India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic, Beat the Street

Sudarshan Bhandari

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

Beat the Street

Beat The Street was founded by Nimish Maheshwari and Sudarshan Bhandari, both of whom are Chartered Accountants by Profession, known for their expert analysis in the fields of Business, Sectoral analysis, and Corporate governance.

With a strong social media presence of 45,000+ Subscribers across various platforms, they are considered trusted voices in the industry. Their insights and analysis have been featured in some of India’s most prominent publications, including the Economic Times, Dalal Street Investment Journal, The Morning Context, and The Ken.

Their analysis on Bankrupt & Insolvent companies has been instrumental in saving investors from significant losses. They have a keen eye for identifying red flags and has identified exclusive redflags earlier in Vedanta, Nykaa, Dhani Services, Adani and many more.

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Equity Bottom-Up

Jio Financial Services / Equity Bottom-Up

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/jio-financial-services-limited" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:40042:1" rel="noopener">Jio Financial Services (JIOFIN IN)</a> has launched a robust digital ecosystem with its flagship JioFinance app, enhancing its tech-driven financial service offerings.</li>
<li>The digital-first strategy minimizes legacy constraints, enabling personalized financial solutions that significantly boost efficiency and competitive advantage.</li>
<li>This evolution redefines traditional banking, positioning JFSL as a versatile, technology-led powerhouse for sustainable growth in India's financial sector.</li>
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Jio Financial Services (JIOFIN IN) has launched a robust digital ecosystem with its flagship JioFinance app, enhancing its tech-driven financial service offerings.
The digital-first strategy minimizes legacy constraints, enabling personalized financial solutions that significantly boost efficiency and competitive advantage.
This evolution redefines traditional banking, positioning JFSL as a versatile, technology-led powerhouse for sustainable growth in India's financial sector.


The Beat Ideas: What Is Inside Jio Financial Services?

Asia Real Estate News Tracker, Asia Real Estate Tracker

Asia Real Estate Tracker

Asia Real Estate News Tracker

Tracking developments across Asia's regional real estate markets

<ul><li>Bain Capital acquires worker housing in Singapore for $555M from Blackstone, expanding their real estate portfolio in the region.</li><li>Standard Chartered Marketing Shanghai Office Blocks due to BlackRock default, highlighting the impact of financial decisions on commercial real estate.</li><li>PAG successfully raises $4B for APAC real estate fund, demonstrating investor confidence in the region's property market despite economic uncertainties.</li></ul>

Bain Capital acquires worker housing in Singapore for $555M from Blackstone, expanding their real estate portfolio in the region.Standard Chartered Marketing Shanghai Office Blocks due to BlackRock default, highlighting the impact of financial decisions on commercial real estate.PAG successfully raises $4B for APAC real estate fund, demonstrating investor confidence in the region's property market despite economic uncertainties.

Asia Real Estate Tracker (14-Feb-2025): Bain Capital buys worker housing from Blackstone for $555M.

<ul><li>LaSalle appoints Japan, Korea-based APAC Co-Heads as Tang heads to Rava, highlighting leadership changes within the company. </li><li>Dash Living's expansion in Japan to 19 locations through partnerships with BlackRock and Greystar reflects their growth strategy in the region. </li><li>Swire Properties expecting a $103M loss as Pacific Place rents drop 16% due to markdowns, showcasing the impact of market changes on the company.</li></ul>

LaSalle appoints Japan, Korea-based APAC Co-Heads as Tang heads to Rava, highlighting leadership changes within the company. Dash Living's expansion in Japan to 19 locations through partnerships with BlackRock and Greystar reflects their growth strategy in the region. Swire Properties expecting a $103M loss as Pacific Place rents drop 16% due to markdowns, showcasing the impact of market changes on the company.

Asia Real Estate Tracker (12-Feb-2025): LaSalle appoints APAC Co-Heads; Claire Tang moves to Rava.

Oil and Gas, Mint Finance

Suhas Reddy

Oil and Gas

Deep Fundamental Analysis

Mint Finance

Mint Finance's investment research blends deep fundamental analysis with technical & quant insights. Investment strategies straddle across multiple asset classes with risk management embedded into every trade to deliver an outsized reward-to-risk ratio.

Mint Finance's research is centered around three key themes. First, energy transition and climate change. Second, artificial intelligence. Third, shifting world order with its impact across politics and monetary economics.

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<li>Occidental’s Q4 revenue and EPS are expected to drop 2.6% and 9.5% YoY, with full-year 2024 declines of 3.8% and 10%, respectively.</li>
<li>Occidental's average realised worldwide oil price dropped by 7.4% QoQ and 11.6% YoY to USD 69.73/b. Conversely, its average realised global NGL price rose by 6.5% QoQ and 4.2% YoY.</li>
<li>The STRATOS plant, one of the largest DAC projects globally, will begin operations by mid-2025. It is expected to capture up to 500,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.</li>
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Occidental’s Q4 revenue and EPS are expected to drop 2.6% and 9.5% YoY, with full-year 2024 declines of 3.8% and 10%, respectively.
Occidental's average realised worldwide oil price dropped by 7.4% QoQ and 11.6% YoY to USD 69.73/b. Conversely, its average realised global NGL price rose by 6.5% QoQ and 4.2% YoY.
The STRATOS plant, one of the largest DAC projects globally, will begin operations by mid-2025. It is expected to capture up to 500,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.


