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HLL Lifecare to expand AMRIT Pharmacies to 550 outlets by 2027
HLL Lifecare will significantly expand its AMRIT pharmacy network across India. The number of outlets will more than double to over 550 by December 2027. This initiative aims to make life-saving medicines and implants more affordable and accessible. Special focus will be on underserved and remote regions. The expansion involves an investment of Rs 100 crore.
Solar Defence announces Rs 12,800 crore investment in robotics, drone and deep tech projects
Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited will invest over Rs. 12,800 crore in manufacturing robots, drones, and missiles. The company plans to produce 10,000 drones and 1,000 robots annually. This investment will span the next three to four years. The facility will be India's first AI-Powered Industry 5.0 manufacturing ecosystem. Advanced AI-Powered UAVs, including MALE drones, will be a key focus.
Markets in ‘fear phase’, deploy money in autos, banks, capital goods: AlfAccurate’s Rajesh Kothari
The sharp correction in Indian equities triggered by fears of a prolonged war in West Asia should be viewed as a buying opportunity, according to Rajesh Kothari, Managing Director at AlfAccurate Advisors.Benchmark indices declined nearly 3% this week — their steepest weekly fall in over a year — as rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions rattled investor sentiment. Financial stocks led the decline, with the Nifty Bank logging its biggest weekly drop in 14 months.However, Kothari believes the selloff reflects sentiment rather than a deterioration in underlying economic fundamentals.“We are currently in a fearful phase of the market. When others are fearful, that’s usually the time to be greedy,” Kothari told CNBC-TV18, advising investors to deploy money gradually over the next 30–60 days rather than attempting to time the market.He emphasised that the outcome of the West Asia conflict is less important for markets than its duration. While companies with exposure to the Middle East could face short-term uncertainty, the broader domestic growth story remains intact.Against this backdrop, Kothari highlighted four sectors that investors should focus on.Autos remain a key bet, supported by strong demand trends and low inventory levels across the industry. February sales data was robust, and leading automakers have reported healthy growth, signalling sustained momentum.Banking and financials are another preferred sector. Credit growth has improved to around 13% from about 8.5% earlier, while asset quality remains strong. According to Kothari, the sector could become a “strong buy on declines” if crude-driven inflation concerns ease.He also sees opportunities in capital goods, particularly companies reporting strong order inflows as India’s investment cycle picks up.Lastly, hospitals stand out as a defensive play. The sector remains largely insulated from geopolitical risks and technological disruptions such as artificial intelligence.“These are strong India stori
Watch | M&M’s Japan agri exit seen as strategic portfolio rationalisation amid rising competition
Mahindra & Mahindra’s decision to exit its agri-machinery business in Japan reflects a broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on stronger, profitable markets, according to LKP Securities analyst Ashwin Patil. He said the Japan unit was likely a smaller, underperforming business facing intense competition, making continued investment less viable. The move aligns with M&M’s past efforts to exit non-core global operations and prioritise high-performing segments.
Watch | Buy the dip, says Emkay’s Manish Sonthalia; PSU banks, autos & metals in focus
Manish Sonthalia, CIO of Emkay Investment Managers, says geopolitical dips are buying opportunities, as markets typically recover within 6–9 months. He is deploying fresh flows into autos, financials, pharma, consumer durables, power transmission and select defence. He favours PSU banks over private lenders on valuations and sees AI driving demand for critical minerals, metals and energy. IT remains underweight while India could attract inflows as stability returns.
Online betting ban and GST relief boost demand: Titan MD Ajoy Chawla
Titan MD Ajoy Chawla attributes bolstered consumer demand to the online betting ban, GST rationalization, income tax slab relaxation, and increased infrastructure investment. He noted that while gold buying volumes in terms of customers remain flat, grammage has seen a decline, mirroring industry trends.
Looking to take success from India to other emerging markets: Acerpure
Acerpure, a consumer electronics brand, is set to expand its presence in emerging markets like the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia. The company aims to double its sales and investment in India this year. Acerpure is also focusing on launching products tailored for the Indian market, emphasizing 'made in India' initiatives.
Indian IT stocks a strong buy after correction, says ASK Investment CIO
George Joseph, CIO & CEO- Equity at ASK Investment Managers advises investors to focus on large-cap and micro-cap stocks, suggesting that mid and small-cap segments are not the right place to be currently.
Stocks to Watch for February 25: PowerGrid, Dr Reddy's Labs, Hindalco, Waaree Energies and more
From robust earnings at Schaeffler India and fresh investment headroom for PowerGrid to regulatory relief for Dr. Reddy’s and key updates from Hindalco, Waaree, RVNL and Hexaware, here are the stocks likely to stay in focus ahead of Wednesday’s trading session.
Reliance Industries can rise 18%, says Morgan Stanley post ₹10 lakh crore AI investment announcement
Morgan Stanley has labelled the Reliance Industries stock a 'top pick'. It has an 'overweight' rating on it with a price target of ₹1,803 apiece.
Coke, Mondelez see India as a top priority market
Global giants Coca-Cola and Mondelez have identified India as a key growth market, signaling significant investment and strategic focus. Coca-Cola plans to enhance technology and optimize equity, while Mondelez aims to expand its volume-led growth engine, leveraging its strong local presence and manufacturing capabilities. Both companies see immense potential in the Indian consumer landscape.
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade Medanta, Tata Motors, Cholamandalam Investment, Radico Khaitan, Kotak Bank, Inox Green, and others on June 29?
The consolidation may continue as long as the market trades below Friday's high. Below are some short-term trading ideas to consider.