HDFC Securities cuts exposure to auto stocks, adds financials and chemicals

Varun Lohchab, Head – Institutional Research at HDFC Securities, said the brokerage is turning more constructive on markets as risk-reward improves across sectors after sustained FII selling. He remains positive on financials and select chemical stocks like SRF, Neogen Chemicals and Aether Industries, while turning cautious on automobiles due to margin pressure from rising metal costs.