Jefferies calls the conflict between Israel and Iran a buying opportunity; Hormuz warns: there is a risk of major shocks for India

Amid the sharp selloff triggered by US and Israeli missile strikes on Iran, global brokerage firm Jefferies has struck a cautiously optimistic tone, suggesting the revival in the Middle East could be short-lived. The brokerage draws parallels with recent regional conflicts that quickly faded and sees a potential buying opportunity emerging from the panic.However, it […]

PL Capital sets Nifty 50 base target at 27,958, with Adani Ports, HAL, L&T, Tata Steel and M&M among the top picks

The base case assumes the Nifty index with a 12-month target of 27,958. In a bullish scenario, a 20x multiple suggests upside towards 30,497, while a conservative bear case suggests 26,486. The equity markets appear poised for their next phase of expansion after nine months of tight consolidation, with the Nifty trading within a narrow […]

HAL shares focus as Q3 net profit rises 30% to Rs. 1,867 million; improve margins

Shares of state-owned defense company Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) will be in focus on Friday after the company reported strong third-quarter results.Consolidated net profit increased 30% year on year to Rs. 1,867 crore, while the company announced a first interim dividend of Rs. 35 per share, with February 18 as the record date. Operating revenues […]

Selective deployments in defence, CV cycle becomes supportive, value seen in ITC: Sandip Sabharwal

With the Union Budget just a day away, sharp moves in defense stocks and changing sector dynamics are making investors more selective, said market expert Sandip Sabharwal. Speaking to ET Now, Sabharwal emphasized that while the defense theme remains structurally strong, stock selection will be crucial going forward.He said the defense sector has gone through […]

The defense budget can grow by 8 to 10% annually; execution key for defense stocks: Amit Anwani, PL Capital

India’s defense spending is unlikely to see a sharp jump as a percentage of GDP in the coming fiscal, but capital expenditure should continue to grow at a steady annual growth rate of 8-10% in the coming years, driven by a strong pipeline of approvals and ongoing procurement, said Amit Anwani, Lead Equity Analyst (Capital […]

Adani Power shares could grow another 23%, says JM Financial while initiating coverage

Domestic brokerage firm JM Financial has initiated coverage on Adani Power with a ‘Buy’ rating, setting a target price of Rs 178 per share. This implies a potential upside of 22.8% over the current market price of around Rs 145.The brokerage’s optimism stems from the company’s strong execution capabilities, dominant position in thermal energy and […]

Defense biggest theme of the decade and not oil, natural resources or forex. Gurmeet Chadha explains why

Amid rising geopolitical tensions following the US invasion of Venezuela and the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro on drug trafficking charges, the global focus has returned to military strength as the cornerstone of national power, while the episode poses potential risks to market sentiment.In an era when territorial sovereignty, trade interests and energy routes are […]

After a disguised bear market in 2025, three sectors in focus promise better returns in 2026: Dipan Mehta

After a volatile and largely disappointing 2025 for equity investors, seasoned market expert Dipan Mehta, director at Elixir Equities, believes 2026 could mark a meaningful turnaround – driven by an earnings rebound, selective stock selection and a shift towards export-oriented sectors.Speaking to ET Now, Mehta said 2025 looked like a ‘bear market in disguise’ despite […]