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

Bitcoin’s integration with American finance brought stability but created a new weakness. Institutional investors expected Bitcoin to hedge against inflation and market stress. However, it fell with other assets. This has led to reduced demand and a market that struggles to react to positive news. The structure of trading products has also amplified volatility.Read More

Sunil Singhania’s Abakkus portfolio shows a mixed FY26 performance, with seven stocks gaining over 30% and some declining sharply. The portfolio value has moderated, while two new additions were made in Q3. The analysis highlights key winners, laggards and evolving investment trends among prominent Dalal Street investors.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

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

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

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

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

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

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