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Stock markets to track crude prices, global trends, TCS earnings this week
Trading sentiment in the stock market this week will depend on crude oil prices, global trends and the start of corporate earnings season with IT bellwether TCS reporting its June-quarter financial results on July 9, analysts said. Besides, the advancement of the southwest monsoon and trading activity of foreign investors would also influence market trading, they added. "Investors will closely monitor the quarterly results of TCS on July 9, with particular focus on management commentary regarding demand trends, discretionary spending, and AI-led business opportunities," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 663.44 points, or 0.86 per cent, and the NSE Nifty increased by 214.85 points, or 0.89 per cent. "Domestically, investor attention will centre on the commencement of the Q1 FY27 earnings season from July 9, with the initial batch of corporate earnings and management commentary expected to provide valuable insights int
HCLTech’s Sarvam bet signals start of India’s AI growth story: Mayuresh Joshi
Mayuresh Joshi, Director of Research at Marketsmith India, said Sarvam's enterprise and agentic AI capabilities can simplify workflows, making HCLTech's investment a strategic move that could prompt more IT firms to pursue similar deals. He expects such investments to create long-term value as AI adoption rises. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Chola Securities sees buying opportunity in metals and cement stocks
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, expects the commodity upcycle to continue for another year despite near-term volatility. He sees any correction in metal prices as a long-term buying opportunity, supported by reconstruction activity in the Middle East and a revival in infrastructure spending in countries such as India. Kant remains positive on metals and prefers Hindalco, Hindustan Zinc, Vedanta, Tata Steel and JSW Steel on declines. He also believes the cement sector has been overlooked and favours large-cap names like UltraTech Cement and Ambuja Cements, while regional players could benefit from improving pricing over the next two to three months. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Stable crude, strong metal demand and El Nino plays drive opportunities: Motilal Oswal's Khemka
Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Research-Wealth Management at Motilal Oswal Financial Services, says easing geopolitical tensions could keep crude oil prices stable, supporting oil marketing companies. He remains positive on GNG Electronics due to strong growth prospects in refurbished electronics and prefers Hindalco among aluminium stocks, citing a multi-year demand cycle. Khemka also sees long-term value in Manappuram Finance and believes Voltas and Varun Beverages could benefit from a potential El Niño-led heatwave.
Chola Securities' Dharmesh Kant sees BFSI earnings revival; likes IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank
Despite recent market volatility, Dharmesh Kant, Head Research at Chola Securities, believes investors should focus on bottom-up stock picking. He expects the banking and financial sector to emerge as a key earnings driver as stable interest rates support margins and treasury income. Among his preferred ideas are Aurionpro Solutions, Tata Technologies, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, Bank of India and Aadhar Housing Finance. He also remains positive on the long-term growth prospects of exchanges, AMCs and other capital market plays. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Sun Pharma a trading play on dips, banks may face difficult June quarter: Dharmesh Kant
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, said Sun Pharma’s all-cash acquisition of Organon could improve return ratios and support valuations, but may bring overall revenue growth down to single digits. He sees a trading opportunity in Sun Pharma on price dips. On banking, he said Q1 could be difficult as provisioning picks up, which may weigh on profitability even as asset quality and margins remain stable. Disclaimer: The views and tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own, not of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Dharmesh Kant prefers IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank; sees tactical upside in Infosys, TCS
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, says markets offer selective opportunities across sectors. From a long-term perspective, he prefers IndusInd Bank, followed by Axis Bank in the private banking space, and Bank of India and Bank of Baroda in the public sector banking space. In IT, he sees only tactical upside led by Infosys and TCS, citing weak revenue visibility. In autos, Hero MotoCorp, M&M, and Maruti stand out on valuations and demand outlook. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Organic Recycling Systems signs MoU with ITEL, Chennai
Organic Recycling Systems (ORSL) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Immersive Technology and Entrepreneurship Labs Foundation (ITEL), Chennai, to jointly drive research, innovation, and capacity-building initiatives in bio-energy, waste management, and green technologies.
US services activity expands most since 2022 on demand
The Institute for Supply Management’s services index rose 2.3 points to 56.1, the group said on Wednesday (March 4). Readings above 50 indicate expansion, and the figure exceeded all projections in a Bloomberg survey of economists.
Stocks to Watch Today: JSW Steel, Tata Motors PV, Adani Enterprises, SEPC, Muthoot Finance, GE Shipping, Welspun Enterprises, Sheela Foam, Voltas in focus on 15 May
Stocks to Watch, 15 May: Stocks like HCL Technologies, SEPC, Adani Enterprises, Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services, Simca Advertising, Jaro Institute of Technology Management and Research, Voltas, Welspun Enterprises, Great Eastern Shipping Company, Muthoot Finance, Sheela Foam, and JSW Steel will be in focus on May 15.