BSE500 earnings downgraded by 3%; H2FY25 asking rate high: Nuvama

India's corporate earnings for Q2FY25 showed an 8% YoY PAT growth for the BSE500, excluding oil marketing companies. However, weak demand and fading margin tailwinds have led to a 3% cut in FY25 EPS estimates. Cement, metals, and energy sectors faced challenges. The outlook for H2FY25 hinges on government spending and rural demand recovery.