HSBC has revised its stance on the Indian market, downgrading it to Neutral from Overweight. The brokerage firm has set a target of ₹85,990 for the Sensex 2025, reflecting a cautious outlook.
Key Highlights:
- Valuations elevated: With the market trading at 23x forward earnings, HSBC notes that profits have softened, making valuations stretched.
- Earnings slowdown: FY25 earnings growth for the Nifty 50 has been revised downward from 15% to 5%, citing weaker growth prospects.
- Historical growth: India has seen an annualized growth of 25% in recent years, but a slowdown is evident.
- Investor behavior: The firm anticipates that investors will likely re-evaluate their positions, which may limit market returns in the near term.
HSBC’s cautious approach is rooted in elevated valuations and a deceleration in corporate earnings growth, signaling a need for prudent investment strategies.
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