Analysts expect slower-than-expected earnings growth for over 70% of Nifty companies in the next fiscal year due to weaker demand, subdued household spending, and slower credit growth. Companies like ONGC, HDFC Bank, and JSW Steel experienced earnings downgrades, while market cautiousness prevails due to lofty valuations and slowing profits.
Rupee touches one-week high; RBI plans to ease dollar bids
The rupee hit a one-week high as expectations of RBI measures to curb oil refiners’ dollar demand boosted sentiment and eased pressure on the currency.