Stocks to Buy: Brokerages' picks 2 mid cap, 2 large cap, 2 small cap stocks with up to 47% return potential
Motilal Oswal and Antique Stock Broking have recommended 6 top stocks to buy now, including 2 mid caps, 2 large caps, and 2 small caps, with a realty stock offering 47% upside.
Brokerages Motilal Oswal and Antique Stock Broking have released their latest stock recommendations, featuring 6 strong picks across market segments — 2 large caps, 2 mid caps, and 2 small caps. Among them is a realty stock backed by Antique, expected to rally up to 47% from current levels. Motilal Oswal’s picks also include top names in banking, auto, and manufacturing. With solid fundamentals, strong earnings outlooks, and favourable valuations, these stocks are positioned for long-term wealth creation in 2025.
Sobha Limited
Sobha Limited has staged a remarkable 45% rebound from its April 2025 low of Rs 1075 and is currently trading around Rs 1556. Analysts project a further upside of 45–50%, with Antique Stock Broking raising the stock's target price to Rs 2290 — nearly 47% higher from current levels
Fundamentals fuel Sobha's rally
Sobha has delivered over 500 projects, covering 143 million sq ft across 27 cities. Its balance sheet remains robust with a low debt/equity ratio of 0.14x and net debt turning negative. The company is poised for strong pre-sales in FY26, with a target of Rs 85–100 billion.
Bullish Projections: Project Pipeline and Expansion
The management aims to launch 18 projects in 9 cities over the next 6–8 quarters, totalling 18.56 million sq ft. Notable launches are planned in Greater Noida, Gurugram, Chennai, Pune, and MMR through FY26.
Sobha’s ownership and market confidence
Promoters hold a 52.88% stake, while FIIs and DIIs hold 8.14% and 25.04% respectively. The company’s AA- credit rating signals low credit risk. Its July 2024 all-time high was Rs 2146, and the stock has already shown a 45% rally from recent lows.
Time Technoplast: Potential Upside of 35%
Currently trading around Rs 440, this stock has a target of Rs 578. With strong recent momentum (20% return in the last month), it remains one of Motilal Oswal’s top picks.
Niva Bupa: Recovery in Progress
After a 10% dip in the past month, Niva Bupa is showing signs of stabilisation. The current trading price of Rs 81 offers a potential upside of 25% with a target set at Rs 100.
Nuvama Wealth: Gaining Traction
Trading around Rs 7000, Nuvama Wealth is targeting Rs 8600, implying a 24% upside. The stock has already bounced back from its 52-week low of Rs 4567.
ICICI Bank: Strong and Steady Performer
With a target of Rs 1650, ICICI Bank offers a 17% potential upside from its current level of Rs 1425. Despite short-term fluctuations, it has delivered an 11% YTD return.
Mahindra & Mahindra
M&M is eyeing Rs 3482 as its next target, offering a 13% upside from Rs 3175. The stock has risen about 4% in the past month and continues to enjoy bullish sentiment.