FIIs and mutual funds increase their shareholding in IT stocks as growth momentum may bottom out, leading to a return to growth in CY24. MF holding in Tech Mahindra rises to 14.24% in Q4. FIIs and MFs raise stake in Wipro. FIIs show faith in HCL Technologies and LTI Mindtree. MFs pare stake in Infosys, while FII ownership increases. TCS sees no change in shareholding. BNP Paribas says revenue and margin of top IT companies exceed expectations. Companies’ guidance and positive tilt indicate a recovery. Nifty IT index rallies in November, December, and January. BNP Paribas picks Infosys, TCS, and HCL Tech as preferred picks.
India’s free trade pacts not paused, all talks progressing as per schedule: Official
India is proceeding with its free trade agreement negotiations with various countries and blocs, including the UK and the EU, according to a government official.
November 17, 2024