Equity-linked savings schemes (ELSS) are losing traction as investors shift to the new tax regime, diminishing the demand for this tax-saving option. Fresh investments are drying up, and investors are withdrawing funds after the mandatory three-year lock-in period. ELSS has experienced net outflows, contrasting sharply with the growth in other equity scheme categories.
Nifty Pharma, 4 others hit 52-week high since Iran war while Nifty fell 7%. Will the form continue?
Despite a challenging market backdrop fueled by geopolitical tensions and foreign fund outflows, five Indian sectors—Pharma, Energy, Defence, Capital Markets, and Metals—are showing remarkable strength.
May 25, 2026