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What made Nomura turn bullish on Indian IT sector? Abhishek Bhandari answers
Nomura's bullish stance on Indian IT credits G2000 data stabilization, benefiting midcaps like Persistent, Coforge, and Birlasoft. Wipro's new CEO Srini stabilizes leadership and growth. Discretionary cuts stabilize; US rate cuts expected. Coforge-Cigniti deal boosts testing. Annuity-driven businesses grow. Banking portfolios, large deals vital. FY24 saw midcaps grow 10%+. QoQ growth set to improve.
Union Budget 2024: Here is how revenue, fiscal and primary deficit impacts the Indian economy
Union Budget 2024: A revenue deficit arises when a government's day-to-day expenses surpass its total revenue receipts, necessitating borrowing, divestments, or adjustments in taxes to bridge the shortfall. In contrast, a fiscal deficit occurs when government expenditure exceeds its total receipts, influencing aspects like economic growth, price stability, production costs, and inflation.
IT stocks rally up to 4% as an early indicator of Q1 earnings just gave green signals
Indian IT stocks surged following positive results from Accenture, with Persistent Systems leading the gains. Analysts expect a strong demand environment to drive healthy earnings growth.
IT stocks plunge up to 5% on Monday after 8% rally last week. Know how experts view sector!
Nifty IT index fell 2.3% with Coforge and Persistent Systems as top losers, despite Nifty hitting a lifetime high. IT sector has seen recent positive returns but remains a laggard over the quarter.
Unpacking K Krithivasan's first year as TCS CEO
TCS CEO K Krithivasan completed a year in office this month. His term was marked by an unprecedented slowdown in tech demand. The veteran, however, has brought growth and stability for the bellwether. Under his leadership, TCS reached $29.1 billion in annual revenues in the year ending this March, growing at 4.1%.
Will RBI start cutting interest rates from October? Dr Samiran Chakraborty answers
In Citi's house view, we think that the Fed rate cut will start early, so we have put our first RBI rate cut in October, to some extent also factoring that in that if Fed moves earlier, then RBI gets the scope to move as well.
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Will NBFCs drive India's next growth wave? Manish Singh answers
What will this third term bring? Now I do not know any better than you from the announcements so far, but for me, I think that has to come through. If that does not come through, then high valuations will not be sustainable.
Thematic focus on infra, renewables and real estate likely to continue: Harsh Gupta Madhusudan
Chinese valuations are roughly half of India's, but Chinese earnings growth is also significantly lower. The China trade is more tactical and opportunistic.
Top stocks to buy: Bet on companies with healthy net profit margins to remain versatile during uncertain market conditions
The markets are expected to rally if the election results align with expectations. Nonetheless, persistent macro issues and valuation concerns may constrain the upside potential. Analysts suggest that investors capitalise on the current volatility by accumulating quality stocks.
Dell shares slump 18% as heavy AI investments expected to dent margin
Dell's stock is projected to lose over $21 billion in market value, despite having experienced a remarkable 80% surge earlier this year. The company, like many others, has made significant investments in advanced server hardware to accommodate the growing demand for complex artificial intelligence processing.
PwC in major accounting scandal? China may impose record fine on PricewaterhouseCoopers over Evergrande auditing work
China is set to impose a record fine on PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and may suspend some of its local operations due to its involvement in a major financial fraud case with China Evergrande Group. The Ministry of Finance is expected to announce the penalties soon, with a potential fine of at least 1 billion yuan. This move comes amidst heightened scrutiny on financial risks in China, with President Xi Jinping emphasizing the need for stronger financial oversight. PwC's Chinese arm, PricewaterhouseCoopers Zhong Tian LLP, was Evergrande's auditor during the period in question and has faced challenges in other jurisdictions as well.
Optic fiber cable component maker Runaya aims to grow rev to Rs 500 cr over next 3-4 years
The transition to 5G and the associated infrastructure upgrades are driving this demand, with the global market for fiber optic cables expected to grow from $9.2 billion in 2021 to over $12 billion by 2024, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%, according to estimates by the company.
Dr Reddy's, Cipla, Sun Pharma & others to see FY25 revenue boost in key US market, says India Ratings and Research
Indian drugmakers, such as Dr Reddy's, Cipla, and Sun Pharma, are projected to maintain revenue growth in fiscal 2025, driven by drug shortages in the U.S. market. With 233 drugs in short supply, Indian companies are poised to benefit from the challenges faced by U.S.-based generic pharma manufacturers, leading to improved financial performance and increased market share in therapeutic categories.
Divi’s Laboratories shares rally 5% post Q4 results. Should you buy, sell or hold?
Divi’s Laboratories saw a 5% surge in its shares on the BSE during Monday's trading session, reaching a new 52-week high of Rs 4,335. This rise came as brokerages such as Motilal Oswal and InCred expressed bullish sentiment towards the stock, following the company's impressive performance in Q4, where it reported a 68% year-on-year increase in profits, reaching Rs 538 crore.
Eye on AI: Scarlett Johansson sues OpenAI, Microsoft's Copilot+ PCs
The top headlines on AI this week: Scarlett Johansson sues ChatGPT maker OpenAI for using a voice similar to hers, Microsoft's new offering, and what Elon Musk said.
