Broader markets are experiencing a significant rally in April, with smallcap stocks outperforming benchmarks. Several smallcap companies, including Ola Electric, Gallantt Ispat, and Welspun Corp, have seen substantial gains of up to 57% this month, recovering from the March selloff.Read More

Japan’s central bank maintained its benchmark interest rate at 0.75%, a decision met with internal dissent from three board members who pushed for a hike. Concerns over escalating inflation, fueled by rising oil prices and global disruptions, are growing. Despite a projected economic slowdown, policymakers are carefully balancing growth support against persistent price pressures, hinting...Read More

Investors are betting heavily against American life insurance companies. This surge in short selling reflects growing worries about the sector’s significant investments in private credit. These less transparent lending markets are raising concerns about potential risks. The insurance industry has doubled its private credit holdings over a decade.Read More

Bajaj Housing Finance announced a 14 percent profit increase for the January-March quarter. The company’s asset quality remained strong. Loan assets and disbursements saw significant growth. Brokerages highlighted positive management commentary and a strong growth outlook. Competition from banks in the home loan segment is anticipated. The stock has shown recovery after a recent dip.Read More

Adani Total Gas shares saw a significant jump following strong financial results. The company reported a 9% rise in net profit for the January-March quarter of FY26. Revenue also grew by 17% year-on-year. This positive performance, driven by higher volumes, led to an 8% surge in the company’s stock price. Adani Total Gas also announced...Read More

The Iran war’s economic ripple effect is hitting emerging markets hard, two months on. Rising inflation, trade disruptions, and fiscal strain are evident globally. While some commodity exporters see gains, many developing nations face currency depreciation and increased borrowing costs, demanding significant financial aid.Read More

Rakesh Vyas of Quest Investment Managers sees market volatility as a buying chance. He favors smallcap stocks benefiting from government stimulus. Consumption is his top bet, with apparel, food delivery, hotels, and auto sectors poised for growth. Vyas is underweight on IT but selectively invests in product companies. Power remains a long-term conviction.Read More

Ametra PMS’s Co-founder and CIO, Karan Aggarwal, details how a tactical allocation strategy, heavily weighted towards debt and gold, cushioned portfolios during FY26’s volatility. This approach, combining asset diversification and factor investing, aimed to protect downside risk while delivering consistent outcomes across market cycles.Read More

India’s crypto ecosystem is at a pivotal turning point with accelerating adoption across retail and institutional segments. Driven by Gen Z and family offices, the investor base, currently at 12 crore, could potentially double every two to three years. Enhanced security, transparency, and communication are key to future growth.Read More

Indian equities face rich valuations, prompting investors to look globally. Nikhil Advani of LGT Wealth India highlights opportunities in emerging markets like Taiwan and South Korea, and megatrends such as AI and electrification. He advises gradual overseas allocation, aiming for 20% of financial assets, to counter currency depreciation and diversify portfolios.Read More