US markets ended on a firm note, with Asian markets starting mostly negative after the US Fed Chairman’s comments. Indian indices are expected to open flat to mildly higher amid steady global cues and the market back in the earnings season. The investors will keep a close watch on the markets as the result season has kicked off and gauge their decisions for the upcoming year. Additionally, HDFC LIFE INSURANCE’s APE is up 23% YOY, with VNB margins 100BP below estimate, and the company aims to double its APE/VNB over the next four years.
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