BNP Paribas analyst Kumar Rakesh cautions that weak FY27 guidance, AI-led disruption, and stalled client spending challenge the IT sector’s “value” narrative. While buybacks and dividends provide support, earnings risks remain elevated, making selective stock picking crucial for investors.
Demat account additions hit 9-month high in October as IPO boom draws investors
In October 2026, new demat account additions reached a nine-month high, driven by strong IPO activity. NSDL and CDSL reported adding nearly 3.36 million accounts