Cement, Auto, and Metals posted a YoY earnings decline while IT and O&G reported flattish YoY earnings for the quarter.As the benefit of the recent moderation in commodity costs start accruing in 2HFY23E, we expect other sectors to contribute too.As of 31st Jul’22, 31 Nifty stocks reported a sales/EBITDA/PBT/PAT growth of 29%/9%/15%/12% YoY respectively, single-handedly driven by BFSI. Of these, 12 companies each surpassed/missed our PAT estimates.
US dollar makes weekly gains on renewed trade deal optimism
The dollar is poised for a weekly gain against major currencies amid optimism surrounding potential U.S.-China trade talks, fueled by a recent U.S.-UK trade agreement.