IT Stocks Extend Rebound: Infosys, TCS, HCL Tech Surge 2-4%
Sharp Recovery Continues:
Nifty IT jumped 2.8% for second straight day. HCL Tech led with 3.6% gain, followed by Tech Mahindra (3%), Infosys (2.5%), TCS (2.3%).
AI Fears Ease:
Anthropic unveiled partnerships with IT firms for AI plugin integration, shifting narrative from pure disruption to collaboration opportunities. Global tech rally supported sentiment.
Recouping Losses: After Rs 1.1 lakh crore wipeout in February, sector stabilises. Analysts note negative selling cycle may be over. Short covering also contributed to bounce.
Valuation Concerns Persist:
Despite rebound, brokerages remain selective. JM Financial prefers Infosys among large caps, Mphasis in mid-tier. Valuations still elevated, growth visibility key concern.
AI Transition Pain: Sector undergoing "painful" transformation but will emerge stronger. FII buying in IT, strong US tech cues could extend gains if recovery sustains momentum.