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Sirca Paints: Great progress on all fronts

BUSINESS

Sirca Paints: Great progress on all fronts

Shareholders have reaped the benefits as the stock has already delivered more than 70 percent returns since we covered this lesser-known smallcap as part of our discovery series.

Borosil Renewables: Long-term thesis intact, rising competition a challenge

BUSINESS

Borosil Renewables: Long-term thesis intact, rising competition a challenge

Though cost pressures have eased a bit, increased supply from Chinese manufacturers can put strain on the company’s performance

Market update: Bullish breakout on Nifty signals further upside

BUSINESS

Market update: Bullish breakout on Nifty signals further upside

While the headline indices continue to move northwards, overall market breadth remains weak with limited participation from the mid- and small-cap universe thus far.

Discovery Series | V-Guard: A steady compounder for long-term investors

BUSINESS

Discovery Series | V-Guard: A steady compounder for long-term investors

VIL’s growth has been supported by the upgradation of its product portfolio and newer market coverage

Transport Corporation of India: The ride may get bumpy

BUSINESS

Transport Corporation of India: The ride may get bumpy

Stable demand trends are positive for the company, but inflation and global tightening can affect business momentum

Nazara Technologies: Q2 has all the fireworks, but investors not moved

BUSINESS

Nazara Technologies: Q2 has all the fireworks, but investors not moved

The gaming company’s operational performance has been consistent over the past few quarters, but the change in the macro landscape is a challenge

Amber Enterprises: Muted demand weighs on Q2 numbers

BUSINESS

Amber Enterprises: Muted demand weighs on Q2 numbers

Margin takes a hit on account of operational costs and foreign exchange loss

Berger Paints: Gain in market share a bright spot

BUSINESS

Berger Paints: Gain in market share a bright spot

Correction in raw material prices and an improved product mix to support gross margins going forward

Concor – Q2 results underscore strong business moat

BUSINESS

Concor – Q2 results underscore strong business moat

Long-term prospects appear bright on the back of the commencement of the dedicated freight corridor and the pending privatisation of the business

Delhivery: Falling knife you don't want to catch

BUSINESS

Delhivery: Falling knife you don't want to catch

The company can be further impacted by slowing e-commerce activity and rising competitive intensity

Pidilite: Margins anticipated to normalise in 2023

BUSINESS

Pidilite: Margins anticipated to normalise in 2023

Despite strong execution capabilities, there are potential challenges that may limit the company’s near-term earnings growth.

Blue Star Q2 leaves its peers behind

BUSINESS

Blue Star Q2 leaves its peers behind

Several optimisation measures should drive recovery in second half

Dalmia Bharat Q2: Elevated fuel costs remain a worry line

BUSINESS

Dalmia Bharat Q2: Elevated fuel costs remain a worry line

In the current challenging economic environment, investors should wait for a better entry point to add the stock to the portfolio

Voltas Q2: Facing stiff competition

BUSINESS

Voltas Q2: Facing stiff competition

Though the company continues to maintain its market leadership, there is height-ened concern about its top-line growth and market share going forward

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals: Q2 revenue trends reveal weakness in core business

BUSINESS

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals: Q2 revenue trends reveal weakness in core business

Despite the challenging macro environment, Crompton has sustained its investments in brand growth, portfolio expansion, and network expansion

Sterling Wilson Renewables Energy Q2: Is it really a disaster?

BUSINESS

Sterling Wilson Renewables Energy Q2: Is it really a disaster?

We remain sanguine about the long-term growth potential of the company on account of structural industry tailwinds and the strength of the new promoter group (Reliance)

Ambuja Cements: Q3 on expected lines, but concerns remain

BUSINESS

Ambuja Cements: Q3 on expected lines, but concerns remain

Uncertain macro environment and elevated energy costs pose big risk to Ambuja’s profitability in the near term

Dixon Technologies Q2: Superb growth perfectly priced in

BUSINESS

Dixon Technologies Q2: Superb growth perfectly priced in

The company has multiple catalysts to drive earnings higher, but the  stock valuation is stretched at the moment 

Havells India: Are margins going to shape up?

BUSINESS

Havells India: Are margins going to shape up?

The company is focusing on market share gain but stock appears to be overvalued

RIL Q2: Retail, telecom shine, offset weakness in legacy business

BUSINESS

RIL Q2: Retail, telecom shine, offset weakness in legacy business

With focus on financial services which can be offered in combination with digital services and retail, RIL is set to become a powerhouse in consumer businesses

Asian Paints | Capex plan in the spotlight amid impressive Q2 earnings

BUSINESS

Asian Paints | Capex plan in the spotlight amid impressive Q2 earnings

Though the company’s volume and earnings trajectory are on track, increased competition can be a risk to profitability

Polycab India: A worthy buy for the long haul

BUSINESS

Polycab India: A worthy buy for the long haul

A market leader in the wires and cables segment, the company is well positioned to emerge as an industry leader in the consumer durables market 

UltraTech – Limited margin of safety at current levels

BUSINESS

UltraTech – Limited margin of safety at current levels

The increasing competitive intensity in the cement sector is likely to pose a big threat to UltraTech’s premium valuation

Heidelberg Cement India: Yet another poor quarter

BUSINESS

Heidelberg Cement India: Yet another poor quarter

Growth has been disappointing for this cement company for the past couple of quarters. Since the setback is more or less priced in, long-term investors can bet on it at the current price

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