ESG funds, despite charging higher fees for supposedly rigorous screening, face scrutiny for holding shares of Adani Green Energy. This comes after US prosecutors charged Gautam Adani with bribery, alleging a scheme to secure solar energy contracts. Critics argue that the situation exposes flaws in ESG assessments, particularly concerning governance in emerging markets.
Mid, smallcaps likely to outperform in September; Nifty seen range-bound: Analysts
September historically favors mid- and small-cap stocks over large-caps. Analysts anticipate this trend continuing, expecting limited upside for the Nifty. Heavyweight sectors show recent weakness,