Wondering what to gift your sister this Raksha Bandhan? As a brother, a financially secure future is one of the most useful gifts you can give your sister. Consider stocks as a meaningful and practical gift this Raksha Bandhan.
If your sister is interested in the stock market or wants to get into investing, stocks can be an exciting gift. By gifting her stocks, you are making her a part of a company and allowing her to benefit from its growth and profits. Choose stocks from established companies with a strong track record and growth potential. Before choosing, consider her risk tolerance, investment horizon and financial goals. Ultimately, the best gift you can give is long-term financial stability.
Master Capital Services has identified three stocks that are expected to yield returns of 15-20 percent, making them ideal gifts for Raksha Bandhan.
Larsen & Toubro Ltd specialises in providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) solutions in key sectors including infrastructure, hydrocarbons, power, process industries, defence and information technology, both domestically and internationally. The company has shown steady revenue growth and profitability over the past few years and has maintained its stability with return on capital employed (ROCE) and return on equity (ROE) of around 19 per cent and 15 per cent respectively, the brokerage said. Moreover, L&T’s strong global presence and geographical diversification enable the company to capitalise on international opportunities and reduce dependence on the domestic market, it said. The stock has already gained 32 per cent in the last one year.
2. HCL Technologies
HCL Technologies is a leading IT giant in India and is among the top five Indian IT services companies by revenue. The company offers a wide range of IT and business services including engineering, R&D and software products and operates in 60 countries. HCL specializes in digital, engineering, cloud and AI solutions for various sectors such as financial services, manufacturing, life sciences, retail, technology and telecom.
According to the brokerage firm, HCL Tech has consistently shown strong financial performance with steady revenue growth, healthy profit margins and effective cost management. The company has invested heavily in digital technologies, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. This focus is in line with current industry trends and positions the company to grow in the high-demand areas, it said. The IT stock has risen over 38 percent in the last year.
3. TATA Motors
Tata Motors Limited is a leading automobile manufacturer and one of the largest original equipment manufacturers in India. The company offers a wide range of passenger and commercial vehicles. Tata Motors owns the renowned Jaguar and Land Rover (JLR) brands and has established itself as a dominant player in the global automobile market. The company’s financials reflect a net profit margin of 7.10 percent, which has been steadily improving in line with revenue growth.
Tata Motors benefits from a robust supply chain and strong manufacturing capabilities that enable the company to effectively adapt to market changes and manage disruptions. By entering the electric vehicle (EV) segment early, Tata Motors has gained a head start over many competitors and currently holds the largest market share in the Indian EV segment. The company’s focus on innovation, sustainability and a robust product range underscores its potential for future growth and market opportunities, the brokerage pointed out. The Tata Group’s share price has already gained over 72 percent in the last year.
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