Derivatives and Quantitative Strategist

Gaudenz Schneider

Equity Bottom-Up

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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.</li>
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 Highlights: In India, currently three pair trade opportunities persist across two sectors.</li>
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Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.</li>
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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.

 Highlights: In India, currently three pair trade opportunities persist across two sectors.

Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.


India: Relative Value Opportunities and Pair Trades (29 Sep 2026)

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), HDFC Securities

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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<ul><li>Following the strong price surge and record sales of FY24/25, the Indian real estate market is entering a phase of mature, steady growth in FY26</li><li>The momentum has broadened, with Tier-2/3 cities fueling mid-premium housing demand and core metros leading the luxury segment</li><li>Driven by urbanization, rising incomes, and the prevalence of nuclear families, demand is stabilizing</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Following the strong price surge and record sales of FY24/25, the Indian real estate market is entering a phase of mature, steady growth in FY26The momentum has broadened, with Tier-2/3 cities fueling mid-premium housing demand and core metros leading the luxury segmentDriven by urbanization, rising incomes, and the prevalence of nuclear families, demand is stabilizingContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Real Estate (Q2FY26 Results Preview): Sustenance to drive presales momentum

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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.</li>
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Highlights: Currently eight pairtrade opportunities persist across three markets and five sectors.
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<li>
Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.</li>
</ul>



Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.

Highlights: Currently eight pairtrade opportunities persist across three markets and five sectors.


Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.


Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (28 Sep 2026)

<ul><li>DLF: DLF reported a strong quarter with pre-sales of INR 114.5bn (+78.8%/+462.7% YoY/QoQ), largely on the back of new launch in Gurgaon- Privana North</li><li>Collections remained subdued (due to delay in construction activities) to INR 27.9bn (-5.9%/-15.8% YoY/QoQ)</li><li>Moreover, DLF finally launched its Mumbai project where phase 1 is fully soldout (clocking presales of ~INR 23bn) and it eyes for phase 2 in FY27</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

DLF: DLF reported a strong quarter with pre-sales of INR 114.5bn (+78.8%/+462.7% YoY/QoQ), largely on the back of new launch in Gurgaon- Privana NorthCollections remained subdued (due to delay in construction activities) to INR 27.9bn (-5.9%/-15.8% YoY/QoQ)Moreover, DLF finally launched its Mumbai project where phase 1 is fully soldout (clocking presales of ~INR 23bn) and it eyes for phase 2 in FY27Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

HSIE Results Daily: DLF, Aurobindo Pharma, Eris Lifesciences

<ul><li>Demand backed sales momentum: The residential segment witnessed a strong rebound in Q1FY26, backed by robust sales and resilient demand across mid premium and luxury categories</li><li>Developers like Prestige Estates, DLF and Sobha delivered record-high quarterly presales, reinforced by new launches and sustained buyer sentiment</li><li>While FY25 faced moderation due to high base effect, delayed approvals, and EOI-to-sales conversion challenges, Q1FY26 signals a revival, marked by improved launches and price resilience</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Demand backed sales momentum: The residential segment witnessed a strong rebound in Q1FY26, backed by robust sales and resilient demand across mid premium and luxury categoriesDevelopers like Prestige Estates, DLF and Sobha delivered record-high quarterly presales, reinforced by new launches and sustained buyer sentimentWhile FY25 faced moderation due to high base effect, delayed approvals, and EOI-to-sales conversion challenges, Q1FY26 signals a revival, marked by improved launches and price resilienceContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Real Estate (Q1FY26 Results Preview): Presales Resilient on Robust Demand

India

DLF Limited is an Indian commercial real estate development company that develops residential, commercial, and retail properties, including luxury residential complexes, office spaces, and shopping malls. The company operates across various locations in India, with a significant presence in Gurugram, Delhi, Hyderabad, Noida, and Chennai. DLF Limited was founded by Chaudhary Raghvendra Singh in 1946 and is headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, India.

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India: Relative Value Opportunities and Pair Trades (29 Sep 2026)

Discover three pair trade opportunities across two sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

Real Estate (Q2FY26 Results Preview): Sustenance to drive presales momentum

Following the strong price surge and record sales of FY24/25, the Indian real estate market is entering a phase of mature, steady growth in FY26

HDFC Securities

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (28 Sep 2026)

Discover eight pair trade opportunities across three markets and five sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

HSIE Results Daily: DLF, Aurobindo Pharma, Eris Lifesciences

DLF: DLF reported a strong quarter with pre-sales of INR 114.5bn (+78.8%/+462.7% YoY/QoQ), largely on the back of new launch in Gurgaon- Privana North

HDFC Securities

Real Estate (Q1FY26 Results Preview): Presales Resilient on Robust Demand

The residential segment witnessed a strong rebound in Q1FY26, backed by robust sales and resilient demand across mid premium and luxury categories

HDFC Securities

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India: Relative Value Opportunities and Pair Trades (29 Sep 2026)

​Discover three pair trade opportunities across two sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

Real Estate (Q2FY26 Results Preview): Sustenance to drive presales momentum

Following the strong price surge and record sales of FY24/25, the Indian real estate market is entering a phase of mature, steady growth in FY26

HDFC Securities

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (28 Sep 2026)

​Discover eight pair trade opportunities across three markets and five sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

HSIE Results Daily: DLF, Aurobindo Pharma, Eris Lifesciences

DLF: DLF reported a strong quarter with pre-sales of INR 114.5bn (+78.8%/+462.7% YoY/QoQ), largely on the back of new launch in Gurgaon- Privana North

HDFC Securities

Real Estate (Q1FY26 Results Preview): Presales Resilient on Robust Demand

The residential segment witnessed a strong rebound in Q1FY26, backed by robust sales and resilient demand across mid premium and luxury categories

HDFC Securities

Discover three pair trade opportunities across two sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Discover eight pair trade opportunities across three markets and five sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.