From the start of the financial year FY 24, midcap stocks have been making a comeback. If one looks at their recent performance in the last few days of volatility, it is clear that there is not much selling pressure and also the way street is rewarding a good Q4 result, it is clear that there is enough liquidity on the street as far as mid-caps are concerned. If one goes on by the market breadth, there are indications that bulls might be back in control. Keep an eye on liquidity and the market breadth in the next few sessions as that will determine what happens to mid-cap stocks in the medium term. If the market breadth stays positive then it is very likely that we might see more strength in mid-caps. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy". This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.
Here s a look at some of the latest stock recommendations by analysts. These stocks are expected to return between 16% and 24% as per analysts price targets
Morgan Stanley reiterated its overweight rating on Dalmia Bharat, while Macquarie advised an outperform rating for Axis Bank. Jefferies sustained a hold rating on Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Investec endorsed a buy rating for Aurobindo Pharma.
On the options front, the maximum Call OI is placed at 22400 and then towards 22600 strikes while the maximum Put OI is placed at 22100 and then towards 22300 strikes.
In the last few trading sessions, the way market breadth has panned out in the mid-cap segment it is very clear that demand for midcap paper is still very high. If one looks at the reaction of the street to a positive surprise in Q4 results coming from a mid-cap company, it is very clear there is still lots of money which is ready to move into midcap stocks. While good results will bring some moderation in valuations, but on an overall basis, the valuations are still at the higher end. But as the liquidity support continues, there is no point in fighting it. The only thing that needs to be done, that while buy the stocks, be more selective and have a long term perspective. Don t panic if tomorrow due to what the US Fed does or anything happening in the Middle east, there is a correction. That will only happen, if one has done his or her homework before buying the stocks.