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Lovisha Darad

Senior Correspondent

Moneycontrol

is passionate about domestic and global equity market development. She writes stories exclusively on equities from a fundamental perspective, gathering insights from niche market gurus.

Cabinet greenlights 12 industrial smart cities; which stocks should you keep on radar?

BUSINESS

Cabinet greenlights 12 industrial smart cities; which stocks should you keep on radar?

Cabinet's nod for development of 12 industrial smart cities across 10 states is expected to boost industrial stocks, particularly in the metals, cement, and construction sectors

It was Late Rakesh Jhunjhunwala’s favourite once. Now, India’s largest mutual fund wants a piece of the pie

BUSINESS

It was Late Rakesh Jhunjhunwala’s favourite once. Now, India’s largest mutual fund wants a piece of the pie

Karur Vysya Bank's strong financial position and attractive valuation should drive a further re-rating in the stock, say analysts

Short call | SGBs an expensive headache for the govt? Cooling crude to lift IndiGo, Shilpa Medicare, Bikaji Foods in focus

BUSINESS

Short call | SGBs an expensive headache for the govt? Cooling crude to lift IndiGo, Shilpa Medicare, Bikaji Foods in focus

“Know what you own, and know why you own it.” - Peter Lynch

Cash level no protection for mutual fund portfolios; buyers beware, say, leading fund managers

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Cash level no protection for mutual fund portfolios; buyers beware, say, leading fund managers

In Moneycontrol Mutual Summit's panel discussion titled “Flows – Boon or Bane,” leading fund managers shared different perspectives on portfolio protection strategies, take a deep dive!

Motilal Oswal bets copper can test new highs this year: Here's what'll it take

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Motilal Oswal bets copper can test new highs this year: Here's what'll it take

Motilal Oswal's commodity head anticipates copper prices can potentially reach new life highs of over $11,000 on the LME and $11,500 later this year as demand recovers.

Short call: Dovish policy dreams ignite markets, SC's mining tax a soft blow; Vi, Piramal Enterprises in focus

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Short call: Dovish policy dreams ignite markets, SC's mining tax a soft blow; Vi, Piramal Enterprises in focus

The stock market is filled with individuals who know the price of everything, but the value of nothing. - Phillip Fisher

Rising oil prices, Middle-East mayhem could be India's inflation party pooper, warn analysts

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Rising oil prices, Middle-East mayhem could be India's inflation party pooper, warn analysts

With Brent Crude boiling hot for five straight days, experts warn that if it crosses $90 per barrel, India's inflation party might be cut short

Short Call: Is the worst of yen carry unwind behind? BoJ Guv’s dilemma, no cheer for agrochem, Apollo Tyres, Page in focus

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Short Call: Is the worst of yen carry unwind behind? BoJ Guv’s dilemma, no cheer for agrochem, Apollo Tyres, Page in focus

There are varying estimates of how much of the carry trades have been unwound. Is the worst behind?

Analyst tracker | Shriram Finance remains analysts’ favourite on attractive valuation, tops July optimism list

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Analyst tracker | Shriram Finance remains analysts’ favourite on attractive valuation, tops July optimism list

The optimism on the stock is due impressive back-to-back quarterly performance, attractive valuations, historically low bad loans, and a positive growth outlook

LIC mulls higher ticket size products to absorb impact of new surrender value norms

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LIC mulls higher ticket size products to absorb impact of new surrender value norms

In the quarter ended June, LIC reported 9.6% rise in net profit at Rs 10,461 crore

Strong Q1 for BSE, NSE, but SEBI’s proposed F&O curbs will hurt: Analysts

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Strong Q1 for BSE, NSE, but SEBI’s proposed F&O curbs will hurt: Analysts

India's leading equity bourses reported stellar performances in the June quarter, but the road ahead could be bumpy, if proposed curbs on futures and options in the recent SEBI consultation paper are implemented, warn analysts

