Jefferies maintained an underperform rating on Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) citing weak marketing and transitory refining weakness. CLSA retained a buy rating on Manappuram Finance as yields fell but growth became visible. Credit Suisse upheld an underperform rating on Dr Lal Pathlabs despite the likelihood of short-term growth favored by geographical diversification and higher pricing.
Why bank stocks are an oasis for investors in a desert of chaos
Banking and financial services have outperformed in 2025, with Bank Nifty and Nifty Financial Services gaining over 8% and 12%. Strong fundamentals, supportive RBI policy,