Polycab India shares jumped 6% to Rs 8,938.70 after the company posted stronger-than-expected Q4 results, triggering a wave of target price hikes by brokerages. Consolidated revenue rose 27% YoY, while EBITDA grew 13%. Analysts said the performance stood out despite geopolitical disruptions, weak March demand and channel destocking, with Citi setting the Street-high target at Rs 10,500.
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