Don't see big crash despite selective exuberance, take some profits in small caps: Devina Mehra

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Don't see big crash despite selective exuberance, take some profits in small caps: Devina Mehra

Mehra feels there are no significant risks to India from the global risks like the Yen carry trade, a possible US recession. Yet, the abundance of domestic liquidity can be no cover for faltering fundamentals

Safe and steady: 10 Bluechips that offer reasonable value

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Safe and steady: 10 Bluechips that offer reasonable value

Despite concerns about expensive valuations, a section of the market feels the correction has thrown up some buying opportunities, here's a rundown of top 10 bluechip stocks

Stocks that bucked the trend yesterday and continue to show strength today

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Stocks that bucked the trend yesterday and continue to show strength today

From defensive plays to those boosted by the Budget and strong earnings updates, here are the top stocks that stood out August 5 market rout

Sensex, Nifty break 5-day bull run, end lower as investors chase to book profits

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Sensex, Nifty break 5-day bull run, end lower as investors chase to book profits

Analysts predict that market consolidation is likely due to high valuations, but they expect heavyweight stocks to continue the bull run

Maruti Suzuki jumps 4% to record high on stellar Q1; brokerages boost targets

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Maruti Suzuki jumps 4% to record high on stellar Q1; brokerages boost targets

Brokerages have raised their target prices for the leading automaker, forecasting continued margin expansion

Brokerages pump up M&M's target price on strong Q1 results, attractive valuations

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Brokerages pump up M&M's target price on strong Q1 results, attractive valuations

JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley have both maintained 'overweight' ratings on M&M, hiking target prices to Rs 3,210 and Rs 3,304 per share, respectively

M&M hits record tractor sales in Q1FY25, projects over 5% growth ahead

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M&M hits record tractor sales in Q1FY25, projects over 5% growth ahead

The management noted that favorable trade conditions and price realisations in mandis indicate a revival in the tractor industry

M&M eyes mid-to-high teens growth for FY25; Thar Roxx debut in spotlight

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M&M eyes mid-to-high teens growth for FY25; Thar Roxx debut in spotlight

The Indian automaker retained its leadership in the SUV segment, selling over 1.2 lakh units in the April-June quarter

Short Call: Yen carry trade unwinding could be joker in the pack; NTPC, IEX, Colgate, SBI Cards, ACC in focus

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Short Call: Yen carry trade unwinding could be joker in the pack; NTPC, IEX, Colgate, SBI Cards, ACC in focus

“Everyone is trying to look ahead, and your bet will pay off only if it is correct and different from what others anticipate.” - Joe Tillinghast

IndusInd Bank stock gains 2% on decent Q1 show, analysts find valuations attractive for re-rating

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IndusInd Bank stock gains 2% on decent Q1 show, analysts find valuations attractive for re-rating

Although brokerages remain bullish on IndusInd Bank due to attractive valuations, they lowered target prices as Q1 earnings missed estimates

Brokerages hail ICICI Bank strong Q1 results, forecast further re-rating

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Brokerages hail ICICI Bank strong Q1 results, forecast further re-rating

Macquarie, Morgan Stanley, and InCredit Equities were bullish on ICICI Bank as they assigned target prices of Rs 1,300, Rs 1,500, and Rs 1,450 per share, respectively

ICICI Bank sees mild LCR impact from RBI's draft norms, LDR to stay stable

BUSINESS

ICICI Bank sees mild LCR impact from RBI's draft norms, LDR to stay stable

ICICI Bank reported a 16 percent YoY growth in domestic loans, while average deposits increased by 18 percent YoY in Q1FY25

ICICI Bank Q1 preview: Loan growth to drive NII, profit; margin contraction likely

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ICICI Bank Q1 preview: Loan growth to drive NII, profit; margin contraction likely

ICICI Bank's fiscal first quarter net profit is expected to grow up to 10 percent YoY to Rs 10,614 crore.

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