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CLSA keeps 2 out of 54 ‘Modi stocks’ in India focus portfolio after poll verdict

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CLSA keeps 2 out of 54 ‘Modi stocks’ in India focus portfolio after poll verdict

CLSA said BJP lacking a simple majority raises doubts over a stable government and policy-making styles.

Defensives FMCG, pharma, IT may gain as investors on backfoot after weak mandate for NDA

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Defensives FMCG, pharma, IT may gain as investors on backfoot after weak mandate for NDA

With the lack of expected political continuity after BJP's not-so-thumping win, investors shifted bets towards FMCG, pharma and IT stocks, typically seen as defensive plays.

PSU Stocks: Where do we go from here?

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PSU Stocks: Where do we go from here?

Market experts believe that as long as the incumbent government returns to power, policy continuity is likely.

CLSA identifies 54 key stocks to benefit from BJP win, PSUs dominate list

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CLSA identifies 54 key stocks to benefit from BJP win, PSUs dominate list

CLSA predicted that PSU stocks could continue to rise until June or July, ahead of the budget announcement.

Supply chain shift benefits India, says Nomura; bullish on RIL, BEL and more

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Supply chain shift benefits India, says Nomura; bullish on RIL, BEL and more

Equity opportunities are available across countries and sectors, but we are most excited about India, said Nomura

Nifty at 23,000: Policy continuity, RBI's bonanza dividend, return of FIIs led to fresh highs

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Nifty at 23,000: Policy continuity, RBI's bonanza dividend, return of FIIs led to fresh highs

The expectation of the incumbent government returning to power and ensuring political continuity has led to an optimistic market sentiment.

Dow Jones tops 40,000: what sectors contributed to the rally and how do Indian peers compare?

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Dow Jones tops 40,000: what sectors contributed to the rally and how do Indian peers compare?

In the past year, various sectors such as banking, real estate, and technology stocks outperformed in America, leading to Dow Jones hitting the 40,000 mark.

Bharti Airtel stock top Nifty gainer, jumps 3%; brokerages raise target prices on tariff hike, ARPU optimism

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Bharti Airtel stock top Nifty gainer, jumps 3%; brokerages raise target prices on tariff hike, ARPU optimism

Given high expectations of a tariff hike post-elections by all players, Bharti is in an enviable position, according to most brokerages.

Analyst Call Tracker | HDFC Life, HUL see upgrades despite underperforming

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Analyst Call Tracker | HDFC Life, HUL see upgrades despite underperforming

While HDFC Life and HUL have been under pressure, some analysts have taken a contrarian stance and upgraded their ratings.

Brokerages unimpressed with Asian Paints’ Q4 show as price cuts weigh on revenue

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Brokerages unimpressed with Asian Paints’ Q4 show as price cuts weigh on revenue

With the entry of Grasim Industries into the paints business, the outlook on Asian Paints’ near-term prospects remains subdued, said experts.

Leverage a double-edged sword that can lead to ruin, warns Howard Marks in latest memo

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Leverage a double-edged sword that can lead to ruin, warns Howard Marks in latest memo

When the risk of downward fluctuations get under-estimated over time, it leads to leverage becoming excessive, Howard Marks wrote in his latest memo.

India to surpass Germany, Japan to be 3rd largest consumer market by 2026: UBS

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India to surpass Germany, Japan to be 3rd largest consumer market by 2026: UBS

Over the past decade, India's consumption has almost doubled to $2.1 trillion in 2023, up from $1.2 trillion in 2013.

Asian Paints Q4 Preview: Subdued demand, competitive intensity to weigh on volumes, revenue

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Asian Paints Q4 Preview: Subdued demand, competitive intensity to weigh on volumes, revenue

Despite implementing price cuts in Q4, Asian Paints' volume did not recover during the quarter, putting pressure on the topline.

PSU bank stocks fall on RBI's draft on tighter norms for infra project financing; what will its impact be?

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PSU bank stocks fall on RBI's draft on tighter norms for infra project financing; what will its impact be?

Public-sector lenders will be disproportionally impacted if RBI's guidelines are implemented, since they have a higher exposure to infrastructure loans.

Titan Q4 results review: Brokerages slash target prices, high gold prices to hit demand

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Titan Q4 results review: Brokerages slash target prices, high gold prices to hit demand

Titan's near-term growth outlook appears subdued due to high gold inflation, which is affecting demand sentiments.

IOC up 3%, but what could spoil the party?

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IOC up 3%, but what could spoil the party?

Kotak said Q1FY25 will be dismal for Indian Oil Corporation driven by a cut in EBITDA estimates, increased debt estimates, and a miss on recent earnings.

Britannia Q4 results preview: PAT may decline 3% as rural demand fails to see substantial recovery

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Britannia Q4 results preview: PAT may decline 3% as rural demand fails to see substantial recovery

Britannia Industries' business volumes in Q4FY24 are likely to grow in the mid-single digits, according to experts.

Titan Q4 results preview: Jewellery segment to fuel revenue growth, retail footprint expands

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Titan Q4 results preview: Jewellery segment to fuel revenue growth, retail footprint expands

Titan's growth will be led by its jewellery segment, as the improved wedding segment performance is set to drive performance.

Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting begins soon: What to expect from Warren Buffett, likely questions

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Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting begins soon: What to expect from Warren Buffett, likely questions

Apart from queries about specific sectors or business, the Oracle of Omaha is also often posed with questions regarding his general strategies and perspective during Berkshire Hathaway's annual shareholder meeting.

AU Small Finance Bank best suited to transition to universal bank per new RBI guidelines, say brokerages

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AU Small Finance Bank best suited to transition to universal bank per new RBI guidelines, say brokerages

Brokerages are positive on AU Small Finance Bank, which emerges as a top contender to transition to a universal bank, according to the RBI's latest guidelines.

Private hospitals poised for growth on rising healthcare spends, market share, expansion plans: Anand Rathi

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Private hospitals poised for growth on rising healthcare spends, market share, expansion plans: Anand Rathi

Anand Rathi predicts private hospitals will dominate India's healthcare system as government funding falls short. It recommends buy on Max Healthcare, Rainbow Children’s Medicare, KIMS and Jupiter Life Line Hospitals,

Nestle India Q4 review: Brokerages mixed despite earnings beat, inflation to pressure margins

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Nestle India Q4 review: Brokerages mixed despite earnings beat, inflation to pressure margins

Nestle India Q4: Brokerages remained mixed on their outlook, cite commodity inflation pressure, Cerelac controversy

HUL in Q4: Revenue buoyed by premiumisation, rural recovery hinges on monsoon

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HUL in Q4: Revenue buoyed by premiumisation, rural recovery hinges on monsoon

HUL's volumes should increase in the first half of FY25, while full revenue recovery will be visible in 2HFY25, said experts

Tata Consumer Q4 review: Brokerages bullish despite 19% profit fall, shares tank 5%

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Tata Consumer Q4 review: Brokerages bullish despite 19% profit fall, shares tank 5%

Tata Consumer's strong EBITDA margin expansion in the non-branded segments and its international business, said analsyts.

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