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Mint
21-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Recommended stocks to buy today: Top stock picks by market experts for 21 May
India's benchmark equity indices extended losses for a third straight session on Tuesday, 20 May, with the Sensex and Nifty falling by over 1%, dragged down by profit-booking in heavyweight stocks, rising global bond yields, and concerns over a resurgence in covid cases. With the selling bias showing its colour once again the bulls have been pushed to the background and will need more encouraging triggers to step up the momentum to the upside. The Sensex dropped 1.06% to close at 81,186.44 points on Tuesday. The Nifty 50 declined by 1.05% to end the day at 24,683.90. Only three of the 30 Sensex stocks ended in the green while the rest declined, with auto, financial, and defence stocks bearing the brunt of the selling. Best stocks to buy today: Recommended by NeoTrader's Raja Venkatraman Current market price: ₹675 Buy CMP and dips to: ₹650 | Stop: ₹635 | Target: ₹725-740 Current market price: ₹989.30 Buy above: ₹991 and dips to ₹950 | Stop: ₹935 | Target: ₹1,090-1,150 Stocks to trade: Trade Brains' recommendations for 21 May Current price: ₹476 Target price: ₹565 in 12 months Stop-loss: ₹431 Why it's recommended: In India, FMCG is the fourth largest sector contributing 3% to GDP and providing jobs to nearly 3 million people with the market size being valued at $245.39 billion in 2024. This is expected to grow 15-17% by revenue in FY25, driven by rising disposable incomes, rural penetration, and e-commerce expansion. Total revenue of FMCG market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 27.9% through 2021-27, reaching nearly $ 615.87 billion. Dabur India is among the top four FMCG companies in India. It caters to the following business segments - healthcare, personal care, and food products. Over the years, the company has been focusing on manufacturing and selling ayurvedic products. Their portfolio includes Dabur Amla, Dabur Red Paste, Dabur Chyawanprash, Dabur Honey, Dabur Honitus, Dabur PudinHara, Dabur Lal Tail, and Dabur Real. The company has manufacturing facilities in 22 locations with 14 in India, and one each in the UAE, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Nepal, Egypt, Bangladesh, Turkey, and Nigeria, offering products in over 100 countries across the globe, contributing 26% of its business from International regions. Dabur offers over 400 products across 21 categories and over 1,000 Stock Keeping Units (SKUs). Dabur India has built a strong distribution network of 8.5 million retail outlets across India. For FY25, the company has reported revenue from operations of ₹12,563 crore, up by 1.3% from ₹12,404 crore for the same period. Revenue from International business is ₹3,281 crore, a growth of 7.7%. Dabur acquired 51% Compulsory Redeemable Preference Shares in Sesa Care Private Ltd (Sesa) at a cash consideration of ₹12.6 crore. Sesa holds the number three position in the ayurvedic hair oil category. It is expected to help the company expand its foothold in the ayurvedic oil business in the medium term. Verticals contributing to Dabur's domestic business—49.7% from Home & Personal care, grew by 0.5% YoY, 31.3% from healthcare, up by 2.2% YoY, 2% from food, increased by 18.4% YoY, and beverages contributing over 17%, increased by 8.8% YoY. Risk factor: The company remains exposed to intense competition in the ayurvedic and herbal segment with multiple established players, including some large multinational players, as well as domestic companies. There is a risk of growth slowdown due to a challenging macroeconomic environment. Also remains exposed to agro-climatic risk, which could result in variations in crop output/prices as Dabur has a healthy dependence on agri commodities. Current price: ₹1,300 Target price: ₹1,490 in 12months Stop-loss: ₹1,205 Why it's recommended: Whirlpool recorded a growth rate of 16% in its consolidated total income, which stood at ₹8,110.16 crore in FY25 as against ₹6,993.59 crore in FY24. Net profit jumped 62% from ₹224.3 crore in FY24 to ₹362.78 crore in FY25. The board of directors recommended a final dividend of ₹5 per share. Whirlpool is constantly focusing on brand campaigns. It collaborated with HUL in Q2 for a joint marketing campaign of HUL's Surf Excel and Whirlpool's washing machine, aiming to improve their penetration in the market. The company is also focused on new product launches in its refrigerators and washing machine segments to cater to the ever-changing customer preferences. Whirlpool generates around 30% of its revenue from the June quarter owing to the seasonal support during summer. It is also investing funds in the front-end capability and capacity, including customer services and sales, and is constantly working towards greater execution, driving its