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Puja Tayal is a financial writer with over 17 years of experience in the field of fundamental research. She brings a good blend of comprehensive, well-researched insights into how different factors affect a company’s fundamentals and its stock price. Every stock and its financial statement have a story to tell and unraveling this story is what Puja enjoys doing most. She has a keen interest in the semiconductor industry, AI, and new-age digitization. Her work is published in investment newsletters like Motley Fool Canada, Stock News, and Market Realist, where she talks about US stocks and ETFs, investment, and tax planning. On the academic front, she has completed her CFA Level 1 and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting.

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HDFC Bank slides on chairman’s exit. Is the sell-off overdone?Subscriber Only

April 01, 2026 06:30 IST

HDFC Bank is facing a convergence of global and domestic shocks that has unsettled investor sentiment. As the bank pivots from growth to stability amid leadership uncertainty, a key question emerges: is the market overreacting?

Wed, Apr 01, 2026
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Netweb Technologies rallied 600% since IPO: Is this multibagger AI stock a buy now?Subscriber Only

March 07, 2026 06:30 IST

The recent AI Impact Summit created new opportunities for Indian companies to build global AI data centres. Data-centre and AI stocks saw strong gains, with Netweb Technologies among the notable beneficiaries. The company manufactures AI systems and high-performance computing solutions. But can it sustain its growth as AI investments accelerate?

Sat, Mar 07, 2026
👁 ITC hotels

Is 2026 the next growth phase for India’s hotel stocks?Subscriber Only

February 20, 2026 06:30 IST

After a phase of rapid growth between 2021 and 2024, the rally in hotel stocks stalled despite high occupancy, strong earnings, and bullish analyst sentiment. Certain external factors weighed on performance, but analysts remain optimistic, citing robust demand and healthy growth in average room rates.

Fri, Feb 20, 2026
👁 it-stocks

Layoffs, AI, restructuring: Is the downside over for Indian IT stocks?Subscriber Only

February 12, 2026 06:30 IST

India’s IT stocks have declined amid slowing deal activity, mass layoffs, and concerns over AI-driven restructuring and muted growth. However, sector leaders TCS and Infosys remain optimistic about the next growth cycle.

Thu, Feb 12, 2026
👁 Indigo Plane

Is the recent IndiGo chaos a buying opportunity or a warning bell?Subscriber Only

January 12, 2026 06:30 IST

IndiGo’s share price has slipped below Rs 5,000 after reaching an all-time high of Rs 6,232.5 on August 18, 2025. The reason was the December 2025 flight cancellations. While IndiGo flights have returned to normalcy, its share price hasn’t. What is keeping the market apprehensive?

Tue, Jan 13, 2026
👁 max healthcare hospital

Max Healthcare’s 800% rally hits a wall: Is a 74x P/E ratio sustainable in 2026?Subscriber Only

January 06, 2026 07:00 IST

In 2025, Max Healthcare’s share price plateaued after an 800% rally as the company’s ROCE and EBITDA margins fell with new capacity addition. At a 74x P/E ratio, is there more upside for the stock in 2026?

Wed, Jan 07, 2026
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At 21x P/E, is Lupin an undervalued pharma giant poised for the next growth cycle?Subscriber Only

November 25, 2025 06:30 IST

Lupin stocks have been range-bound throughout 2025 after two years of a strong rally. Record earnings and USFDA approvals couldn’t move the stock much. Has the cyclical upside ended? Where is Lupin looking for new growth?

Mon, Nov 24, 2025
👁 HAL

Inside HAL’s 37x P/E: Decoding the defence giant’s valuation premiumSubscriber Only

November 15, 2025 09:54 IST

HAL has benefited significantly from India’s defence indigenisation push, but the stock’s rally has moderated despite fresh defence orders and civil aviation MoUs. Still, analysts remain bullish, citing strong order visibility and long-term growth drivers.

Sat, Nov 15, 2025
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Air India Express losses rise: Is Air India’s 2027 profitability target now in turbulence?Subscriber Only

November 01, 2025 09:00 IST

Air India Express’ losses ballooned fourfold while IndiGo’s profits fell 11% in FY25. Delays in new aircraft deliveries, rupee depreciation, closure of Pakistan and Middle East border, are hurting the bottomline of airlines. Will Tata’s ambition to turn Air India profitable fructify?

Fri, Oct 31, 2025
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Why Axis Bank could be the next value play on the Indian stock marketSubscriber Only

October 27, 2025 13:43 IST

Axis Bank stock is nearing its 52-week high as the Q2 FY26 earnings hint recovery. Its 5-year-long restructuring has helped it clean up its balance sheet and improve asset quality. Is the bank set to turn a new leaf next year?

Mon, Oct 27, 2025
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65% rally in 6 months: Is Sammaan Capital rising from the ashes?Subscriber Only

October 10, 2025 10:40 IST

A multibagger housing finance stock in 2016-17, it lost 90% value between 2018 and 2022. Learning from past mistakes and rebranding itself as Sammaan Capital, the firm is making a fresh start with private equity funding. Is this the beginning of a turnaround?

Fri, Oct 10, 2025
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Bosch India reaches a new all-time high of Rs 41,000: Is it still a buy?Subscriber Only

September 27, 2025 11:04 IST

With auto sales flat in Europe, India’s automotive market is rebounding. Bosch India hit a new high of Rs 41,945 as changing regulatory norms and electrification create opportunities for domestic-focused auto ancillaries. While its fundamentals are solid, the key question is how effectively it can seize India’s electrification opportunity and expand market share.

