Poonawalla Fincorp reported a substantial increase in net profit for the second quarter, rising over fivefold. The company's net interest income and fee income grew significantly, contributing to the profit surge. New loan products accounted for a notable percentage of disbursements during this period, demonstrating the diversification of their offerings. Additionally, improvements in the gross non-performing asset ratio reflect better asset quality management.

The rupee edged up to 96.73 per dollar after heavy RBI intervention helped it recover intraday. Persistent corporate dollar demand, a 7% year-to-date decline and falling forex reserves continued to weigh on sentiment.

Nifty 50 closes 1.30% higher at 22,520.45, adding 288 points, while the BSE Sensex advanced 1.23% to 72,472.33, a gain of 879.09 points

The Mumbai-based fund house has appointed Nandik Mallik to head the new venture