UltraTech Cement, Ambuja Cements, and JK Cement have received ‘buy’ ratings from JM Financial due to promising growth prospects amid sector recovery driven by infrastructure and housing initiatives. UltraTech is highlighted for its robust strategy, while Ambuja and JK Cement show significant upside potential. The industry’s consolidation and cost optimization are set to enhance profitability over the coming years.
Credit card issuance hits strongest pace in more than two years
The additions were led, once again, by the country’s largest issuers. HDFC Bank topped the list, adding 163,000 net new credit cards and edging past