Sat, Sep 27, 2025
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This small-cap defence stock surged 2,147% in 3 years: What makes it different?Subscriber Only

September 19, 2025 06:30 IST

Apollo Micro Systems started its defence sector rally in 2023 and has outperformed its PSU peers. The momentum has been fuelled by innovations moving into large-scale production and order inflow. But with the stock now trading at a 149x PE ratio, the question is: has it peaked or is this the first stage of its growth journey?

Fri, Sep 19, 2025
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Gokaldas Exports faces tariff turbulence: Should you exit or buy the dip?Subscriber Only

September 10, 2025 06:45 IST

A 50% US tariff has rattled Indian textile exporters, but upcoming UK and EU trade deals could present an opportunity. Gokaldas Exports is betting on diversification and cost control to stay resilient.

Wed, Sep 10, 2025
👁 tata motors

Is Tata Motors a deep value buy or a turnaround trap?Subscriber Only

August 14, 2025 06:30 IST

Tata Motors’ stock has lagged its peers as the company prepares for a demerger and an acquisition in FY26. The planned purchase of Iveco mirrors Tata’s familiar strategy of acquiring assets in a declining market. The key question is whether the demerger can unlock shareholder value and steer both the passenger and commercial vehicle businesses toward a successful Turnaround 2.0.

Thu, Aug 14, 2025
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Riding the Schneider-Nvidia AI wave: Is this Indian small-cap the next big winner?Subscriber Only

August 01, 2025 06:35 IST

After a decade of balance sheet struggles, Schneider Electric Infrastructure has delivered multibagger returns, supported by four consecutive years of profits. But can it sustain strong order inflows and extend its rally, riding on India’s AI-driven infrastructure boom?

Thu, Jul 31, 2025
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From a 90% crash to a 1,000% rally: Can PC Jeweller regain its shine?Subscriber Only

July 21, 2025 06:30 IST

PC Jeweller’s fortunes plummeted in 2018 after insider trading allegations shattered investor confidence, sparking a series of legal and financial crises. Five years on, the company is staging a comeback, with fresh capital infusion, debt restructuring, and a return to profitability. Its stock has rallied over 1,000%, but challenges remain. The question now is: could PCJ be another comeback story be in the making?

Mon, Jul 21, 2025
👁 Hindustan Zinc

Hindustan Zinc: Fundamentals intact, but is the stock worth the risk?Subscriber Only

July 16, 2025 06:30 IST

Despite record production and strong earnings, Hindustan Zinc has lagged behind the Nifty Metal Index, weighed down by concerns over Vedanta’s debt. But is there still a silver lining for investors?

Thu, Jul 17, 2025
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Tata Steel rallied 484% in 5 years: Does the stock have more upside?Subscriber Only

July 11, 2025 13:11 IST

Tata Steel enjoyed a 5-year bull run despite geopolitical tensions and rising Chinese steel imports. Can strong domestic demand and cost optimisation in Europe fuel its bull run in FY26 and beyond?

Fri, Jul 11, 2025
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Vodafone Idea’s debt crisis: Time to buy or back away?Subscriber Only

July 01, 2025 06:52 IST

Vodafone Idea’s ongoing fight for survival makes it a highly speculative stock for investors chasing momentum. But how did Vi get here — and what’s the next hurdle in its path?

Tue, Jul 01, 2025
👁 Reliance Power is no stranger to winning big orders. Its IPO aimed to raise money for 12 projects with a combined installed capacity of 28GW

Reliance Power stock jumps 100% in 3 months: A turnaround or another bubble?Subscriber Only

June 23, 2025 13:13 IST

Reliance Power’s stock has jumped 100% in just three months. Project wins, debt cleanup, settlement of legal cases, and fresh funding have raised the hopes of a turnaround. But what do the fundamentals say?

Mon, Jun 23, 2025
👁 Waaree Energies is also expanding vertically. In backward integration, it manufactures cells, ingots, wafers, battery storage, and green hydrogen electrolysers.

Is Waaree Energies the next green energy multibagger?Subscriber Only

June 17, 2025 06:58 IST

Waaree Energies is expanding vertically and horizontally to become an integrated solar company. However, US policy uncertainty is limiting its growth. What does it need to become a multibagger?

Tue, Jun 17, 2025
👁 Part of the Murugappa Group, Coromandel is the largest fertiliser company by market cap (Rs 68,000 crore).

Coromandel International’s stock jumped 48% in 3 months: Is there more upside?Subscriber Only

June 09, 2025 11:51 IST

An early monsoon onset has set fertiliser stocks on the road to a good Kharif season. This Murugappa Group company is sowing the seeds for earnings growth through innovation, acquisition, and expansion.

Mon, Jun 09, 2025
👁 On March 28, the Union Cabinet approved a Rs 23,000 crore PLI scheme for electronics components manufacturing.

India’s PLI scheme for electronics components: Is it a new growth chapter for EMS stocks?Subscriber Only

June 02, 2025 13:05 IST

In March this year, the Union Cabinet approved a Rs 23,000 crore PLI scheme for electronics components manufacturing. Can the EMS stocks now pass the growth baton to the new PLI scheme and begin a new chapter of growth through vertical integration?

Mon, Jun 02, 2025
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Is the TCS slowdown a buying opportunity?Subscriber Only

May 27, 2025 07:35 IST

TCS shares have underperformed amid slowing deal momentum and earnings growth, driven largely by weakness in the US market. This raises the question: Could a slowdown in earnings reduce Tata Sons’ dividend income from TCS and impact its future investments?

Tue, May 27, 2025
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