* Allied Blenders and Distillers ALLE.NS rises 1% to 620.85 rupees
** Brokerage JM Financial initiates coverage on Indian spirits maker with "buy" rating and PT of 738 rupees
** Stock on avg rated "buy" with median PT of 738 rupees - data compiled by LSEG
** Brokerage points out that co is third-largest Indian-made foreign liquor brand with "leadership position" in mass premium segment; to improve premium presence
** Brokerage expects earnings trajectory to improve going ahead after portfolio and cost tweaking, sees sales CAGR of 12% through FY28
** Stock up 44.5% YTD up to last close
(Reporting by Abhirami G in Bengaluru)
((abhirami.g@thomsonreuters.com))