INDIAN BANK STOCK RECOMMENDATION

ET Prime Series: Q2 earnings estimate special Part 2 – Will banks deliver a surprise?
The earnings season is an important time in the yearly market calendar. If you are a trader, it is an opportunity to exploit the up/down movement of stock prices. As an investor, it helps you figure out whether managements are delivering on promises. It is also a volatile period – and with a good reason. There is something which causes the volatility. What is that something? Which stocks are going to be up or down earnings announcement day? The answers depend on many factors. While many of them cannot be tracked, some can be. Prices are not reacting to the absolute numbers delivered; they are reacting to the surprise relative to what was priced in.

Diwali rally lifts Nifty to fresh 52-week high. 8 factors behind today’s boom
Nifty today: The Nifty 50 reached a new 52-week high above 25,700, driven by returning foreign inflows, easing U.S. bond yields, and a stronger rupee. Festive optimism and fading IPO pressure also contributed to the rally, with short covering further amplifying upside momentum.

Yes Bank shares sink nearly 5% after Japan's SMBC denies buying more shares
Shares of Yes Bank dropped nearly 5% to Rs 22.05 after SMBC clarified it has no immediate plans to raise its stake beyond 24.99%. SMBC’s India head Rajeev Kannan said the bank will focus on contributing to Yes Bank’s board as its largest shareholder and will not take on an executive role, citing ongoing areas the bank needs to address.

