For those closely monitoring the stock market, exciting news is on the horizon. Nomura, a prominent brokerage firm, has identified Federal Bank as an undervalued franchise with the potential to witness a remarkable 25% increase in its stock value over the next year. As the bank gears up for a leadership transition and amidst optimistic market conditions, investors are eyeing Federal Bank for potential growth.
Nomura’s Report Highlights:
- Stock Price Target: Nomura sets a 12-month stock price target of ₹190, signifying a potential 25% increase from the current market price.
- Recent Stock Performance: Federal Bank’s shares closed at ₹154.10, marking a 3.60% increase. The shares have already risen by 11% in 2023.
Nomura’s Expectations for Federal Bank: Navigating Growth and Transition
- Operating Profit Growth: Nomura predicts a robust 22% increase in the bank’s pre-provisioning operating profit during the fiscal years 2024-2026.
- Leadership Transition Ahead: CEO Shyam Srinivasan’s impending retirement in September 2024 is identified as a key development. Nomura expresses confidence in the bank’s second-tier management’s preparedness for this transition.
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Nomura’s Valuation of Federal Bank: Insights and Future Prospects
- Price-to-Book-Value: Federal Bank is evaluated at 1.2 times its December-2025 price-to-book-value, with subsidiaries contributing ₹8 per share.
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Srinivasan’s Optimistic Outlook:
During the India Business Leader Awards (IBLA), Srinivasan expressed optimism, foreseeing significant bullish trends in the next four to six months, particularly in the calendar year 2024. Amidst slow global economic growth, India emerges as a beacon of promise.
What’s Next? Anticipating a Bullish 2024 for Federal Bank
As we approach 2024, all signs indicate an uptick in the market, with Federal Bank potentially leading the charge. Investors are advised to stay vigilant and capitalize on these developments for a promising start to the next fiscal year.
