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These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analysts
Over the next few days, as an investor you need to make a clear distinction on one front: Buying happening in a sector at a lower level, and short covering. Why? Because short covering-led upmoves don't sustain. Also remember: Whether an upmove in the broader market will sustain or not also depends on how the Q4 earnings season pans out. As of now, no major trouble spots have emerged.
For investors with ability to think beyond FY27: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential up to 33%
The US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a claim by President Trump that negotiations are not dead in the water, and some tough talk from Iran. Together they ensured that confusion reigned over the fate of the Gulf war, with each cue impacting markets and crude oil prices in different ways. So, uncertainty is still the dominant theme for global markets. But then stock prices have also corrected, so the current situation presents opportunities as well.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 25%
It is tough to think positively about the markets when all the news is about blockades, wars, and everything that can disturb the global economy. But remember this: Whatever its intensity or length, there is enough historical evidence to show that markets have a greater probability of trading at a higher level a few months after a war. And no war in the Gulf has dragged on. So, all one needs is patience – and the ability to think beyond the war.
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Manage short-term risk and volatility for long-term opportunity: 7 stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 32%
There will be many ifs and buts – and a high volatility quotient – when a market is in its initial phase of correction, especially a correction caused by a mix of many reasons. We will only know a bottom has been formed much after it has been formed. And anyone who claims they know when and where the bottom will be formed will most likely be proven wrong. So, rather than thinking about where the Nifty or the Sensex will be at the end of this phase of correction, focus on what to look for in the midst of the volatility.
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These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analysts
Over the next few trading sessions, the direction of indices like the Nifty and Sensex will be determined by news on ceasefire violations and the US-Iran talks. But what will finally decide the market’s trend will be earnings – and the biggest factor impacting earnings is the price of crude oil. So, if there is a flash about a ceasefire violation, but crude oil prices don’t react adversely, then maybe one should wait it out.
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Time to be contrarian, but with one condition: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential up to 32%
Here’s what the street will see in the next couple of days: Discussions on whether the market has bottomed; or if an escalation in the war will lead to further decline. The yardstick used will be the Nifty and Sensex. But ask yourself a simple question: How does the level of these indices matter to a firm with a 25-year track record of producing farm equipment (and a monopoly in certain products)? Or to a pharma company that has just received US FDA approval for a new plant, and will soon start exporting to the US, pumping up earnings? So, with the headlines about the Nifty and Sensex and President Trump’s latest threat, time to think beyond what the world is focusing on.
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5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 26% in 1 year, according to analysts
Here are three questions. First: When will the war end? Second: How long will it take to rebuild destroyed infrastructure? Third: How will the geopolitical situation pan out after? The answers to all three are up in the air. So, there is really no point in trying to figure out what will happen to the global equity markets. There is, however, one fact to consider: The market is in the habit of sharply pricing in events. And the short covering it witnessed on Thursday was perhaps the first indication of what is in the store. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: 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.
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analysts
When will the Gulf war end? No one can answer that with any certainty. But whenever it ends, the probability is that volatility will continue for a while in most emerging markets, including India. We might, in fact, see the Indian market underperforming other markets. The reason we are saying this is because some sectors were facing headwinds even before the war began. And for others, things are not going to be easy.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 25%
The probability is high that the earnings of a large majority of sectors will suffer because of the Gulf war. For instance, sectors where natural gas is a key input were taking a hit in the very first days of the war itself. So, their Q4 numbers will be hit. As the war continues, there are clear indications that gas supplies will remain disrupted for some time to come. For many companies, it could mean trouble even for their Q1 numbers. In fact, sectors like QSR and tourism-related entities may also now come under pressure.
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Macro shock, macro strength: 9 stocks from different sectors but with one common factor, and upside potential of up to 32%
When any conflict in the Gulf region escalates, the market usually reacts first and asks questions later. At this juncture, when every stock has suffered another round of decline, investors are probably thinking about what will happen to their portfolios in light of the ongoing war. That instinct is both natural and understandable. But remember: This war will end and the market will get back to doing what it normally does – reward companies with growth and earnings.
5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 32% in 1 year, according to analysts
At this point of time, there is a cocktail of headwinds impacting equity markets everywhere, but especially so in India. We are currently at the fag end of a period where liquidity has traditionally been lower in the run-up to the financial year ending on March 31. This happens every year around this time. So, the real test for the Indian markets is coming up. How much of what has been happening in the market was because of the domestic liquidity issue and how much was – and is – about the US-Israel-Iran war raging in the Gulf region?
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These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 25%
It might be too early to say anything definitively, but we have the first indication that there is some pressure on US President Trump to end the Gulf war and that he might act on it. The problem, however, is that wars are not tariffs – they are not something that can be changed depending on one person's mood. So, while being optimistic, it would still be prudent to be cautious. Also, given that the impact of the disruption caused by the war in the last one month will be visible in the Q4 numbers, it would be worthwhile to think before placing all your bets on one tweet.
4 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 22% in one year, according to analysts
Another down day and another week when the market has started with a cut. There is, at this juncture, no point in guessing what will happen to the Nifty and Sensex. Because that is dependent on many things which have nothing to do with fundamentals. So, let the storm pass; till then, it would be better to focus on sectors where there is little or no connection with crude oil. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: 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.
Better option in times of volatility and uncertainty: 6 healthcare stocks with upside potential of up to 30%
As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Gulf region, the global investment landscape is once again grappling with rising crude oil prices and supply chain disruptions. For India, which imports over 80% of its oil requirements, the conflict typically translates into inflationary pressure, a widening current account deficit, and heightened market volatility. But even in this environment, there are a few sectors that not only provide a defensive shelter, but also have robust growth engines insulated from external shocks.
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