Historically, July has been a positive month for Indian equities, with Nifty 50 and Nifty 500 gaining in nine of the last ten years. Analysts anticipate a similar trend this July, potentially driven by easing geopolitical tensions, a normal monsoon, and strong global seasonality. Positive factors like domestic institutional buying and better earnings expectations could further fuel market momentum.
Will RBI announce steep rate hikes? Nomura sees up to 50 bps increase by Dec, dismisses 125 bps hike fears
Nomura expects the RBI to pursue a limited tightening cycle, with a possible 50 bps rate hike by December, as food and energy pressures rise