Investors are cautiously optimistic across sectors. Siddhartha Khemka of Motilal Oswal sees strength in chemicals and fertilizers, with Coromandel International and PI Industries favored. He expects a steady quarter for SBI, citing strong asset quality. The metals outlook is turning positive, with Tata Steel benefiting from domestic demand and global cues. Khemka has a buy rating on Tata Steel.
AU Small Finance Bank Q2 profit jumps 53% to Rs 858 crore
AU’s gross non-performing assets ratio fell 42 basis points (bps) to 1.99% at the end of September. This helped in 25% lower provision at Rs