Analysts project strong upside potential for select BSE Mid-Cap stocks over the next 12 months, with expected returns ranging between 25% and 42%. Based on Trendlyne consensus data, Crompton Greaves, Clean Science, Kalyan Jewellers, and others stand out as top picks backed by robust fundamentals and favourable analyst ratings.

Titan Company is projected to post a 38% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY26 profit, supported by steady core business growth and a low base effect. While high gold prices and delayed festive demand may slow jewellery sales, brokerages remain optimistic about Titan’s long-term growth and margin stability.

PRISM, the parent company of Oyo, has extended the deadline for its bonus issue. This move allows equity shareholders more time to select their preferred bonus option. The bonus issuance offers preference shares convertible into equity. This initiative aims to reward long-term investors and align their interests with PRISM s growth and upcoming listing journey.

Vedanta s second-quarter results met street expectations on robust operational performance, with analysts viewing the miner as well-positioned to benefit from the commodity rebound while advancing its deleveraging strategy.

Bharti Airtel is poised for a strong Q2 FY26, with revenue projected to rise 21% year-on-year and net profit surging 64%. Growth is fueled by its India mobile business, Africa operations, and expanding home broadband and enterprise segments, driven by higher ARPU and data usage.

Nifty declined for the second straight session amid profit booking and weakness in banking heavyweights HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. Analysts expect short-term weakness with support at 25,525. Experts recommend Raghav Productivity Enhancers and Choice International for Monday, offering potential gains of up to 11%.

Smallcap stocks witnessed a mixed week, with several counters rallying sharply on sector rotation and retail participation. Lancer Container Lines led with a 55% gain, followed by Chennai Petroleum and Hatsun Agro. Momentum was seen across finance, infrastructure, and logistics sectors amid upbeat earnings and demand recovery hopes.

Natural gas prices have stayed volatile due to supply resilience, unpredictable demand, and geopolitical tensions. With a colder winter forecast under La Niña, heating demand in the U.S. and Europe is set to rise. Meanwhile, strong U.S. output and China’s shifting import trends may stabilise prices despite lingering market risks.

Indian stock markets paused after a four-week rally. Profit booking emerged at higher levels, causing a mild dip. Analysts anticipate consolidation before a potential move towards 26,000. Global and domestic factors influenced the market tone. Strong domestic investor inflows provided support. Sectoral rotation is expected in the coming sessions.

Warren Buffett s Berkshire Hathaway continues to signal market caution, selling more stocks than it bought for the 12th consecutive quarter, swelling its cash pile to a record $381.7 billion. Despite strong operating profits, the company s sustained defensive stance and lack of share buybacks suggest limited near-term upside, even as Warren Buffett prepares to step down as CEO.