ICICI Securities has suggested 19 stock ideas to invest in realty and capex themes, citing a broad-based upcycle in the area as one driver. The brokerage predicted the end of the interest rate hike cycle would trigger further investment and that a recent expenditure push by the Indian government had fuelled real estate investments. It cited data indicating that household investments in real estate had contributed hugely to the post-pandemic economic rebound alongside strong aggregate sales. The report also noted robust real estate absorption, with resilient real estate prices driving absorption, and a trend towards robust real estate demand by households.
Ather Energy IPO crosses the line in final hours of Day 3; retail portion booked 1.55 times
Ather Energy’s Rs 3,000-crore IPO achieved full subscription on its final day, driven by strong institutional demand, although grey market signals remained weak. Retail investors