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Comeback Trail: After IT, time for large private banks to make a comeback? 6 top private banks with an upside potential of upto 40%
Today, because one private sector bank and some of the PSU banks are under pressure, the bank nifty is trading in the red. Because the bank in question, Kotak Mahindra bank has come under pressure due to one specific development which tends to be eye-catching, the whole narrative shifts to something which is not related to the core business of banking. If one leaves aside what is happening in the banks today and looks at a slightly broader picture, probably there are underlying indications of something else. A probability of a tactical investment opportunity building in the private sector banks taking place. Look at the leaders from that space, HDFC bank which has been at the forefront of getting all negative news is pretty much close to its earlier highs.
Power Book II: Ghost Season 4 Part 2 - Complete episode schedule and what to expect
"Power Book II: Ghost" remains a dominant force on television screens as it nears its midseason finale in its final 10-episode stretch. This spinoff from the original "Power" series, which concluded in 2020, continues to captivate audiences.
'Touch': Where, when and how to watch it before release and that too free of cost?
In collaboration with Focus Features, 'Collider' hosts an early screening of 'Touch,' directed by Baltasar Kormakur. The film follows Kristofer, played by Egill Olafsson.
BJP task force to study debacle in Uttar Pradesh, take candidates' feedback
Non-cooperation from state government employees to the sitting MPs, party workers working against them, and the false narrative that the Constitution would be changed were among the prominent reasons cited by the BJP's Lok Sabha candidates of Uttar Pradesh for the party's poor performance in their respective seats, sources said.
Smallcaps: Narrative might go against them, but if chosen with right filters, don't bother, 5 stocks from different sectors with long term perspective
When investing in stock markets, it’s crucial to make the distinction between high-quality and poor-quality businesses across the small, mid, and large-cap spectrums, as well as the difference between the intrinsic value of a stock and the overall value of the company. Certain niche small businesses may still generate significant returns over time if they are held long enough. On the other hand, if one's approach to small-cap investments is merely based on the absolute value of a stock with hopes of a tenfold increase, then it's a misconception. Stock market investing, whether in small, mid, or large caps, should not be driven by unrealistic expectations; otherwise, it leads to nothing but undue stress, rather than substantial returns.
Smallcaps: Don't be afraid of narrative against them, but surely check critical points: 5 stock from different sectors for long-term investors
Soon after election results, there was and probably still there is chatter on the street that small caps are not going to see the same kind of performance as they have seen in the last two years. Can anyone argue against a broad based statement ? Probably, No. But then expecting a small cap rally all the time is also incorrect. There are more than 2000 small caps stocks, a handful are actually worth looking at and even fewer worth having in a portfolio. If one is able to get the right of the small cap stock then the returns are extremely high, but at the same time, risk of getting it wrong and capital erosion is ever present. At times when one cannot rule our phases of volatility, for investors looking for small caps, some rules need to be followed to avoid wrong decisions of buying in haste or selling in panic.
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Will short-term narrative against PSU banks bring back mojo to private sector banks: 5 banks with an upside potential of up to 24%
One of the sectors where the election results hit hard was the PSU banking space. Two reasons, the stocks had done well in the last one year and had been sitting on big gains, so there is bound to be some nervous selling. Second, they have been seen as following a certain discipline and it is being assumed that because it is a coalition government than probably some amount of laziness might creep in. Well, only time will tell whether it creeps it or not. The hard fact is that in the short term a tactical trade might emerge in banking space, which is incremental money which comes into the banking sector, flows into private sector banks as compared to PSU banks stocks. Another reason why this could happen, over the last three years these private sector banks have under performed on a relative basis. Although they are still heavily owned by institutional investors, the ones who have not sold in the last three years are unlikely to be in a hurry to sell even now. So, for a short term tactical trade, it would be worthwhile to have them on your watchlist.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 41%
The street has got what it was looking for, exit polls predicting a win of NDA which essentially continues the policy making framework which has been in place for the last ten years and has been working well for the economy. There is another thing which will happen, there are going to be some areas which will get more focus in the coming days. So, next we might see some sectors and stocks doing extremely well, while others may continue to be laggards. These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 39%
Just before the start of the final phase of the general elections 2024 was to take place, there was a clear indication that it is bulls who are in control of the market. There are no two opinions, that a continuity in policy making will make the markets move upward very sharply. A glimpse of that will come in Monday’s trading session, when the impact of the exit poll result gets played out. So, with the base case assumption that the policy making will continue, we take things forward but continue with our principle stand that If one is taking fresh exposure to equity, ensure that there is some level of quality as far as the business and fundamentals are concerned.These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Staying with good business & strong management: 5 largecap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 37%
After a phase of calm, volatility is back on the street. Somehow word volatility got associated with bearish trend, while it might appear strange to some, the fact is that even volatility has a bias and that can be toward bulls also. That is the reason why in this volatile phase, Nifty made a new high. So, rather than fearing a word it is better to understand it. Similarly when it comes to investing, it is important to understand that while events can impact the price in the short term. In the long term, things which matter is the underlying business, strength and quality of the balance sheet, ability and experience of the management. Whether it is pre-election or post election, always have a look at the above three when investing your hard earned money.
