Best India Stocks To Hold In 2012

US debt crisis, European PIGS and inflation in emerging economies are creating fears among investors about Bear Market. Business & Economy and India Today published coverstories on slowdown in Indian economy. Some analysts are treating US Q2 GDP numbers as warning signals for upcoming recession. High inflation-interest rates, crisis in Government, rising costs and economic slowdown forced analysts to reduce earnings estimates of Indian companies. Bear market safe heaven- gold – already crossed 23,500 levels. Gold gave good returns to investors in 2012 Bear market also. It may give good returns in 2012 Bear market (if occurs) also.

During 2012 crisis, India reported 6.8% GDP growth. Now, analysts are expecting 7-7.5% GDP growth rate in 2012-13. But, RBI and Government are still talking about 8% GDP growth. 1 year back, Stock Market analysts talked about 18-20% earnings growth for 2012-13. Now, they are talking about 10-15% earnings growth.

We don’t know whether Bear Market occurs or not but global and domestic economies are facing problems due to dififerent reasons. It may be right time to know about best performing Indian stocks in 2012 bear market. They may not perform well once again but there may be some stocks which perform well in bear markets due to their business models, support from Mutual funds and their conservative nature.

Best India Stocks To Hold In 2012:Infosys Technologies Limited (INFY)

 Infosys Ltd. provides information technology (IT) and consulting services worldwide. It offers IT services, such as application, architecture, independent validation and testing, information management, infrastructure, packaged application, SOA, systems integration, and knowledge services; product engineering services, manufacturing process and plant solutions, and product lifecycle management services; and consulting services in the areas of information and technology strategies, product innovation, next generation commerce, process excellence, and learning and complex change. The company also provides business process outsourcing solutions in the areas of business platforms, customer service outsourcing, finance and accounting, human resources outsourcing, legal services, sales and fulfillment, and sourcing and procurement outsourcing. In addition, it offers collaborative analytics solutions; digital consumer platform; Finacle universal banking solution; iProwe, a Web accessibility assessment product; mConnect, a real-time enterprise middleware; and research and analytical support services. Further, the company offers unified communications and collaboration solution that streamlines business processes between employees, customers, and suppliers; iTransform that helps healthcare organizations accelerate transition to new platforms; and supply chain visibility and collaboration product suite. It serves aerospace and defense, airlines, automotive, banking, capital markets, communication services, consumer packaged goods, manufacturing, education, energy, healthcare, high technology, hospitality and leisure, insurance, life sciences, logistics and distribution, publishing, resources, utilities, and retail industries. Infosys Ltd. has a strategic partnership with Alstom SA. The company was formerly known as Infosys Technologies Limited and changed its name to Infosys Ltd. on June 16, 2011. Infosys Ltd. was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Bengaluru, India.

Advisors' Opinion:

By Admin At 2011-10-21

Infosys Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: INFY) started in 1981 by seven individuals with a paltry investment of USD 250 are today a global leader of IT and consulting with revenues of over US$ 4.8 billion (Financial year end 2010). Infosys has an enviable international presence with over 50 offices and development centers in India, China, Australia, the Czech Republic, Poland, the UK, Canada and Japan.

Infosys and its subsidiaries have 113,796 employees as on March 31, 2010. Infosys takes pride in building strategic long-term client relationships. Over 97% of our revenues come from existing customers. Forbes magazine has named Infosys in its list of Global High Performers. For investors wanting their money to grow without compromising on safety factors, Infosys is the company to park their funds.

Best India Stocks To Hold In 2012:Western Asset Intermediate Muni Fund Inc (SBI)

 Western Asset Intermediate Muni Fund Inc. is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC. The fund is co-managed by Western Asset Management Company. It invests in the fixed income markets of the United States. The fund invests in securities that provide income exempt from federal income tax. It invests primarily in investment grade municipal securities. The fund employs intensive proprietary research to create its portfolio. It benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the Barclays Capital 1-15 Year Municipal Bond Index. The fund was formerly known as Intermediate Muni Fund Inc. Western Asset Intermediate Muni Fund Inc. was formed on December 19, 1991 and is domiciled in the United States.

