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The Union Budget 2025, announced on February 1, 2025, has received mixed reactions from market analysts, especially the Nifty 50 index. This comprehensive analysis looks at the sectors and companies that have gained and lost post-Budget, and offers insights into the future growth of the vaccine and storage sector.

Post-Financial Market Outlook

After four consecutive days of gains following the economic announcement, Indian stock markets saw a slight decline. The Nifty 50 index closed down 0.56 percent at 23,372.35 points, while the BSE Sensex closed down 0.56 percent at 77,069.85 points. Despite the overall decline, consumer goods, especially fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and automotive components, rose by 3.1 percent and 2.1 percent, respectively. These increases are due to India reducing personal income to support economic growth.

Winners: Businesses and companies benefiting from the fund

1. Automotive equipment and industry

The budget focused on increasing consumption through reduction of personal income tax, which had a positive impact on FMCG and automotive sectors. As consumer disposable income increases, demand from companies in these sectors is also expected to increase.

2. Insurance

The government’s decision to increase the foreign direct investment (FDI) limit in the insurance sector to 100 percent has seen a surge in stock prices of insurance companies. The move is expected to attract significant foreign investment and stimulate growth and competitiveness in the economy.

3. Infrastructure and manufacturing

The massive capital expenditure budget of Rs 11.11 trillion or 3.4% of GDP reflects a strong commitment to infrastructure development. The manufacturing sector, especially micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), will benefit from the new credit framework. Major measures include urban connectivity programs and support for national development.

4. Renewable energy

Major allocations for renewable energy projects such as the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Mission and the National Green Hydrogen Mission have led to significant growth for companies in the solar, wind and green hydrogen sectors. These initiatives are in line with the global drive towards sustainable energy solutions.

Losers: Businesses and companies face post-budget challenges

1. money

Despite some positive measures, the banking sector still faces challenges such as slow deposit growth and rising unsecured lending. The expected credit loss (ECL) guidance coming into effect on April 1, 2025 adds to the complexity.

2. Auto companies with weak profitability

While the auto industry has generally benefited from capital expenditures, companies such as Tata Motors suffered as quarterly profits declined due to weak vehicle sales. Tata Motors shares fell nearly 6 percent after the earnings report. 3. Companies with disappointing reports

Stocks of many companies have fallen after disappointing earnings reports. For example, IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank both saw declines after launching financial services. Similarly, JSW Steel and Godrej Consumer suffered losses due to falling prices and low demand.

Analyst Views

Gaurav Dua, Vice President, Mirae Asset Sharekhan, noted that the focus of funds on supporting consumption and capital expenditure has met the expectations of the economy. He added that the decline in personal income would provide a positive outlook for the consumer economy.

StoxBox Research Head Manish Chowdhury said that railway stocks have a good risk-reward ratio in the short to medium term, given the increase in railway capex required in the budget. He identified companies like Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL) and Railtel of India as potential beneficiaries.

Conclusions :

The Union Budget 2025 outlines measures that will have a different impact on various sectors. While growth is expected in the food, insurance, infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, some banks and financial institutions that are not profitable will still face problems. Investors are advised to take these changes into consideration and market fluctuations when making investment decisions.