According to Dipan Mehta, Director, Elixir Equities, growth in organised retail is expected to moderate, with revenue expansion driven by store additions but earnings pace slowing from earlier levels. Investors may consider holding existing positions while being selective on fresh exposure. Travel-linked segments such as airlines and hotels could offer recovery potential over time. Defence stocks remain supported by policy but may see returns tied to earnings rather than re-rating, with timing of entry remaining important.
