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Lovisha Darad

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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.

Short call | Can Q2 results justify markets' record-breaking rally? PB Fintech, Amara Raja in focus

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Short call | Can Q2 results justify markets' record-breaking rally? PB Fintech, Amara Raja in focus

"No matter what happens to the market, earnings will determine the results" - Peter Lynch

Stay selective on IT stocks amid soft management commentary, rich valuations: Jefferies

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Stay selective on IT stocks amid soft management commentary, rich valuations: Jefferies

Jefferies sees limited scope for margin expansion in FY25 owing to slow revenue growth

Why banking stocks will continue to struggle even if RBI follows Fed's 50 bps rate cut path

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Why banking stocks will continue to struggle even if RBI follows Fed's 50 bps rate cut path

Banking stocks pain is set to continue in the near-term due to trailing margins, sluggish deposit growth, and widening CDR ratio

FIIs favour India vs other EMs so far in September, buying spree may build on, say experts

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FIIs favour India vs other EMs so far in September, buying spree may build on, say experts

While the trend is expected to continue, experts caution that India will need strong earnings growth to absorb the significant liquidity

Short call | Will India be the top FII darling among EMs post Fed's policy pivot? Ashok Leyland, Emcure Pharma in focus

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Short call | Will India be the top FII darling among EMs post Fed's policy pivot? Ashok Leyland, Emcure Pharma in focus

"An investor wants to go where the growth is" - Bill Gross

Bajaj Housing Finance's bull run not over yet, experts forecast another 24% upside

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Bajaj Housing Finance's bull run not over yet, experts forecast another 24% upside

Brokerages have initiated 'buy' calls on Bajaj Housing Finance, citing management's strong pedigree to position it as the next 'HDFC' and its superior asset quality

Analyst Call Tracker August 2024: Shriram Finance hits hattrick as top pick on Street, HDFC Life makes strong debut

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Analyst Call Tracker August 2024: Shriram Finance hits hattrick as top pick on Street, HDFC Life makes strong debut

Based on Moneycontrol's tracker, 39 out of 40 brokerages have given a 'buy' rating for Shriram Finance, with only 1 maintaining a 'sell' recommendation for the NBFC

Short call | Why markets shouldn't be too excited about Fed rate cuts; Tata Power, Coforge, Inox Wind in focus

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Short call | Why markets shouldn't be too excited about Fed rate cuts; Tata Power, Coforge, Inox Wind in focus

"You can't predict, but you can prepare." - Howard Marks

Analysts bullish on IndiGo even as Gangwal Family Trust trims stake

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Analysts bullish on IndiGo even as Gangwal Family Trust trims stake

Analysts are of the view that IndiGo has a strong hold in the aviation market, which should keep its wings soaring higher

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

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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

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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

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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

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