyst estimates of ₹3,442 crore. However, the net interest income showed a positive trend, increasing by 6.10% to ₹7,249 crore from ₹6,842 crore in the first quarter of the previous fiscal year.

Asset Quality

The bank's asset quality saw a slight deterioration, with gross non-performing assets (NPAs) increasing to ₹6,637.70 crore, representing 1.48% of gross advances. This is up from ₹6,134 crore (1.42%) in the previous quarter.

Market Response

The market seems to have responded positively to the bank's recent performance, with Kotak Mahindra Bank's shares closing at ₹2,100.90, up 1.84%.

In conclusion, while Kotak Mahindra Bank faces challenges in maintaining its profitability levels, its strong growth in advances and deposits indicates a robust business model and continued customer trust. The coming quarters will be crucial in determining whether the bank can translate this growth into improved bottom-line performance.