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BofA Securities sees Brent crude oil averaging at $72 a barrel in H2CY26
For India, BofA Securities has raised the 2026 GDP (gross domestic product) forecast to 7 per cent from the 6.2 per cent forecasted in April. For 2027, it now pegs the GDP growth at 7 per cent.
Oil India selloff may have created a buying opportunity: HDFC Securities
Nilesh Ghuge, Analyst-Institutional Equities at HDFC Securities discusses how higher oil prices could support upstream earnings, why government intervention remains a key risk, and why refining-led growth keeps HPCL and IOC attractive despite near-term fuel marketing losses.
Bharti Airtel, HAL, among 7 stocks that have upside potential of up 28%. Do you own any?
Amid rising geopolitical tensions, surging crude oil prices and continued FII outflows, ICICI Securities has identified seven largecap stocks with strong upside potential. The brokerage believes these sector leaders, backed by robust fundamentals and long-term growth visibility, could outperform despite volatile market conditions and uncertain investor sentiment.
ONGC production outlook improving on BP partnership, KG ramp-up: ICICI Securities
Probal Sen, Oil and Gas Analyst at ICICI Securities believes government policy support, better realisations and production growth could strengthen ONGC’s earnings outlook over the next two years, while recent fuel price hikes have also sharply reduced losses for oil marketing companies.
Earnings likely to improve, but rising oil could hurt in short term: SBI Securities
Sunny Agarwal, Head of Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, expects double-digit earnings recovery over FY27–28, despite near-term risks from crude-led margin pressure in Q1. He sees mid- and small-cap opportunities in hospitality, capital markets, and select banks, with improving return ratios. He also flags recovery in building materials and consumer staples, while infra push and regional growth could support sectors like cement and logistics.
Oil unlikely to fall below $80/bbl amid supply disruptions: Maulik Patel
Maulik Patel, Head of Research, Equirus Investment Securities, said growth in CNG volumes is slowing, especially in key markets like Delhi. Policy reforms such as bringing gas under GST and reducing taxes could support demand. Investors are advised to consider CGD stocks on price declines.
Crude oil prices may surge to $130-140 if West Asia War drags on, warns Kotak Securities
West Asia conflict is pushing oil prices up. Brent crude could reach USD 130-140 if the war continues. India's inflation is expected to rise, and GDP growth may slow. The Indian rupee faces pressure. A US recession is a possibility. Experts advise caution as markets await developments. A ceasefire could bring relief.
BofA Securities cuts Nifty earnings target to 8.5%, says market not in value zone
BofA Securities has significantly lowered its earnings growth forecast for Nifty 50 companies to 8.5% for FY27, citing rising stagflation risks and potential impact of high crude oil prices. The brokerage also reduced India's GDP growth estimate and warned of a severe downturn in a worst-case scenario. Despite this, a resolution to the Iran conflict could boost the market.