Indian markets experienced heavy selling pressure due to modest GDP and corporate earnings estimates. Only four smallcap stocks posted double digit weekly returns, while 176 fell significantly. Foreign investors sold nearly $2 billion, and rising US bond yields impacted sentiment. Key earnings and macro data, including India’s CPI release, will guide market direction.
Why bank stocks are an oasis for investors in a desert of chaos
Banking and financial services have outperformed in 2025, with Bank Nifty and Nifty Financial Services gaining over 8% and 12%. Strong fundamentals, supportive RBI policy,