And if we do not go beyond that and do start falling again, yes, we can create a case that this will become a further extended decline. But right now, at current levels, there are some oversold readings that allow us to look for some kind of a bounce back in the next one or two days
Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) shares rose 4% after the company announced a 22% increase in net profit for the quarter ending September 30, 2024. The company's net profit reached Rs 1,510 crore, up from Rs 1,237 crore in the same period last year. Revenue from operations also grew by 6% to Rs 5,976 crore.
IGL Share Price: Shares of Mahanagar Gas and Indraprastha Gas dropped by up to 18% after the government reduced the APM allocation by 20% for the second consecutive month. In response, Nirmal Bang downgraded both stocks to a 'Sell' rating, cutting target prices for MGL by 35% and IGL by 31% due to revised EBITDA estimates, concerns over slower growth & narrower margins.
Gold prices have dropped nearly 5% while Bitcoin surged 30% following the recent U.S. election. This market shift is attributed to expectations of Republican policies potentially driving economic growth and inflation. While gold's decline is linked to a strengthening U.S. dollar, Bitcoin's rise is fueled by its appeal as a hedge against inflation and its growing acceptance in mainstream finance.
IT stocks came under pressure on Monday after US Federal Chair Jerome Powells comments suggesting a slowdown in interest rate cuts. Powell highlighted persistent inflation and a strong economy, allowing the Fed to approach decisions cautiously. Indian IT stocks, sensitive to US market moves, saw declines of up to 5%, with major companies like LTIMindtree and Wipro hit hardest.
Emkay Global downgraded Honasa Consumer, the parent company of Mamaearth, to 'SELL' from 'BUY' and slashed its target price by 50% to Rs 300 after the company reported its first quarterly loss in five quarters due to weak demand and distribution challenges.
Hero MotoCorp share price: Hero Motocorp's shares surged 5% after reporting a 14% rise in Q2 net profit, reaching 1204 crore. Revenue grew 11% to 10463 crore, driven by record revenue from parts and accessories. Analysts are optimistic, citing rural market recovery, new launches, and strong brand equity as key growth drivers.
Global brokerage firms have shared optimistic outlooks on key stocks. Nomura remains bullish on Hero MotoCorp, citing rural growth, while Citi maintains a positive view on Grasim Industries despite a weak Q2. CLSA continues to favor Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals for its sustained growth and margin improvement, with all three stocks showing significant upside potential.