RBI dividend will have economic dividends
RBI came into this windfall because of high interest rates in advanced economies, which may persist before an eventual cyclical inversion. The strength of India's recovery from the pandemic also contributed to the RBI surplus, and monetary policy would be inclined to pursue this course by easing interest rates ahead of the pack. Inflation is offering comfort on the demand side for an interest rate downcycle. Food inflation, less amenable to demand management, remains a concern.
Cube Highways announces Rs 3.94 per unit dividend for Q4
Cube Highways Trust declared an annual distribution per unit (DPU) of Rs 10.09 for FY24, with plans to acquire seven road assets, including six based on NHAI's Hybrid Annuity Model for revenue stability.
Stock Radar: Multibagger in 1 year! Momentum likely to continue in this capital goods stock; time to buy?
BEML surged 195%, hitting record highs. Traders advise holding for potential 5000 levels, supported by chart pattern, strong momentum, positive Q4 results, technical analysis, positive volume activity, and sustained outperformance against NIFTY.
Is it a good time to bottom fish in IT and banking stocks? Surjitt Singh explains
Surjitt Singh of PGIM India PMS discusses playing BFSI through differentiated themes, underweight banking and IT sectors. Market influenced by earnings season, government stability, and sectoral views. Positive on auto, healthcare, building materials. Concerns about real estate valuations. Metal pack showing signs of recovery. Overweight on hospitals and CDMO manufacturers in healthcare sector.
Acceleration of biosimilar business, debt reduction to be key priorties in FY25: Biocon Chief
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw of Biocon aims to consolidate, accelerate biosimilar business, and reduce debt after Viatris acquisition in FY25. Mazumdar-Shaw anticipates expanding its market share for biosimilar products across the US, Europe, and emerging markets, coupled with the possibility of introducing new products in the fiscal year 2025.
Downsides of coalition govt are as exaggerated as virtues of single-party rule
Most people equate a government by a single party that enjoys a majority in Parliament with political stability, efficient decision-making and living happily ever after. In this view, coalitions carry the risk of instability, erratic policy and economic woes. India's own recent history shows that such views are unfounded.
Akshay Tritiya: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Bhima Jewellers, and Kalyan Jewellers report strong sales
Jewellers from South India such as Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Bhima Jewellers, and Kalyan Jewellers saw strong demand during this year's Akshay Tritiya. Malabar Gold and Diamonds reported a 39% increase in sales, totaling Rs. 1361 crore. Kalyan Jewellers also noted robust revenue growth, with Bhima Gold experiencing over 50% sales growth compared to last year.
Post Ukraine, India has been best in managing inflation: Marico MD Saugata Gupta
Marico saw its domestic volume rise 3% during the March quarter with flat revenue while gross margins expanded 417 basis points. The company said the market will be slightly inflationary, which could warrant a slight price increase. Last month, it hiked 6% in Parachute and said it will not dampen demand for the hair oil brand.
Marico on course to deliver double-digit constant currency growth in international business: Saugata Gupta
Marico CEO discusses market share dynamics, rural recovery, deflation impact, and strategy focusing on premium segments. The company targets double-digit revenue growth, digital business expansion, and sustainable scale-up of Beardo and Plix portfolios. Gupta says: "We expect the digital business also to get into at least a double-digit EBITDA by FY27 with a 2x times growth and we believe that this business will contribute to, which is now 20%, over the next three years will be 25% of our overall portfolio in India."
A starter library for entrepreneurs, as recommended by Popcorn and Company’s Vikas Suri
Vikas Suri, CEO and founder, Popcorn and Company, is an ardent reader of business books but there is one line – from Mike Michalowicz’s Profit First – that has left the greatest impact.
Fight climate change with fiscal discipline
The transition to clean energy requires enormous public investment in electricity generation and distribution, in addition to the far larger expense of mitigating the damage caused by rising temperatures.
India needs intensive action on economy, not policy paralysis: Nirmala Sitharaman takes dig at Congress
Stressing that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a target for 'Viksit Bharat 2047', she said development doesn't happen by default or without effort. Addressing an event organised by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India - Bengaluru Chapter, Sitharaman said, "It is a sea change between what we inherited in 2013-14 and 2024...where we have reached today.
Ready to support Pakistan to improve its economic situation: IMF
IMF is ready to aid Pakistan in crucial reforms for economic growth. Jihad Azour stresses fiscal work, energy sector reform, and structural changes. Pakistan seeks to enhance revenue, reduce deficits, and improve economic stability. The last review was successful and will be put forward to the board, which will end a programme that helped Pakistan address acute economic imbalances and maintain its economic stabilities, the IMF official hoped.
Stability AI CEO Emad Mostaque exits startup ‘hollowed out’ by departures, mismanagement
Stability AI CEO Mostaque resigns, leaving a turbulent legacy. The startup grapples with leadership changes, financial strains, and operational hurdles. Uncertain future looms despite efforts to pivot and stabilize amidst fierce competition in the AI landscape.
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