** Newgen Software Technologies NEWG.NS rises 3% to 1,349
rupees; extends gain to fourth straight session
** Jefferies maintains "buy" and Street-high PT of 1,500
rupees, citing confidence in software firm's growth prospects
** Expects NEWG's earnings per share to grow 25% CAGR in
FY25-27
** Says co's recent RBI contract "may drive deals from other
Indian banks"
** Among four brokerages tracking stock, only Jefferies has
"buy" rating - LSEG
** Stock up ~38% YTD
(Reporting by Nandan Mandayam in Bengaluru)
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