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Helios MF’s Dinshaw Irani says India looks oversold, stays cautious on IT stocks
Helios Mutual Fund CEO Dinshaw Irani said the fund has been actively deploying cash as Indian equities appear oversold after recent underperformance. He noted that consumption trends remain resilient for now, though prolonged global uncertainty could weigh on demand over the next few quarters. Irani remains cautious on the IT sector, warning that AI-led disruption, weaker growth expectations and margin pressures could keep valuations under strain despite recent corrections. 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.
Correction in NBFCs, IT and realty offers entry as earnings stay steady: Anupam Tiwari
Anupam Tiwari, Head of Equity at Groww Mutual Fund, expects a strong current quarter with limited impact from oil shocks so far, but flags risks from the next quarter onward. He remains positive on premium consumption, NBFCs, manufacturing exports and capex, while adding IT and premium real estate after corrections. He believes market fears may be overstated, with much of the downside already priced in.
Nifty gave zero return to FIIs in 4.5 years. Can India win back fleeing foreign investors?
Foreign investors have experienced no returns in Indian stocks for four and a half years. A combination of war, currency weakness, and oil price shocks has led to record outflows. Global brokerages are downgrading India's outlook. However, some see current low valuations as a potential turning point for foreign inflows.
Adani Total Gas among 5 stocks showing bullish RSI upswing
On March 19, five Nifty 500 stocks appeared in the RSI Trending Up scan. Their RSI moved above the 50 level from lower zones, signalling strengthening momentum. The indicator is often used by traders to spot improving sentiment and potential bullish continuation setups in select counters across the market.
Raja Venkatraman, MarketSmith recommend five stocks for 20 March
On March 19, Nifty 50 and Sensex dropped over 3% due to HDFC Bank chairman's resignation and rising crude oil prices. Analysts recommend buying Ipca Laboratories, Great Eastern Shipping, Colgate Palmolive, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, and Power Finance Corporation amid market volatility.
Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund acquires stake in this recently listed healthcare stock
Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund (KMMF) has raised its stake in the North Indian hospital network Park Medi World Limited to more than 5%. The fund purchased 175,164 shares, bringing its total ownership to 5.0393%, which necessitates a regulatory announcement in accordance with SAST regulations.
Nifty IT hurtles toward historic 8-week bloodbath: AI death knell or ultimate bear trap?
Indian IT stocks are experiencing an unprecedented losing streak. This has wiped out significant market value and ignited a debate about artificial intelligence's future impact. Some investors see a major buying opportunity amid the sell-off. Foreign investors have exited, but one large mutual fund is aggressively buying. Analysts are divided on the sector's outlook.
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty IT index down 300 points; 8 out of 10 stocks in red
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The markets are looking to recover on a glimmer of hope. The Nifty index is up nearly 150 points, rising towards the 24,200 mark. The Nifty Bank is up 500 points, looking to regain lost ground. Shriram Fin, IndiGo and Ultratech are amongst the biggest gainers.
Stocks in news: IndiGo, RIL, Torrent Power, ideaForge, NTPC Green
Indian markets experienced a sharp sell-off, extending the downtrend amid global concerns and geopolitical tensions. Nifty faces immediate support at 23,500, with resistance expected around 24,000-24,300. IndiGo flights faced airspace issues, while Reliance Retail acquired 'Pahadi Local'. Torrent Power raised Rs 2,000 crore via NCDs, and ideaForge began drone training for NATO personnel.
Sundaram Alternates floats hybrid fund, to raise Rs 1,500 crore
Sundaram Alternates is launching a hybrid private credit and equity fund targeting ₹1,500 crore, aiming for 18-20% returns. The fund will allocate 51-60% to listed equities and 40-49% to high-yield private credit, focusing on mid-market businesses and real estate opportunities.
Crude-led volatility may be short-lived; Quantum AMC sees opportunities in banks, IT, cement, realty
George Thomas, Fund Manager – Equity at Quantum AMC, believes the recent jump in crude oil prices, triggered by geopolitical tensions, could temporarily push inflation higher and weigh on global macro conditions. He noted that the base case remains that the tensions may not stretch for a long period. The situation could last for a few weeks or possibly a month, but may not drag on for much longer. If that plays out, crude prices could reverse just as quickly as they moved up. Despite the uncertainty, he believes current market levels offer reasonable entry points as the earnings cycle remains supportive. His fund has been adding exposure to a real estate company and increasing weights in select private banks, IT services firms and a cement player.
Market correction a chance to rebalance portfolios, India may outperform from April: Quant MF
Sandeep Tandon, Founder & CIO of Quant Mutual Fund, says crude’s sharp spike may peak near $120–130 and remain elevated in the near term but is unlikely to sustain beyond a few months. He expects global markets to stay weak through 2026, while India could outperform from April after recent underperformance. Tandon advises investors to stay calm and use volatility to rebalance portfolios, adding selectively to sectors such aspharma, power, telecom, and select PSUs.