Jan 09 2024, 07:16
5 stocks with upside of up to 18.6%:
The group of these 29 stocks delivered an average return of 47.3% between 2 January 2023 and 29 December 2023.
Given the concerns over stretched valuations and a likely jump in volatility in an election year, it is important to consider the stocks that are favoured by experts.
The Indian equity markets displayed a strong performance in 2023, led by robust FPI inflows and buoyant domestic growth prospects. Foreign investors bought equities worth Rs.1.71 lakh crore in 2023, the highest ever calendar year inflow, according to data compiled from NSDL.
In the weekly wrap-up released on the last trading day of 2023, Rajesh Bhosale, Technical Analyst, Angel One, says that the outstanding performance visible in 2023 in mid caps and small caps may not be equally fruitful in 2024 due to elevated levels, indicated by overbought indicators and prices deviating significantly from key averages.
G. Pradeepkumar, CEO, Union Asset Management Company, also advises careful consideration and advice from qualified advisers or distributors. "While mid-cap and small-cap funds have performed well in recent months, a cautious approach is recommended. Staggered investments through SIPs or STPs are advisable for retail investors," he says.
Experts also believe that the near-term market direction will be determined by the performance of corporate India in the third (December) quarter, and any deviation from expectations could drag the performance.
"The positives appear to be fully factored in, and while the optimism may continue due to strong growth prospects, the only concern is the rich valuation. A repeat of the 2023 performance next year is possible only if there is a significant acceleration in corporate profitability," says Sunil Shah, Group CEO and Director at Khambatta Securities.
BAJAJ FINANCE:
THE DIVERSIFIED NBFC reported good performance in the September 2023 quarter, with the AUM and net profit growth of 33% and 28%, respectively, on a yo-y basis.
GO FASHION:
THE CLOTHING APPAREL company reported 14.9% y-о-у growth in sales in the September quarter, led by expansion in exclusive brand outlets and large format stores.
HDFC BANK:
THE PRIVATE SECTOR bank's net profit in the September 2023 quarter surpassed Reuters-Refinitiv estimates by 8.1%, supported by a strong momentum in loans and deposits.
HOME FIRST FINANCE COMPANY:
The Housing Finance company's September earnings surpassed Reuters- Refinitiv estimates by 5.5%, led by strong AUM and disbursements that grew by 33.3% and 36.6%, respectively.
source: et
Jan 09 2024, 07:45