The Compass

Margin concerns and high valuations may cap gains for Nestle India

Nestle India reported strong Q4 growth, but rising raw material costs, sustained ad spends and high valuations may limit upside despite volume-led gains

Updated On: 22 Apr 2026 | 11:59 PM IST

ABB valuations leave little room for growth slip-ups despite strong outlook

ABB India shows steady growth and strong order book across sectors, but margin pressures and elevated valuations leave little room for earnings disappointments

Updated On: 21 Apr 2026 | 10:59 PM IST

Strong order book points to improved outlook for Bhel on rising demand

Robust order pipeline and improving execution position BHEL for strong revenue growth, though rising input costs and geopolitical risks may weigh on margins

Updated On: 20 Apr 2026 | 10:29 PM IST

Near-term growth, margin triggers missing in Wipro's Q4 FY26 results

Stable margins and deal wins offer support, but weak guidance, BFSI slowdown and slow deal conversion weigh on near-term outlook

Updated On: 17 Apr 2026 | 11:03 PM IST

ICICI Lombard misses Q4 FY26 estimates on weak investment income

ICICI Lombard General Insurance posts steady Q4FY26 with improved combined ratio and strong premium growth, but weak investment income drags profit below estimates

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

ICICI Prudential Life gains Street favour on Q4 showing, valuations

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance posts strong Q4 with margin expansion, but persistency pressures and channel weakness remain key risks

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 12:04 AM IST

Higher under-recoveries keep Street cautious on OMCs amid crude surge

Rising crude prices and higher under-recoveries are weighing on OMCs, with revised windfall taxes offering limited relief as retail price hikes appear increasingly likely

Updated On: 14 Apr 2026 | 11:11 PM IST

Inflows, outlook remain robust for listed asset management companies

AMC inflows remain strong despite a dip in AUM due to market correction, with steady SIP contributions and retail participation supporting long-term growth outlook

Updated On: 13 Apr 2026 | 10:45 PM IST

Weak demand trends likely to hit power sector in the near term outlook

Muted power demand growth in FY26 may weigh on thermal players, though renewable energy and transmission expansion continue to offer long-term opportunities

Updated On: 10 Apr 2026 | 10:57 PM IST

Rising input costs, West Asia war risks weigh on fertiliser sector margins

Rising input costs, supply risks and subsidy pressures amid West Asia tensions could squeeze margins and impact fertiliser output and agricultural demand

Updated On: 09 Apr 2026 | 11:10 PM IST

Coal India gains hinge on higher e-auction volumes, demand recovery

Coal India's performance depends on higher e-auction volumes and demand recovery amid rising competition, elevated inventories and evolving power sector dynamics

Updated On: 08 Apr 2026 | 11:13 PM IST

Strong outlook may sustain valuations for Godrej Consumer Products

GCPL's Q4FY26 update signals steady demand, broad-based growth and resilient margins, with cost pressures likely but manageable, supporting valuations in a volatile environment

Updated On: 07 Apr 2026 | 11:09 PM IST

DMart Q4 growth strong on store additions; margins remain under pressure

Revenue growth driven by aggressive store additions, but rising costs, weak same-store sales, and quick commerce competition continue to weigh on margins

Updated On: 06 Apr 2026 | 10:23 PM IST

Valuations, expansion plans may drive gains for hotel majors despite risks

Hotel stocks may rebound as valuations correct and expansion plans support growth, despite near-term pressure from weak demand, geopolitical tensions and cancellations

Updated On: 03 Apr 2026 | 11:10 PM IST

Gains ahead for Bharti Airtel on multiple triggers, recent correction

Bharti Airtel may see upside from tariff hikes, data monetisation and Nxtra expansion, with lower capex aiding deleveraging despite recent stock correction

Updated On: 02 Apr 2026 | 10:32 PM IST

Strong order pipeline lifts outlook for listed shipbuilding majors

Robust Navy spending and export orders are driving strong visibility for listed shipbuilders, though risks remain from client concentration and supply chains

Updated On: 01 Apr 2026 | 10:50 PM IST

Defence stocks see strong triggers amid rising capex, fewer concerns

Rising defence spending, strong order books and policy push support outlook for domestic players, even as supply chain and execution risks persist

Updated On: 31 Mar 2026 | 11:08 PM IST

Near-term growth gains for aluminium producers as prices surge

GCC supply disruptions and rising global prices boost outlook for Indian aluminium producers, with integrated players likely to benefit from tighter supply

Updated On: 30 Mar 2026 | 11:06 PM IST

Infosys gains from M&A, valuations offer comfort amid AI-driven shift

Infosys' acquisitions of Optimum Healthcare IT and Stratus Global strengthen AI-led capabilities, while sector valuations remain below historical averages amid ongoing correction

Updated On: 27 Mar 2026 | 11:37 PM IST

Paint majors face near-term margin pressure amid rising crude costs

Rising crude and gas prices are set to squeeze margins of paint companies, even as demand remains stable and firms announce staggered price hikes to offset costs

Updated On: 26 Mar 2026 | 11:19 PM IST