Has the narrative shifted? Will the unthinkable happen on June 4?
Whispers that the BJP is in trouble have gathered steam after five rounds of polling. Is the new narrative a ploy by the Opposition to fire up its support base or is winter coming for the ruling party?
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 39%
While it is always better to focus on what is happening to the individual stocks, there times it becomes “a must” before taking any decision. The reason, there is a possibility of greater divergence in how the broader market indices like Nifty and Sensex move and how the individual stocks and sector perform. A week before the election results, the way the market is panning out, it is clear that the street is working with the base case scenario of policy continuity. So, next we might see some sectors and stocks doing extremely well, while others may continue to be laggards. These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Power stocks: Stay with the re-rated ones in Modi 2.0 for next round in 3.0, just hedge a bit, 5 stocks with upside potential of upto 23%
In the last ten years there have been many sectors which have come out of their troubled past, but the power sector probably stands out for multiple reasons. First, moving out of trouble not only meant that power companies were able to stand on their own feet, but also a big amount of NPA which the banks were saddled with was due to power companies being in the red. So, the health of the power sector, especially the private companies, has seen an improvement. Because there are a large number of PSUs in the power sector, due to policy push and changes in the policy a number of them have seen better performance. Now because any sector where the government and its policies have played an important role in terms of revival, the continuation of the policy framework becomes critical for the sector. So in such a sector, shareholders should hedge before the election results so that their decisions are not impacted by the narrative that FPI are selling due to polls.
Can AAP and Congress grab LS seats from BJP in Delhi?
Madhavan Narayanan, a Senior Journalist, discusses the election dynamics . He says for 2014 election was a lot about strong leadership and attempted end to corruption. 2019 was Pulwama and some of the national security issues, along with a certain benefit of doubt given to Mr Modi for his decisive personality. Now, those factors are absent. Instead, we have the electoral bonds verdict, inflation and unemployment in varying degrees
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 44%
After a short phase where bears were seen on the street, at least on the index level bulls were back in control as they touched a new high. Given the event risk in terms of election results, the market breadth might remain probably in equilibrium territory till the time exit polls come. In this short period if one is not a trader and knows how to hedge, it would be better to be cautious before investing. If one is taking fresh exposure to equity, ensure that there is some level of quality as far as the business and fundamentals are concerned.These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Infrastructure stocks: Stay bullish, hedge to participate in next round of re-rating: 6 infra stock with an upside potential of up to 39%
Among the sectors which have seen a strong re-rating in the last five years, probably infrastructure is amongst the top ones. Like many other sectors here also the re-rating has been largely due to policy push and government spending. If one looks at the performance of the companies in the last five years, there has been clearly strong growth across the board. So, policy continuity becomes critical for this sector and the stocks. The
Strong balance sheet & long runaway of sectoral growth: 5 largecap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 37%
When investing in any stocks, be it a large, small or medium cap there has to be one strong reason why one should invest in. It could be a strong balance sheet, strong brand, long runway of growth for the sector. Because if one of these are present in a company then the short term volatility in the market does not matter. They come and go and finally these stocks are able to deliver returns. Especially at a time when the index is forming a new high and sentiment all bullish, it is more important to stay cautious because however strong a bull run might be, it has phases of correction like the one we saw in March and as recently as last week. If one is staying with quality stocks, the probability of faster recovery when bulls are back is high. We look at 5 stocks from different places where either one or more of the three things are present.
I know system aligned against lower castes as my grandmother, father were PM: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi highlighted the systemic alignment against lower castes, drawing from his family's political legacy. He emphasized the need for representation of 90% of the population in power structures.
Staying bullish and hedging go hand in hand: 5 mid cap stocks from different sectors with potential upside of up to 39%
At this point of time when the street is juggling with its own fear and anxiety and waiting for the election results, the mid-caps segment of the market is witnessing some profit booking/ rational shifting/ consolidation. A part of that is happening because of the fact that the street is reacting and adjusting to Q4 numbers. The way stocks are moving, there is no one trend in mid-cap space. So there are many sub segments which are getting formed in mid-cap space and given the mix of head and tailwinds, this segmentation is likely to stay till election results. So, one will have to do two things, one be bullish but be more selective and focus on managing risks and hedge for short term and think from long term perspective.
