Asian markets saw gains on Friday after positive US employment and spending data eased recession worries. Japan, Australia, and South Korea benefited from improved US retail sales and lower jobless claims. US stock indices, including the S&P 500, continued their upward trend. Analysts believe this reflects reduced fears of a recession, aided by potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
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Nilesh Shah of Kotak AMC emphasizes focusing on resilient companies with reasonable valuations amidst global uncertainties. He highlights India’s strong IPO pipeline driven by entrepreneurs
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