DGCA audit finds Air India forged report of spot checks in 13 instances
An audit by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation has found that Tata Sons-owned Air India made forged reports of spot checks that it did not actually carry out. The audit report, seen by ET, says the airline fabricated reports of 13 checks at three stations. Key Points
Economic TimesFor moderate risk takers: 5 midcap stocks from different sectors with potential upside of up to 29%
For all those investors whose portfolio is titled in favour of the mid-caps need to do two things in current market conditions. First, don't extrapolate what has happened in the last one quarter to the mid caps stocks. Second, which is more important, be careful when taking fresh exposure to this segment of the market and apply checks and balances when investing and even after that be ready for some drawdown in the value of the stocks. How does one put checks and balances? Simple, have a look at fundamentals and it is not very tough, having a look at some of the critical ratios like ROE and ROCE would help in avoiding silly mistakes which are common in bullish markets. Key Points
Economic TimesIncome Tax Department conducts checks at real estate firm G Squares’ offices in Tamil Nadu
The Income Tax Department is conducting checks at the offices of real estate firm G Squares in Tamil Nadu. Read more about the investigation on The Hindu. Key Points
The HinduNot just CCTVs, Indian security checks may soon be expanded to cover many other items from China
The Indian government is planning to extend its 'trusted source' mandate to tech devices like smart meters, parking sensors, drone parts, and laptops to tackle concerns over Chinese imports. This move aims to ensure a secure supply chain amid fears of data vulnerabilities. Import monitoring for laptops and computers has already been updated. Key Points
Economic TimesFocus on better risk management: 5 midcap stocks from different sectors with the right financial matrix
It is after a long period of time, that mid-cap stocks have seen some correction. All those investors who have high exposure to mid-caps in their portfolio have probably gone through two different emotions. Should I sell? Should I buy more? For all those who have gone through these emotions. Let the market be volatile, don't make volatile decisions. Corrections are part of any market and especially when valuations are high, the frequency and magnitude of correction will be higher. For all those who are looking to deploy more money and are focussed on mid caps, it would be better to put more checks and balances, both qualitative and quantitative and be selective in buying stocks. More importantly, even after putting in all the efforts of checks and balances, be ready to see a short term drawn down in the value of your portfolio, because if there is a deep correction in the markets, mid-cap stocks tend to shed more weight. Key Points
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For long term investor looking for midcaps: 4 stocks from different sectors with potential upside of up to
In equity markets, whatever precaution one might take, the probability of a mistake of getting stuck with a wrong stock is always high. But then there are mistakes and silly mistakes, just try to avoid silly mistakes. How ? Stay away from stocks where there is a narrative that this sector will do well because of ABCD reasons or the company will get such and such orders worth this much. There is enough evidence in history to show that more than anything else, checks and balances are most important at a point of time when valuations are high and sentiment extremely bullish. How do one put checks and balances? Integrate both quantitative and qualitative criteria to assess stocks, aligning expectations with realistic market performances and avoiding impulsive shifts based on short-term fluctuations. Key Points
Economic TimesPaytm & its payments bank discontinue inter-company agreements to reduce dependencies
Paytm didn't say what agreements were being terminated. Payments bank agreed to simplify shareholders’ agreement to 'support Paytm Payments Bank‘s governance, independent of shareholders'. Key Points
ThePrintFor moderate risk takers: 5 midcap stocks from different sectors with potential upside of up to 36%
Unlike last quarter of 2023, when nifty and sensex used to witness correction and mid-cap index was able move higher. Since the start of 2024, the mid-cap index is also participating in the correction, clearly indicating that some profit booking is taking place in this segment of the market. Having said that, if one looks at the flow of money to the mutual funds, a good amount of it is still coming in funds which are focussed on mid or small cap. There is no way one can fight with liquidity, if it is going to mid caps and they are moving up irrespective of valuations or quality of stocks one cannot argue. But the only thing which as an investor one can do is to be careful when taking exposure to this segment of the market. Stay away from stocks where there is a narrative that this sector will do well because of ABCD reasons or the company will get such and such orders worth this much. There is enough evidence in history to show that more than anything else, checks and balances are most important at this point of time, while making investment decisions. Key Points
Economic TimesCheck vitals before admitting them in your portfolio: 5 smallcap stocks from different sectors
