Consumer demand is strengthening ahead of the festive and wedding season, with improving trends across jewellery, liquor, paints, and select FMCG categories. Titan and Hindustan Unilever remain top picks as brand momentum, premiumisation, and recovering rural sentiment drive growth. Analysts expect a stronger second half as consumption normalises and margins stabilise.
Sebi has barred Prabhudas Lilladher from taking new assignments for seven days from December 15, citing multiple violations involving client funds, margin reporting, account settlements, and improper penalty pass-throughs. The action follows a joint inspection by Sebi and stock exchanges, which flagged lapses across key compliance and operational processes.
Slightly smaller than a football pitch, the warehouse, packed full of rows of sliding shelves, is the biggest lost property office in Europe and has a staff of 45, Transport for London says.
Dynamic bond funds adapt to interest rate changes, investing in short- or long-term securities as needed. While not risk-free, they are ideal for investors seeking 35 year returns without predicting RBI actions. Kotak Dynamic Bond Fund and ICICI Prudential All Seasons Bond Fund are top picks for November 2025.
Despite RBIs rate cuts, corporate bond yields remain elevated due to slow monetary transmission, high issuance, and global uncertainties. While yields softened slightly in October, supply-demand dynamics and investor caution keep them firm. Strong GDP growth, attractive spreads, and potential future rate cuts make corporate bonds an appealing investment option.
