Major stock markets in China, India, and Hong Kong are lagging in the global AI race, with top companies now holding a smaller market share. This contrasts with Taiwan and South Korea, where AI leaders have significantly boosted their benchmarks. While diversification can offer stability, the absence of dominant AI players in these Asian markets...Read More

Overseas investors significantly reduced their selling of Indian equities in June, with outflows nearing December 2025 lows. Easing crude oil prices and receding geopolitical tensions, particularly following an initial US-Iran agreement, improved market sentiment. While foreign portfolio investors have been net sellers year-to-date, domestic investors continue their strong buying streak, providing a crucial support to...Read More

Oil prices saw an uptick as renewed US-Iran tensions in the Middle East disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite reports of a potential de-escalation and renewed talks, analysts caution that a full recovery of Gulf oil supply could take months due to lingering issues. Saudi Aramco has resumed loadings, but a recent helicopter...Read More

Indian markets head into a crucial week with investors tracking Q1 business updates, June F&O expiry, auto sales data, FII flows, crude oil prices, monsoon progress, US bond yields and key macroeconomic releases. While benchmark indices have remained resilient, profit booking in broader markets signals caution as traders assess domestic and global cues for the...Read More

Foreign investors are reallocating capital away from India towards markets like Taiwan and South Korea that offer stronger exposure to AI and semiconductor growth. The trend highlights India’s structural gaps in innovation, limited deep-tech opportunities in listed markets, and rising concerns over valuations amid moderating earnings and slowing capital inflows.Read More

Passive investing is gaining rapid traction in India, with DSP’s Anil Ghelani projecting ETFs and index funds to grow from 17% to 30% of mutual fund assets within five years. The shift reflects changing investor behaviour, with passive strategies forming core portfolios and active funds playing a selective, high-alpha role.Read More

Christopher Wood has cut select Indian equities to increase exposure to South Korean chipmakers like SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, betting on the AI-driven capex cycle. He views memory stocks as core beneficiaries, citing strong demand, attractive valuations and structural shifts, while warning that malinvestment risks could eventually disrupt the AI trade.Read More

Jesse Livermore’s timeless investing principles offer clarity on one of the toughest market decisions, when to book profits and when to hold on. His approach emphasises patience in winners, quick loss-cutting, and disciplined risk management, highlighting that investor psychology, not just market trends, often determines long-term success.Read More

Penny stocks often attract investors with their low entry prices and potential for rapid gains, they come with substantial risks.Read More

A Trendlyne-backed analysis of Nifty Midcap 100 stocks highlights several companies with strong upside potential over the next 12 months. Based on analyst consensus estimates, these midcap names could deliver returns of up to 75%, offering investors a data-driven view of high-growth opportunities across sectors.Read More