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Nikita Vashisht is a business journalist tracking equity markets for Business Standard. She writes stories based on fundamental analysis of stocks of banking, aviation, FMCG, infrastructure, real estate, and new-age companies. Occasionally, she also writes on investment strategies for mutual fund investors. Nikita holds a degree in journalism, and business management, and is a certified fundamental and technical analyst for stocks and commodities.
Nikita Vashisht is a business journalist tracking equity markets for Business Standard. She writes stories based on fundamental analysis of stocks of banking, aviation, FMCG, infrastructure, real estate, and new-age companies. Occasionally, she also writes on investment strategies for mutual fund investors. Nikita holds a degree in journalism, and business management, and is a certified fundamental and technical analyst for stocks and commodities.
Analysts at Shriram AMC warn that LNG supply disruption due to the Iran war may hurt India Inc earnings more than crude oil shortages
Analysts are positive on AC stocks amid strong summer demand outlook, though they caution that LPG/PNG shortages and rising input costs could impact production in near-term
LPG shortage triggered by Strait of Hormuz disruption is forcing QSR kitchens to shut or cut menus. Analysts say earnings may take a hit in Q4FY26 but advise investors not to panic
LPG supply disruption could slow Zomato and Swiggy order volumes as restaurants cut operations. Motilal Oswal expects a temporary impact on food delivery growth
AI could transform NBFC lending and drive faster growth, according to Nomura. The brokerage has initiated coverage on Piramal Finance, L&T Finance, Tata Capital and HDB Financial.
Banking stocks witnessed a sharp decline today as West Asia conflict raised oil-linked inflation risks. Nifty Bank index fell 1.8 per cent on the NSE led by Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank
Analysts at Anand Rathi see strong long-term growth in India's renewable energy sector. They have initiated coverage on Emmvee Photovoltaics with 'Buy' and Vikram Solar with 'Hold' ratings
InterGlobe Aviation shares gained today even as CEO Pieter Elbers stepped down. Analysts say operational stability and Iran conflict remain key monitorables ahead
Tata Mutual Fund advises staggered investment in gold and silver as the Iran conflict fuels geopolitical uncertainty and strengthens safe-haven demand
ICICI Securities has initiated coverage on HDB Financial with a 'Buy' rating and a target of ₹900. The brokerage cites strong parentage of HDFC Bank and robust NBFC growth outlook as key triggers
Analysts at BNP Paribas said Eternal and Swiggy shares are attractive after the correction, projecting strong upside in stocks, as AI disruption and competition risks appear overstated
With AI concerns continuing to put pressure on Indian IT stocks, analysts at HSBC expect Infosys and HCLTech's FY27 guidance could be the key catalyst for the sector
Karnataka's new alcohol policy may benefit United Spirits and United Breweries as tax reforms and pricing flexibility could drive premiumisation, analysts said
Brent crude oil has topped the $100-mark which may trigger a 10 per cent fall in Nifty, warns ICICI Securities. Rising oil prices could widen India's trade deficit and push inflation higher
Nifty FMCG index dropped 2.4 per cent today as commodity prices rise amid Iran war. Nomura warned that higher input costs could hurt margins of HUL, GCPL and Colgate Palmolive in Q1FY27
ICICI Securities says Indian units of global firms like HUL and Nestle India command premium valuations, making domestic listings a value unlocking strategy
AWL Agri has cracked 80% from its peak, and registered 16 new life-time lows this year, after the stock dipped below its listing day low on Jan 9. The previous record low was ₹227, hit on Feb 8, 2022.
Iran war impact: Nomura sees windfall gains for refiners like RIL but margin squeeze for Indian Oil, BPCL and HPCL amid rising crude and gas disruptions
Motilal Oswal sees 40 per cent upside in Crompton Greaves share price. The brokerage has a 'Buy' rating on stock noting premium fan growth, solar expansion, and entry into wires segment as key drivers
Iran-Israel-US war may disrupt chemical supply chains and raise prices, says Emkay Global. Brokerage advises investors to pick chemical stocks with lower Middle East exposure