Advisors' Opinion:

• By Kennedy At 2011-10-21

  Measured by any yardstick - be it revenues, profits, assets, market capitalization - SBI is the largest bank in India. With more than 16,000 branches, SBI also accounts for the largest bank branch network in entire India. The range of services offered by SBI include Mobile Banking, Internet Banking, Demat Services, ATM Services, Corporate Banking, Credit Cards, Merchant Banking, Agricultural Banking, Online Services and lot more.

  With an asset base of $260 billion and $195 billion in deposits,SBI has a market share of about 20% in deposits and advances among Indian commercial banks and SBI also accounts for almost one-fifth of the nation's loans. When millions of Indians have trusted SBI for all their financial dealings, will not the individual investor’s money be safe with them?

Best India Stocks To Hold In 2012:Rediff.com India Limited (REDF)

 Rediff.com India Limited provides online Internet based services in India and to the global Indian community. The company's Websites consist of channels relevant to Indian interests, such as cricket, astrology, matchmaker, and movies; content on various matters, which include news and finance; search facilities; and a range of community features consisting of e-mail, chat, messenger, photo/video sharing capabilities, e-commerce, blogs, broadband wireless content, and mobile value-added services to mobile phone subscribers in India, as well as online advertising and online shopping services. It also publishes two weekly newspapers, ?India Abroad? and ?India in New York? for the Indian-American community based in the United States and Canada. The company?s target client base for advertising and sponsorships include global companies doing business in India, domestic corporations, and small and medium enterprises. As of March 31, 2010, it had 89.5 million online registered users. The company was formerly known as Rediff Communication Private Limited and changed its name to Rediff.com India Limited in February 2000. Rediff.com India Limited was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Mumbai, India.

Best India Stocks To Hold In 2012: (BAJAJ-AUT.NS)

 Bajaj Auto Limited manufactures and sells scooters, motorcycles, and three wheeler vehicles and spare parts in India and internationally. It sells its two wheeler products under Avenger, Pulsar, Discover, Platina, and Ninja brands. The company also provides three wheeler commercial vehicles, such as goods and passenger carriers. It sells its products and services through a network of two-wheeler and three-wheeler dealers. The company was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Pune, India. Bajaj Auto Limited operates independently of Bajaj Holdings & Investment Limited as of May 28, 2008.

Advisors' Opinion:

• By Admin At 2011-10-21

  Unlike cars which are mostly bought through loans, three out of four two-wheelers are bought with own cash. Bajaj Auto would thus be able to bypass the interest rate impact as it seeks growth. After the exit of Honda from Hero Honda, the spotlight is on the second largest two-wheeler maker in the country. Investors who are bearish on Hero Honda could shift to Bajaj for the two-wheeler play. Under managing director Rajiv Bajaj, the company is focussing on a stronger product line and growth opportunity in emerging markets.

Best India Stocks To Hold In 2012: (COLPAL.NS)

 Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited engages in the manufacture and sale of oral care and personal care products in India and internationally. The company?s oral care products include toothpastes, toothbrushes, toothpowder, mouthwashes, and whitening products. Its personal care products consist of body wash, liquid hand wash, shave preps, skin care, and hair care products. The company also offers household care products, which include a dish washing paste. In addition, it provides pet nutrition products. Further, the company provides various dental care products for gingivitis treatment, sensitivity treatment, tooth whitening, fluoride therapy, mouth ulcer treatment, and specialty cleaning. Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited sells its products primarily under the Colgate, Palmolive, Mennen, Ajax, Axion, Softsoap, and Hill?s Pet Nutrition brand names. The company was founded in 1937 and is based in Mumbai, India. Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited is a subsidiary of Colgate-Palmolive Company, U.S.A.

Advisors' Opinion:

• By Paul At 2011-10-21

  The spread of organised retail is opening up under-explored markets to fast-moving consumer goods companies. With 3 million rural distribution outlets and a leadership position in oral care products, Colgate is at the right place at the right time.