ICICI Securities Releases New Stock Recommendations for May 14, 2025
ICICI Securities, one of India’s top broking houses, has published its new set of equity recommendations, making Buy, Hold, and Sell suggestions on major stocks from various sectors. These recommendations are part of the company’s continuous stock market research to help investors navigate prevailing market conditions.
With a sharp emphasis on companies with sound growth fundamentals, this list offers strategic recommendations for short-term traders and long-term investors. The first pick in this category is Gravita India, with stunning 41.11% potential gain, followed by JSW Infrastructure, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Adani Power.
ICICI Securities Top Buy Picks
Gravita India Ltd – Strong Upside Potential
- Current Price: ₹1,892.20
- Target Price: ₹2,670.00
- Potential Gain: 41.11%
- Recommendation: Buy
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Gravita India, which is a leading company in lead recycling and metal industry, has been given a strong Buy by ICICI Securities. Its finances and growth abroad have led it to be the brokerage’s first choice this quarter. The target price indicates that there is good upside potential and hence is a good bet for investors.
JSW Infrastructure – Strong Infra Growth
- Current Price: ₹294.55
- Target Price: ₹345.00
- Potential Gain: 17.13%
- Recommendation: Buy
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JSW Infrastructure will gain from India’s infrastructure development. The firm has consistently demonstrated improvement in revenue and capacity growth. ICICI Securities regards JSW as an infrastructure sector long-term compounder.
Mahindra & Mahindra – Auto Sector Momentum
- Current Price: ₹3,051.25
- Target Price: ₹3,500.00
- Potential Gain: 14.71%
- Recommendation: Buy
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M&M’s robust product pipeline in the SUV and electric vehicle (EV) space has continued to keep the stock in focus. ICICI Securities is highlighting its growing margins and consistent volume growth as the major triggers behind this recommendation.
Adani Power – Defensive but Profitable
- Current Price: ₹544.95
- Target Price: ₹610.00
- Potential Gain: 11.94%
- Recommendation: Buy
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Despite regulatory woes, Adani Power remains a good play in India’s power space. The brokerage expects the firm’s strategic forays and improving balance sheet to impress.
Hold Ratings: Mixed Outlook by ICICI
Varun Beverages – Stable but Limited Upside
- Current Price: ₹511.00
- Target Price: ₹500.00
- Potential Return: -2.15%
- Recommendation: Hold
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Although it has seen good demand in the peak season, Varun Beverages has been rated Hold because of valuation concerns. The brokerage feels there is minimal upside at current levels.
Coforge Limited – Short-Term Pressure
- Current Price: ₹8,053.95
- Target Price: ₹7,570.00
- Potential Return: -6.01%
- Recommendation: Hold
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IT services firm Coforge is witnessing weakening deal momentum, which has led ICICI Securities to be cautious in its outlook. The company is advising holding and observing Q1 FY26 performance closely.
Sell Recommendation: Railtel Faces Weakness
Railtel Corporation of India – Downtrend Ahead
- Current Price: ₹317.95
- Target Price: ₹270.00
- Potential Decline: -15.08%
- Recommendation: Sell
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ICICI Securities advises selling Railtel due to poor earnings visibility, competitive pressure, and muted growth outlook. Investors are urged to reduce exposure or exit the stock.
Key Themes in ICICI’s Recommendations
Emphasis on Value and Growth – Stocks such as Gravita and M&M exhibit good fundamentals that support sectoral growth.
Sectoral Balance – The report covers infrastructure, energy, auto, IT, and FMCG, and offers diversified choice.
Risk Management – Hold and Sell ratings reflect conservatism in stocks with valuation risk or skepticism about operations.
What To Do?
Investors must place themselves in agreement with ICICI Securities’ view only after considering personal risk tolerance and portfolio approach. While Buy-rated stocks are good for upside, Hold and Sell recommendations are important warning signals during turbulent times.
Professional counsel, industry-specific news, and general market attitude must be considered in any investment choice.
How Frequently Does ICICI Give Recommendations?
ICICI Securities updates stock ratings frequently on the basis of earnings releases, quarterly releases, and industry outlook. It is closely followed by individual and institutional investors in India and overseas.
For viewing the complete list of reports and recommendation history, visit StockTradeUpdates Recommendations.
Conclusion
May 14, 2025, recommendations from ICICI Securities today are a balance blend of growth-oriented Buy recommendations and safe bet Hold/Sell recommendations to encapsulate the delicacy with which the brokerage firm perceives market conditions today.
As JSW Infrastructure, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Gravita India receive strong Buy ratings, value and momentum operators have buy ideas to implement. On the other hand, the Sell recommendation on Railtel Corporation and Hold suggestions on Varun Beverages and Coforge are like Buy ratings warning caution in particular sectors.
As usual, investors need to apply these suggestions as part of a full strategy—taking into account personal financial objectives, market risks, and macroeconomic factors before making an investment.
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