Leading brokerage firms have given their recommendations on a range of Indian companies. Goldman Sachs has maintained a neutral rating on Nykaa due to concerns about profitability in the fashion segment. Macquarie has also maintained a neutral rating on Reliance Industries, stating that Jio earnings growth is set to lag Airtel India. Jefferies has a buy rating on Delhivery, anticipating medium-term e-commerce growth of around 15-20%. Meanwhile, CLSA has a buy rating on Hindalco, expecting low leverage and profitability growth, while UBS resumed its sell rating on Tata Motors due to concerns over its electric vehicle pipeline.
FM Sitharaman takes part in customary halwa ceremony; marks final stage of Budget preparation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the traditional ‘halwa’ ceremony, marking the final stage of preparing the Union Budget 2025-26. This custom signifies the ‘lock-in’