In volatile markets, smart traders and investors keep an eye on which stocks are being picked by top brokerages. These picks often reflect updated outlooks, revised target prices, and fresh earnings or sector developments. Today, we’ll dive deeper into seven Indian stocks gaining attention—what’s driving interest, what risks lie ahead, and whether they deserve a place in your portfolio.
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What brokerages are saying about each stock
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Key triggers and risks
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A perspective for Indian investors
Why Brokerages’ Picks Matter for Indian Investors
Brokerage houses employ analysts who continuously monitor fundamentals, macro trends, and sector shifts. When analysts upgrade or highlight a stock, it can cause increased volume, fresh momentum, and media attention. For retail investors in India, tracking these brokerages’ favorites can provide valuable leads—though it’s never a substitute for your own due diligence.
The 7 Stocks in Focus & What Brokerages Are Saying
Below is a breakdown of the stocks catching brokerage radar today, their drivers, and what to watch out for.
1. PVR Inox
Broker Views: CLSA retains “Outperform” rating with target ~ ₹1,920.
Why it’s getting attention: Multiplexes are hoping for strong box office collections during the festive season, easing structural concerns.
Risks: Theatre attendance is still sensitive to COVID trends, content quality, and consumer sentiment.
2. ABB India
Broker Views: UBS keeps a “Neutral” call, target ~ ₹5,360.
Why it’s getting attention: The parent company is exiting the robotics business, but that’s expected to have limited impact on ABB India (robotics accounts for ~4% of revenue).
Risks: Any misestimation of the impact of parent-level decisions or weaker-than-expected orders could hurt sentiment.
3. Prestige Estates Projects
Broker Views: Nomura and Morgan Stanley both maintain “Buy/Overweight” with target ~ ₹1,900.
Why it’s getting attention: Their Q2 presales beat expectations; the company has already achieved a large chunk (69%) of FY26 presales guidance.
Risks: Real estate is cyclical; further macro or interest rate headwinds could impact demand or margins.
4. IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation)
Broker Views: Goldman Sachs retains “Buy” with target ~ ₹6,000.
Why it’s getting attention: International expansion is expected to be a growth driver, with capacity and route additions supporting long term growth.
Risks: Rising fuel costs, regulatory constraints, competition, or any shock to air travel demand.
5. Schloss Bangalore (Hospitality / Hotel Sector)
Broker Views: Morgan Stanley holds “Overweight” with target ~ ₹562.
Why it’s getting attention: The luxury & hospitality sector is showing signs of revival. Schloss Bangalore’s RevPAR (Revenue per Available Room) is expected to improve, and asset-management efforts are boosting occupancy.
Risks: Hospitality is highly sensitive to macro and demand fluctuations, especially if tourism slows or business travel weakens.
6. Eternal Ltd.
Broker Views: Citi upgrades and raises target to ₹395 (from ₹320).
Why it’s getting attention: Their growth is tightly linked to Blinkit, and as Blinkit scales, margins, user acquisition, and city expansions are key drivers.
Risks: Operating in a highly competitive grocery / e-commerce / dark store space, execution risks are big. Also margin pressure.
7. Lupin
Broker Views: Citi keeps “Buy” with target ~ ₹2,260.
Why it’s getting attention: Strategic investment in the U.S. manufacturing base (~USD 250 million) helps hedge geopolitical or regulatory risk in generics.
Risks: Regulatory challenges in pharma markets, pricing pressures, or failed execution in new plants or R&D.
What Should Indian Investors Do?
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Don’t chase blindly: Just because a broker highlights something doesn’t guarantee upside. Use it as a cue for deeper research (balance sheets, valuations, growth, risks).
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Watch near-term triggers: Results, earnings revisions, regulatory changes, macro or global demand shifts.
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Diversify exposure: Don’t put all eggs in one sector—these picks cut across cinema, pharma, aviation, real estate, hospitality, and e-commerce.
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Set stop losses / risk controls: Especially in volatile sectors like hospitality or consumer tech.
Conclusion
Brokerage houses have flagged PVR Inox, ABB India, Prestige, IndiGo, Schloss Bangalore, Eternal, and Lupin as stocks worth watching today. While each comes with its own tailwinds and risks, these picks offer windows into sectors the market is watching.
For retail investors in India, these picks can be starting points—not final calls. Use them as leads: dig into financials, evaluate valuation, and see if they fit your risk profile before making a move.
