Asian Paints shares decline 3% after Q1 results. Should you buy, sell or hold?

Asian Paints shares fell 3% despite better-than-expected Q1 FY27 earnings and multiple target price hikes by brokerages. Nomura retained its Buy rating with a Street-high target of Rs 3,750, citing strong demand and easing competitive pressures. Goldman Sachs maintained Sell, while Motilal Oswal stayed Neutral, highlighting margin resilience despite inflationary pressures and stiff competition.