ICICI SECURITIES REPORT
SW Solar shares rally 17% after Rs 3,500 crore order from Coal India. Check details
Shares of Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited surged 17% after securing a Rs 3,490 crore solar EPC order from Coal India Limited, along with another project win. Strong order inflows and improved financial performance have boosted investor sentiment, driving sharp near-term gains in the stock.
Slow revenue conversion to dog IT companies as AI queers the pitch
Decline in annual revenue runs at even the biggest in Indian IT, such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Wipro, despite healthy deal pipelines suggests persistence of both slow revenue conversion and discounts spawned by competition from AI, analysts said.
YES Bank Q4 preview: NII to grow up to 12%; PAT estimates diverge. 8 things to watch
YES Bank is poised for a steady Q4FY26 performance, with brokerages forecasting healthy earnings growth driven by stable margins and resilient loan expansion. Analysts anticipate a profit after tax between Rs 765 crore and Rs 1,066 crore, reflecting significant year-on-year growth.
Has Nifty bottomed out? ICICI Securities dissects chart patterns, predicts these 21 stocks could outperform
After an 18-month consolidation and a 16% correction, ICICI Securities says Nifty 50 may have formed a durable bottom, supported by historical patterns and strong technical levels. The brokerage expects potential upside ahead and highlights banks, energy names and select midcaps as likely outperformers in the next market upcycle.
ICICI Bank Q4 preview: PAT to grow up to 6% YoY, NII seen rising up to 8%. 8 things to watch
ICICI Bank is expected to post a steady Q4FY26 performance, with brokerages projecting 2–6% YoY PAT growth and a 4–8% rise in NII. While loan growth and asset quality remain healthy, margins may face mild pressure. Key monitorables include NIM trajectory, deposit trends, credit costs, and provisioning.
HDFC Bank Q4 preview: PAT seen stable with up to 10% YoY growth; NIM pressure persists. 8 things to watch
HDFC Bank is expected to post a steady Q4FY26, with PAT likely growing 6–10% YoY and NIM pressure persisting. Brokerages foresee moderate NII growth, stable asset quality, and healthy deposits. Key monitorables include NIM trajectory, credit costs, loan–deposit gap, and management commentary after the Chairman’s exit.
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Why is stock market rising today? Sensex surges over 600 points, Nifty above 24,350. 6 key factors
Indian markets extended their rally on Thursday, driven by optimism over easing US-Iran tensions and softer oil prices, which lifted investor sentiment. The gains were broad-based across sectors and market segments, with most stocks advancing and volatility easing, although Reliance Industries was among the few laggards.
ICICI Lombard General Insurance shares in focus after Q4 net profit rises 7%. What are Morgan Stanley, HDFC Securities saying?
Shares of ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company are likely to be in focus after reporting stable Q4 FY26 performance, with profit after tax rising 7.3% year-on-year to Rs 547 crore. The company saw improved combined ratio, strong premium growth, and maintained a robust solvency position, while brokerages remained mixed on ratings and target prices.
Earnings vs signals: Q4 results may matter more than they look
The March quarter earnings season arrives at an inflection point, with stable numbers masking underlying economic shifts. Escalation of the Gulf conflict introduced external shocks, with first-order impacts visible in rising input costs. Investors should focus on forward-looking signals as second-order effects are expected to unfold in Q1 FY27.
Why stock market rose today? Sensex soars over 1,200 points, Nifty settles above 24,200. 5 key factors explained
Indian stock markets surged on Wednesday. The Sensex and Nifty saw substantial gains. Easing oil prices and renewed hopes for US-Iran peace talks boosted investor sentiment. Global markets also rallied. This positive momentum added significant value to the total market capitalization. Investors are advised to remain invested despite potential headwinds.
Wipro Q4 Preview: Profit may fall on margin pressures. Is buyback the only thing to cheer?
Wipro is expected to report steady revenue growth but weaker profitability in the March quarter, impacted by wage hikes, acquisition-related costs and subdued discretionary spending. Sequential growth remains muted despite acquisition support, while BFSI shows resilience, and healthcare remains weak. Investors will closely track margins, deal pipeline and AI outlook.
Capital market stocks: Time to change strategy? 10 stocks from different parts of the ecosystem
The capital market infrastructure sector has grown into a full-fledged, publicly-traded ecosystem. Today, investors can pick from exchanges, depositories, registrar and transfer agents, commodity platforms, and at least five asset management companies. All of them listed, all of them profitable, and all of them with the same structural tailwind: The financialisation of Indian household savings. But have we reached a stage where the strategy needs a re-look?
Banks to report steady profit rise as loans grow, treasury drags
Indian banks are expected to report a steady profit rise in the January-March quarter, four brokers said, aided by credit growth and liquidity buffers, while higher bond yields and forex arbitrage curbs weighed on treasury income.
