Brands
Lapcare ropes in actor Manish Paul as brand ambassador
NEW DELHI: Actor and anchor Manish Paul has been appointed brand ambassador for smartphone, tablet and laptop accessories and peripherals brand Lapcare.
The move is part of the company’s overall strategy to reach out to younger customers, tap newer markets and build a solid brand recall in the smartphone and tablet accessories segment.
The actor would be promoting Lapcare and Lapcare Yo! series’ entire range of products including Bluetooth speakers, headsets and powerbanks among others. A national campaign starring Paul will be kicked off in the first week of April across print, digital and various other mediums.
Paul, who starred in the movie Mickey Virus, has a slate of movie launches lined up this year, including the sequel to Tere Bin Laden. As anchor, Paul has hosted India’s Got Talent, Jhalak Dikhla Ja and multiple award shows.
According to Lapcare officials, Paul packs fun, style, and youth appeal; just the right attributes that Lapcare as a brand wants to associate with.
Paul said, “It is indeed a matter of great pleasure to be associated with Lapcare, a brand that is synonymous with innovation, style and functionality. I am a gadget buff and very selective about the products I use .So, when I came across the funky products of Lapcare, I felt they fit my technology related needs, style, and personality very well. I now use them every day for various purposes and really glad with the association.”
Lapcare chief operating officer Sandeep Popli added, “Our association with Manish is a milestone for us and our first major endeavor to grow Lapcare as a national brand in the mobile and tablet accessories market. We wanted someone who embodied youthful zest, has a unique style and most importantly a connect with the masses. Manish fit the bill perfectly for us, as someone who is popular across the country, yet adds a dash of much needed freshness to the campaign. It helps us to break the clutter and position Lapcare as a unique, innovative and stylish brand geared towards the youth. We believe it will be a great association and benefit Lapcare immensely.”
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Angel One Q4 profit surges 83 per cent to Rs 320cr
year net profit dips 22 per cent to Rs 915cr as revenue softens slightly to Rs 5,137cr.
MUMBAI: Angel One has just earned its wings in style delivering a blockbuster Q4 that proves the brokerage giant is still flying high even in a cautious market. Standalone revenue from operations for the three months ended 31 March 2026 rose sharply to Rs 1,459cr, up from Rs 1,056cr a year ago. Total income stood at Rs 1,467cr. After all expenses, profit before tax came in at Rs 440cr, while net profit for the quarter surged 83 per cent to Rs 320cr (versus Rs 175cr last year). Basic EPS stood at Rs 3.52 and diluted at Rs 3.44.
For the full year ended 31 March 2026, revenue from operations was Rs 5,137cr compared with Rs 5,238cr in FY25. Total income reached Rs 5,152cr. Profit before tax was Rs 1,272cr, and net profit came in at Rs 915cr (down from Rs 1,172cr). Basic EPS was Rs 10.09 (from Rs 13.00) and diluted Rs 9.85 (from Rs 12.68).
Total comprehensive income for the quarter stood at Rs 321cr, while the full-year figure was Rs 913cr.
The strong quarterly performance reflects robust growth in interest income (Rs 455cr) and fees & commission (Rs 1,000cr), even as the full-year numbers moderated amid a softer overall environment. Finance costs rose to Rs 134cr in Q4 (full year Rs 437cr), while employee benefits stood at Rs 244cr for the quarter (full year Rs 1,067cr).
In a year when many brokers felt the pinch of muted market activity, Angel One has delivered a sparkling Q4 that shows its core broking engine is firing on all cylinders. With the books now closed on FY26, the Mumbai-based player has once again demonstrated that consistent execution and a sharp focus on retail participation continue to pay rich dividends in India’s booming capital markets.
