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Are auto stocks overheating? November wholesales data hints at first signs of cooling
India’s auto sector is coming off a blockbuster festive season, with GST cuts and price reductions powering strong year-on-year growth in November. But a sharp month-on-month dip has raised fresh questions on whether the demand surge is sustainable.
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PSU banking stocks set to stay in favour as RBI rate cut in December looms
With the market now pricing in a December rate cut, analysts say PSU banks may continue to outperform private peers through FY26 and beyond.
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Strong Q2 GDP impresses D-Street, but experts say Dec rate cut by RBI seems unlikely
The GDP beat has lifted confidence but also raised new doubts: nominal growth remains soft, the deflator has inflated real numbers, and traders who once expected a December cut are now pulling back their bets
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FIIs trim stake in defence stocks in Q2: Profit booking or valuation retest?
FIIs trim defence bets after a sharp rally, raising questions on valuations even as BEL, HAL and other PSU majors post steady execution and reaffirm guidance.
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Auto stocks take a breather as FIIs, MFs lighten positions: Are most positives factored in?
The next two months will determine whether demand holds up as the sector steps into its post-GST reality, say experts
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AI frenzy divides global market experts: Is it a breakthrough, bubble or brewing credit risk?
As AI fever grips markets, experts share their take on whether this is sustainable growth or the makings of the next correction.
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Is it time to relook export plays as relief package kicks in, US tone softens?
Export-linked sectors, textiles, seafood and IT have endured sharp corrections after the United States imposed fifty percent tariffs. But with fresh policy support, relaxed repayment rules and signs of a softer US stance, analysts say investors may finally have room to re-enter these beaten-down stocks.
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Mutual Funds turn bullish on IT stocks after multi-year low, auto weights cool off
Mutual funds raised exposure to IT stocks in October after the sector hit a 67-month low, driven by better-than-expected Q2 results, the Motilal Oswal MF report shows.
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Can shares of PSU lenders keep their mojo after a stellar six-month rally?
The Nifty PSU Bank index has risen 33 percent in six months, outpacing broader markets, as investors cheer strong earnings and hopes of policy action, however, analysts believe the next leg of gains could be more selective
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Has the frenzied funding of global AI bets run ahead of reality?
Global investors are pouring billions into AI infrastructure, however, analysts have warned that the math is not adding up. With $30 billion spent every month and only $1 billion in revenue coming in, the Street is worried if AI can ever justify the money behind it.
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SBI Q2 Preview: Profit, NII likely to slip as margins narrow and treasury gains ease
State Bank of India is expected to report softer earnings for the September quarter, with both profit and net interest income likely to decline amid lower treasury gains and margin pressure
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Defence theme still has firepower but it is no longer a blind bet, say experts
The defence rally isn’t done yet, but fund managers say this leg of the journey will reward patience, selectivity, and real earnings power — not just hype.
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After the midcap mania, market experts bet on largecaps for next round of alpha
With mid and small caps trading at frothy valuations, fund managers at the Moneycontrol Mutual Fund Summit 2025 said large caps could lead the next leg of market gains, offering stability amid consolidation.
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Samvat Ideas: Amber Enterprises, Kaynes Tech top plays on India's EMS growth, says PL Capital
Looking ahead to Samvat 2082, the EMS sector is set to benefit from global supply chain diversification and continued government support.
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ICICI Bank Q2 Preview: Modest quarter likely, but better show than peers
ICICI Bank is expected to post a steady July–September quarter, with modest profit growth and limited margin compression. Analysts say the private lender may outperform peers on stable asset quality and healthy loan growth
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HDFC Bank Q2 Preview: Repo rate cut to weigh on margins, stable asset quality likely
HDFC Bank’s net interest income (NII) is projected to rise modestly by 3 percent year-on-year, while profit is estimated to decline by 0.6 percent YoY
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Axis Bank expects slippages to stabilise, margins to bottom in Q3
Axis Bank expects credit slippages to stabilize and margins to bottom by Q3 FY2
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HDFC Life eyes early-teens growth in FY26; high-margin products to offset GST impact
HDFC Life reaffirmed its early-teens growth outlook for FY26, with management highlighting that protection, annuities, and high-margin unit-linked products are driving margin improvement
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HDFC Life sees 3% margin hit from GST, eyes full recovery by FY27
HDFC Life expects a 3 percent annualised impact on margins following the withdrawal of input tax credit under the GST regime but plans to offset it through cost-sharing with distributors and vendors, product repricing
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Fireworks & Fallout Themes: Railway rally ahead? Kranthi Bathini picks BEML, RVNL, Titagarh Wagons for Samvat 2082
Kranthi Bathini of WealthMills Securities sees value in BEML, RVNL, and Titagarh Wagons from railways sector, suggesting Samvat 2082 could be a year of steady recovery for the sector.
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Fireworks & Fallout Themes: Another Samvat of explosive returns likely for defence, but Prabhudas Lilladher cautions on valuations
Amit Anwani of Prabhudas Lilladher said Samvat 2082 too could be strong for India's defence manufacturers, driven by strong government support, order inflows and Centre's push for self-reliance.
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HDFC Life Q2 Preview: Premium income growth to remain healthy, margins may narrow mildly
HDFC Life is set to announce its July–September quarter results on October 15, with analysts expecting steady growth in premium income and new business value. However, a marginal contraction in margins is likely due to the loss of GST input credit.
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Axis Bank Q2 Preview: Higher credit costs, margin pressure likely to weigh on earnings
Analysts expect Axis Bank’s September-quarter results to reflect slower loan growth, weaker margins, and a mild uptick in bad loans
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One year since market peak: Nearly two-thirds of stocks down, average portfolio shrinks 6%
It has been a year since the Nifty 50 touched its all-time high, but the broader market tells a harsher story. Out of 750 stocks, only 245 have delivered gains while nearly 2/3 are in the red. Median returns stand at negative 11.5 percent, showing that most investors have faced double-digit losses despite the Nifty’s mild decline
