Market Outlook

Adopt cautious stance, says Ajit Mishra; shares 3 stock ideas for near term

Given the prevailing combination of elevated crude prices, geopolitical uncertainty and weak market momentum, we recommend maintaining a cautious, stock-specific approach.

Nifty makes history; fails to cross previous day's high for 12 straight sessions

While Nifty may be struggling to make new highs, history, analysts said, suggests such extended periods of failing to cross the previous day's high have often been followed by a meaningful upside.

'India has been competing for FII flows since 12 mths, but has been losing'

For FII flows to accelerate - lower crude oil prices, rupee stability and two consecutive quarters of earnings delivery without downgrades seem must, says Jignesh Desai of Centrum Broking.

Nifty can rise 7-8% by year-end; avoid legacy IT stocks: Vinit Bolinjkar

Q1 FY27 has surprised positively at the aggregate level: ex-OMCs, corporate earnings grew around 17 per cent YoY, led by BFSI, metals, technology and autos, said Vinit Bolinjkar.

Cut small-cap exposure, stay selective in midcaps: Anand Rathi's Gaurh

Valuation comfort is the greatest in large-caps and select midcaps right now, while small-caps deserve caution, said Neeraj Gaurh, director at Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers

Pharma top bet for H2-CY2026; be selective in banks, defence: Ajit Mishra

On the broader market outlook, Ajit Mishra, SVP-Research of Religare Broking says the Nifty remains in consolidation mode, with key support at 23,600. On the upside, bullish pivot stands at 24,600.

Sensex in July: 23-year history suggests index can deliver a solid return

July has also been traditionally good for foreign inflows, which aided market performance. According to data compiled from the NSDL, FPIs have been net buyers of Indian stocks in 9 out of 12 years.

India Market Strategy: PhillipCapital expects moderate FY27 returns

In event of an end to the West Asia war, equities seem to be favourably placed and macros should improve, says PhillipCapital in its India Strategy report.

Nifty Outlook: Should you sell on rise or buy dips? Here's what experts say

Technical analysts caution that the short-term trend for Nifty remains weak, and the index could extend the fall toward 22,800-22,700 levels in the coming sessions.

Tier-2, 3 cities to deepen retail investing ecosystem: Angel One Group CEO

Angel One Group CEO Ambarish Kenghe discusses market volatility, India's long-term growth story, AI-led investing, retail participation, and tapping tier-2/3 cities for the next 100 mn investors

'Sell in May' returns? Why markets fell in May 2026 and what lies ahead

Indian stock markets fell in May 2026 amid rising crude oil prices, FII selling, US-Iran tensions and weak rupee concerns. Analysts explain what triggered the decline and what investors should do now

Mid-, small-cap rally likely to turn stock-specific amid valuation concerns

While the small- & mid-cap rally may not sustain the extraordinary pace witnessed in recent months, a sharp reversal also appears unlikely amid strong domestic liquidity, writes Srimal of Axis Direct

We used the March stock market crash to deploy funds: Kashyap Javeri

India Inc's Q4FY26 earnings have largely met expectations, supported by steady demand trends. However, rising commodity prices and geopolitical risks could pressure margins in coming quarters.

Oil above $100, Iran war drags: Should investors 'Sell in May' or stay put?

Is "Sell in May" relevant for India? Analysts say no as earnings strength, valuations, and April's rally support staying invested despite high crude oil prices and Iran war risks

'Sell in May' not a good approach in 2026, says tech analyst Ajit Mishra

Nifty may remain rangebound in near-term; investors may prefer a calibrated strategy - staying invested while selectively booking profits in overheated stocks, says Ajit Mishra of Religare Broking.

BSE Small, Midcap indices set to post best monthly rally in 12 years

Among 1,262 stocks from the BSE Smallcap index, over half, or 734 stocks, outperformed in April by recording more than 20 per cent return, data shows.

Gut triumphs data in spotting multibaggers, says Harini Dedhia of Tamohra

While that may be the case for some, investing outside of the large-cap universe, or rather companies that haven't hit maturity, is more guided by intuition or feeling rather than by calculations

Iran war completes 2 months: Nifty targets cut amid oil, inflation risks

Brokerages have cut Nifty targets by around 4% per cent since February 28 as Iran war keeps oil prices high, raising inflation, GDP, and earnings concerns for Indian stock markets

Nifty outlook, April 29: Key levels; RIL, OIL among top trading ideas today

Nifty closed below 24,000 on Tuesday after sharp intraday reversal. HDFC Securities sees 24,197 as resistance, and 23,800 as support level

'What investors should do now depends more on temperament than market view'

Markets are reasonable but not cheap: Kalpen Parekh of DSP Mutual Fund flags risks from geopolitics, flows, and inflation; urges disciplined investing