Vishal Gutka is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in consumer sector research. Currently serving as Vice President of Consumer Sector Research at HDFC Securities, Vishal previously held leadership positions at Phillip Capital India Pvt. Ltd., where responsibilities included VP of Research for Consumer and Retail and AVP for Consumer Discretionary and Media. Prior experience includes roles as an Analyst at BNP Paribas, focusing on consumer, mid-cap, media, and telecom sectors, as well as Equity Analyst for Consumer Staples and Discretionary at India Infoline Ltd. Vishal began their career as an Article Assistant at Mehtasinghvi and Associates. Educational qualifications include a CA degree from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and a CFA Level 1 certification from the CFA Institute.