Diverging inflation trends see developed markets facing rising prices due to tariffs, while emerging markets experience deflation from cost-effective US goods and stronger currencies. Geopolitical risks favor domestically linked sectors like defense and metals. Despite challenges in IT and pharma, financials and FMCG offer resilience, with small-caps presenting opportunities for aggressive investors.
AU Small Finance Bank Q2 profit jumps 53% to Rs 858 crore
AU’s gross non-performing assets ratio fell 42 basis points (bps) to 1.99% at the end of September. This helped in 25% lower provision at Rs