Sharekhan Broker Research reports

Power Grid has won 11 TBCB projects after the Q3FY25 results and the company maintains a strong win ratio (>50%) in its projects. The company is on track for a large capex of Rs. ~3.3 lakh crore till FY32 because of the strong renewable energy capacity addition in India.

The cement sector is increasingly consolidating, enabling companies to expand geographically, secure vital limestone reserves, and achieve economies of scale. Acquisitions are allowing market leaders to scale up quickly and strengthen their competitive positions.

The bank is reasonably confident to deliver loan growth of 1.5-2.0x the nominal GDP growth and sustain RoA over ~2% in the near to medium term.

Management expects over 20% growth in FY25 and is confident of sustaining this momentum, driven by strong 9MFY25 performance, favourable industry trends, and broad-based growth across verticals and markets.

Bajaj Finance’s board has promoted Mr. Rajeev Jain (MD & CEO) to as vice chairman, in the capacity of an executive director for three years with effect from 1 April 2025. Besides, Mr Anup Saha (deputy MD) has been promoted as MD.

We participated in a conference call organised by Mastek’s management to address the concerns stemming from the abolishment of NHS England on account of its merger with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Vinati Organics is expanding its ATBS capacity to 60,000 MT by Q1FY26, driven by strong demand and a favorable outlook for the US oil & gas sector.

Clarifying the news, Carborundum Universal’s management confirmed that VAW’s sanctions are minimal and to the tune of 2% of overall profitability.

Bajaj Holdings & Investment Limited (BHIL) holds Bajaj Group’s key investments in two flagship companies – Bajaj Auto Limited (BAL – 34.21% stake) and Bajaj Finserv (BFS – 39.03% stake).

Coromandel International announced the signing of definitive agreements to acquire a majority stake in NACL Industries Limited (NACL). Coromandel is set to acquire 53% shareholding in NACL industries, for consideration of Rs 820 Crores at Rs 76.7/- price per share from the current promoter KLR Products Limited.

IndusInd Bank reported discrepancies in its derivative portfolio pertaining to transactions done over the past 7-8 years. During the internal review of the trade book in derivative portfolio in October 2024, the bank found some discrepancies.

Bharti Airtel has signed an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in India, subject to regulatory approvals.

In our interaction with the management, it reiterated its disbursement/AUM growth target for FY26E. It expects AUM growth to improve to ~15% for FY2026E (vs sub ~10% for FY25E) despite challenges in its key market Karnataka & Telangana.

SBI is expected to sustain healthy performance in terms of growth and profitability in the near to medium term. Loan growth guidance is intact at ~14-15% y-o-y and deposit growth at 10% y-o-y.

The power demand in YTDFY25 (till February) is up only 4.4% y-o-y because of the impact of the monsoon this year and weak economic activity. However, with a hot summer expected this year and temperatures expected to rise, power demand should pick-up.

UltraTech Cement has revealed plans to enter the cables & wires sector, backed by a capital expenditure of Rs 1800 crore. The company seeks to broaden its portfolio within the building construction value chain and capitalise on its existing distribution network.

HDFC Life continues guide for 18-20% APE growth and >15% VNB growth in the next couple of quarters. APE growth remained healthy at 20% y-o-y while VNB grew by 14% y-o-y in 9MFY25.

UltraTech Cement’s capacity expansion remains a cornerstone of its growth strategy. By FY25, its cement capacity is projected to reach 182.8 million tonnes (28% of India’s total cement capacity) with plans to scale it to 209 million tonnes by FY27, through both organic and inorganic growth.

Jubilant Foodworks in its analyst meet laid down its FY28 Ambition with focus on the BOLD strategy (Breakthrough technology, Operate with excellence, Lead with purpose and Delicious food).

SRF’s fluorochemicals division shows strong demand with firm pricing. The company is investing Rs. 1,100 crore in less-polluting HFO (fourth generation) for FY28 launch.