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ETMarkets Smart Talk: India's economy poised for strong growth in second half of 2024, market outlook cautious: Vipul Bhowar
India's economy is expected to experience strong growth in the second half of 2024. This growth will be fuelled by robust public investment and resilient private consumption, supported by strong domestic factors, decreasing inflation, and favourable fiscal and monetary policies.
HDFC Bank shares jump 3% to fresh high, investors eye Rs 1,900-level on MSCI boost
HDFC Bank's shares surged approximately 3% to reach a new 52-week high on Wednesday. Investors reacted positively to news suggesting a potential increase in the bank's weightage in the MSCI Emerging Markets index. Doubling lenders' weightage in the global index can attract FII flows, ranging from $3.2 bn to $4 bn.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: There might be a renewed focus on social expenditure in final Budget 2024: Arun Kumar Poddar
While we strive to reduce our reliance on FIIs, our Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) contributions are reaching record highs, reflecting growing confidence in the Indian markets.
GIFT Nifty jumps 90 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Market anticipates Nifty consolidation post-profit booking. Brent crude, US WTI futures rise on strong fuel demand hopes. Currency markets stable as rupee weakens. FIIs cut net long positions, adding to market uncertainty.
Dhiraj Agarwal on the next big trigger for equity markets
At least for a couple of months, China pulled in a large amount of inflows by the global investors. I have not seen the most recent data, but Feb-March they pulled in about $40 million. Something like that happens, it obviously impacts the amount of flow, which could happen in India. So, on the FPI flow, it is just a toss-up. I mean, it is very difficult to predict, honestly.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Reforms to attract FDI, simplification of tax regime & green energy likely in Budget 2024: Gurpreet Sidana
The positive trends in global markets, favourable domestic economic data, and optimism regarding corporate earnings growth have further bolstered market sentiment.
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ETMarkets Smart Talk: We could see tweak in corporate & personal tax to boost consumption in Budget 2024: Samir Bahl
While the expectations on overall economic growth were unchanged, FED committee members increased their inflation forecast for 2024 and 2025 and hence in June 2024, Fed kept the interest rates unchanged at 5.50%.
Ajay Bagga on where to look for next market trigger and pockets to avoid now
Ajay Bagga says railways and defence sectors have already run up much and multi-year order books have been factored in. Now it is the execution challenge. So, have the investors already eaten the pie for railways and defence? Not fully, but right now there might be one more move up like we saw in railway stocks today.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Roads, railways, and defence should be in focus in Budget session of Modi 3.0
The sharp 6% fall in markets was a result of people expecting for a BJP majority based on the exit polls, with the actual results turning out to be a black swan event.
Global funds cautious on stocks after election surprise
Global funds were net short on over 280,000 index-future contracts and were long on over 100,000 put options contracts, according to provisional exchange data compiled by Bloomberg, indicating expectations for equities to fall further.
Expect some degree of volatility till the Budget: Sunil Subramaniam
But I now expect consumption to redress the balance and you will get a far more broad-based recovery, that is number one. Number two is I think that now with the lessons of what happened in this election, we expect the BJP itself to take necessary corrective action since it has got power for the next five years so that the very next election they will be in a position.
Rupee gains 7 paise to 83.44 against US dollar in early trade
Rupee appreciated 7 paise to 83.44 against the US dollar, influenced by domestic equity markets and lower crude oil prices. The currency rebounded from a decline post-election results showing less-than-expected majority for the BJP-led NDA.
Rupee surges 38 paise to 83.04 against US dollar in early trade
The rupee strengthened to a three-month high of 83.04 against the US dollar on Monday, supported by positive sentiment in domestic equity markets fueled by strong macroeconomic data and exit poll results favoring PM Narendra Modi's government.
D-Street looks set for Modi rally tomorrow
After the last phase of the election ended on Saturday, exit polls showed the NDA winning with a comfortable majority. Votes will be counted on June 4. Though some exit polls have been inaccurate in the past, investors will take comfort from the fact that most are forecasting a strong show by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
GIFT Nifty down 80 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
"Nifty has been consolidating in a broad range for the third consecutive day as investors remain watchful ahead of the big election outcome next week. We expect the Nifty to remain sideways to marginally positive on the back of reduced FII selling, prediction of above normal monsoon and last leg of Q4 results," said Siddhartha Khemka, Head - Retail Research, Motilal Oswal.
FPIs may adopt a cautious stance until the election results are clear
Foreign Portfolio Investments (FPI) in India may see a cautious approach until the election results are clear. India's economic performance attracts FPI flows driven by factors like interest rates, inflation, and GDP growth, along with a stable political environment.
