JPMorgan initiated coverage on Cholamandalam Investment with an underweight rating and a target price of Rs 600. The stock closed at Rs 786 on 29 August. The global investment bank expects earnings to disappoint over FY23/24. There is competition from banks that can drive margin compression, said the note. It believes that markets have ascribed a significant valuation premium to the stock.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Fixed income attractive with rate cuts ahead; 20–40% allocation advisable for risk hedge, says Tanvi Kanchan
Amidst market volatility, Anand Rathi’s Tanvi Kanchan suggests a 20%-40% fixed income allocation for portfolio stability. She anticipates a stock-specific market in FY26, driven by