Primary Health Care Ltd., Australia's largest pathology Services Company, has posted a phenomenal more than 600% growth in its first half net profit. Net profit for the six months ending December 2009 was reported A$76.6 million while it was posted A$11.5 million for the same period last year. But this huge profit failed to attract the investors as it was well below the expectations of the market analysts who were expecting a profit of between A$83.4 million and A$93.8million. 
The dreams of creating Japan's sixth largest bank by assets took a major setback after the 2 mid-size lenders Shinsei Bank and Aozora Bank postponed their deal to merge in October. Analysts believe that the Shinsei Bank would now need to raise capital since it was heavily relying on the strong capital base of Auzora bank. 
The oil dropped to $73 a barrel amid sluggish crude demand as investors continue cautious approach with concerns about the health of the global economy. Oil prices recovered from previous decline on US inventory data along with news of the latest move by China to tighten its monetary policy and sustain the economic growth.
Team India has accumulated a healthy lead of 135 runs by the lunch on 3rd day of test match in Kolkata. India at stumps on the 2nd day was at 342 for the loss of five wickets. 
Scientists have claimed that they have developed a new life operating system by altering the genetic code. This could result in the creation of proteins with certain properties which were never seen before. The research could help created drugs which can be taken orally without being destroyed by the acids in the digestive system.
The movie 'My Name is Khan' which features Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol earned worldwide revenues of Rs 90.2 crore in the first three days of its release, according to the data released by film distributor Fox Star India.A bold move in the electric vehicle (EV) segment is on the horizon as SAIC Motor prepares to launch the MG4, the world’s first mass-produced EV featuring a semi-solid-state battery.
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Prabhudas Lilladher has maintained its ‘Hold’ rating on BEML Limited with a target price of Rs 4,142.
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Zomato (Eternal Limited) share price touched fresh high in today's session as investors are still bullish on the stock. Eternal Limited shares closed 1.71 percent higher at Rs 317.70 after touching fresh highs at Rs 319.80.
Asian Paints stock is looking strong on technical charts. Asian Paints closed 1.19 percent higher at Rs 2,530, close to its day's high. The stock has gained almost 6 percent over last one month despite sideways trend in overall markets.
Bajaj Housing Finance, United Spirits, and ICICI Prudential stocks were trading with gains on Thursday while overall market trend was neutral. NSE Nifty was up by 16 points only, with low volatility during today's trade.
