India's Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) on Thursday directed Avadhut Sathe Training Academy (ASTA) to deposit Rs 100 crore in an appeal filed by ASTA against the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) order that barred Mumbai-based financial influencer Avadhut Sathe and his academy from offering unregistered investment advisory and research analyst services.
Seth R. Freeman observes that global markets are navigating persistent uncertainty driven by U.S. developments and a changing world order. He highlights risks stemming from shifting investor and consumer sentiment, potential policy impacts like credit card rate caps, and the continued influence of Donald Trump. Freeman suggests emerging markets, particularly India, are poised to benefit from these dynamics.
Zee Entertainment Enterprises (ZEEL) reported a 5% year-on-year decline in its December quarter consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 155 crore. Despite this, the company saw a significant 15% rise in revenue from operations, which stood at Rs 2,149 crore for the quarter.
Indian equities are seeking a decisive trigger amidst noisy global cues and improving domestic fundamentals. While earnings season has met expectations, macro concerns, particularly currency stability, are weighing on investor confidence. Valuations are normalizing, with excesses now stock-specific, and markets remain in a wait-and-watch mode.
