Despite FII and mutual fund stake reductions, some smallcap stocks rallied. Netweb Technologies, Rishabh Instruments, and Ashapura Minechem gained significantly. These companies show strong financials like earnings growth and low debt. Geojit Investments suggests FII outflows are due to valuation differences. India's economic recovery and policy measures may attract FIIs back. Market could rally, potentially reaching new highs.
Despite U.S. tariffs, China's global trade surplus is expanding, driven by increased exports to regions beyond America. While exports to the U.S. have declined, China is strategically redirecting trade and leveraging its dominance in rare earth minerals and soybean imports to exert influence. Internally, China faces economic challenges, including a real estate downturn and deflation, but maintains control over information.
Vinit Sambre of DSP Mutual Fund anticipates a consumption revival fueled by GST, favoring autos, consumer durables, and lenders. While cautious on precious metals outperforming stocks long-term, he suggests equities will recover by late 2025. He highlights IT as a contrarian bet, expecting improved deal flows and growth amid light institutional holdings.
Gold prices surged to a record high on Tuesday, buoyed by a weakening dollar ahead of the Federal Reserve's anticipated policy meeting. Expectations of a near-certain interest rate cut by the Fed further fueled the rally. Meanwhile, SPDR Gold Trust reported an increase in its holdings, reflecting growing investor confidence in the precious metal. Elsewhere, a U.S.