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Research Periodic Report Markets Rally, But FMCG Stocks Lag; Godrej Properties’ Profit Soars, L&T Gains on Expansion Plans

Markets Rally, But FMCG Stocks Lag; Godrej Properties’ Profit Soars, L&T Gains on Expansion Plans

Written by - Fisdom Research

February 4, 2025 2 minutes

Market Snapshot

  • Benchmark Indices Rally: Sensex and Nifty surged 1.8%, driven by strong gains in capital goods, banking, energy, and auto stocks.
  • Positive Market Sentiment: Investors remained upbeat ahead of the Reserve Bank of India’s bi-monthly policy announcement scheduled for Friday.
  • Supportive Global Cues: Market confidence was further boosted as US President Donald Trump delayed tariffs on Mexico and Canada while signaling trade discussions with China.

Sectoral Trends

Sector Name % Change Sector Name % Change
NIFTY OIL & GAS 2.7 NIFTY BANK 1.9
NIFTY PSU BANK 2.4 NIFTY HEALTHCARE INDEX 1.8
NIFTY FINANCIAL SERVICES 2.1 NIFTY METAL 1.8
NIFTY PRIVATE BANK 2.1 NIFTY PHARMA 1.7

Top News

  • Godrej Properties reported a 163% YoY surge in net profit to ₹163 crore for Q3FY25, up from ₹62 crore in the previous year.
  • Larsen & Toubro shares jumped 5% after announcing plans to set up a pellet and DRI plant in the MENA region.
  • FMCG stocks extended losses for the second day despite a broader market rally, with United Breweries, Godrej Consumer Products, ITC Hotels, and Colgate trading in the red.
  • Eight Firms Set to Raise Over Rs 7,800 Crore.

Technical Outlook: Key Indices

Indices Name Support Resistance
Nifty 23,400 24,000
Bank Nifty 49,500 51,000

Top Gainers and Losers

Top Gainers % Change Top Losers % Change
SHRIRAMFIN 5.7 TRENT -6.4
LT 4.2 ITCHOTELS -4.2
BEL 3.7 BRITANNIA -1.3

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