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IPO-bound Bagmane Reit eyes acquisitions, bets on strong GCC demand
The ₹3,405-crore share sale will fund new asset purchases as the firm targets a growing pool of global corporate tenants, CEO Richard Hugh Andrew told Mint.
Benchmarks slide as crude climbs, Sensex sheds 583 pts, Nifty below 24K
Equity benchmark indices tumbled on Thursday as surging crude oil prices, weak Asian cues and relentless foreign fund outflows battered investor sentiment. The Nifty slipped below the 24,000 mark, weighed down by banking stocks. Most sectoral indices ended in the red, with the Nifty IT index bucking the trend. Brent crude climbed to around $120 per barrel amid rising fears of supply disruptions linked to potential curbs on Irans ports, fuelling inflation concerns in India. Global markets offered little support, pressured by elevated energy prices and uncertainty over the Federal Reserves policy stance. Meanwhile, a sharp slide in the rupee to a record low added to the strain on domestic equities.
Meesho shares jump 10% as JP Morgan initiates coverage with Rs 215 target price
Meesho shares surged nearly 10% after JP Morgan initiated coverage with an 'Overweight' rating and a Rs 215 price target. The brokerage highlighted Meesho's potential for significant EBITDA margin expansion and strong net merchandise value growth, driven by advertising monetization and improved logistics. JP Morgan forecasts substantial free cash flow recovery and anticipates market leadership to continue.
Bajaj Finance a strong compounder, prefer food delivery over QSR: Dipan Mehta
Dipan Mehta, Director at Elixir Equities, stays constructive on Bajaj Finance, citing diversification and stable credit costs. He favours platform-led food businesses over traditional QSR chains and suggests a long-term approach to Swiggy-type models. He remains cautious on paint companies due to competition, while seeing value in select financials and energy PSUs supported by dividends and policy focus. 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.
Temasek-backed OnEMI IPO opens today: Should you subscribe?
Ahead of the issue opening, OnEMI Technology raised ₹277.7 crore from anchor investors such as Citigroup Global Markets Mauritius, ACM Global Fund VCC, New York State Teachers Retirement System (managed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management), among others.
India growth story strong; banks, power and defence seen as key bets: ASK Investment CIO
George Joseph, Chief Investment Officer & CEO–Equity at ASK Investment Managers, says India’s long-term fundamentals remain strong despite global uncertainty, with GDP potentially doubling in 7–10 years. He favours cyclicals like banks, autos, capital goods, real estate, and defence, supported by inflation trends and global spending. He is also bullish on the entire power value chain, driven by AI-led data centre demand, while remaining cautious on expensive consumer stocks.
Sapphire Foods bets on KFC value meals to drive traffic amid weak demand
Sapphire Foods is pivoting to a permanent value-pricing model for KFC to stimulate transaction growth amid a sluggish consumer environment. The strategy precedes a merger with Devyani International, aimed at consolidating India’s QSR market and capturing operational synergy.
Eternal Q4 Results: Management hopeful of $1 billion adjusted operating profit by FY29; Stock jumps
Eternal's Net order value of the food delivery business grew by 19% to ₹9,757 crore, which is higher than the CNBC-TV18 projection growth between 16% to 18% from the same quarter last year.
Where to invest now: SBI MF prefers large caps, pharma, PSU banks
Ruchit Mehta, Head of Research at SBI Mutual Fund, prefers CDMO and hospital plays within pharma, citing stronger growth prospects over generics. He sees large caps as attractive on valuations, while midcaps require selectivity amid earnings risks. PSU banks may outperform in the near term due to stronger loan growth, but asset quality risks could emerge over the next 2–3 quarters if global disruptions persist.
Sensex dives 850 pts, Nifty slips below 24,200 amid oil shock and weak global cues
The equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled on Thursday, extending losses for a second straight session. Firm crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions rattled sentiment. Brent crude surged for the fourth consecutive day to around $103 per barrel amid uncertainty over US-Iran talks and fresh concerns around the Strait of Hormuz. Weak Asian cues and persistent foreign fund outflows deepened the sell-off. The Nifty slipped below the 24,200 mark, dragged by auto, PSU banks and consumer durables stocks, while pharma and healthcare shares saw selective buying. Investors stayed cautious, closely tracking the ongoing Q4 earnings season for further triggers.
Luxury investment market finds its balance as focus shifts to rarity and value
The global luxury investment market is stabilizing. Collectors are now prioritizing rarity and cultural importance. Impressionist art and watches saw strong performance. Classic cars and some wines faced corrections. Handbags remained steady. Younger buyers are using fractional ownership. The market is entering a more discerning phase, with demand for rare assets expected to drive future growth.
Trent, L&T to HDFC Bank: How are the worst-performing Nifty 50 stocks of last month faring in April?
Earlier this month, DSP Mutual Fund in its strategy report said that it is shifting from a conservative to a constructive view on the Indian stock market, as the correction has brought valuations closer to long-term averages.