Jay Kothari of DSP MF believes valuations in defence space have stretched significantly. The defence index is currently trading at a high price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of around 57-61x forward earnings, which is elevated compared to historical averages and other sectors.
While the risk of reimposition of reciprocal tariffs after the 90 days pause in July remains, Krishnan VR of Marcellus thinks atleast a part of this risk has already been factored in the prices of affected stocks and sectors.
The FOMC meeting was in line with expectations and in line with the Fed’s dual mandate of full employment and price stability, said Stefan Hofer of LGT Private Bank.
Raghvendra Nath of Ladderup Asset Managers believes earnings momentum is expected to pick up again in FY26, though the recovery will likely be uneven across the year.
Sandeep Neema of PL Capital believes there are high chances that the current geopolitical issue will lead to an oil shock; Iran produces 3.5 percent of global crude oil production and any disruption in that output would lead to a spike in oil prices.
If the Nifty 50 defends 24,700, the immediate support, a rally toward 25,000–25,200 can’t be ruled out. However, if it falls below 24,700, the decline may extend to the 24,500 zone. Overall, it is expected to trade within the broad range of 24,500–25,200 in the short term, according to experts.
The real estate market, which has shown signs of consolidation, is likely to bounce back strongly by July-August, the Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Association of India president said
Cement is a good sector to increase exposure, said Naveen Kulkarni of Axis Securities PMS.
The possibility of record high in Nifty Midcap and Smallcap 100 indices would be only when the broader market stabilizes in the next 3 to 5 months, said Rahul Ghose.
Traders are advised to adopt a wait-and-watch approach in the next couple of sessions until a clear breakout or breakdown confirms the next leg of the move, said Sudeep Shah.
Abhishek Banerjee of LotusDew believes lot of macro factors are favouring markets. Geopolitical tensions won’t ease anytime soon which makes India all the more attractive.
According to Emkay's Manish Sonthalia, there is enough margin of safety in IT companies valuation if one thinks slightly for medium term.
Indian macros are quite strong. It is also the least vulnerable to US tariffs, said Rajesh Bhatia of ITI Mutual Fund.
With Rs 80,000 crore to Rs 1.5 lakh crore in large-scale orders across submarines, missiles, and combat systems, the defence sector is positioned to outperform, said GoalFi's Robin Arya.
Indian equity markets are highly likely to reach new record highs in the coming months, said Green Portfolio's Divam Sharma.
Valuations wise, the banks and housing finance companies are positioned attractively, said Vikas Gupta of OmniScience Capital.
Stefan Hofer of LGT Private Bank believes corporate India balance sheets are strong, India's fiscal deficits are improving at 4.2% to 4.4%, and Banks balance sheet are strong, with low levels of NPA.
Rate sensitive sectors like banking, NBFC, realty, auto, and capital goods would be in focus, going ahead, said Dharmesh Shah of ICICI Securities.
According to Ankita Pathak of Ionic Asset, the only risk from economic growth is from the global trade dynamics.
Technically, all the moving averages and momentum-based indicators suggest strong bullish momentum in the Bank Nifty index. The daily RSI is quoting at 67.45, and it is in rising trajectory, which suggests strong bullish momentum.
Shailendra Kumar of Narnolia Financial Services remains cautious on consumer staples and export-oriented goods and services sectors, though he is actively seeking out exceptions.
The market is now fairly valued from both a price to earnings and price to book basis, said Waterfield's Vivek Rajaraman.
While tensions like the US-China trade spat may trigger short-term volatility, India's growth story is largely powered by domestic factors and is structurally resilient, said Avendus Wealth Management' Saurabh Rungta.
According to Alok Agarwal of Alchemy Capital Management, the management commentaries from multiple sectors signal confidence about earnings growth ahead.
On the upcoming RBI policy meeting later this week, Sonam Srivastava of Wright Research PMS believes June’s meeting is a strong candidate for the next cut, and if inflation remains anchored, a follow-up cut before year-end is likely.