premiumization goals, including stronger visibility of premium lines and new ranges. Whirlpool is also focused on better pricing strategy, especially in their premium lines, and continues to leverage greater customer relationships. Furthermore, as per the IBEF report, the washing appliance industry is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 7.65% to reach $5.43 billion by 2029, and the refrigerator market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.37% to reach $12.1 billion by 2033. The dishwasher market is expected to cross $90 million by 2025-26, supported by increasing demand from metropolitan cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Hyderabad. Key growth drivers are increasing share of fully automatic washing machines, inverted ACs, and larger refrigerators due to premiumization and prioritization of aesthetics beyond just functional machines. Penetration of smart appliances is estimated to reach 10% by 2028 from 4% in 2023. Other key factors, such as the availability of credit for consumer financing and omnichannel availability, may act as a tailwind for the sector. Currently, India's penetration of ACs & refrigerators is 10% and 35%, respectively, way lower than the world average. Further, AC penetration in India is projected to reach 40% by 2050. Risk factors: A significant part of the rural and semi-urban population is facing issues with affordable consumer goods due to increased premiumization. Thus, to improve penetration in India, more affordable-priced consumer durables should be marketed. Additionally, the country faces higher costs of logistics due to inefficiencies, which could lead to increased prices borne by end consumers. Furthermore, changes in e-waste regulations could impact Whirlpool's margins negatively, affecting its growth in profitability. Best stock recommendations for today by MarketSmith India Raja Venkatraman is co-founder, NeoTrader. His Sebi-registered research analyst registration no. is INH000016223. MarketSmith India: Trade name: William O'Neil India Pvt. Ltd; Sebi-registered research analyst registration number: INH000015543 Trade Brains Portal is a stock analysis platform. Its trade name is Dailyraven Technologies Pvt. Ltd, and its Sebi-registered research analyst registration number is INH000015729. Investments in securities are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing. Registration granted by Sebi and certification from NISM in no way guarantees performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors. Disclaimer: The views and recommendations given in this article are those of individual analysts. These do not represent the views of Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before making any investment decisions.
Mint
21-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Best stocks to trade today, 21 May, as recommended by Trade Brains Portal
Indian stock market indices suffered notable losses on Tuesday, 20 May, amid mixed global cues. The Sensex opened at 82,116.17, slightly higher than its previous close of 82,059.42, but tumbled as much as 906 points (1.10%) during the session to hit an intraday low of 81,153.70. Meanwhile, the Nifty 50 began at 24,996.20, up from its prior close of 24,945.45, before sliding 1.10% to an intraday low of 24,669.70. By the close, the Sensex had dropped 873 points, or 1.06%, to 81,186.44, while the Nifty 50 ended 262 points lower, down 1.05%, at 24,683.90. The selloff was broad-based, with the BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices falling 1.65% and 0.96%, respectively. Today, we recommend two stocks, one from the FMCG sector and the other from the consumer durable sector. We also analyse the market's performance on Tuesday to understand what lies ahead for the stock indices in the coming days. Dabur India Ltd Dabur India is among the top four FMCG companies in India. It caters to the following business segments - healthcare, personal care, and food products. Over the years, the company has been focusing on manufacturing and selling ayurvedic products. Their portfolio includes Dabur Amla, Dabur Red Paste, Dabur Chyawanprash, Dabur Honey, Dabur Honitus, Dabur PudinHara, Dabur Lal Tail, and Dabur Real. The company has manufacturing facilities in 22 locations with 14 in India, and one each in the UAE, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Nepal, Egypt, Bangladesh, Turkey, and Nigeria, offering products in over 100 countries across the globe, contributing 26% of its business from International regions. Dabur offers over 400 products across 21 categories and over 1,000 Stock Keeping Units (SKUs). Dabur India has built a strong distribution network of 8.5 million retail outlets across India. For FY25, the company has reported revenue from operations of ₹12,563 crore, up by 1.3% from ₹12,404 crore for the same period. Revenue from International business