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Kotak Institutional removes ABB India, Siemens, Cummins India from model portfolio
Kotak Institutional Equities' Sanjeev Prasad prefers private banks over IT and expensive industrial stocks, citing attractive valuations, stable credit growth and the potential for re-rating. He warned that AI-driven pricing pressure makes it difficult to value IT companies and said investors should avoid chasing richly valued capital goods and electrification stocks despite strong long-term themes. Healthcare, hospitality, retail and telecom remain among his preferred sectors.
Indian banks more exposed to West Asia crisis among APAC region: Moody's
Indian banks face significant exposure due to energy import reliance. Higher fuel costs will strain consumers and businesses, increasing credit stress. Non-bank lenders with unsecured retail loans are particularly vulnerable. Despite these pressures, Indian banks possess strong capital buffers.
As India grows richer, banks will have to adjust to thinner margins: Indian Bank CEO
Indian Bank's chief Binod Kumar expects interest rates to rise and net interest margins to fall as India develops. He plans to raise capital for Expected Credit Loss norms and launch a wealth management business. The bank aims for strong growth in retail and MSME loans. Consolidation could help Indian banks achieve global scale.
AI to disrupt banking? Nomura initiates coverage on 3 NBFC stocks that can beat banks for next 15 years
Nomura has initiated coverage on Tata Capital, L&T Finance and Piramal Finance with Buy ratings, citing their expanding product portfolios and rapid adoption of AI-driven lending engines. The brokerage expects NBFCs to outpace banks over the next 15 years, driven by MSME credit gaps, digital data analytics and rising retail penetration.
Mohamed El-Erian flags risks after Blue Owl Capital halts redemptions in retail private credit fund
Mohamed El-Erian questioned whether Blue Owl’s move to permanently restrict redemptions signals broader stress in private credit, warning of possible valuation hits in advanced markets.
Momentum Stocks: Dr Lal PathLabs, JHS Svendgaard, Dar Credit rally on sheer momentum
A few stocks saw sharp intraday moves and hit upper circuits. California Software, Omax Autos, Axiscades Technologies, Sterlite Technologies, DCM Shriram Fin were locked in the upper band, reflecting strong demand and limited supply—often a sign of bullish near-term sentiment.