Published on: September 25, 2025
As we approach the end of the third quarter of 2025 and prepare to step into the final quarter of the year, the air in the stock market begins to buzz with anticipation. The reason? Quarterly results season.
For traders and investors, it’s an opportunity to reassess their positions, discover new opportunities, and align their strategies with evolving corporate performance..
Quarterly earnings announcements provide a snapshot of how companies are performing, not just in terms of numbers, but also in terms of direction. They tell a story—whether growth is sustaining, slowing, or accelerating.
For derivatives traders, particularly those in F&O stocks, quarterly results play a crucial role in shaping option strategies. However, it isn’t always straightforward to filter through the sea of announcements and pick out the right stocks to watch.
That’s where the Result Snapshot feature of the Radar app comes into play. It is designed to empower traders and investors with a structured way to filter and analyse quarterly results with precision. From market cap filters to fundamental insights, and from sectoral breakdowns to trend analysis, this tool can help you be battle-ready before the results hit the market.
Why Quarterly Results Matter
Quarterly earnings are more than just a company’s report card. They impact stock prices directly because they reveal whether the business is performing better or worse than market expectations. A positive surprise—say, stronger-than-expected sales or higher-than-anticipated profits—can lead to sharp rallies. Conversely, a disappointing report can trigger steep declines.
For traders, especially those using options strategies, the result season presents volatility and opportunity. Straddles, strangles, or directional calls often revolve around expectations from earnings.
But here’s the catch: not every stock is worth betting on during results season. Filtering the noise and focusing on stocks that matter, whether due to liquidity, market cap, or fundamentals—is the real edge.
For investors, quarterly results provide valuable insights into a company’s financial health. Tracking parameters such as debt reduction, return ratios, or promoter actions can reveal the long-term trajectory.
Radar’s Result Snapshot bridges this gap. It enables traders and investors to focus on the most relevant stocks, supported by filters and data that matter most.
Step 1: Filter with Market Cap
One of the first things investors look at while analysing stocks is market capitalisation. Market cap categorizes companies into three broad buckets:
- Large-cap companies: These are the established players with a stable track record, often less volatile but slower in growth. Quarterly results here are about consistency and steady performance.
- Mid-cap companies: These are the challengers—companies with strong growth potential but higher risk. Quarterly numbers often act as catalysts that can either push them into the next growth league or raise red flags.
- Small-cap companies: These are emerging players with higher volatility and speculative interest. A strong quarterly result can sometimes double investor interest overnight.
The Result Snapshot feature allows you to filter stocks by market cap, so you don’t waste time analysing companies outside your trading or investing universe. For instance, a conservative investor may only want to analyse large caps, while a growth-seeking trader may want to look at mid- or small-caps that could surprise the market.
Step 2: Select Groups from NSE or Definedge Sectoral Groups
Every result season, not all sectors move equally. Sometimes it’s IT companies delivering a stellar quarter due to global demand; at other times, it could be banking stocks driven by improved credit growth or reduced NPAs.
With the Result Snapshot, you can select groups based on NSE classifications or Definedge’s proprietary sectoral groupings. This segmentation gives you clarity on where to focus your analysis.
For example:
- If you are bullish on the pharma sector due to rising exports, you can filter results only for pharma companies.
- If you are an F&O trader, you can restrict your analysis to F&O stocks only, ensuring liquidity for your strategies.
This flexibility saves time and directs attention where it matters most.
Step 3: Apply Fundamental Filters
Quarterly results aren’t just about topline sales and bottom-line profits. The underlying story often lies in the details. Radar’s fundamental filters bring those stories to light by highlighting companies with notable changes in their financials. Let’s explore them:
a. Profit Turnaround
This filter helps you spot companies that have swung from losses to profits. Such turnarounds often attract institutional interest and can become multi-quarter stories.
b. Reducing Promoters’ Pledge
When promoters reduce their pledged shares, it signals confidence in the business. Quarterly results combined with this filter help validate sustainable growth.
c. Reducing Debt
Lower debt levels strengthen balance sheets, reduce interest costs, and improve profitability. Companies announcing debt reduction during results often gain positive re-ratings.
d. Improving ROCE (Return on Capital Employed)
ROCE reflects how efficiently a company uses its capital to generate profits. Rising ROCE post-results is a strong green flag for long-term investors.
e. Improving Profit Margins
Whether it’s gross margin, operating margin, or net margin, improving profitability ratios show operational efficiency. This filter spots companies delivering quality growth, not just growth for growth’s sake.
f. Promoters or Institutions Increasing Stake
Quarterly disclosures often show changes in shareholding patterns. If promoters or institutional investors increase their holdings, it usually reflects faith in the company’s prospects.
g. Exceptional Sales Growth YoY
Companies that consistently deliver exceptional year-on-year sales growth are growth leaders. This filter highlights momentum stocks worth tracking.
h. Exceptional Profit Growth YoY
Exceptional profit growth signals operational leverage or market expansion. This can be particularly exciting for traders looking for breakout moves post-results.
i. Quarterly Net Profit All-Time High
Hitting an all-time high in net profits is not just a number—it’s a milestone. Such companies often attract momentum traders.
j. Quarterly Sales All-Time High
Similarly, record-breaking sales quarters signify strong demand or effective execution, making these companies attractive to both investors and traders.
Step 4: Additionally Check for the Trend
Numbers tell you the “what,” but trends tell you the “where next.” Even the best quarterly result can fail to create a rally if the stock is stuck in a bearish trend. That’s why it’s important to align fundamentals with market trends.
Putting It All Together: Strategy During Result Season
So, how should you actually use the Result Snapshot during result season? Here’s a step-by-step approach:
- Start with Market Cap: Decide whether you’re focusing on large-cap stability, mid-cap growth, or small-cap opportunities.
- Choose Your Sectoral Group: Align with NSE or Definedge sectoral groups to focus on relevant sectors.
- Apply Fundamental Filters: Shortlist companies with strong or improving fundamentals.
- Overlay the Trend: Ensure the stock’s price action supports the fundamentals.
- Create Your Watchlist: Use this refined list for your trading or investing decisions.
- Build Your Strategy:
- Traders can design option strategies around stocks likely to see high volatility.
- Investors can accumulate quality stocks showing structural improvement.
As we move into the final quarter of 2025, the stage is set for results to drive stock market action once again. Don’t just wait for the numbers to roll in—be prepared, filter smartly, and align with the trend. With tools like Result Snapshot, the advantage is in your hands
