In the latter half of May, foreign funds favored telecom, services, capital goods, and consumer goods, with telecom experiencing significant inflows due to the Singtel-Bharti Airtel deal. Conversely, IT saw the largest outflows amid concerns about the US economy and geopolitical shifts. Investors realigned portfolios, recognizing unwarranted sell-offs in services and FMCG sectors due to a rural demand pickup.
Japan’s Nikkei hits record high as chip-related shares jump
Japan’s Nikkei stock index reached a new record high today. Chip-related stocks drove the gains, overshadowing declines in financial and other sectors. This surge mirrors
May 27, 2026