Gold and silver are stabilising after steep declines triggered by the West Asia conflict, but the fragile ceasefire has kept traders cautious. While easing crude prices and a softer dollar offer relief, experts say sustained gains will depend on inflation trends, Fed policy signals and whether geopolitical tensions continue to cool.
A wave of IPO lock-in expiries is set to hit Dalal Street, with 81 companies unlocking nearly $70 billion worth of shares over the next three months, though large-scale selling may be limited as promoters are likely to retain holdings.
Analysis shows that six of these stocks have dropped 20-40% from their previous levels, highlighting significant corrections in the high-value segment.
Affordable housing finance stocks are nearing a turning point. Bernstein highlights attractive valuations and improving growth and asset quality. HomeFirst and Aadhar Housing Finance are named as preferred investments. The sector is poised for a turnaround, offering significant upside potential for investors. This presents a favorable entry point for the segment.
Markets are showing signs of a short-term bottom as geopolitical tensions ease, leading to a sharp equity bounce. Expert Neeraj Dewan sees opportunities in largecap blue chips and PSU banks, while also noting value in private lenders. The recent correction may attract foreign institutional investors back to India, with metals remaining a strong play.
After strong outperformance by PSU banks over the past year, Nomura turns cautious and prefers a shift to private banks, citing better risk-reward despite PSU banks’ gains driven by improved fundamentals.
KEC International shares rose sharply on Thursday after the company won Rs 2,518 crore in new orders across civil, transportation and T&D businesses. The newly secured contracts span multiple segments, reinforcing its presence in both domestic and international markets. A standout highlight came from its civil business, which bagged its largest-ever commercial real estate order from a prominent developer in Western India.
Following a March selloff, banking stocks like SBI and HDFC Bank have seen sharp April recoveries, prompting analysts to evaluate their valuations. While both banks show strong fundamentals, HDFC Bank is seen as more attractive from a risk-reward perspective due to post-merger synergies and improving operational efficiencies.
Oil prices rebounded Thursday after a significant drop, as uncertainty surrounding the Middle East ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz restrictions persisted. Despite hopes for de-escalation, ongoing regional tensions and attacks on oil infrastructure are expected to keep prices elevated and markets volatile.
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