These 10 private and public banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 30% in one year, according to analysts
As far as fundamentals are concerned, most banks have continued to show improvement on critical parameters like NPAs. But if inflation rises and impacts credit growth (which has been an area of some concern), these stocks could take a hit. Now, why we are talking about inflation is obvious: Rising crude oil prices. That’s bad news for the Indian economy and the markets. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components ,earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
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.
NSE's Rs 20,000 crore mega IPO: Who can sell shares via OFS? Check eligibility, deadlines and more
The National Stock Exchange’s Rs 20,000 crore IPO is nearing launch, with a June DRHP filing expected. The issue will be a pure OFS, allowing only shareholders who held fully paid-up NSE shares since June 2025 to sell. Eligible investors must file EOIs by April 27, 2026.
PMS Tracker: March meltdown ensured 97% of strategies sank up to 22%; Money Grow, ASK Investment bled the most
Indian PMS strategies suffered steep losses in March, with 97% delivering negative returns amid a war-led market selloff. Small and midcap strategies were hardest hit, mirroring Nifty’s sharp decline, while only a few debt-oriented and select equity strategies managed marginal gains.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Domestic markets extended gains with Nifty closing above 24,000, led by banking, auto, and consumer stocks. Easing volatility and bullish technical indicators signal strength, while global cues, crude prices, and geopolitical developments remain key factors influencing near-term market direction.
F&O Talk: Nifty's 6% gains are strongest since February 2021. Is it pullback or trend-reversal?
Indian markets concluded the week on a strong note, continuing their upward trend. Buying interest in banking, auto, and consumer stocks fueled the gains. The Nifty50 and BSE Sensex saw significant advances. Volatility eased considerably. Experts provided outlooks for Nifty and Bank Nifty, along with sector-specific strategies for the upcoming week.
After five-day surge, D-Street slips through ceasefire cracks
Indian equity markets experienced a downturn on Thursday, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex falling approximately 1% each. This decline followed renewed geopolitical uncertainty in West Asia, which soured investor sentiment and led to profit booking after a recent rally. Crude oil prices also spiked amid the developing situation.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex ended lower, dragged by financial, auto, and FMCG stocks, while India VIX rose. Analysts see near-term consolidation, maintaining a positive outlook with key resistance at 24,000 and support around 23,500 levels.
Oil retailers losing Rs 21 per litre on petrol and Rs 28 on diesel: Jefferies
Indian state-run oil companies are facing significant losses on fuel sales, with petrol and diesel losses reaching Rs 21 and Rs 28 per litre respectively, despite a recent excise duty cut. Surging global refining margins, driven by Middle East supply disruptions and Russian infrastructure damage, have exacerbated the situation, leading to frozen retail fuel prices.
TCS likely to log highest revenue growth in 9 quarters on weaker rupee
Tata Consultancy Services is poised to report a 4% sequential revenue growth for the March quarter, its highest in nine quarters, largely driven by rupee depreciation. Despite a negative investor sentiment towards the IT sector due to AI advancements and geopolitical tensions, TCS's dollar revenue is expected to see a five-quarter high growth.
The Big Review: Markets near bottom, selective opportunities emerging for FY27
HDFC Securities report highlights India’s macro stability despite global risks, with steady growth, moderating inflation and controlled fiscal trends. Earnings may grow modestly, valuations are cooling, and markets near a bottom, offering selective opportunities supported by domestic liquidity and retail participation.
TCS Q4 Preview: First results after AI-led crash. Will the IT bellwether spook or soothe investors?
Tata Consultancy Services will report its March quarter results soon. Analysts expect steady growth, driven by international markets and strong deal wins. The company's investments in Artificial Intelligence will be a key focus. Investors will watch for guidance on future growth and AI adoption. The IT bellwether's performance will offer insights into the sector's health.
Amazon's Now pivot; Anthropic's revenue surge
Amazon is shuttering its Fresh service in major cities to focus on its quick commerce platform. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
Sensex rises for 4th consecutive day, jumps 510 pts; Nifty above 23,100
Indian stock markets rebounded strongly on Tuesday, with Sensex and Nifty gaining nearly 2% each after recovering from morning lows. This surge, driven by a strong rupee and positive investor sentiment, added Rs 2 lakh crore to the market capitalization. IT stocks led the gains, while India Vix saw a significant decline.
Should investors buy TCS, Infosys ahead of Q4 results or AI risk too big to ignore?
Indian IT stocks face pressure ahead of Q4 results, with Nifty IT down nearly 20% this year. Investors weigh a potential buying opportunity against structural concerns like weak global demand and the significant impact of AI. Brokerages remain cautious, expecting subdued growth and mixed margins, with a focus on FY27 guidance.
Telecom earnings likely to stay subdued in Q4
Telecom operators are poised for a muted March quarter, with analysts anticipating steady underlying growth tempered by fewer operating days and rising energy costs. Investor focus is shifting towards upcoming tariff hikes, expected between 10-20% in the next 3-9 months, and the next phase of capital expenditure.
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