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Haitong expects strong growth to persist well beyond FY27, driven by opportunities especially in oil & gas, semiconductors, and steel. It also believes the company’s growth prospects, earnings visibility, and cash flow support a premium valuation.

Bitcoin hovered near $110,000 on Monday as easing geopolitical tensions and renewed institutional interest lifted crypto markets. The global crypto market cap rose 2% to $3.46 trillion, with Bitcoin up 2.1% and Ethereum gaining 3.6%. Analysts see resistance at $112,000, while altcoins like Avalanche, Cardano, and Dogecoin jumped up to 5%. Optimism around regulation, reduced supply, and corporate adoption supported the bullish momentum.

Rajesh Bhatia of ITI MF anticipates accelerated growth in life insurance. Regulatory concerns are easing. Companies are poised to capture market share from LIC. Valuations are attractive. Bhatia is less enthusiastic about general and health insurance. Global cost of capital poses a risk to PE multiples.

A total of six large and midcap stocks from the Nifty200 index hit fresh 52-week highs on Monday amid broader market momentum fuelled by EU tariff deadline delay and RBI s record dividend transfer to the government

Amidst market volatility triggered by global cues like Moody s US credit outlook downgrade, the broader market tone remains positive, particularly for banking and financials. Ajit Mishra suggests focusing on sectors with strong potential, such as defence, driven by indigenisation and export opportunities. He advises retail investors to have clear entry and exit strategies, emphasizing fundamentally strong stocks.

UBS remains optimistic about gold, anticipating diversification to drive prices higher, with potential for reallocation from US assets. Despite a recent price dip, strong support is expected, fueled by broad demand and limited supply. Credit rating cuts for the US could further boost gold prices, though portfolio allocation strategies depend on individual factors.

Angel One s Sneha Seth anticipates Nifty facing resistance around 25,100-25,150, with potential to reach 25,300-25,400 upon breaching this level. Support is expected in the 24,800-24,900 range. Seth highlights auto and banking sectors as promising, with IT and metal also showing leadership, suggesting a positive bias and a buy on dips strategy.

Gillette India posted a 60% rise in third-quarter profit on Monday, driven by strong demand for its grooming products.