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GE Aerospace has delivered the first of 99 (nos.) F404-IN20 engines to HAL for Tejas Mk 1A. We see this is a vital development that allays execution risk concerns. At Aero India, HAL expressed confidence in receiving 12 (nos.) F404- IN20 engines for the LCA Mk 1A this year.

Five Star Business Finance (FIVESTAR) had calibrated its AUM growth in light of the macroeconomic environment, the overleveraging of certain customers with unsecured loans, and regulatory expectations.

HDFC AMC is India's third-largest mutual fund house with QAAUM of INR7.9t. It holds an overall market share of 11.5% and a 12.8% share in actively managed equity QAAUM, underpinned by strong brand reputation, consistent fund performance, and an extensive distribution network.

Brigade Enterprises (BRGD) posted a 36% CAGR in presales over FY20-24 and is expected to deliver more than 24% growth during FY25-27, guided by its strong launch pipeline and scale-up in Hyderabad and Chennai.

We met with the management of Marico (MRCO) to discuss industry trends, the company’s growth across verticals, and its long-term strategies. MRCO is focused on achieving steady double-digit growth, driven by the gradually improving trajectory in its core categories, rapid scaling of new-age businesses, and stable growth in international markets.

We initiate coverage on Suzlon Energy (SUEL) with a BUY rating and a target price of INR70/share, implying 21% upside. SUEL is a global leader in wind energy with an installed capacity of ~20.9GW across 17 countries.

Suven’s rapid ascendance in the CDMO space has been remarkable. It has journeyed from being a small molecule-focused CDMO to achieving eminence as one of the few CDMOs in India that offers contract manufacturing of oligonucleotides and ADCs.