Paytm shares hit a 7-month high on hopes of Q1 profit; investors eye loan growth, licenses, and EBITDA outlook updates.

• Analysts expect marginal profit after four loss-making quarters; Motilal sees higher loan disbursals and GMV.
• JM Financial notes rising merchant base via new additions and reactivations; key for future growth.
• Stock up 3%, now YTD positive; median price target set at ₹1,000, with most analysts rating it “buy”.