Diwali 2025: Nifty heading to 26,500; Shriram Finance, L&T, Nykaa top cracker stocks; Hero MotoCorp, JK Tyre value bombs
Market experts Kunal Bothra, Jay Thakkar, and Ashish Kyal see the Nifty targeting 26,500 this Diwali, driven by the festive momentum as well as strong macros. Their top “cracker stocks” include Shriram Finance, L&T, Nykaa, SBI, and Hero MotoCorp, with themes like autos, banking, and realty expected to sparkle through 2025.
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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian markets extended gains for a fourth session, with Nifty inching closer to its 52-week high amid strong buying in financials, autos, and consumer durables. Optimism over Q3 earnings revival, renewed FII inflows, and dovish Fed cues lifted sentiment further.
Indian Bank Q2 Results: Net profit rises 11.5% to Rs 3,018 crore as asset quality improves
State-owned Indian Bank posted an 11.5% YoY rise in Q2 net profit at Rs 3,018 crore, aided by lower provisions and steady earnings. Advances grew 12.7%, deposits rose 12%, while gross NPA improved to 2.6%.
Stock Radar: SBI hits fresh 52-week high in October; will the rally continue? Check target & stop loss
State Bank of India has broken out of a 9-month consolidation on weekly charts, hitting a fresh 52-week high. Experts suggest short-term traders can buy the stock for a target above 940 levels in the coming weeks. The PSU stock is showing sustained bullish momentum across multiple timeframes.
Canara Robeco AMC shares rally 12% after listing. Should you buy, sell or hold the stock?
Canara Robeco Share Price: Canara Robeco Asset Management Company shares surged over 12% on Thursday after a strong listing, trading significantly above its issue price. Analysts are optimistic about its growth prospects, citing strong equity market performance and the company's well-positioned business model. Investors are advised to book partial profits while holding the remainder for long-term gains.
Goldman Sachs is betting big on bank stocks. Here are 4 reasons why
Goldman Sachs is bullish on Indian bank stocks, citing easing financial conditions, low earnings expectations, improving profitability, and attractive valuations. The brokerage expects Nifty Bank to outperform the broader market, with banks and NBFCs offering up to 30% upside.
FII selling slows in October as foreign investors flip script, pumping Rs 3,000 crore in 7 days
After months of outflows, FIIs have turned net buyers in October, investing over Rs 3,000 crore in just seven sessions. The shift to inflows has lifted Sensex and Nifty by about 3%, reflecting improved sentiment amid easing India–US trade tensions and supportive domestic policies.
Diwali 2025 cracker stocks to light up your portfolio: Experts pick Axis Bank, DLF, Paytm, MTAR Tech and more
This Diwali 2025, market experts Rajesh Palviya (Axis Securities) and Kunal Bothra (Bothra Advisors) reveal their top “cracker stocks” — from Axis Bank, SBI, and Hero MotoCorp to Paytm, MTAR Tech, and DLF. Discover which sectors are set to sparkle this festive season and how to build a winning Samvat 2082 portfolio with smart, selective picks.
Up to 10,000% returns! 10 multibagger stocks you'll wish you bought last Diwali
Dalal Street saw remarkable gains in small and midcap stocks from Diwali 2024 to Diwali 2025. Several stocks delivered returns up to 10,000%, turning modest investments into significant wealth. RRP Semiconductor led the pack with a nearly 10,000% surge. Other companies like GHV Infra Projects and Elitecon International also saw substantial growth.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian markets snapped a two-day losing streak as Fed rate cut hopes and earnings optimism lifted sentiment. The Sensex rose 575 points and Nifty gained 178 points, with banks, metals, and autos leading the rally amid strong FII momentum.
Best value funds to invest in October 2025
If you are new to value investing, you should acquaint yourself with this style of investing and its merits and demerits. A value investor tries to choose stocks that are available at cheaper valuations. These investors employ various ratios and methodology to identify such stocks. Essentially, they look for stocks that are available at a discount to their real or intrinsic value.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday
Indian markets ended lower for the second straight session, weighed by financial stocks and weak sentiment. The Sensex dropped 297 points while Nifty slipped 82 points. However, LG Electronics India made a stellar debut, listing at a 50% premium — the strongest for a billion-dollar IPO since 2021. Analysts say Nifty remains range-bound between 25,000 and 25,300 levels.
Diwali Picks: Market experts pick their festive favourites across energy, PSU and defence sectors
Market experts shared their top stock picks for Diwali, spanning PSU banks, energy majors, defence, and new-age platforms. Recommendations include JSW Energy, PSU banks, OMCs, Shipping Corporation of India, Bharat Electronics, SBI, Mahindra & Mahindra, Chola Finance, Azad Engineering, and PayTM, highlighting strong technicals and fundamentals for potential market momentum.
Nifty's 382-day itch: Fresh peak remains elusive, but it’s far from index's longest nap. What's in store?
India's Nifty index has not reached a new peak for over a year. However, market experts remain positive on its prospects , citing government initiatives like GST and income tax rebate and potential economic support. A key factor for a turnaround is expected to be a rebound in corporate earnings.
4 Diwali 2025 cracker stock picks from Kunal Bothra and Ashish Chaturmohta
Market experts Kunal Bothra and Ashish Chaturmohta are identifying top stock picks for Diwali 2025. These selections span telecom, aviation, energy, and banking. Bharti Hexacom and Petronet LNG are recommended for short-term gains. IndiGo is a long-term prospect due to India's travel boom. ICICI Bank is favored for its financial strength and digital advancements. Selective buying in strong stocks is advised for festive season returns.
Diwali stocks to buy: Over 50 ideas from top brokerages as Nifty likely near inflection point
Indian stocks are set for a strong performance after a year of stagnation. Brokerages are recommending over 50 stocks for the upcoming Samvat 2082. This optimism is fueled by attractive valuations and projections of double-digit earnings growth. Sectors like autos, consumer durables, power, financials, and manufacturing are expected to lead the rally.
Buy-on-dips strategy back? Angel One’s Rajesh Bhosale bets on Axis Bank, HDFC AMC
Indian stock markets opened lower this week as global geopolitical issues impacted investor sentiment. The Nifty 50 fell below 25,200. Analysts suggest that dips present fresh buying chances. Banking stocks, particularly Axis Bank, are showing strength. HDFC AMC is also poised for upward movement. The market outlook remains constructive with a buy-on-dips strategy.
YES Bank shares rally 10% in 3 days. What’s behind the surge?
YES Bank shares have surged 10% over the past three sessions, touching a fresh 52-week high, as investors pile in ahead of quarterly earnings and amid renewed optimism following Japanese lender Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation’s (SMBC) stake purchase.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide D-Street action on Monday
On Friday, the Indian market showed a bullish trend, with 171 stocks hitting their 52-week highs while 105 fell to 52-week lows. SBI and Eternal were among the top gainers, while Tata Steel, TCS, Tech Mahindra, Titan, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Motors, and Bharti Airtel faced selling pressure. Overall, of 4,343 BSE-listed stocks, 2,424 advanced, 1,766 declined, and 153 remained unchanged.
Q2 results: HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, HDFC Bank among 212 companies to announce earnings this week
India’s September-quarter earnings season kicks off with TCS, and a modest 6% YoY growth is expected for Nifty firms. Over 200 companies will report this week, including sector heavyweights like Infosys, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank. Markets will closely watch IT, banking, insurance, and consumer sectors for earnings momentum and growth cues.
Market wrap: 263 of BSE 500 stocks end week in green as FIIs turn net buyers. IT, health scrips shine
Indian markets ended the week steady, with BSE 500 up 1.3%. IT, telecom, and healthcare stocks led gains, supported by domestic and foreign investor inflows, while metals, auto, and industrials lagged slightly.
How NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan lost 16 months’ salary in the Harshad Mehta scam — and what he learned from it
NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan lost 16 months’ salary in the Harshad Mehta scam, learning crucial lessons on financial discipline, leverage risks, and cautious investing, urging individuals to prioritize safety before stock market exposure.
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