While large-cap stocks have lagged their mid- and small-cap peers in recent months, valuation comfort is gradually returning, making asset allocation more important than ever.
At current levels, largecap category remains more attractive on relative valuations, in my view. The broader market indices (both midcap 150 and small cap 250) have seen a positive rally CYTD, and the headline indices are trading at a premium vs their long-term history, but the premium has significantly moderated from the highs of September 2024 levels. In the current environment, a bottom-up stock selection approach across the market cap curve is likely to be rewarded well, with quality blue chips offering a more favourable combination of earnings visibility, governance, and relative valuation comfort.
Bajaj Finance reported a 28% year-on-year net profit increase for the June quarter. Assets under management climbed 24% to ₹5.47 lakh crore as of June-end. The company added 5.1 million new customers during the quarter. Net interest income rose 23% and net total income increased 22%. Bajaj Finance expects to disburse 60-62 million new loans in FY27.
Tata Steel reported a 15% year-on-year rise in Q1 consolidated net profit to Rs 2,318 crore, driven by higher revenue and stronger operating performance. Revenue grew 14%, while profit before tax increased despite higher expenses and exceptional restructuring-related charges during the quarter.
Microsoft shares surged 16% after stronger-than-expected guidance, robust Azure cloud growth and rising Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption eased concerns over AI spending. The company also forecast healthy cash generation, reinforcing investor confidence in its long-term artificial intelligence strategy and cloud leadership.
India’s 3,040 richest individuals hold Rs 104 lakh crore in wealth, nearly 30% of nominal GDP, highlighting growing wealth concentration. The latest report also shows rising participation from young entrepreneurs, women and first-generation founders alongside established business families.
Fusion Klassroom Edutech has successfully secured Rs 11.08 crore from key anchor investors. The company is set to launch its initial public offering on July 31st, with the IPO valued at Rs 39.04 crore, which will remain open until August 4th. Following the offering, shares are expected to be listed on the BSE SME platform on August 7th.
Embassy Office Parks REIT posted 17% growth in Q1 revenue and net operating income, driven by robust leasing from Global Capability Centres and AI firms. The REIT declared a higher distribution, maintained strong occupancy and expanded its development and hospitality pipeline.
The Bank of England decided to keep its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.75 percent. However, three policymakers have pushed for a possible hike amid rising tensions in the Middle East. With inflation expected to touch 3.2 percent later this year, projections indicate that rates will stay above target until early 2028. Thus, the central bank is adopting a cautious, wait-and-see strategy.
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