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Top Stock Picks: Federal Bank, Persistent, Bharti Hexacom, FSL Recommended for Short-Term Gains

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Leading domestic brokerage firms SMC Global Securities and Canara Bank Securities have identified Federal Bank, Persistent Systems, Bharti Hexacom, and Firstsource Solutions as top stock picks for short-term gains. Their analysis cites strong technical parameters and potential for upward movement.

In the dynamic Indian equity markets, select domestic brokerage firms are pointing towards specific stocks with promising short-term growth potential. SMC Global Securities and Canara Bank Securities have issued 'Buy' recommendations for Federal Bank, Persistent Systems Ltd, Bharti Hexacom, and Firstsource Solutions Ltd (FSL), based on robust technical indicators.

Key Recommendations and Technical Analysis

Firstsource Solutions (FSL)

SMC Global Securities recommends a conditional buy for Firstsource Solutions above Rs 300. The stock is currently exhibiting a bullish reversal structure, with a potential cup-and-handle formation on its daily chart. Having recovered from the Rs 250–260 range and consolidating near Rs 280–295, FSL shows improving buying interest. Both the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) suggest strengthening momentum. The brokerage sets a target price range of Rs 335-340, with a stop loss at Rs 275.

Federal Bank

Canara Bank Securities has given a 'Buy' call for Federal Bank, citing a breakout from a downward-sloping channel and a successful retest of breakout levels, signaling positive momentum. The stock's price has moved above all major moving averages, indicating an improving momentum and strengthening trend structure. The RSI is around 60, reflecting a strong upward trend, supported by volume expansion during the breakout. Canara Bank Securities suggests buying at the current market price, targeting Rs 361-370, with a stop loss at Rs 326.

Bharti Hexacom

Bharti Hexacom is another stock favored by SMC Global Securities, with a conditional 'Buy' recommendation above Rs 1,660. The company has staged a strong recovery from the Rs 1,350–1,400 zone and is now consolidating around Rs 1,600–1,640, reflecting increasing buyer interest. Positive momentum is evident in the RSI and MACD indicators. A sustained breakout above Rs 1,660 could propel the stock towards new swing highs. The target price is set between Rs 1820-1830, with a stop loss at Rs 1,550.

Persistent Systems

Canara Bank Securities recommends buying Persistent Systems at the current market price. The stock has broken above a downward-sloping trendline near Rs 5,533, indicating a potential trend reversal. It subsequently retested the breakout zone around Rs 5,502, suggesting that previous resistance is now acting as support. The RSI at 56 points to improving bullish momentum with room for further upside. The brokerage has set a short-term target of Rs 6,179, with a stop loss at Rs 5,461.

Disclaimer: Investment in securities markets is subject to market risks. Readers are advised to consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice.

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