Key PointsExperts deem the FY27 direct tax target of Rs 26.97 lakh crore achievable, provided collections pick up in the second half.Net direct tax collection reached Rs 14.42 lakh crore by November 10, achieving 53% of the target with 11.76% year-on-year growth.Corporate tax collections show strong 18% growth, while non-corporate tax growth remains muted at 5.3%.Securities Transaction Tax (STT) surged by 52% due to increased rates and capital market activity.