is ₹3,281 crore, a growth of 7.7%. Dabur acquired 51% Compulsory Redeemable Preference Shares in Sesa Care Private Ltd (Sesa) at a cash consideration of ₹12.6 crore. Sesa holds the number three position in the ayurvedic hair oil category. It is expected to help the company expand its foothold in the ayurvedic oil business in the medium term. Read this | FMCG firms have been hunting for deals. Their appetite is only growing bigger Verticals contributing to Dabur's domestic business - 49.7% from Home & Personal care, grew by 0.5% YoY, 31.3% from healthcare, up by 2.2% YoY, 2% from food, increased by 18.4% YoY, and beverages contributing over 17%, increased by 8.8% YoY. Whirlpool Of India Ltd Whirlpool is constantly focusing on brand campaigns. It collaborated with HUL in Q2 for a joint marketing campaign of HUL's Surf Excel and Whirlpool's washing machine, aiming to improve their penetration in the market. The company is also focused on new product launches in its refrigerators and washing machine segments to cater to the ever-changing customer preferences. Whirlpool generates around 30% of its revenue from the June quarter owing to the seasonal support during summer. It is also investing funds in the front-end capability and capacity, including customer services and sales, and is constantly working towards greater execution, driving its premiumization goals, including stronger visibility of premium lines and new ranges. Whirlpool is also focused on better pricing strategy, especially in their premium lines, and continues to leverage greater customer relationships. Furthermore, as per the IBEF report, the washing appliance industry is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 7.65% to reach $5.43 billion by 2029, and the refrigerator market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.37% to reach $12.1 billion by 2033. The dishwasher market is expected to cross $90 million by 2025-26, supported by increasing demand from metropolitan cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Hyderabad. Read this | The Centre plans extended warranty for off-season, gifts electronics—but with a catch Key growth drivers are increasing share of fully automatic washing machines, inverted ACs, and larger refrigerators due to premiumization and prioritization of aesthetics beyond just functional machines. Penetration of smart appliances is estimated to reach 10% by 2028 from 4% in 2023. Other key factors, such as the availability of credit for consumer financing and omnichannel availability, may act as a tailwind for the sector. Currently, India's penetration of ACs & refrigerators is 10% and 35%, respectively, way lower than the world average. Further, AC penetration in India is projected to reach 40% by 2050. Stock market recap 20 May The Indian market opened flat on Tuesday but quickly slipped into the red, with the Nifty 50 starting below the 25,000 mark at 24,996 and the BSE Sensex opening at 82,116. Broader indices declined further throughout the day, with the Nifty hitting an intraday low of 24,669.70 before closing at 24,683.90, a drop of 261.55 points or 1.05%. The Nifty's RSI stood at 57.97, below the overbought threshold of 70, and the index remained above its 20, 50, 100, and 200-day EMAs. The Sensex followed a similar trend, hitting an intraday low of 81,154 and closing at 81,186.44, down 872.98 points or 1.06%, with an RSI of 56.91, also trading above all four EMAs. All sectoral indices ended in the red, led by Nifty Auto, which dropped 521.4 points (2.17%) to 23,531 amid profit booking after a four-day rally. Nifty Next 50 declined 1.84% (1,240 points) to 66,165.50, and Nifty Midcap 50 fell 1.54% (246 points) to 15,797.60. Nifty IT and Metals outperformed the broader market, posting smaller losses of approximately 0.52% and 0.59%, respectively. Also read | FPI assets top $800 billion after 4 months as markets rebound on eased trade worries Market sentiment was dampened by Moody's downgrade of the US credit rating, foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, and sector-specific profit booking in areas such as Auto and Defense. Additionally, rising COVID-19 cases in parts of Asia, including Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand, added to investor caution. Trade Brains Portal is a stock analysis platform. Its trade name is Dailyraven Technologies Pvt. Ltd, and its Sebi-registered research analyst registration number is INH000015729. Investments in securities are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing. Registration granted by Sebi and certification from NISM in no way guarantee performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors. Disclaimer: The views and recommendations given in this article are those of individual analysts. These do not represent the views of Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before making any investment decisions.
