HDFC Defence Fund, India’s only defence sector-focused fund, strategically increased its holdings in BEML and Solar Industries in March. It also introduced Centum Electronics to its portfolio, adding 2.58 lakh shares. While maintaining exposure in 19 stocks, the fund’s asset allocation heavily favors capital goods at 66.76%, followed by chemicals at 15.29%.
Avoiding chemicals and cement stocks; new-age consumption stocks long-term bets: Pratik Gupta
Kotak Securities anticipates a stronger second half for Indian markets, driven by festive demand and favorable monsoons benefiting rural areas. While consumer tech leaders like
August 13, 2025