Kirloskar Oil Engines: A Buy Recommendation

Motilal Oswal Financial Services has recommended a 'buy' on Kirloskar Oil Engines with a target price of Rs 1,540 (+39%). Despite near-term weakness in its power generation segment, analysts are positive about the company's strategy to grow its share of high kVA rating products and its strong distribution network.

Media Sector Updates

ICICI Securities has 'buy' recommendations on PVR Inox (Target price: Rs 2,250; +50%), Sun TV (TP: Rs 1,111; +52%), and Zee Entertainment Enterprises (TP: Rs 195; +43%). Sun TV and Zee Ent are expected to gain market share in regional segments.

Persistent Systems: Bullish Outlook

InCred Equities recommends a 'buy' on Persistent Systems with a target price of Rs 6,863 (+5%). The analysts are bullish due to the company's business momentum and potential growth in the hi-tech vertical.

Metal Stocks Analysis

Emkay Global sees a potential demand-supply mismatch for aluminum in 2025. The brokerage has a 'sell' recommendation on Hindalco (TP: Rs 600; -6%) but 'buy' recommendations on Nalco (TP: Rs 275; +21%) and Vedanta (TP: Rs 600; +19%).

Piramal Pharma: A Strong Buy

JM Financial has a 'buy' rating on Piramal Pharma with a target price of Rs 340 (+30%). The recommendation is based on the company's contract research, development, and manufacturing capabilities.

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