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There are very few companies which are outperforming analysts' expectations, says Hazari. FMCG space has been a disappointment, he adds.

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"FMCG cos look very pricy at this point of time and given the volume and bottom line growth slowdown, we would advise investors to reduce e...

"The sector is one of the defensive sectors. But the intuitive expectations on the valuations could be a bit on the higher side."

Mehraboon Irani, Nirmal Bang Securities, shares his views on the current outlook of the FMCG sector.

"FMCG has always been an alternative in defensive oriented markets. People are looking at ways to conserve their capital this time."

MAT hike will be particularly more negative for sectors like IT and may be infrastructure which will come under the purview by and large.