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Zee Business makes history with sting operation in stock market
MUMBAI: A huge number of investors are being fleeced by fraudsters in the name of stock market trading. To protect the interests of innocent investors, Zee Business channel has fearlessly carried out the biggest sting operation of them all to catch these culprits. Zee Business brings to you an exclusive 3 part series starting 26 Nov anchored by Mr. Anil Singhvi.
The problem has its roots in the fact that, whether it is a small, marginal or large investor, everybody wants huge returns on investment in the stock market. Unscrupulous elements take advantage of this by making tall, but untrue, promises. It leads to common investors being trapped in this stock market racket. Zee Business channel sting operation has caught these very fraudsters and exposed their corrupt practices and revealed that a racket is being run that loots the money of stock market investors.
The sting operation is a massive wake-up call for authorities. The programme will be telecast soon on the Zee Business channel and it is a must-watch show for every investor in the country. Title of the sting operation programme is 'Market Mafia.' In this programme, Zee Business channel will give tips to the stock market investors to ensure they do not become victims of such fraudsters machinations in the future.
The sting operation has exposed fraudsters who lure people with promises of high returns and trap them in their net. Once, the investor gets trapped in their racket, they lose their hard-earned money leaving.
The show will be aired on Zee Business at 10.30 am.
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Publicis posts €4.19bn Q1 revenue, 6.4 per cent growth; backs FY outlook
Ad giant signals Q2 acceleration as AI and new deals power momentum
PARIS: Publicis Groupe continues to outperform the industry, delivering a strong start to 2026 under Chairman and CEO Arthur Sadoun. Despite a volatile global macro environment, the company has now outpaced the industry for nearly 20 consecutive quarters.
For Q1 2026, total revenue reached €4,191 million, up from €4,161 million last year, with organic growth of 6.4 per cent. Net revenue, which excludes pass-through costs, stood at €3,460 million, reflecting organic growth of 4.5 per cent.
Exchange rates had a negative impact of €268 million, mainly due to a weaker US dollar and pound sterling. Acquisitions, including Adge.AI and 160over90, contributed an additional €46 million.
Performance across regions was largely positive, with some variation:
- North America, accounting for 59 per cent of net revenue, grew 4.7 per cent
- Europe recorded growth of 3.9 per cent, led by the UK at 6.2 per cent, while France grew 1.6 per cent
- Asia Pacific posted 5.9 per cent growth, driven by China at 11.7 per cent
- Latin America grew 13.3 per cent
- Middle East and Africa declined 5.1 per cent due to geopolitical challenges
AI-powered marketing services, which now make up 86 per cent of the business, grew 5.6 per cent. However, the technology segment, representing 14 per cent of revenue, declined slightly as clients reduced spending on large-scale transformation projects.
Sharing his outlook, Publicis Groupe chairman and CEO Arthur Sadoun said, “Publicis had a very strong start to the year, outperforming the industry for almost 20 quarters in a row despite the volatile macro environment. Organic revenue growth reached 6.4%, leading to 4.5% in net and further increasing the gap with our peers.” He added that the company remains confident of delivering industry-leading performance. “We are confirming our industry-leading organic growth guidance of 4 to 5%, with the 4% rock solid, and a sequential organic growth acceleration in Q2 despite a higher comparable.”
Publicis continued its expansion with the acquisition of Adge.AI in March, followed by 160over90 in April to strengthen its sports and culture marketing capabilities.
Net financial debt stood at €1,156 million at the end of March, reflecting a seasonal shift from the net cash position at the end of 2025. Average net debt over the past twelve months was €1,035 million.
The company has reaffirmed its full-year guidance, expecting net revenue organic growth of 4 to 5 per cent in 2026. It also anticipates an operating margin slightly above 18.2 per cent and free cash flow of approximately €2.1 billion.
With expectations of stronger performance in the second quarter, Publicis remains well positioned to sustain its growth momentum.
