Tactical move! Stock market investors need a marked strategy shift in post-Budget play

The Union Budget 2025 shifts focus to consumption, benefiting sectors like FMCG, auto, and real estate. Personal income tax cuts offer Rs 1 lakh crore stimulus, driving economic growth. The capex allocation remains moderate, signaling a slowdown in infrastructure investment. Investors are advised to focus on consumer stocks and avoid capex-heavy sectors for long-term gains.

Consumption over capex. How the Budget impacts stock market investors

The Union Budget 2025 focuses on tax breaks for the middle class, boosting consumption, and a modest rise in capex. While capex impacts rail, defence, and infrastructure sectors, sectors like consumer durables, auto, jewellery, and e-commerce benefit. Market experts foresee Nifty EPS growth and recommend investing in sectors like auto, FMCG, healthcare, renewables, and select […]

Bitter sweet budget for debt capital markets: All eyes now on Mint Street

Mutual funds: The Budget 2025 focuses on governance, fiscal consolidation, and boosting consumption through tax cuts. Lower reliance on small savings and increased market borrowings may impact bond yields. RBI’s liquidity measures and policy decisions will be key market drivers. The yield curve may steepen, with SDL borrowings affecting spreads in the near future.

Top trends expected in the Indian IPO landscape in 2025

India led global IPOs in 2024, driven by strong economic fundamentals and retail investor participation. In 2025–26, domestic investors, sponsor-backed firms, MNC listings, and profitability-focused startups will shape the IPO landscape. Regulatory scrutiny will rise, pricing windows will shorten, and volatility may impact execution. Strategic planning will be key for successful IPOs.

Q3 results this week: SBI, ITC, LIC among 748 companies to announce earnings

This week, 748 companies will announce quarterly earnings, with key results expected from Asian Paints, Titan, Airtel, SBI, M&M, ITC, and LIC. Sector highlights include Power Grid, Divi’s Labs, Tata Power, and Bharti Airtel, among others. Notable earnings announcements span from February 3 to February 8, indicating a busy week for the markets.