In the last three days, including this morning when markets opened for trading, all those investors who have overloaded small caps in their portfolio have probably gone through three different emotions. Monday , my portfolio has gone dramatically, should I sell. Tuesday, my portfolio value has recovered, it was just a correction, should I buy more. This morning, once again why the value of my portfolio is down, should I sell. For all those who have gone through these emotions. Let the market be volatile, don't make volatile decisions. Corrections are part of any market and especially when valuations are high, the frequency and magnitude of correction will be higher. For all those who are looking to deploy more money and are focussed on small caps, it would be better to put more checks and balances, both qualitative and quantitative and be selective in buying stocks. More importantly, even after putting in all the efforts of checks and balances, be ready to see a short term drawn down in the value of your portfolio, because if there is a deep correction in the markets, small caps, stocks tend to shed more weight. Key Points
Economic TimesPut checks and balances: 5 midcap stocks from different sectors with potential upside of up to 34%
The movement of nifty and sensex needs to be delinked with what has happened in the last quarter and what might happen to mid-cap in the coming quarter. There is no way one can fight with liquidity, if it is going to mid caps and they are moving up irrespective of valuations or quality of stocks one cannot argue. But the only thing which as an investor one can do is to be careful when taking exposure to this segment of the market. Stay away from stocks where there is a narrative that this sector will do well because of XYZ reasons. At this point of time there is no dearth of tips floating in whatsapp group and telegram channels. But there is enough evidence in history to show that more than anything else, it is time to use checks and balances while making investment decisions. Key Points
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For investors with risk appetite: 4 smallcap stocks with upside potential of up to 36%
The risk on trade, which essentially means taking exposure to the riskier asset class started once again. In India, this meant that once again, small cap stocks, which are the riskiest place to invest both in terms of business uncertainty and stocks liquidity risk, once again witnessed more activity. All those investors who have increased their exposure to small caps in the recent past or are thinking of increasing their exposure should put more checks and balances before investing in this space. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus applies different algorithms & filters to all BSE and NSE stocks, and lists stocks which fulfill the various criteria as specified into the algorithms & filters to find those which might help navigate the stock market. Key Points
Economic TimesThis Diwali be bullish but selectively: 7 largecap stocks with right mix of RoE & RoCE
Once again bulls have shown that while bears have the right to make a comeback attempt, bulls who have ruled the street for the last three years are in no mood to give up easily. That was reflected in improved market breadth even though nifty and sensex had been only moving in range bound mode. While the recent performance has been good, given the valuations, it would be better to be selectively bullish and put more checks and balances both in terms of quantitative and qualitative parameters while looking at stocks. Key Points
Economic TimesFor times when bears attempt a comeback! 7 largecap stocks from with right mix of RoE & RoCE
Monday’s trading session will start with the global market reacting to the development which took place in the middle east over the weekend. Both equity and commodities, especially oil prices will react. Given that valuations are not very cheap and we are close to the second quarter earning season getting started, it would be better that one should wait for some time before taking any decision, both to buy or sell. Also over the next couple of days if one is buying it would be better to stick to large cap stocks that too with more checks and balances put in place. Key Points
Economic TimesBears don't give notice before coming! 7 largecap stocks from different sector with right mix of RoE & RoC
Never fight liquidity but never ignore valuation. Given that valuations are not very cheap, any disappointment on any front, be it decline in the foreign flows or any domestic development increases the chances of sharp correction across the market. If one is looking to invest in equity, it would be better to have exposure to largecaps and have more checks and balances while picking the stocks. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “hold” or a “buy” or a strong buy . Key Points
Economic TimesISRO completes launch rehearsal of Aditya-L1 solar mission
ISRO has completed the launch rehearsal and internal checks for its Aditya-L1 mission to study the Sun. The spacecraft, scheduled to be launched on September 2, will provide remote observations of the solar corona and in situ observations of the solar wind. It will carry seven payloads to observe different layers of the Sun. Aditya-L1 is a fully indigenous effort with the participation of national institutions. Key Points
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Nearly month after two successive crashes of coast guard, Advanced Light Helicopters back in flight mode
The fleet of indigenous Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) has started flying operations again, nearly a month after two successive crashes of coast guard and naval variants of the aircraft. Extensive checks on the entire fleet of helicopters, also in service with the Army and Air Force, were undertaken and no signs of any deep-rooted issue with the aircraft were found. Key Points
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