Nikhil Agarwal is a Reporter at The Economic Times. He specializes in finance and financial markets, covering topics such as trading, investment, and commodities, with a keen focus on the banking and BFSI sectors. Nikhil's work has been featured in prominent publications including The Economic Times, LiveMint, and Outlook Publishing (India) Pvt. Ltd.
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By: Nikhil Agarwal
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited approved issuing shares worth about Rs 2,379 crore to promoters and qualified institutional buyers. Shares will be issued to the promoter group and QIBs, increasing Pilani Investment and Industries shareholding. The company will continue with its retail business and ethnic brands, while its lifestyle and sportswear brands will be part of ABLBL.
By: Nikhil Agarwal
After robust growth in FY24, corporate earnings momentum has slowed in the last two quarters, with BSE500s weighted average PAT growth dropping to single digits in Q2. Saurabh Mukherjea noted that this marks the beginning of an earnings slowdown cycle, which is expected to persist for some time, signalling caution for broader corporate performance ahead.
By: Nikhil Agarwal
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Donald Trump's presidency could cause volatility for Indian sectors facing tariffs, but long-term geopolitical positioning favors India. Mixed Q3 earnings are expected, with IT and Pharma likely performing well. Lower large-cap valuations and targeted fiscal measures could boost the economy, focusing on consumption and investment continuity.
By: Nikhil Agarwal
Mutual funds invested Rs 10,200 crore in Zomato shares in Q3, making it the most bought stock. Mutual fund holdings increased to 16.42%, while foreign investors reduced their stake. Jefferies downgraded Zomato amid rising competition. Despite this, Blinkit expects significant growth, but competitive pressure from players like Amazon may impact profitability.
Mutual funds reduced their stakes in HDFC Bank, ITC, Titan, and Swiggy in December while investing heavily in Reliance Industries, Vishal Mega Mart, Axis Bank, and PSU banks. Experts remain optimistic about high-growth companies despite current economic headwinds and suggest strategic allocation for medium to long-term investments.
By: Nikhil Agarwal
Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) is set for a re-rating, with brokerages predicting target prices up to Rs 1,723. Following a strong Q3 performance, RIL's recovery, especially in retail and new energy, has prompted upgrades. Analysts expect growth in FY26, driven by factors like Jio's potential listing and improved O2C profitability. RIL's stock remains down 20% from its July peak.
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Alok Ranjan, Senior Fund Manager at ITI Mutual Fund, sees valuations normalizing and advises diversifying portfolios amid upcoming volatility. He emphasizes stock-picking opportunities in financials, IT, healthcare, and capital goods for medium to long-term gains.
By: Nikhil Agarwal
In the coming weeks, investors face a busy period with the Q3 earnings season, Trump's swearing-in, the Fed meeting, and the Union Budget. The strategy will focus on tracking events with long-term economic implications. The approach remains proactive, favoring high-quality companies with solid fundamentals, as they are better positioned to weather volatility and disruptions from these events.
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