[Earnings Preview] Lower Oil Prices to Pressure Occidental in Q4 While NGL Prices Offer Support

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<li>Chevron's Q4 revenue and EPS are expected to drop 1.2% YoY and 38.8%, respectively. Similarly, its 2024 annual revenue and EPS are anticipated to fall by 2.5% and 22.5%.</li>
<li>Chevron expects restructuring and other charges to impact its Q4 2024 earnings by USD 1.1 billion to USD 1.5 billion.</li>
<li>Chevron set its 2025 organic capex at USD 14.5–15.5 billion and affiliate capex at USD 1.7–2.0 billion, marking a USD 2 billion decline from the previous year.</li>
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Chevron's Q4 revenue and EPS are expected to drop 1.2% YoY and 38.8%, respectively. Similarly, its 2024 annual revenue and EPS are anticipated to fall by 2.5% and 22.5%.
Chevron expects restructuring and other charges to impact its Q4 2024 earnings by USD 1.1 billion to USD 1.5 billion.
Chevron set its 2025 organic capex at USD 14.5–15.5 billion and affiliate capex at USD 1.7–2.0 billion, marking a USD 2 billion decline from the previous year.


[Earnings Preview] Lower Oil Prices and Refining Margins to Weigh on Chevron’s Earnings

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BlackRock, Inc. provides investment management services. The Company offers investment, advisory, and risk management services. BlackRock serves individuals, families, educational, governments, insurance companies, and non profit organizations worldwide.

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Sudarshan Bhandari

Asia Real Estate Tracker (14-Feb-2025): Bain Capital buys worker housing from Blackstone for $555M.

Bain Capital acquires worker housing in Singapore, Standard Chartered faces marketing office blocks default, PAG raises $4B for APAC fund, and PGIM...

Asia Real Estate Tracker

Asia Real Estate Tracker (12-Feb-2025): LaSalle appoints APAC Co-Heads; Claire Tang moves to Rava.

LaSalle appoints new APAC Co-Heads, Dash Living expands in Japan, Swire Properties sees drop in Pacific Place rents, Winland Group sells HK hotel...

Asia Real Estate Tracker

[Earnings Preview] Lower Oil Prices to Pressure Occidental in Q4 While NGL Prices Offer Support

Occidental's Q4 revenue and EPS expected to decline due to weak oil prices. However, higher gas and NGL prices to cushion impact. STRATOS plant...

Mint Finance

[Earnings Preview] Lower Oil Prices and Refining Margins to Weigh on Chevron’s Earnings

Chevron's Q4 revenue and EPS are expected to drop by 1.2% YoY and 38.8%, respectively. Restructuring charges are expected to impact earnings....

Mint Finance

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The Beat Ideas: What Is Inside Jio Financial Services?

​Jio Financial Services launches JioFinance app, revolutionizing tech-driven financial services in India with personalized solutions and...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Asia Real Estate Tracker (14-Feb-2025): Bain Capital buys worker housing from Blackstone for $555M.

Bain Capital acquires worker housing in Singapore, Standard Chartered faces marketing office blocks default, PAG raises $4B for APAC fund, and PGIM...

Asia Real Estate Tracker

Asia Real Estate Tracker (12-Feb-2025): LaSalle appoints APAC Co-Heads; Claire Tang moves to Rava.

LaSalle appoints new APAC Co-Heads, Dash Living expands in Japan, Swire Properties sees drop in Pacific Place rents, Winland Group sells HK hotel...

Asia Real Estate Tracker

[Earnings Preview] Lower Oil Prices to Pressure Occidental in Q4 While NGL Prices Offer Support

​Occidental's Q4 revenue and EPS expected to decline due to weak oil prices. However, higher gas and NGL prices to cushion impact. STRATOS plant...

Mint Finance

[Earnings Preview] Lower Oil Prices and Refining Margins to Weigh on Chevron’s Earnings

​Chevron's Q4 revenue and EPS are expected to drop by 1.2% YoY and 38.8%, respectively. Restructuring charges are expected to impact earnings....

Mint Finance

Jio Financial Services launches JioFinance app, revolutionizing tech-driven financial services in India with personalized solutions and...

Occidental's Q4 revenue and EPS expected to decline due to weak oil prices. However, higher gas and NGL prices to cushion impact. STRATOS plant...

Chevron's Q4 revenue and EPS are expected to drop by 1.2% YoY and 38.8%, respectively. Restructuring charges are expected to impact earnings....