Hindustan Times
10-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Ultimate nutrition guide for breastfeeding mothers: Dietician shares 24 tips for a healthy lactation period
A lot goes into a mother's health after childbirth, but the post-delivery period can be especially demanding, with the constant need to care for the baby and manage breastfeeding. At this time, mothers need to prioritise nutrition, as only with robust nutrition can one support the physical changes of postpartum recovery, maintain resilience, stay energetic, as well as boost the quality of breast milk, which, in turn, determines the baby's development. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Padmini B. V, Clinical Dietitian and HOD at Apollo Hospital in Sheshadripuram, Bangalore, explained the importance of nutrition, sharing valuable diet and hydration tips. She said, 'Nutrition adequacy is very important during breastfeeding to ensure good health for both the baby and the mother. Nutritional requirements are emphasised during pregnancy, which builds a foundation for the mother's health post-pregnancy and supports the baby's development." Dr Padmini later pointed out how mothers often end up overlooking their own needs as the baby's needs take over. But taking care of what a mother eats during this period is just as important. Dr Padmini emphasised, "The importance of nutrition is often neglected during the breastfeeding stage, as the primary focus shifts to the growing child. During breastfeeding, a well-balanced diet is essential, as this is a crucial and vulnerable stage in a mother's life. The lactation period is brief, but it is very special. A balanced diet helps in building strength and stamina for the mother, enabling her to continue caring for her children and family in the long run. Healthy eating enhances the quality of breast milk for the baby. For some women who are unable to produce enough milk, healthy eating habits can help improve breast milk secretion.' Dr Padmini shared a detailed and comprehensive guide on nutrition for breastfeeding mothers with us, covering all the essentials. Here's the guide: Make sure that your diet fulfils the recommended intake of iron, zinc, magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin E and folic acid: A gap of 2 hours after dinner is required. Include galactogogues (food substances which stimulate milk secretion). ALSO READ: Breastfeeding vs formula feeding: What's best for your newborn? Doctor explains pros and cons where it can be incorporated1 Fenugreek Seeds Veg Curry Sweet fenugreek pongalMethi LadooMethi SproutsDosa batter2 Cumin seeds Jeera RiceAkki rotiCurriesJeera Buttermilk3 Ginger Gravy vegetablesCurries4 Jaggery ChikkiLadoosPayasamDaliaMix with jaggery5 Fennel After meals as mouth freshnerVeg kurmaNon-veg gravies6 Sesame ChikiTil ladoosTil ki chutney7 Almonds Badam KheerBadam ChikiBadam halwaRoasted badam8 Garden Cress Seeds ChikkiGarden cress seeds porridge9 Milk Milk shakesSmoothieIcecreamKheers10 Garlic ChutneyVeg curriesNon-veg dishesGarlic HalwaPulav11 Shepu leaves SambarStuffed parathas Vegetable preprations 1 Fenugreek Seeds 2 Cumin seeds 3 Ginger 4 Jaggery 5 Fennel 6 Sesame 7 Almonds 8 Garden Cress Seeds 9 Milk 10 Garlic 11 Shepu leaves Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
'God loves Peru': Country celebrates new Pope as one of their own
Halfway through Leo XIV's first speech as pope, which he delivered in Italian, he stopped and asked if he might say a few words in Spanish. Smiling, he continued: "A greeting to all and in particular to my dear Diocese of Chiclayo, in Peru." The first American pope is a citizen of Peru and has spent much of his life there, travelling between the two countries for decades until 2014, when Pope Francis appointed him bishop of the Chiclayo Diocese in the country's north. On Thursday, Peruvians rejoiced at the appointment of one of their own to the highest position in the Catholic Church. Standing near Lima's cathedral shortly after bells rang out in celebration of the appointment, elementary school teacher Isabel Panez said: "For us Peruvians, it is a source of pride that this is a pope who represents our country." Prevost would often say that he had "come from Chicago to Chiclayo – the only difference is a few letters," Diana Celis, who attended several Masses officiated by the then Bishop Robert Prevost, told the Associated Press news agency. He reportedly referred to Peru, where around three quarters of people are Catholic, as "mi segunda patria" – my second homeland. Peru's president, Dina Voluarte, described Pope Leo as Peruvian "by choice and conviction". "The pope is Peruvian; God loves Peru," she said. Born in Chicago in 1955, he is the son of Louis Marius Prevost, of French and Italian descent, and Mildred Martinez, of Spanish descent. After completing studies in theology in Chicago and in canon law in Rome, the Catholic Church sent him to Peru for the first time. He arrived at the Augustinian mission in Chulucanas, in the Peruvian department of Piura, in 1985, aged 30, and the following year, joined the mission in Trujillo. For almost three decades, he worked between the US and Peru. Then, in 2014, Pope Francis appointed Prevost bishop of Chiclayo, a position he assumed the following year, after becoming a Peruvian citizen. Jose Luis Perez Guadalupe, who was the minister responsible for signing Prevost's naturalisation, told BBC Mundo that he was "a very attentive and very thoughtful man, who listened more than he spoke." These were his first encounters with a country that would come to shape his life. Janinna Sesa, who met Prevost while she worked for the church's Caritas nonprofit, told the Associated Press during torrential rains in 2022 he waded through mud to help people in Chiclayo and nearby villages. He also delivered food and blankets to remote Andean villages, driving a white pickup truck and sleeping on a thin mattress on the floor. There, Sesa said, Prevost ate whatever was offered to him, including the peasant diet consisting of potatoes, cheese and sweet corn. But, if