Exploring Lucrative Investment Prospects in the Indian Stock Market on August 5, 2024
Bharti Airtel Ltd
Rs.1,459.60/-
Bharti Airtel: Anticipated Strong Q1FY25 Earnings and Dividend
- Bharti Airtel is projected to report a net profit of Rs 3,661.4 crore for Q1 FY25.
- The company has declared a dividend of Rs 8 per share for FY24.
- Analysts expect a 2.6% YoY revenue growth, supported by steady performance in both African and Indian markets.
- Bharti Airtel has delivered a 71.37% return over the past year.
Aster DM Healthcare Ltd
Rs.365.00/-
Aster DM Healthcare Partners with Care Hospitals for Strategic Growth
- Aster DM Healthcare and Care Hospitals will collaborate next month, with support from private equity firm Blackstone.
- This partnership underscores Blackstone’s expanding healthcare ambitions, given its substantial stakes in both entities.
- The deal is anticipated to result in a premium valuation for Aster DM Healthcare, surpassing its current market cap of $2.27 billion.
- Aster DM has achieved a 127.75% return over the past three years.
Infosys Ltd
Rs.1,728.00/-
Infosys Gains Relief as DGGI Closes GST Case
- Infosys received regulatory relief as the DGGI closed GST proceedings for FY 2017-18, involving Rs 3,898 crore.
- This closure is part of a larger tax dispute amounting to over Rs 32,000 crore from 2017 to 2022.
- Despite this relief, significant unresolved tax demands remain, which could impact future financials.
- Infosys has delivered a 33.49% return over the past year.
Housing And Urban Development Corp Ltd
Rs.288.80/-
HUDCO: Impressive Financial Growth and Improved Asset Quality
- HUDCO’s stock surged 142% over the past year, demonstrating strong market performance.
- Net Interest Income increased by 9.6%, reflecting robust financial health.
- The net NPA ratio improved to 0.36%, indicating enhanced asset quality and effective management.
- HUDCO has delivered a remarkable 379.56% return over the past year.
JSW Steel Limited
Rs.860.20/-
JSW Steel Surrenders Odisha Mining Lease Amid Operational Challenges
- JSW Steel has decided to surrender its mining lease for the Jajang iron ore block in Odisha due to uneconomic operations.
- The Jajang block was one of four leases acquired through an auction in 2020, underscoring significant operational challenges.
- This decision could impact JSW Steel’s resource availability and future production capabilities.
- JSW Steel has delivered an 11.82% return over the past year.
GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited
Rs.2,773.00/-
GlaxoSmithKline: Impressive Q1FY25 Earnings Growth
- GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals reported a 37.87% increase in consolidated net profit for Q1FY25, reaching Rs 182.33 crore.
- Consolidated revenue from operations stood at Rs 814.65 crore, reflecting strong year-over-year performance.
- Total expenses decreased to Rs 600.89 crore from Rs 634.42 crore in the same quarter last fiscal.
- GSK has delivered a 101.13% return over the past year.
Mahindra and Mahindra Financial Svcs Ltd
Rs.289.15/-
Mahindra Finance: Steady Growth and Strong Performance
- Mahindra Finance reported Rs 4,530 crore in disbursements for July 2024, reflecting a 3% YoY growth.
- The company’s business assets reached Rs 1,07,300 crore, marking a 5% increase since March 2024 and a 22% rise from July 2023.
- Collection efficiency remained stable at 95%, showcasing strong operational performance.
- Mahindra Finance has delivered a 104.31% return over the past three years.
Hindustan Zinc Ltd
Rs.612.10/-
Hindustan Zinc: Robust Q1FY25 Earnings Growth
- Hindustan Zinc Ltd reported a 19.3% rise in consolidated net profit for Q1FY25, reaching Rs 2,345 crore.
- The company’s income increased to Rs 8,398 crore, up from Rs 7,564 crore YoY.
- Higher EBITDA played a significant role in the improved financial performance.
- Hindustan Zinc has delivered a 104.9% return over the past year.
