JPMorgan downgraded Indian equities to neutral from Overweight, warning the Nifty could fall to 20,500 in a bear-case scenario, implying a 15% downside. While the long-term outlook remains intact, near-term risks such as elevated valuations, Iran war uncertainty and energy disruptions persist. The brokerage flagged earnings risks, with analysts cutting FY27 estimates and trimming MSCI India EPS growth forecasts.
ITC shares gain 3% after Q1 results. Here’s why Nomura upgraded the stock to Buy
ITC shares rose 2% after the FMCG major reported June-quarter results, despite a 27% YoY decline in standalone net profit. Revenue grew 28%, while Nomura