Is an Earnings-driven Recovery on the Horizon for Indian Markets as Samvat 2082 Approaches?

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Key Takeaways
- Anticipated earnings-led recovery in Indian markets as Samvat 2082 begins.
- India's GDP projected to grow by 6.8% in FY26.
- Structural reforms and policy measures are supporting economic growth.
- Nifty 50 companies' earnings expected to rise by 8% in FY26.
- Market resilience amidst global economic challenges.
New Delhi, Oct 20 (NationPress) The groundwork has been laid for a recovery driven by earnings in India's stock markets, as market analysts indicated on Monday, with the commencement of Samvat 2082 on October 21.
Amisha Vora, the Chairperson and Managing Director of PL Capital, remarked that the upcoming year presents investors with a chance to engage in India's next phase of compounding, which will be fueled by a resurgence in corporate earnings alongside a widespread economic uplift.
“As we welcome Samvat 2082, there's a noticeable return of optimism in Indian markets. The previous year challenged investor resilience, as India fell behind its global counterparts despite strong domestic fundamentals,” Vora explained.
The initiation of Samvat 2082 will be celebrated on October 21 with a symbolic Muhurat session, marking the start of the Vikram Samvat year in the Hindu calendar.
Vora pointed out that various factors contributing to growth, such as structural reforms, the rollout of GST 2.0, tax relief, and a conducive policy environment are easing liquidity conditions.
India's GDP is projected to grow by nearly 6.8 percent in FY26—one of the fastest growth rates globally—highlighting the nation’s robust growth story, Vora added.
Valuations appear reasonable, earnings downgrades have largely reached their nadir, and domestic investments continue to showcase impressive strength, even while foreign investors remain hesitant, she noted.
This sets the stage for Indian equities to excel in the new Samvat year, Vora anticipated.
Analysts predict that average earnings from Nifty 50 firms are set to rise by 8 percent in FY26 and 16 percent in FY27, driven by supportive policies, macroeconomic stability, and a mature domestic investor base.
Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd (MOFSL) expressed optimism regarding BFSI, capital markets, consumption, manufacturing, and digital sectors.
Although global challenges like trade tensions and slowing economic growth remain, analysts have noted that India stands out as a macro-stable, liquidity-rich, and policy-backed economy.