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Neha Dave

Principal Research Analyst

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What could be the implications of RBI’s monetary policy on banks?

BUSINESS

What could be the implications of RBI’s monetary policy on banks?

The central bank’s steps and commentary imply that inflation is going to rule firm and rates are likely to remain high in the foreseeable future

SBI Q1: Stable performance, ROA above 1 percent makes a strong case for valuation re-rating

BUSINESS

SBI Q1: Stable performance, ROA above 1 percent makes a strong case for valuation re-rating

Healthy loan growth and stable asset quality underlined bank’s performance in Q1 FY24

Star Health insurance’s Q1 earnings dented by higher expenses

BUSINESS

Star Health insurance’s Q1 earnings dented by higher expenses

Long-term growth drivers are intact for this health insurer on the back of retail-oriented product mix, large distribution channel, healthy solvency profile, and improving profitability

DCB Bank: Some misses in Q1 performance but risk-reward remains favourable

BUSINESS

DCB Bank: Some misses in Q1 performance but risk-reward remains favourable

The earnings growth momentum is likely to continue and there is room for further improvement in return ratios

Bajaj Finance posts stellar Q1 FY24 earnings, but concerns are rising

BUSINESS

Bajaj Finance posts stellar Q1 FY24 earnings, but concerns are rising

Stock valuation not pricing in lower earnings growth and the probability of a banking licence

Why Paytm’s stock may not move higher despite healthy earnings

BUSINESS

Why Paytm’s stock may not move higher despite healthy earnings

While fundamentals are turning favorable as seen in improved operating metrics in Q1 FY24, the supply overhang and other factors will keep the price range-bound

ICICI Bank’s stellar show in Q1 FY24 will fuel further rally in the stock

BUSINESS

ICICI Bank’s stellar show in Q1 FY24 will fuel further rally in the stock

The bank’s quarterly earnings report reaffirms its strong fundamentals with a strong growth in deposits and advances

Reliance Q1 results: Newbies cover the weakness of the legacy business

BUSINESS

Reliance Q1 results: Newbies cover the weakness of the legacy business

Though O2C revenues declined, consumer-facing businesses displayed better operating efficiencies

What can RIL’s shareholders expect from Jio Financial Services listing?

BUSINESS

What can RIL’s shareholders expect from Jio Financial Services listing?

While a disruption in financial services may seem a tough task, JFS can surely replicate the monetising success of Jio telecom in financial services

ICICI Lombard Q1 FY24: Robust growth in health business a silver lining

BUSINESS

ICICI Lombard Q1 FY24: Robust growth in health business a silver lining

Premium valuation will not only sustain but the stock price will move up with improving return ratios

HDFC Bank posts healthy Q1 FY24, likely to stay with the show post merger

BUSINESS

HDFC Bank posts healthy Q1 FY24, likely to stay with the show post merger

Given its track record and execution capabilities, the bank has the capability to do well in terms of growth as well as profitability

Will Bandhan Bank’s dismal run end in FY24?

BUSINESS

Will Bandhan Bank’s dismal run end in FY24?

The bank’s stock will not see a sustained rally until asset quality woes in its micro-lending book are decisively resolved

Should investors go with Utkarsh Small Finance Bank IPO?

BUSINESS

Should investors go with Utkarsh Small Finance Bank IPO?

At the upper end of the price band of Rs 25 per share, the bank is being valued at Rs 2,740 crore.

Why should investors consider this MF distributor amid regulatory headwinds?

BUSINESS

Why should investors consider this MF distributor amid regulatory headwinds?

Strong earnings visibility, asset-light business model, high operating leverage, and strong cash flows make Prudent a unique proposition available at an attractive valuation

ICICI Securities Delisting: Is it a level playing field for investors?

BUSINESS

ICICI Securities Delisting: Is it a level playing field for investors?

While the swap ratio is in compliance with delisting regulations, it can be viewed as opportunistic

What does the ICICI Securities delisting move mean for investors?

BUSINESS

What does the ICICI Securities delisting move mean for investors?

The success of the delisting will depend on the share-swap ratio and the active participation of investors in the price discovery process

HDFC-HDFC Bank merger – Should investors bet on it?

BUSINESS

HDFC-HDFC Bank merger – Should investors bet on it?

Given the bank’s track record and execution capabilities, HDFC Bank can positively surprise the Street both in terms of growth as well as profitability post merger

Can the stake sale in UTI AMC fuel a stock rally?

BUSINESS

Can the stake sale in UTI AMC fuel a stock rally?

In the last deal, HSBC Mutual Fund acquired L&T M&F at 4.6 percent of trailing AUM (December 2021)

Will the management change add more horsepower to BSE stock?

BUSINESS

Will the management change add more horsepower to BSE stock?

The growth outlook of equity markets, rising financial savings, and the increasing digitalisation of financial services augur well for the stock exchange

Can Balrampur Chini put your portfolio in a sweet spot?

BUSINESS

Can Balrampur Chini put your portfolio in a sweet spot?

Investors need to consider whether the stock is worth it, despite stretched valuations and the risk of populist measures in an election year

What makes 360 ONE Wealth a suitable stock to bet on?

BUSINESS

What makes 360 ONE Wealth a suitable stock to bet on?

The leading wealth manager in the country with assets under management, advisory and distribution amounting to Rs 274,243 crore as of end FY23 has seen favorable business transition and improved financials

Should investors go with the Aavas Financiers stock?

BUSINESS

Should investors go with the Aavas Financiers stock?

The unexpected exit at the top management overshadowed the company’s earnings narrative

MFs – The losers and the gainers in the new regime

BUSINESS

MFs – The losers and the gainers in the new regime

While the SEBI’s move will make MF schemes more attractive to investors, it will put large asset managers at a disadvantage

Has Bandhan Bank turned the corner?

BUSINESS

Has Bandhan Bank turned the corner?

Earnings set to improve in FY24, but the stock may not see a big rally

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