Indian equities to outperform despite near-term risks: Standard Chartered

While acknowledging that valuations appear stretched, Standard Chartered noted that Nifty's 12-month forward P/E ratio of 20.6x is above its long-term average of 18.2x but still below recent peaks.

Standard Chartered on Indian equities: Standard Chartered remains ‘Overweight’ on Indian equities, citing a favourable mix of domestic growth recovery, robust earnings prospects, easing financial conditions, and strong support from domestic investors. While near-term volatility is expected, Standard Chartered expects equities to outperform other traditional asset classes (bonds, commodities) in the medium-term.

 

“We stay overweight equities and expect it to outperform other traditional assets. A likely recovery in domestic growth and earnings, easing financial conditions, better valuations relative to bonds amid low foreign investor positioning and robust domestic investor flows are key drivers supporting our positive view on equities,” Standard