Kolte Patil, NMDC: 5 stocks in Motilal Oswal quant multi-factor watchlist

These stocks carry a Buy rating from MOFSL analysts, rank highest in our Quant model, balancing value, quality, momentum, and earnings surprise

Navigating the dynamic stock market demands a robust strategy. Multi-factor investing combines multiple proven metrics to identify stocks with strong potential, filtering out short-term volatility and focusing on consistent return drivers for the long term. This multi-factor ranking approach helps us shortlist the best tactical bets within the MOFSL universe with a Buy rating.

What is Multi-Factor Investing?

Multi-factor investing integrates several investment styles into a single strategy, selecting stocks that excel in:

 

·       Value: Stocks trading below their intrinsic worth.

 

·       Quality: Companies with strong financial fundamentals.

 

·       Momentum: Stocks with positive price trends.

 

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·       Earnings Surprise: Stocks with recent upward revisions in earnings estimates.

 

This approach enhances consistency and reduces the risk of chasing fleeting trends. Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. (MOFSL) employs an in-house Quant model to rank stocks within its research universe, selecting only those with a Buy rating.  ALSO READ | Hero MotoCorp, Delhivery, BEL among Motilal Oswal's top growth bets

Top 5 stocks in Quant Watchlist - October 2025:

 

The following stocks, all carrying a Buy rating from MOFSL analysts, rank highest in our Quant model, balancing value, quality, momentum, and earnings surprise:

 

1.       Ashok Leyland: Driven by strong momentum and a significant earnings surprise, it stands out as a dynamic growth prospect with recent positive estimate revisions.

 

2.       UTI AMC: Excels with high-quality fundamentals and a strong earnings surprise, making it a robust choice for investors seeking financial stability and recent positive performance.

 

3.       Hindalco Inds.: Presents a balanced profile with strong value, good momentum, and a positive earnings surprise, offering a consistent and resilient investment opportunity.

 

4.       NMDC: Leads with a powerful combination of strong value, high momentum, and an excellent earnings surprise, marking it as a fundamentally robust stock with multi-faceted appeal.

 

5.       Kolte Patil Dev.: Shows robust strength across quality, momentum, and earnings surprise, making it an ideal choice for investors seeking broad-based fundamental and technical strength.

 

These stocks represent the top-ranked opportunities within the MOFSL universe, leveraging our multi-factor approach to deliver consistent, high-potential investment ideas for October 2025. 

(Disclaimer: Neil Jha is the head of quant products, wealth management at Motilal Oswal Financial Services. Views expressed are his own.)