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SBI Securities prefers HDFC Bank, sees long-term upside in metals
Sunny Agarwal, Head Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, remains positive on private banks, preferring HDFC Bank over Kotak Mahindra Bank after the lender received a clean legal review. He says Persistent Systems' acquisition benefits may take up to eight quarters to materialise, while slower growth remains a near-term concern. Agarwal is also bullish on the metals sector, with Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys as his top pick, and remains positive on Astral over the long term despite near-term challenges.
Vedanta readies $5.2 billion refinancing after rating upgrades
Anil Agarwal's UK-based Vedanta Resources is preparing to refinance $5.2 billion of dollar-denominated bonds and loans as it seeks to lower borrowing costs following recent credit-rating upgrades. The refinancing will cover $3.6 billion of bonds maturing between 2028 and 2033 and $1.6 billion of loans due from 2028 onward.
Sowilo’s Sandip Agarwal sees 6–7% dollar revenue growth in IT services over next 2–3 years
Sandip Agarwal Fund Manager at Sowilo Investment Managers which manages assets worth nearly $20.44 million as of April 30, 2026, makes a case for Indian IT stocks despite global uncertainty. He points to rupee weakness, a 40–50% valuation correction, and the early stages of an AI-driven services cycle as key reasons to buy. He expects 75% earnings growth over three years and favours large and midcap traditional IT services over expensive ER&D names. 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.
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.
Market View | 8–10% correction likely from here, says Ambit’s Dhiraj Agarwal
Ambit Investment Managers’ Managing Director Dhiraj Agarwal says emerging markets are in a risk-off phase due to Middle East tensions, a stronger dollar and rising crude prices. India, highly dependent on oil imports, is particularly vulnerable. He sees a very high probability of a 10% market correction, with a deeper 15–20% fall possible if crude stays elevated. Agarwal remains cautious on IT due to AI disruption and expects consumer staples to face long-term valuation derating.