Asian stocks showed caution as the Israel-Iran truce held and Fed Chair Powell offered balanced rate cut views. Middle East tensions eased, and Powell’s flexible tone boosted equities. While the Fed remains patient, lower inflation could prompt earlier rate cuts, with markets pricing in two cuts by the end of 2025. Trump’s stance on Iranian oil also surprised markets.
Mid and smallcap earnings to outshine Nifty 50 despite valuation concerns: Manish Sonthalia
Manish Sonthalia of Emkay Investment Managers suggests buying on dips in the current market, supported by earnings, macros, and global flows. He favors public sector