Time to increase the risk quotient? Maybe, but selectively: 5 large-caps from different sectors with upsid

With Israel refusing to play ball and Iran maintaining its vice-like hold on the Strait of Hormuz, the ceasefire declared by US President Trump just a day ago already looks fragile. Little wonder, then, the market is not seeing any of the euphoria of Wednesday and is now under pressure once again. Of course, Thursday’s downmove could well be due to profit-booking after the big gains notched up yesterday. Either way, it is a time to be cautious and selective.