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Investors face challenges with the buy-the-dip strategy as markets remain volatile. Asset allocation, focusing on safe equities, and patience are recommended strategies. Experts suggest combining equities with other assets and maintaining a long-term perspective to navigate the bear market effectively.

Axis Securities has issued an overweight call on State Bank of India, setting a target price of Rs 1025 with the current market price at Rs 721.75. SBI reported a consolidated total income of Rs 167853.57 crore for the quarter ended 31-12-2024 and a net profit of Rs 18853.16 crore.

Motilal Oswal Financial Services recommends buying UltraTech Cement with a target price of Rs 13,700, projecting a 32% CAGR in PAT from FY25-27. With anticipated growth driven by demand recovery, government spending, and real estate growth, the company is set to benefit. Current market price is Rs 10,366.8 with promoters holding a significant stake.

With multiple technical and sentiment indicators flashing oversold signals, institutional investors increasing their long positions, and key resistance levels in sight, the stage might be set for a strong recovery.

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Rajat Sharma, Founder & CEO of Sana Securities, favors investments in private banking and consumption sectors. He avoids auto, steel, and metal stocks due to debt issues and market slowdowns. Sharma sees potential in IT and oil marketing companies like BPCL and HPCL, while staying clear of PSUs and power generation stocks despite recent demand.

Sandeep Tandon advises investors to remain resilient during the current market correction, noting that after four years of extraordinary returns, the 15-20% dip feels harsher. He emphasizes that such pullbacks are natural and sees signs of the market bottoming out with opportunities for selective buying.

Axis Securities has given an overweight recommendation on ICICI Bank with a target price of Rs 1500, citing its robust business growth, strong asset quality metrics, and stable operational ratios. The bank reported significant increases in total income and net profit for the latest quarter. However, potential risks include a possible slowdown in credit growth.

Zydus Lifesciences share price: With this approval, Zydus has obtained 415 regulatory clearances and filed 483 Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) as of December 31, 2024, since FY 2003-04.