Industry Report

Analysts see big boom in battery storage; RIL, Waaree among key gainers

With 100GWh, 20GWh and 12GWh of planned capacities respectively, these players are set to benefit from what Nuvama calls an imminent J-curve demand breakout, reaffirming its 'Buy' rating on the theme.

Updated On: 12 Dec 2025 | 9:44 AM IST

Nuvama bets on HDFC AMC, KFin as SIPs hold firm, lump-sum flows rebound

Nuvama highlighted that monthly systematic investment plan (SIP) inflows stayed near record levels at ₹29,400 crore, showing only marginal softening

Updated On: 12 Dec 2025 | 9:14 AM IST

Outlook bright for auto financiers, but valuations may cap upside: Analysts

Vehicle financiers gain double digits in FY26 as AUM, NIMs and auto loan demand rise. Analysts turn positive on Shriram Finance, M&M Finance, Cholamandalam Investment, and Bajaj Finance

Updated On: 12 Dec 2025 | 8:52 AM IST

How to play the capital market theme? Analysts prefer Exchanges over AMCs

Capital market stocks to buy in India: Analysts prefer exchanges and intermediaries over AMCs citing strong operating leverage, rising retail participation, record SIP inflows

Updated On: 10 Dec 2025 | 10:50 PM IST

YES Sec picks top hotel stocks as it sees higher room rates in metro cities

Hotel prices in India's metro cities are likely to remain firm due to limited supply additions, even as higher room availability in tier-2 markets may cap rate growth, YES Securities said.

Updated On: 10 Dec 2025 | 2:34 PM IST

Elara bets on NTPC, Power Grid; sees hydro sector on strong long-term path

Elara prefers regulated public-sector utilities such as NTPC and Power Grid Corporation, citing assured returns from regulated assets and a strong capacity-addition pipeline

Updated On: 10 Dec 2025 | 7:17 AM IST

Insurance sector on upswing; brokerages forecast 9-10% FY26 retail APE rise

MOFSL has named Max Financial Services Ltd (MFSL), the parent of Max Life Insurance, as its preferred pick in the sector

Updated On: 09 Dec 2025 | 10:09 AM IST

Telcos poised for next tariff hike in Dec; Airtel to challenge for top spot

Motilal Oswal remains positive on the telecom sector and maintains 'Buy' ratings on Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio via Reliance Industries

Updated On: 09 Dec 2025 | 9:11 AM IST

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: Defence; check top bets, target here

According to Motilal Oswal, defence electronics continues to see long-term demand for radars, avionics, communication systems and electronic warfare solutions

Updated On: 09 Dec 2025 | 7:48 AM IST

Phillip Capital sees brighter colours for paints sector; check top picks

According to Phillip Capital, the risk reward is now favourable for market leaders that are well positioned to navigate near-term volatility and benefit from the revival in India's paint demand

Updated On: 09 Dec 2025 | 7:44 AM IST

Jio IPO to drive 15% tariff hike, boost sector FCF, says JM Financial

JM Financial values Jio at about $140 billion in equity ($153 billion enterprise value) and argues that the IPO will reinforce the "free cash flow growth story"

Updated On: 08 Dec 2025 | 12:08 PM IST

Buy the dips in auto ancillary stocks for long-term gains, say analysts

Auto ancillary stocks have surged in FY26 on the back of strong November 2025 auto sales and a GST rate cut. Analysts see medium-term upside but advise selective investing as valuations turn rich

Updated On: 08 Dec 2025 | 12:03 PM IST

Defence pack set for strong momentum; budget boost, exports to drive growth

Motilal Oswal remains positive on Bharat Electronics, Hindustan Aeronautics and Bharat Dynamics, assigning 'Buy' ratings with target prices of ₹500, ₹5,800 and ₹2,000, respectively

Updated On: 08 Dec 2025 | 11:06 AM IST

Auto ancillaries to outpace OEMs, says Elara; check key drivers, top picks

Elara identified four factors critical for auto ancillary companies to outperform OEMs: product expansion, segment expansion, geographic expansion and inorganic initiatives

Updated On: 08 Dec 2025 | 10:20 AM IST

B&K Securities positive on Indian stock exchanges; initiates 'Buy' on BSE

According to B&K Securities, Indian exchanges-- BSE, NSE--are structurally well-placed as market depth and product maturity increase.

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 8:06 AM IST

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: Capital goods; check top stock bets here

Motilal Oswal said that stable execution and rising export momentum could shape capital goods sectors' H2FY26 outlook

Updated On: 03 Dec 2025 | 10:51 AM IST

Auto sector rides on GST 2.0, festive demand; Nirmal Bang names top picks

The brokerage said most major OEMs reported double-digit year-on-year volume growth, aided by festive spillover, GST 2.0-led affordability, improved rural sentiment and robust export demand

Updated On: 03 Dec 2025 | 8:51 AM IST

Small, mid-sized real estate players may outperform: Emkay; check top bets

Best real estate stocks to buy: Emkay Global assigned a 'Buy' rating on Lodha Developers, Sunteck Realty, and Arvind Smartspaces, an 'Add' rating on DLF, and a 'Reduce' rating on Oberoi Realty

Updated On: 02 Dec 2025 | 11:05 AM IST

Nomura backs Indian AMCs amid retail surge; Nippon Life, HDFC AMC top picks

Nomura expects healthy net inflows to continue as AMCs roll out new offerings such as specialised investment funds (SIFs) and extend their reach deeper into tier-II and tier-III markets

Updated On: 02 Dec 2025 | 10:46 AM IST

Nomura sees re-rating potential in Indian Banks; Axis, ICICI, SBI top picks

The brokerage argued that the profitability downcycle, marked by several quarters of net interest margin (NIM) compression and elevated credit costs, is now behind the sector.

Updated On: 02 Dec 2025 | 8:39 AM IST