Stock Market Recommendations for the Week Starting April 7, 2025

According to Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, the top stock picks for the week are Trent and HDFC Bank. Here's a closer look at these recommendations:

Trent: A Fashion Retail Powerhouse

Trent has surpassed the milestone of 1,000 fashion stores for FY25, with significant growth in both Zudio and Westside stores. The company's focus on expanding its footprint and introducing new categories positions it for sustained growth. Analysts project a revenue/EBITDA/PAT CAGR of 32%/34%/39% over FY24-27.

HDFC Bank: Navigating Post-Merger Challenges

HDFC Bank is effectively addressing post-merger challenges through robust deposit mobilization and portfolio rebalancing. With prudent asset quality and operational streamlining, the bank is on track to achieve its RoA/RoE targets of 1.8%/14.1% by FY27.

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