CLSA expresses caution regarding Indian FMCG companies, particularly in the Home and Personal Care sector, citing high PE ratios amidst slowing growth and declining returns. Valuations appear detached from growth, raising concerns about margin sustainability due to increasing competition and evolving distribution dynamics. The brokerage downgraded Godrej Consumer and remains wary of Hindustan Unilever and Marico.
Banks unlikely to reduce deposit rates despite RBI easing
Following the latest repo rate decrease, bankers foresee only slight adjustments to deposit rates. The landscape, characterized by sluggish savings yields and elevated credit-deposit ratios,