** Citi upgrades KFin Technologies KFIN.NS two notches to "buy" from "sell"; hikes price target to 1,215 rupees from 1,100 rupees
** Cites strong mutual fund inflows and improving sentiment in primary markets as key drivers
** Shares rise 4.2% to 1,117.7 rupees
** Brokerage says the fintech firm, which provides services to capital markets, stands to gain from expanding its overseas business and new client additions
** Raises earnings estimates by 4–7% over the medium term to reflect higher mutual fund assets under management
** Adds, KFIN faces less business disruption risk than its peers because of lower client concentration in mutual funds
** Average rating of 16 analysts covering the stock is "buy"; median PT is 1,275 rupees - data compiled by LSEG
** KFIN shares are down 30.2% so far in 2025, exchange data shows
(Reporting by Bharath Rajeswaran in Bengaluru)
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