Are HDFC Bank's best days over? FIIs & mutual funds are confusing investors
HDFC Bank investors face uncertainty as FIIs and mutual funds sell off shares, triggered by RBI actions and merger fears, despite optimistic outlook from analysts.
FII action, rupee movement among 11 factors to set D-Street mood this week
Nifty closed the week with a 2.2% increase despite notable ups and downs, as seen in the India VIX reaching a 52-week peak with almost a 10% rise over four sessions. As trading resumes next Monday, numerous significant local and international events scheduled throughout the week are anticipated to influence market dynamics.
View: The paradox of foreign investors neglecting India’s booming stock markets
India, with a GDP growth exceeding 8% in 2023-24, is the fastest-growing major economy. Despite being recommended by Morgan Stanley and other investment houses for investors in emerging markets, foreign investment in Indian stock markets remains low.
Volatility has risen as Lok Sabha Elections 2024 fever grips the stock market; will polls halt the rally?
Volatility has risen in recent weeks as election fever grips the market. The heightened volatility stems from concerns over lower voter turnout in the ongoing general elections, potentially indicating an unfavourable verdict for the ruling party. Is this market nervousness a sign of future trends or a temporary blip before equities resume their upward journey?
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Why are FIIs turning net sellers in Indian markets? Aditya Sood decodes
Aditya Sood, Fund Manager at InCred Asset Management, analyzes the impact of NDA's performance, FPIs' net selling, and the attractiveness of MSCI China index on Indian markets. He highlights the crucial role of these factors in shaping investment decisions. Sood says: "Over the next decade, India will be a buy on dip market — all corrections should be used as buying opportunities to increase allocation to equities as an asset class."
Will Nifty hit fresh record high before elections? That depends on these 5 factors
The week may remain lacklustre on the data front as no major economic data releases are scheduled in both the US as well as the Indian market. Indian investors are likely to focus more on the ongoing earnings season as well as stock specific developments. Nifty and Sensex have reached all-time highs driven by US Fed data and expert insights. Key factors that will shape market outlook.
Sensex ends special trading session above 74K; Nestle up 2%
Indian stock market ended positively with Sensex above 74,000 and Nifty crossing 22,500, buoyed by global markets. Nestle India, JSW Steel, and Zee Entertainment Enterprises saw notable movements.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: 3 reasons why FIIs are turning net sellers after putting Rs 2 trn in FY24: Pradeep Gupta
Pradeep Gupta of Anand Rathi Group discusses FIIs turning net sellers in India due to various global uncertainties and market volatility, emphasizing the importance of long-term strategic decisions in an interview with ETMarkets. Gupta says: "On a risk-adjusted basis, there is equal positivity on large and small cap indices, with slightly more caution on the mid-cap segment."
Suzlon Energy to get $14 million FII boost from MSCI rejig after 386% returns in one year
Suzlon Energy's shares are poised to receive a $14 million boost from passive inflows due to increased weightage in the MSCI global standard index, as per Nuvama report.
Vedanta shares to get $54 million FII boost in MSCI reshuffle after 83% rally in 6 months
Vedanta's Q4 net profit down by over 27% YoY in March quarter. Investor sentiment remains positive with target prices raised. Chairman Anil Agarwal plans $20 billion investments in technology, electronics, and glass sectors in four years to diversify business activities.
India to get $2.5 billion FII boost from MSCI rejig, 21 stocks to benefit
India's weight in the MSCI Emerging Markets index will increase to around 19% on May 31, attracting FII inflows of $2.5 billion. The adjustments will affect India's stock count in the MSCI Standard/EM and Smallcap Indexes. China, with a 25.7% weight, has the highest representation in the MSCI EM Index.
Conflicts vs elections: Navigating the markets in stormy waters
Recent weeks have been dominated by news of strife and armed conflicts. This has led to jitters in foreign flows into Asian equities, impacting India as well. Approximately Rs 25,000 crore has been pulled out by foreign institutional investors from Indian equity markets in April so far.
Rs 30,000 crore boost! FII dollars chased 8 sectors in February, but one remained unlucky
Foreign portfolio investors slowed down selling on Dalal Street in February, with eight sectors witnessing cumulative inflows of more than Rs 30,000 crore. The consumer services sector attracted the highest inflows at Rs 7,538 crore. The construction and fast moving consumer goods sectors faced outflows. Equities may witness a volatile March with continued selling in the broader market.
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