Indian IT stocks climbed despite a sharp sell-off in Asian chipmakers, as investors positioned for Q1 earnings. Indian IT stocks have had a rough ride in recent months because investors worry that AI could hurt billing growth, reduce manpower-linked revenue and force companies to pass productivity benefits to clients. With the sector having lost over Rs 17 lakh crore in market value, upcoming earnings and management commentary could determine whether the recovery has legs.

India's top IT firms like TCS and Infosys face a crucial earnings season after a massive Rs 17 lakh crore market value erosion. Analysts anticipate muted results and weak future…

TCS, Infosys, HCLTech and Wipro are expected to report subdued Q1 earnings as AI pricing pressure, weak demand and global uncertainty weigh on growth.