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Deven Choksey sees opportunity in banks, IT and metals as market sentiment improves
Deven Choksey, MD of DRChoksey Finserv, believes easing crude oil prices and improving market sentiment could support a broader recovery across sectors. He remains positive on OMCs, private sector banks, pharma, and select consumer names, while also seeing value emerging in large IT companies after recent corrections. Choksey says metals, especially aluminium and copper-linked plays like Hindalco, continue to benefit from strong global demand trends tied to semiconductors, data centres and manufacturing growth.
Sensex, Nifty end lower amid weak global cues
The key equity indices ended marginally lower on Thursday as reports of possible RBI intervention to defend the rupee unnerved investors. Reports indicated that the Reserve Bank of India is considering a range of measures to stabilise the currency, including a rate hike, additional currency swaps and raising dollars from overseas investors. Persistent FII selling and profit booking at elevated valuations further weighed on sentiment, while weak global cues added to the pressure. The Nifty slipped below the 23,700 mark, dragged down by steep losses in IT and FMCG stocks.
Nifty to trade in 28,000–30,000 range in FY27 led by earnings: Smallcase managers
Smallcase managers remain optimistic on India’s equity markets despite the Nifty declining over 9% this year, projecting the benchmark index to reach the 28,000–30,000 range by the end of FY27. They expect future market gains to be driven by earnings growth rather than valuation expansion, with investors focusing on sustainable profitability and execution
Why Emkay is seeing Nifty at 29,000 by March 2027 despite oil shock, West Asia tensions
Emkay Global maintains a bullish outlook on Indian equities, projecting the Nifty could reach 29,000 by March 2027, driven by strong domestic growth, earnings recovery and policy support. The brokerage expects markets to navigate near-term volatility from geopolitical tensions & high crude prices. It also warns of macro risks from elevated oil but sees long-term structural growth in Indian equities intact.
Bajaj Life Insurance CIO sees tactical IT opportunity amid macro uncertainty
Srinivas Rao Ravuri, CIO of Bajaj Life Insurance, said IT stocks are emerging as a tactical play as rupee weakness boosts earnings visibility despite global macro concerns. He expects large IT firms to deliver over 10% earnings growth this year, aided by currency tailwinds. Ravuri also remains positive on domestic sectors like financials, autos and consumer durables, while warning that war-led input cost pressures and supply disruptions could weigh on corporate earnings in the coming quarters.
Nifty could hit 27,000 once geopolitical tensions ease: Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO
Bajaj Finserv AMC CIO Nimesh Chandan projects 15% earnings growth for Nifty in FY28, with EPS rising to the ₹1,420–1,440 range, making valuations look attractive. He backs metals, construction, and cement as long-term plays on a global supply chain shift, holds gold and silver in the multi-asset portfolio, and flags El Niño and elevated US yields as key risks keeping Indian interest rates high in the near term.
Nifty to hit 42,000 by 2028? New paper that studied market cycles says it's possible if these factors align
A CNI InfoXchange study projects the Nifty could surpass 42,000 by 2028 if sustained foreign investor inflows return. The report highlights stronger domestic liquidity, resilient equity markets, robust GDP growth prospects, rising retail participation, and India’s increasing weight in global emerging market indices.
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: JSW Steel, Muthoot react to results; Tata Steel, Power Grid report today
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Two Nifty 50 companies Tata Steel and Power Grid along with broader market names like ITC Hotels, Hindustan Copper, Godfrey Phillips, Gland Pharma, Cochin Shipyard, Deepak Nitrite, Balrampur Chini, Arvind, Bajaj Electricals, Aarti Drugs, Aether Industries, Alembic Pharma, NCC, NHPC, Premier Energies, SAIL, SJVN, Solara Active Pharma, Symphony, Thangamayil, Triveni Engineering, VST Tillers, are among the companies reporting their earnings today. JSW Steel, Muthoot Finance, Apollo Tyres, Endurance Tech, Voltas, are some of the other result reactions today. Watch this space for all the LIVE updates.
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty hints at a muted start; Bajaj Auto in focus
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The Nifty Bank closing above its 20-DMA is a positive and the 55,000 level, which was a barrier till now, could now act as a support after Wednesday's breakout. Earnings reactions continue swiftly with Bajaj Auto reacting to results and the buyback announcement. Platform companies Paytm, Meesho, PB Fintech all react to results, along with GCPL, Bluestar, Sula Vineyards, and others.
Australian market slips slightly as rate hike and global tensions weigh on sentiment
Investors remained cautious ahead of upcoming trade data for March, especially after February showed stronger exports but weaker imports. However, losses were partly limited as consumer spending in Australia saw its fastest growth in over two years, continuing a steady upward trend.
Prefer BSE on dips, Bajaj Auto strong, DMart margins muted: Chola Securities
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, says markets remain selective with stock-specific opportunities. He flags weak telecom tower metrics and muted DMart margins, while auto OEMs show strong growth aided by price hikes. On BSE, he sees 15–20% volume trends but advises caution post volatility. He prefers long-term capital market plays on dips and remains bullish on metals, especially JSW Steel, with structural demand tailwinds.
India's retail car sales hit record in April, but Mideast crisis clouds outlook
Indian car sales reached an all-time high in April. Passenger vehicle sales saw a significant jump. This growth was driven by rate cuts, easier financing, and strong demand from rural areas. However, concerns about Middle East tensions and rising fuel prices may affect demand in the coming months. Dealers are monitoring inventory levels and urging caution from manufacturers.