Aparna Karnik, Fund Manager at DSP Mutual Fund, says multi-asset funds focus on balance, not chasing short-term gains in gold or equities. Disciplined diversification, calibrated equity exposure, systematic rebalancing, and selective allocations to REITs, InvITs, and commodities aim to deliver smoother, risk-adjusted returns across market cycles.Read More

Markets ended higher despite volatility, with Nifty consolidating in a narrow range. FII positioning shows gradual short covering but remains cautious. IT stocks stay under pressure, while banking and PSU sectors show strength. Analysts expect sideways movement with stock-specific action and highlight key technical levels for the coming week.Read More

Rising tensions between the United States and Iran risk disrupting crude flows through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, potentially spiking global benchmarks and raising India’s fuel and inflation pressures. Even limited disruption could widen volatility as import-dependent economies brace for higher energy costs.Read More

The Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s tariffs, but he plans to re-impose them using other powers. This could impact sectors reliant on foreign revenue and potentially cost the government billions in refunds. While markets saw a muted rally, concerns linger about government finances and future tariff revenue, with Treasury Secretary Bessent predicting minimal change.Read More

Indian markets saw a positive close on Friday. Major Wall Street companies like Alphabet and Amazon surged after the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump’s global tariffs. Investors welcomed the removal of uncertainty. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all ended higher. This development provided a boost to the stock market.Read More

Despite a marginal gain in the Sensex over five sessions ending February 20, weakness persisted in the broader market. As many as 63 BSE Smallcap stocks declined throughout the period, with 12 registering losses exceeding 15%, highlighting sustained pressure and selective selloff in the small-cap segment despite benchmark resilience.Read More

The U.S. dollar’s recent weakness may be reversing as economic resilience, easing policy concerns and geopolitical factors support a rebound. With global and domestic pressures building, the Indian rupee could face depreciation. The Dollar Index is seen moving towards 100 to 102, reflecting improving fundamentals and shifting market expectations.Read More

India’s steel sector shines globally with robust domestic demand and expanding capacity. It is the world’s fastest-growing steel market. Projections show significant volume growth through FY28. Infrastructure, real estate, and energy transition fuel this expansion. Domestic producers benefit from protectionist measures and improving pricing. JSW Steel and Tata Steel are poised for growth.Read More

CleanMax raised Rs 921 crore from anchor investors ahead of its Rs 3,100 crore IPO, drawing strong participation from global names like Temasek Holdings and domestic institutions. The robust anchor response underscores rising investor interest in commercial and industrial clean-energy platforms.Read More

In a bold pivot towards the future, major tech giants are pulling back on stock buybacks to invest heavily in artificial intelligence. Their focus on developing advanced AI capabilities, rather than returning cash to shareholders, indicates a strategic shift that could reshape the industry landscape.Read More