Kotak to buy Deutsche’s India retail, wealth business
Kotak Mahindra Bank is set to acquire Deutsche Bank’s retail, private banking, and wealth management operations in India. This significant deal, involving approximately ₹29,000 crore in loans and ₹16,000 crore in deposits, will bring around 150,000 new customers and 1,000 employees to Kotak. The acquisition aims to bolster Kotak’s focus on affluent and SME clients, […]
Dalal Street bets on a strong July as macro risks begin to fade
Indian equities are poised for a positive July, building on historical trends and recent market strengths. Easing crude oil prices, a stable rupee, and reduced foreign selling are fueling optimism. Analysts anticipate the Nifty could climb 2-3% from current levels, with mid and small-cap stocks expected to lead the rally. Investors are closely watching geopolitical […]
Don’t worry, banks have shock absorbers: RBI
In its bi-annual Financial Stability Report, the RBI flagged concerns over customer service in the insurance sector and again cautioned that rising interconnectedness among financial institutions could act as a potential channel for contagion. The report noted that cybersecurity risks have emerged as a key financial stability concern.
S&P 500, Nasdaq post best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war
Indian markets closed the quarter on a high, mirroring global trends with significant gains for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by optimism around economic and earnings growth. Despite geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the Middle East conflict, investor sentiment remained robust. Technology stocks led the charge, with the Nasdaq celebrating a substantial 21% surge fueled […]
Pankaj Tibrewal sees stronger top-line growth driving India’s next earnings cycle
Indian companies are poised to navigate input cost pressures and sustain growth, with the upcoming earnings season expected to be the next market trigger. Experts anticipate stronger revenue growth than anticipated, driven by price hikes and import substitution in sectors like home improvement. Despite near-term challenges, double-digit Nifty earnings growth is projected, with private banks […]
Saksoft shares rally 50% in one week. Here’s what technical charts indicate
Saksoft shares experienced a significant surge, climbing over 14% on Tuesday and an impressive 50% in a single week. This rally follows a decisive technical breakout from a prolonged consolidation phase, supported by strong volume increases. The stock has rebounded substantially from its May low.
Vedanta Iron & Steel shares extend winning streak, surge 10%; stock up 70% since listing
Vedanta Iron & Steel shares jumped, extending an 11-day winning streak and taking total gains to over 70% since listing earlier this month. The stock debuted at Rs 20 following Vedanta Group’s demerger and has nearly doubled its market cap to about Rs 13,941 crore from Rs 7,821 crore.
Nifty IT hits fresh 52-week low as Infosys, TCS, Wipro & others tumble up to 3%. What’s spooking investors?
The Nifty IT index fell more than 2% to a fresh 52-week low on Tuesday as persistent inflation concerns and uncertainty over the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory weighed on sentiment. Infosys, TCS, Wipro and other IT stocks declined up to 3%, with investors awaiting the sector’s Q1 earnings season.
Motilal Oswal initiates coverage on Tata Capital, gives target price and re-rating triggers
Motilal Oswal has initiated coverage on Tata Capital with a ‘Neutral’ rating and a target price of Rs 390, implying an 8% upside from current levels. The brokerage expects healthy AUM growth and improving profitability but believes the company’s current valuation already reflects its medium-term growth and earnings potential.
Motilal Oswal’s top 4 banking picks ahead of Q1 earnings season. Do you own any?
Motilal Oswal has identified its top banking picks ahead of the Q1 earnings season, anticipating strong MSME credit demand. HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are highlighted for their robust asset quality and profitable growth. State Bank of India leads the PSU pack with aggressive pricing and housing loan strength, while AU Small Finance Bank is […]