Stock picks of the week: 4 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 29 %
It is after a long period of time that both bulls and bears are visible on the street at the same time and waiting to make the next move. A strong directional move will only come after election results. Before that it is very likely that the market would stay in range bound mode. During this period it would be better to stay with selected stocks, have at your portfolio and do a rejig with focus on fundamentals of the sector and the stocks. These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Railways stocks: Stay bullish, just hedge a bit to avoid mistake of selling in haste: 7 outperforming railways stocks across different segments
Even the best of the rational brain can make wrong decisions when there is too much noise which gets created due to a narrative. Now for the last few days a narrative has been created that due to polls, FPI are selling. These kinds of narratives tend to hit the sector and stocks which are sitting with big gains and are dependent on government policy push. Railways was among the last sectors to get re-rated due to the policy focus. Whether it was companies which are financing the expansion of railways or private sector companies which are making coaches, all of them have done extremely well. Given the fact the railways is likely to be the focus area, the long term story remains intact. Only thing is that one might end up selling the long term winner early because of the narrative. Rather than getting jittery, it would be better to create a hedge and stay with the stocks where there has been a big change in the fundamental ways things operate and the sector has a long runway.
Stock picks of the week: 4 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 40%
After the recent phase of the volatility, there has been a bounce back in Nifty and sensex. Along with them there has also been an improvement in the market breadth as more number of stocks were able to inch upward. But this is not enough to say the volatile phase is over. At this point of time, one cannot rule out more profit booking ahead of election results. If one is taking fresh exposure to equity, ensure that there is some level of quality as far as the business and fundamentals are concerned and keep a long term perspective. These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Risk-adjusted returns in rural-linked stocks could be quite significant: Anshul Saigal
Lots of segments are monopolies in this space and there is bound to be interest in this space. There will be further interest in this space and there could be further upsides. Again, easy money has been made, but there is still money on the table and one will have to choose pockets.
"Never misused mandate, want '400-Paar' to...": Amit Shah refutes Opposition's narrative
Amot Shah's remarks came after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's statement in which he referred to BJP and said that a political party has allegedly promised in its poll campaign that if they win the elections, they will be uprooting the Constitution.
Focussed ‘underlying business’ approach of long-term investing: 5 non-Nifty largecap stocks with upside potential of up to 39%
Whether one accepts it or not, when someone uses the word large cap, first names which would come to mind would be nifty stocks. Because somehow the word large cap has become synonymous with nifty stocks. But the fact is that the world of large caps is much bigger and there are stocks which have been able to show strong out performance in troubled times of volatility, we take a look at them. When it comes to long term investing in the same industry, some players are able to show better performance in terms of growth. This could be because of belonging to a strong group, because the management had set the business in a way that it is able to take headwinds or the market size is so large that growth is bound to make and it comes with better margins to efficient players. We take a look at 5 stocks where the underlying business is strong and good to own business for the long term.
From medium term perspective : 5 midcap stocks from different sectors with potential upside of up to 35% in one year
But it is times like this when an event is about to take place and narratives are floating in the market that one ends up making the wrong decision. So, one will have to do two things, one be bullish but be more selective and focus on managing risks.
Defence stocks: Stay bullish, just hedge a bit to avoid narrative-based decisions; 4 stocks with upside potential of up to 33%
One of the sectors which has seen strongest re-rating in the last four years has been defence. Now in the last few days, the way markets have corrected and a narrative has come on the street that it is poll jitters which is making FPI sell, without realizing the fact that after a strong phase of upward movement, the global money tends to move in one from one country to another, especially in emerging market segment, it might lead to a situation where one might end up selling the long term winner early because of the narrative. Rather than getting jittery, it would be better to create a hedge and stay with the stocks where there has been a big change in the fundamental ways things operate.
Richard III's infamous legacy: Unraveling a 500-year-old mystery with modern methods
Philippa Langley challenges the traditional narrative surrounding Richard III's alleged murder of the Princes in the Tower, arguing that there is insufficient evidence to support this claim. Her book, "The Princes in the Tower," takes a true-crime approach to the mystery and questions whether Richard III was a murderer or a victim of historical rumor and prejudice. Langley's research is based on archival evidence and argues that the boys were alive when Richard was crowned, suggesting they were later given false identities by the Tudor government.
Singur Tata Motors' Nano plant controversy remains key focus in Hooghly election chatter
Sixteen years post an anti-land acquisition movement that forced the Tata Nano car plant out of Singur, the issue of industrialization remains central in the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Two film celebrities, running for TMC and BJP, vow to rejuvenate industry in the region. Hooghly district, encompassing the Singur area, gained national attention in 2006-2007 during the anti-land acquisition movement against the former Left Front government.
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