The MSCI Asia Pacific Index gained 0.1% after China’s Ministry of Commerce said it’s evaluating negotiations. Japanese shares gained 1.1% on positive comments from Japan’s chief trade negotiator. Futures contracts for the S&P 500 reversed earlier losses to gain 0.2%.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Fixed income attractive with rate cuts ahead; 20–40% allocation advisable for risk hedge, says Tanvi Kanchan
Amidst market volatility, Anand Rathi’s Tanvi Kanchan suggests a 20%-40% fixed income allocation for portfolio stability. She anticipates a stock-specific market in FY26, driven by