** Shares of chemicals and polymers maker SRF SRFL.NS rise 2.4% to 3,118 rupees
** Brokerage Antique initiates coverage of the stock with a 'buy' rating, TP of 3,540 rupees
** Expects a 15%/36% revenue/PAT CAGR over FY25-28 led by a strong growth in the specialty chemicals segment
** Says co is a leader in refrigerant gases and has carved a niche in high-margin fluoro-specialty chemicals, backed by strong R&D and manufacturing capabilities
** Adds, integrated fluorination and production strengths, along with robust governance and sustainability practices, position it well for long-term growth
** Avg rating of 24 analysts covering the stock is "buy"; median PT is 3,114 rupees - data compiled by LSEG
** SRFL up 40% YTD
(Reporting by Urvi Dugar)
((UrviManoj.Dugar@thomsonreuters.com))