Indian markets are experiencing a cheerful mood. Nifty has broken out of its consolidation phase, indicating potential for new highs. Bank Nifty is already in uncharted territory. Analysts suggest a 'buy on dip' strategy. IndusInd Bank and Dr Reddy's are highlighted as stock recommendations with good risk-reward potential. Investors can look forward to further market gains.
Market expert Digant Haria observes India's financial sector's mixed performance. IndusInd Bank is consolidating post-turbulence, while life insurers are entering a market-linked returns phase. Reliance Industries faces limited upside due to scale and stake sales, and HDFC Bank needs more quarters to regain growth momentum.
JSW Energy shares fell over 5% to Rs 514.15 on the BSE after reporting a 17% YoY decline in consolidated PAT to Rs 705 crore for Q2 FY26, compared with Rs 853 crore a year ago. Revenue, however, rose 60% YoY to Rs 5,177 crore, supported by renewable capacity additions and contributions from the Mahanadi and O2 Power projects.
Polycab India shares surged after reporting strong Q2 FY26 results, with consolidated net profit up 56% and revenue rising nearly 18% YoY. Analysts remain positive, citing robust growth in wires and cables and FMEG segments, strong exports, and margin expansion. The stock has gained over 40% in six months.
Dixon Technologies shares fell on Monday despite posting a strong Q2 results, with net profit up 81% YoY to Rs 746 crore. Analysts at Motilal Oswal and JM Financial remain positive on long-term growth, citing strong mobile and EMS performance, but caution near-term margin pressure due to component ramp-up and cost integration.
Shares of Punjab National Bank gained 1.7% after the lender posted a 14% year-on-year rise in profit after tax for Q2FY26, supported by improved asset quality and steady business growth. Despite a slight dip in net interest income, operating profit and key financial ratios strengthened, with GNPA and NNPA levels improving and the Provision Coverage Ratio rising.
As investors step into Samvat 2082, here are the top 11 stocks across sectors, handpicked by 11 leading brokerages. These stocks, featuring high-conviction picks with strong growth potential, solid fundamentals, and favourable sector dynamics, offer promising investment opportunities.
