PSU stocks dropped over 9% on Budget Day, with the BSE PSU index falling 2.7%. Investors were disappointed by a lower-than-expected capital expenditure allocation of Rs 11.2 lakh crore. Key sectors like defense, railway, and power saw declines, with defense PSUs and railway stocks losing up to 4%. The budget’s flat allocations led to investor disappointment.
India’s weight in global emerging-market ETFs rises again
India’s weight in major global emerging-market ETFs has begun to recover recently. This rise follows a steady decline over the past year, showing improved performance.
August 25, 2026