Focus on growth-oriented companies and stop going by market cap divisions: Alok Agarwal

Alok Agarwal of Alchemy Capital suggests focusing on high-growth sectors like consumer discretionary and chemicals. He is underweight on IT and FMCG. GST rationalization is expected to boost consumption. Electronic manufacturing and hospitals are showing strong growth. He is selectively positive on lenders but favors capital market plays. Midcaps offer better growth prospects than largecaps.

Gem Aromatics IPO opens today; GMP at 6%. Should you bid?

Gem Aromatics’ IPO opens today, aiming to raise ₹451.3 crore. The issue comprises a fresh issue and an offer for sale, with proceeds earmarked for debt repayment and corporate purposes. Anand Rathi recommends subscribing for the long term, citing the company’s established position and growth potential, despite valuation concerns and key risks like customer concentration.

Vikram Solar IPO opens for subscription; GMP at 16%. Should you apply?

Vikram Solar is launching its Rs 2,079-crore IPO soon. The IPO opens on Tuesday and closes on Thursday. It includes a fresh issue and an offer for sale. Grey market premium indicates strong investor interest. The company plans significant capacity expansion. Brokerages recommend subscribing, citing robust domestic demand. The IPO will list on BSE and NSE.

Japan’s Nikkei hits record high as automakers rise on weaker yen

Japanese stocks surged to record highs, mirroring Wall Street’s gains and fueled by a weaker yen that boosted automaker stocks like Toyota and Honda. Renewed optimism about the domestic corporate outlook and foreign investor interest further propelled the rally. While banks declined following strong economic data, chip-related stocks also weighed on the Nikkei, contrasting with the broader market’s positive momentum.

Vodafone Idea shares in focus as Q1 loss widens to Rs 6,608 crore

Vodafone Idea reported a Q1FY25 net loss of Rs 6,608 crore, higher than last year, though sequential losses narrowed. Revenue grew 5% YoY to Rs 11,023 crore, while ARPU rose 15% to Rs 177. The telco expanded 5G to 22 cities, cut subscriber churn by 90%, and improved EBITDA margin to 41.8%. Shares closed 3.45% lower.