the opportunity came up, he would enjoy carne asada – one of his favorite dishes – accompanied by a glass of Coca-Cola. He also had an interest in cars. "He has no problem fixing a broken-down truck until it runs," Sesa said. Prevost was the driving force for the purchase of two oxygen-production plants during the coronavirus pandemic, which killed more than 217,000 people across Peru. "He worked so hard to find help, that there was not only enough for one plant, but for two oxygen plants," Sesa said. Edinson Farfán, the Peruvian Bishop of Chiclayo since 2024, said Pope Leo would continue Pope Francis's legacy of working with the poor and advocating for "a Church with open doors". He was "very close to Pope Francis", he said. "He was undoubtedly deeply influenced by this particular Church of Chiclayo. Chiclayo is a city that greatly values the simple faith of its people. He has a special affection for the diocese." "It's his beloved diocese, it's his life. He learned here everything he can share and will share with the entire world." But not all in the country are proud of his record. Serious accusations have been made about his handling of sexual abuse cases during his time as Bishop of Chiclayo. In 2023, three Peruvian women went public with claims that as bishop he failed to investigate their reports of having been abused as teenagers by two priests in Chiclayo, dating back to 2007. They said that when they raised their allegations with the diocese in 2022, no proper inquiry was opened. Church officials in Chiclayo said that action was taken and the accused priests were put on precautionary suspension, and that the case was referred to the Vatican's Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, which handles serious abuse cases. The diocese said it was Rome's decision to shelve the case without a full canonical trial and that it conducted a preliminary investigation. These allegations about his leadership are one of the challenges he will face as he now heads the Church worldwide. Perez Guadalupe said that while Prevost primarily remained focused on church matters in Peru, he was "very attentive to the reality" of the country. In 2023, when violent anti-government protests following the ousting of then-president Pedro Castillo left 49 dead, Prevost told Peruvian media he felt "much sorrow and much pain". That year, Pope Francis called Prevost to Rome to serve as the prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, the powerful head of the office that vets bishop nominations from around the world and one of the most important jobs in the Catholic Church. He was also appointed president of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America. Prevost said that he had asked Pope Francis to allow him to remain in Peru longer. As he heard Prevost was the new pope, Thomas Nicolini, a Peruvian who studies economics in Rome, went to St Peter's Square. He told the AP that Chiclayo is, "A beautiful area, but one of the regions that needs lots of hope." "So, now I'm expecting that the new pope helps as many people as possible, and tries to reignite, let's say, the faith young people have lost."
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Debutants Sesa FA make final push for IWL berth
The IWL 2 final round kicks off for Sesa FA at the Duler Football Stadium in Mapusa on Friday with a clash against Garhwal United FC at 8.30am Panaji: They were not even supposed to be there in the first place but Sesa FA senior women's team is now full of belief that they can make it to the top from the second-tier of the Indian Women's League (IWL). The IWL 2 final round kicks off at the Duler Football Stadium in Mapusa on Friday with a clash against Garhwal United FC at 8.30am. Roots FC face Indian Arrows Juniors later in the day. 'This team is the result of belief and hard work,' said coach Severino Fernandes. 'I am glad that the team is carrying forward their rich vein of form from the state league. They have demonstrated a level of commitment and maturity that belies their (IWL2) debut status. As we prepare to host the playoffs, we are taking care of every detail. Operation Sindoor Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list Did Pak shoot down Indian jets? What MEA said India foils Pakistan's attack on Jammu airport: What we know so far Our preparations include high-intensity drills, match simulations, detailed opposition analysis and focused recovery sessions. ' Sesa entered the competition only due to a last-minute withdrawal and are now out to prove that they belong to the upper echelons of women's football in India. The first-time winners of the Women's League in Goa are brimming with confidence and self-belief. In the qualifiers, Sesa topped group C with an unbeaten record, which included two wins and two draws. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her body cannot endure this level of pain; please help her. Donate For Health Learn More Undo The opponents though will be far stronger in the final round as they aim to finish among the top two with Garhwal United FC (Delhi), Roots FC (Bengaluru), Krida Prabhodini Pune (Maharashtra) and Indian Arrows Women Juniors (AIFF developmental side) providing stiff opposition. 'The performance of our women's team is not an outlier, it's the result of ground work laid through the Women's League (in Goa), our investment in scouting and development, and a progressive footballing ecosystem that encourages young women to dream big,' said technical director Gavin Araujo. 'This group of players has shown what's possible when talent meets opportunity. They've put in the hours, they've faced tough battles on the field, and now they're poised to compete at the highest level. Hosting the playoffs is a proud moment for all of us, and we're confident the girls will rise to the occasion,' he added. Though football remains a team sport, individual efforts at Sesa cannot be discounted. There's Pushpa Parab, who is leading from the front, while Sushmita is a fine midfielder. Goalkeeper Ria Rajesh has also provided a good account of herself.