Adani Energy Solutions Ltd
Rs.1,187.00/-
Adani Energy Solutions Secures $1 Billion Through QIP
- Adani Energy Solutions Ltd raised $1 billion through a qualified institutional placement (QIP), attracting over 120 investors.
- The QIP was oversubscribed six times, reflecting strong investor confidence in the company’s future prospects.
- The funds will primarily support significant capital expenditure plans to expand power transmission infrastructure.
- Adani Energy Solutions has delivered a 58.38% return over the past year.
Savita Oil Technologies Ltd
Rs.579.10/-
Savita Oil: Income Growth and Share Buyback Announcement
- Savita Oil Technologies reported a quarterly income of Rs 956 crore, up from Rs 920 crore YoY.
- However, the company’s PAT decreased to Rs 40 crore compared to Rs 56 crore in the previous year.
- The board approved a buyback of shares not exceeding Rs 36.45 crore at Rs 675 per share.
- Savita Oil has delivered a 109.55% return over the past year.
Trent Ltd
Rs.5,322.85/-
Trent Ltd Achieves New Market Cap Milestone
- Trent Ltd has surpassed a market capitalization of Rs 2 lakh crore.
- The company has seen a 15-20% increase in earnings estimates over the past three quarters.
- Its stock price skyrocketed from Rs 800 to Rs 6,000 in 18 months.
- Trent Ltd has delivered an impressive 228.2% return in the past year.
Shriram Finance Ltd
Rs.2,896.65/-
Shriram Finance Emphasizes Business Loans
- Shriram Finance is transitioning personal loans to small business loans, following regulatory guidance.
- The company aims to register borrowers as businesses under UDYAM for priority sector lending benefits.
- Personal loans increased by 12.7% year-on-year, while MSME loans rose by 43.7%, highlighting a strategic pivot.
- Shriram Finance has delivered 64.54% returns over the last year.
Bharat Forge Ltd
Rs.1,546.40/-
Bharat Forge Faces Challenges Amid Truck Order Decline
- Class 8 truck orders in North America hit a 15-month low of 12,400 units in July.
- Bharat Forge’s involvement in the Class 8 trucks market may be affected by the decrease in orders.
- The company announced a $40 million investment in its aluminum forging facility in the U.S.
- Despite challenges, Bharat Forge has achieved 82.23% returns over the past year.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Ltd
Rs.459.80/-
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Sees Strong Profit Growth
- Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 9.97% year-on-year increase in net profit for Q1 FY2024, reaching Rs 287.29 crore.
- The profit growth is due to higher interest income, with total income rising to Rs 1,046.03 crore.
- The bank is in the process of submitting new candidates for the MD and CEO positions after previous rejections by the RBI, indicating management changes.
- Tamilnad Mercantile Bank has shown a slight decline of -0.04% in returns over the past year.
LIC Housing Finance Ltd
Rs.685.60/-
LIC Housing Finance Q1 Results: Mixed Performance
- LIC Housing Finance’s PAT for Q1 June 2024 slightly declined to Rs 1,306 crore from Rs 1,319 crore year-on-year.
- Total income showed a marginal increase, reaching Rs 6,797 crore compared to Rs 6,759 crore YoY, indicating stable revenue.
- Asset quality improved significantly, with gross NPAs dropping to 3.29% from 4.98%, reflecting better loan performance.
- LIC Housing Finance has delivered 89.83% returns over the past year.
Also read: 23 Awesome New OTT Shows Hitting Screens This Friday!
Top 15 Incredibly Beautiful Women from Across the World
Krystyna Pyszkova, Representing The Czech Republic, Crowned Miss World 2024!
Fashion Influencer Nancy Tyagi Makes History with Self-Stitched Outfit at Cannes Film Festival
Source: Google
Business Desk: News Lounge 24×7
Disclaimer: The views and recommendations made above are those of individual analysts or broking companies, and not of News Lounge 24×7. We advise investors to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Discover more from News Lounge 24x7
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.