PB Fintech shares rose 4% after Bernstein retained its Outperform rating and Rs 2,310 target price, despite the stock’s sharp fall following IRDAI’s proposed ban on dark patterns. The brokerage expects lower insurance take rates, revenue and profit estimates, while cost rationalisation could provide some cushion. IRDAI’s draft framework also proposes sweeping changes to insurance distribution and commission structures.
Will RBI announce steep rate hikes? Nomura sees up to 50 bps increase by Dec, dismisses 125 bps hike fears
Nomura expects the RBI to pursue a limited tightening cycle, with a possible 50 bps rate hike by December, as food and energy pressures rise